Photo: eBay seller dusty356a
The 1970 Mach 1 was not as successful as the original model, selling around 40,000 units, and competition in this sector was already fiercer.
Chrysler was now much more interested in the same audience, and models like the Challenger and 'Cuda influenced sales of the Mach 1.
However, that doesn’t mean the Mach 1 was no longer intriguing. Ford released minor updates, but the Boss 302 remained incredibly popular, and the automaker eventually produced over 6,300 of these Mustangs. Each unit was priced at $3,720, while the base Mach 1 could cost as little as $3,271.
One of the Mustangs that rolled off the assembly line in 1970 ended up on eBay not long ago, and the seller explains that the car had been in storage for several years before being recently recalled. The car has only received a minor checkup for a test drive, but other than that, it appears to be in good condition and will require a thorough inspection before it can be taken on public roads.
I won't talk much about its shape because the photos are fantastic and reveal almost everything about this Mach 1. I wish all sellers cared this much about the cars they sell, as everything, including the floors, are easy to inspect in the high-resolution photos shared by eBay seller dusty356a. But it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that it only needs minor repairs.
The interior looks nice, but the driver's seat needs some attention and nothing is missing. The numbers match and the 351ci unit under the hood starts, runs and drives.
The Marti report confirms that this blue-on-blue Mach 1 is not very common.
First off, Ford only produced 4,270 units in this Bright Blue Metallic paint, but what sets it apart is the pair made with the blue interior. Only 1,962 Mach 1s used the same paint and trim codes, so you won’t find many cars like this one. It’s obviously impossible to see how many of these are still around today, but you’d be hard-pressed to find another twin in this shape.
Otherwise, this Mach 1 seems like an easy project for someone who wants to build a factory Mach 1 without breaking the bank. Rust isn’t an issue and the underside shows only minor damage, the interior is good, and the engine starts and runs. The $36,000 price tag is justified considering the shape of the car, but the shop tasked with finding a new owner has also enabled a Make Offer button for people who want it but have another deal in mind.
This Mach 1 is parked in Pleasanton, California, and according to the auction site, 135 people have already added it to their watchlist, presumably to get more information before buying.