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.
Ford gives its Mustang pony car plenty of gallop straight from the factory. But what if you want a raging racehorse instead? Well, that’s where you’d need to venture into the realm of Shelby. Shelby Mustangs are worshipped and revered as some of the most potent around, ever since Carroll Shelby looked at the first-generation Mustang and decided to work his magic on it. Now, Shelby Mustangs roll out of the Ford factory itself, in tribute to the great man who sadly left us some years back. Today, we have a 2020 Ford Mustang GT350 for sale from Gilbert, Arizona with just 5,900 miles to its name. What’s even nicer is that it’s been tuned by Lund Racing and features a supercharger installed on to its 5.2-liter V8. This, the 6-speed manual transmission and many more things make this the ultimate performance Mustang for the discerning driving enthusiast.
One of the most popular hot rod platforms turns out to be classic Ford and Chevy automobiles from the Twenties and Thirties – that’s 1920 and 1930 for you! Crazy isn’t it, that we’re in the Twenties right now – that’s the Twenty Twenties. Back to the subject car, it’s a 1933 Ford Model 40 Hot Rod that started life off as a stylish and dependable two-door coupe but has since undergone a comprehensive rebuild into the form you see here. Up for sale in Cabot, Arkansas, it boasts just over 13,000 miles since rebirth and comes with a 350 under the hood, mated with a Turbo 350 and of course, rear-wheel drive! Join us as we take you on a trip through its essence and you’ll be convinced as to why you should snap it up.
One of the best ways to experience a classic car is to cruise down in town with a drop-top first-generation Ford Mustang. You’ll be guaranteed to receive smiles, waves and general gestures of appreciation because who doesn’t love a Mustang? Introduced in 1964, the Mustang created a class of car called the pony car, and also facilitated an entire culture of happy, carefree cruising. Drop-top examples like this 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible are most facilitative of this culture, and will definitely invoke fond memories from many of those who were around at the time. Heck, even the new generation will love the car’s simplicity and characterful nature. This particular pony is up for sale in Westlake, Louisiana with 7,337 miles on the clock, we’re told. It’s also been fitted with aftermarket air conditioning, a retro stereo, a new convertible top and new whitewall tires too!
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