![]() A new wide chrome strip on the edge of the front fenders and hood was borrowed from the 1969 Shelby’s. Also, because you set low in the seats, and it was hard to see over the long hood and rear end.Īlso on the exterior, the famous Mustang corral returned. Probably because if you put slats on the rear window your view of the stars would be blocked. It also meant that rear window slats were no longer offered. On the SportsRoof, the rear window angle was only fourteen degrees from horizontal- this resulted in a cleaner aerodynamic look, but it was harder to see out. It seems like the upper echelon didn’t share his tastes and were caving in to the underpowered and ugly “econostang” being readied for 1974. Sad news however because of his racing and performance tastes, he was removed from office. The design was mocked up by Gail Halderman and shown to Ford’s then president “Bunkie” Knudsen. Over 400 pounds were added in one year! Yet, if you did not order the monster engine, the smaller engines were still hampered by the increase in weight and size.įord still built the Mustang in three configurations: hardtop, convertible and SportsRoof. The car had to gain width and length to accommodate the new 429 dynamo being installed in it. ![]() In fact Lee Iacocca called it a “fat pig”. For the first time since the Mustang’s inception, the wheelbase was extended one inch to 109″. The body gained weight and other dimensions faster than you could say stop! It was more than two inches longer and almost two and a half inches wider than it’s 1970 predecessor. While maintaining a basic resemblance to previous Mustangs, the 1971 Mustangs were the largest and heaviest yet. Introduced late in August of 1970, the new Mustang certainly looked different. It was also to be the last restyling for the first generation Mustang. $3,006 (Basic Coupe), $3,322 (Convertible), $3,006 (Fastback)Īdditional 1971 Mustang Research: 1971 Research Center / Colors Details / Production Numbers / Prices & Options / Sales Brochures / Owner Manuals / Maintenance / Pictures / Videos / VIN Decoder / Special Editions Background & Detailsġ971 saw another major restyling change for the Mustang. The 200 cubic inch 6 cylinder was dropped along with the 428 cubic inch V8. Introduced late in August of 1970, the new Mustang was more than two inches longer and almost two and a half inches wider than it’s 1970 predecessor. The 1971 saw another major restyling change for the Mustang. ![]() 245 50R 17 in the front andĬontact phone – 630.263.3504 – Also, can send inquiry (contacting by email).Ĭar located in – Plainfield, Illinois, US.1971 Ford Mustang 1971 Ford Mustang Overview ![]() No time to install:īrackets, calipers/pads, rotors, and brake hoses)ġ7” Black 5 spoke aluminum with polished rimĨ” wide in the front, 9” wide in the back (I have the rear disc conversion kit included with the car. Stock front springs with 1.5 coils removed (about a 2” drop)įactory front disc power brakes with rear drums Stock control arms with KYB single tube shocks Tucked into the original should for stock look Vehicle runs and drives excellent and is ready for the cruising season!įull Deluxe Interior w/Mustang Floor Matsįold Down Rear Seat with Trap Door into TrunkĬomp Cams custom grind – marine profile on camĮngine dyno 550hp/600ftlbs 2” row radiatorĮlectric fan from a Ford Taurus SHO (4400cfm) Making the tires spin is a 351C stroked to 408 CID fresh rebuild and install in 2018 along with a Holley 850 dbl pumper and Edelbrock dual plane intake and much more listed below. 1st gen Grabber Lime 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1 V8 For Sale.ġ971 Ford Mustang Mach 1 (63R Body Code), Grabber Lime (Paint Code I) and a not so long ago restoration in 2010. ![]()
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