1973 Ford Mustang

MACH 1 Other

8 - Cyl.

Manual

3F05Q255804

Clear

Gasoline

1973 Cobra Jet 351 Mustang Mach 1 VIN No: 3F05Q255804 Production Date: June 26, 1973 Original Sale: Aldridge Ford, Inc. Lexington Park, Maryland on September 27th 1973 Significant Statistics: (from the Kevin Marti Report & The Mustang Production Guide Vol. 2) 1. Last Production Yellow Cobra Jet 4-Speed Built 2. Last 1st Gen. Mach 1 Sold From Washington DC. DSO 3. Latest Production Yellow Cobra Jet 4-Speed In Existence 4. Third To Last 4- Speed Cobra Jet Ever Built 5. 15th To Last 1st Generation Mach 1 Built I have no history available on the car over its first twenty years. I am sure that with some effort, more information is available. The car was purchased by William Smith from Rockingham, North Carolina in the summer of 1993. At the time of his purchase, the car showed 105,104 miles on the odometer. The car received a partial restoration immediately thereafter, including its first re-paint of the original Medium Bright Yellow color. (Ford Code # 5080-A). The body was media blasted to bare metal. The fenders, doors, hood and trunk were refinished while removed from the car. The car had minimal rust on the lower left quarter panel and on the rear valence panel. I can see some evidence of that work internally from the trunk area. I also see what appears to be some bondo on both quarter panels. The car was not ravaged by cancer and does not own a lot of plastic. The basecoat/clear-coat re-paint was completed in 1994. The car’s finish was “ average + “ by the time that I had taken ownership. Sheet metal dings were found on the lower right front fender, the lower left front fender and in the center of the trunk lid. A paint blister was found on the right quarter panel immediately above the centerline of the wheel-well. The car was promoted as a full grade better than what arrived at my business. Although still in good shape, it was clearly not as described! During the period between 1994 and 2004 there were numerous improvements made to the car. A detailed chronology is available on these improvements by e-mailing me at tuttley@dejazzd.com. I purchased the car on March 22nd 2004. The car arrived more weathered than described by Mr. Smith. I later discovered that the photos in his ad were taken immediately after the 1994 re-paint and were now over 10 years old. The engine compartment included an aftermarket air cleaner, chromed valve covers, a Boss 351 aluminum intake manifold and no export braces. The carburetor was incorrect for the car. Additionally, it was a square flange Holley feeding a spread-bore intake pattern. The paint under the hood had an area that was peeling and stained. The air conditioning was missing. The undercarriage had been heavily undercoated from the dealership. This actually helped protect the underlying sheet metal. The floor pans were excellent. The pot metal bright-work was pitted and needed replacement. The paintwork/preparation was OK at best. The interior was decent but needed a lot of detailing to bring it up to snuff. Mechanically the car needed a tune-up and had an exhaust leak. The engine idled smoothly and did not smoke. I noticed a significant carbon build-up under the electric choke on the intake manifold. The cover plate was missing on the heat choke cap mechanism on the intake. The car was showing 106,331 miles on the odometer upon its arrival here on August 4th 2004. I purchased this car with the idea of making it a nice project car for my son and me. The car is historically significant giving it added value over its already limited production, one year only, 351 Cobra Jet package. At the time of this purchase, I was concurrently restoring a 1969 R-Code Mach 1. Unfortunately my son’s enthusiasm for cars did not parallel mine, so I parked the car for 5 years without touching it. Late in 2009 I made the decision to get the car freshened-up and to offer it up for sale. My two limiting factors were that I was not going to invest in a re-paint, and I would not detail the undercarriage. Everything else would get the full benefit of my critical eye and fussy nature. I had over $3,000 of mostly new parts from Virginia Classic Mustang, and a few EOM/NOS pieces that I had accumulated over the past 30 years. A comprehensive breakdown of the work that I have performed on this ‘73 Q-Code Mach 1 is available at tuttley@dejazzd.com. Condition Grading System: The following condition rating scale shall be used to clearly state the general condition of each component of the vehicle. The scale is based upon a points rating of 1 through 5. This system is similar in nature to the NADA & CPI grading scales. Here are the condition grades: 1. Excellent: A close to perfect original or an extremely well restored item. Few, if any minor flaws with a high degree of detail. 2. Very Good: Very presentable original showing minimal wear, or well restored. Everything works or operates normally. Needs no mechanical work. Lots of detail but not crisp like #1 above. 3. Good: Presentable with minor signs of wear. Straight and solid with no corrosion or major blemishes. May need minor mechanical or cosmetic work. An average acceptable condition 4. Fair: Operates or functions OK as is, but needs attention. Obvious signs of wear and tear with fading, scratches, dings or visual flaws. Corrosion should be minimal and repairable. 5. Poor: Needs replacement. Can not be restored. Major Vehicle Categories: Bright Metal Work: Rear Bumper: 2 Moldings: 1 (except back-lite mldg.) Pot Metal Chrome Items: 1 (this includes Door Handles, Hood Pins, Ornaments and Gas Cap.) Aluminum Drip Rails: 4 Tail Light Bezel Aluminum: 2 Weatherstripping: All: 1 - 2 except Backlite. Glass: Windshield: 1 ( tinted ) Backlite & all side windows 3 Plastic Lenses: 2 Sheet Metal: Front Fenders: 3 ( Minor Ding) Doors: 2 Quarter Panels: 3 ( previous repair noted ) Rocker Panels: 2 Hood/Trunk: 2 Floor Pans: 2 Trunk Floor: 2-3 Torque Boxes: 2 Subframe: 2 Gravel Pan: 2 Rear Valence: 2 Exterior Fit & Finish: 3+ (car has had one re-paint in 1994) Undercarriage: The Driveshaft, 9” Rear Carrier and Center Section, U-Joints, Exhaust, Rear Springs, Suspension and Fuel Tank are all solid with a heavy undercoat/ paint. Some detailing is present, otherwise it grades generally as a 3. Wheels: 2 Tires: 2 Interior: All items: 1 – 2 (Clock needs servicing) ( The horn switch needs replacement) Engine Compartment: Radiator Support, Battery Tray, Fender Aprons, Firewall, Export Braces: 2 Engine: 1 - 2 Radiator, Fan Shroud, Hoses, Cables, Electrical Components 1 - 2 Electrical/Wiring: 2 Trunk Compartment: 1 – 2 Mechanical: Engine: 2 – 3 (351 Cleveland Q-Code/Cobra Jet) original to car 4-Speed: 2 – 3 (Toploader) (ID tag is missing) Brakes: 2 (Power Disc Front, 10” drum rear) Rear: 2 – 3 (3:25 ratio Traction-Loc) original to car Suspension: 3 (Competition Suspension) original to car Performance: 2 – 3 (Standard bore original block) The drive train seems tight and solid. There is no evidence that the car burns or leaks any fluids. Strong and smooth acceleration and shifting. There is no rear noise. Braking is excellent. May need an exhaust pipe hanger or two replaced. Tires are brand new BF Goodrich T/A Radials. Over-All Grade Of Vehicle: 2- Special Notation! If the winning bid is $14,500 or more the following additional items will go along with the sale: These items are original, period correct pieces that were removed from this car. Their total value is $1,380 +. The Boss 351 intake now on the car has an additional estimated E-Bay value in the $800 - $1,000 range! This constitutes an added value of over $2,200! Complete D1AE Closed Chamber 351 Cleveland Heads ( $500+ value) Correct Clean 351C 4V Stock Air Cleaner w/Lid & Wing Nut ( $100+ value) NOS Heat Riser Tube ($35) Correct Show Detailed D3ZE 9425 Cast Iron 4V Intake Manifold ($75 value) Correct working AM/FM Radio w/knobs ($175 value) Correct new Trunk Mat Kit from C.J. Pony Parts ($60 value) Correct Heat Riser Sensor (detailed) ($25 value) OEM Restored Heat Riser Manifold (very scarce) ($100) Correct Emissions Carbon Canister and Bracket ($115 value) Correct 1973 Mach 1 Decal Set ($120 value) Correct Cold Air Intake Ductwork ($75 value) **** A Deluxe report from Kevin Marti also comes with the car. This is a critical piece of documentation that verifies claims on this specific Mach 1 and its production statistics. It is a vital asset in the sale of any collectible Ford Mustang. No Reserve Price! Sincere bidders only! I will gladly supply everything and anything that I know about this car to interested parties. This is not a distress sale . I am interested in getting this car to a knowledgeable enthusiast at a fair price. Additional photos exist of specific components. Best wishes to all! Market Watch Collector Car Value On #3 + Car: $19,842 Base Value of standard Mach 1 Package is $14,475 Add 30% for 351 Cobra Jet $ 3,578 Add 10% for 4-speed $ 1,193 Add 5% for gauge package $ 596 Historical Value unknown Additional detailed pictures are available at tuttley@dejazzd.c