1973 Ford Mustang Unknown

By 1971 the Ford Mustang had grown 8 inches longer and 6 inches wider than the original 1965 model. The Mustang was now a full fledged muscle car moving beyond the 2+2 market niche it created. Engine choices ranged from six cylinder economy to the mighty 429 Super Cobra Jet V8. Starting in 1973 though, many forces were converging to signal a change from the fast and furious start of the 2 + 2. Soaring gas and insurance costs and the addition of emissions and safety equipment brought the muscle car era to an end and Ford began positioning the Mustang as more of a luxury car. The end of 1973 would begin a hiatus for both the V8 engine and the convertible. This fully restored 1973 Ford Mustang has been refinished in the desired yellow with black racing stripes and black hockey stripes. The paint is in excellent condition with no imperfections to speak of. The convertible top is new and the rear window is glass. The front and rear bumpers have been replaced as well as the new steel wheels. The tires are new with about 90 % tread life left. The interior of the car is finished in new black vinyl. Both front bucket seats look great with no major wear to be found. The same goes for the dash, door panels, center console, and carpets which have been replaced and are in new condition. The factory gauges on the car remain in place and all function properly along with all lights, blinkers, wipers, and horn. The vehicle is equipped with power steering, power brakes, and A/C, which does blow cold. The car is powered by a 302 c.i. V8. The engine runs great and starts with just a turn of the key. On the road the car has plenty of power and drives straight as an arrow. The 302 is connected to a C4 automatic transmission that shifts with no problems. The VIN# is 3F03F160386 and the odometer reads 35,190. The car is being sold on a clean Illinois title.