429 Super Cobra Jet 4 Speed Manual

STK 3810 1971 Ford Mach I

The 1971 Mustang Mach I represents an iconic era in American muscle car history. The bold aesthetics of the Mach I made it an instant classic among automotive enthusiasts. This handsome 1971 Mustang left the factory as a 429 Super Cobra Jet (SCJ) Mach I and has since been the beneficiary of a careful restoration (2008) with mechanical upgrades. The owner has provided a Deluxe MartiWorks Report with original build information compiled from the Ford Database. The beautiful Bright Blue Metallic exterior was professionally refinished and is in very good condition. It is accented with a Matte Silver hood, pin-striping, and front/rear spoilers. Factory Magnum 500 chrome wheels mount 15” BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. The interior has also been refreshed with new blue vinyl/knit upholstery and is in outstanding condition. The Mustang is equipped with the factory gauge package w/tach, AM/FM/8-track sound system, tinted glass and Hurst shifter.
This Mach I was factory equipped with Ford's 429ci SCJ and optioned with the 'Drag Pack'. From what we can determine, the original 429ci block appears to have been replaced with a 460ci block at some point. Both engines are '385 Series' engines, but the 460 crank throws a longer stroke that outputs more torque. Factory crankshafts in both engines are cast. The motor retains the original high-performance 429 SCJ heads and square-bore 4V intake manifold. The 750cfm dual-feed Holley is not the original carburetor - the '71 429 SCJ was equipped with a 780cfm dual-feed Holley. The engine breathes through a functional hood w/Ram-Air scoops, cooling is provided by an HD radiator and the exhaust system is aluminized. The top-loader 4-speed transmission transfers torque to the correct 9” rear axle assembly housing, but the center section appears not to be original. (Factory 'Drag Pack' gearing was 4.10:1, but we cannot confirm the current ratio as the differential gear tag is missing.) The chassis is equipped with power steering, power disc/drum brakes and tubular gas shocks. The current owner of this classic Mustang has been the curator for the past 13 years and is ready to pass it on. This 429 SCJ is not absolutely original, but very close and likely an overall better performer. Come take this Hoss for a ride and hang on. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”