Looking back at the 70s, memories of good music, times and great cars come to mind, but for those who lived during that time a dark shadow loomed and ensured America as a nation come to a halt. The oil crisis of the 70s sure changed the automotive world, manufacturers realized that large cars with gas-guzzling engines were a thing of the past, and new car buyers wanted a small and efficient way of getting about. After becoming the president of the Ford Motor company in 1970, Lee Iacocca immediately got to work on making the legendary Mustang smaller and suited to modern tastes. The Ford Mustang II was the end product. Lee Iacocca's exceptional vision coincided with the fuel crisis and the Ford Mustang 2 sold well and kept the Mustang marque running for another day. It was a complete change-up but worked well. While it sold well finding a good example today has become increasingly tough and that's what makes this clean 1974 Ford Mustang Mach 2 we have today a rare pony. With a reported 69,421 miles on the clock this unlikely hero is an underappreciated survivor and also comes with a car cover included in the sale.
With downsizing in order, the Mustang II was smaller than all its predecessors. The compact body styling on this 1974 Ford Mustang II is complemented by a silver exterior. The body is in great condition thanks to the car reportedly being repainted in 2022. Staying true to its factory looks means you also get the factory hubcaps in place as well. The interior saw a major redesign as well. The black interior of this car sees wood accents present throughout the car. The interior has reportedly been re-upholstered with the black seats sporting red stitching as well.
A smaller car means small engine offerings, Pop the hood, and instead of a gas-guzzling V8, you will find a 2.3L inline 4 engine powering this 1974 Ford Mustang II. The engine sees better fuel delivery and performance with a reported stage 2 carburetor in place. Power is sent to the car’s rear wheels through a 3-speed automatic transmission.
Ford’s epic Mustang came at a time when automotive cheer was at an all-time high. Gas prices were relatively low, automakers were churning out exciting models with excellent performance, V8s dominated the market, and bigger was considered better. Then came the Malaise Era of the seventies. With high gas prices and tightening emission regulations, automakers scrambled to cope. Ford, in particular, faced a challenge, as the Mustang needed a comprehensive do-over. Hence, they debuted the second generation, also called the Mustang II n 1974. Sitting on a smaller platform, the Mustang II was over 400 pounds lighter than the first-generation Mustang, as well as a foot and a half shorter. It was available as a coupe or a hatchback. If you’re interested in a Mustang II, check out this Colorado-based 1974 Ford Mustang II Mach 2 for sale with us. It’s done 71,000 miles so far, and is an excellent reminder of how adaptable American industry can be when faced with adversity.
Ten years after the iconic first generation of the Ford Mustang was introduced, Ford released the second generation in 1974. Called the Mustang II, the second generation arrived just as the oil crisis and Malaise Era were commencing. Undeterred, Ford decided to position the Mustang II as a new kind of pony car, one that was aimed at the era of gas shortages and high fuel prices. The Mustang II was made for just four years and sold in excess of 1.1 million units. Today, it is considered not just a mere curio, but an example of the adaptability of American automakers in the face of adverse external conditions. That’s why you’ll be glad to hear that this particular 1977 Ford Mustang II Ghia is for sale in New York with less than 40,000 miles on the clock. It’s also got the Ghia Package, denoting it as a luxury variant.
Looking back at the 70s, memories of good music, times and great cars come to mind, but for those who lived during that time a dark shadow loomed and ensured America as a nation come to a halt. The oil crisis of the 70s sure changed the automotive world, manufacturers realized that large cars with gas-guzzling engines were a thing of the past, and new car buyers wanted a small and efficient way of getting about. After becoming the president of the Ford Motor company in 1970, Lee Iacocca immediately got to work on making the legendary Mustang smaller and suited to modern tastes. The Ford Mustang II was the end product. Lee Iacocca's exceptional vision coincided with the fuel crisis and the Ford Mustang 2 sold well and kept the Mustang marque running for another day. It was a complete change-up but worked well. While it sold well finding a good example today has become increasingly tough and that's what makes this clean 1974 Ford Mustang Mach 2 we have today a rare pony. With a reported 69,421 miles on the clock this unlikely hero is an underappreciated survivor and also comes with a car cover included in the sale.
The Ford Thunderbird was made between 1955 and 1997 across ten generations, and redefined the Personal Luxury Car for Americans. In fact, it created the segment, largely inspired by the Grand Tourers of Europe. So, in the 2000s, Ford was feeling a little misty eyed and decided to create a rose-tinted eleventh generation homage to this iconic nameplate. Enter the retro-modern Thunderbird that was made between 2002 and 2005. Styled by Jack Telnack, the car sat on the Ford DEW98 platform, used an engine from Jaguar (who Ford owned at the time), and marked a return to roots of sorts, in that it was a two-seater, just like the first generation. Over 68,000 examples were made, and we have one for sale. Say hello to this original owner, all-stock 2002 Ford Thunderbird from South Jordan, Utah, that’s got just 13,085 miles on the clock.
The famous Ford F-Series was born in 1948, as America was emerging into a post-war world of promise and prosperity. Now in the fourteenth generation, the F-Series has got to be the world’s longest-running truck series, if not one of the longest. Today, the F-150 is the most popular variant as the half-tonner, but if we look at the first generation, the range simply started with the F-1 as the half-ton variant. That’s what we have here, a 1950 Ford F-1 Restomod from Groveport, Ohio. It’s received a thorough makeover with a 350ci V8 under the hood, an automatic gearbox, a converted 12-volt electrical system and more. If you want to own a classic Ford truck that you can actually enjoy driving, this 78,000-mile machine is your best option.
If you want a classic pony car that’s plentiful, easy to maintain and cuts a fine dash wherever you take it, choose a first-generation Ford Mustang. Produced between 1964 and 1973, a couple of million were made, basically. Three body styles were available, and did you know that the famous fastback was officially called the SportsRoof? Yes, that’s what we have for sale today, a rather unique 1969 Ford Mustang Restomod for sale from Royse City, Texas. It’s got a 5.2-liter Coyote Aluminator V8 under the hood, hooked up to a five-speed Tremec box and a Currie rear end. Yes, this pony has received a significant shot in the arm, or several. With just 155 miles since its makeover, it’s now ready for a new owner.
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