The 73 Q-code was a 351C-4V (CJ) that was detuned a bit for the emissions laws of the day, and had some modifications to increase the drivability, such as smaller valves and a spreadbore carburetor. This engine can be modified just like any other Cleveland; headers, intake, carb, ignition, etc.
What motor comes in Mach 1 72?
Basically a detuned ’71 Boss 351 engine, the R-code H.O. engine featured open chamber heads, a nodular iron crankshaft, forged connecting rods, four-bolt mains, a solid lifter camshaft, an aluminum intake, a rev limiter, a dual-point distributor, and an Autolite 4300D 4V carburetor.
What engine is Mach 1 73?
Cobra Jet is Ford’s catchword for performance. While most of us apply the term to the tire-smoking big-blocks of the ’68-’71 era, under the hood of Mike’s Mach is the Q-code 351 four-barrel, commonly called the 351 Cobra Jet, which took over the reigns as the hottest engine in the Mustang stable for ’73.
What is a 1972 Mustang worth?
Data based on 241 auction sales. note: The images shown are representations of the 1972 Ford Mustang and not necessarily vehicles that have been bought or sold at auction….Ford Models.
| Bodystyles | Median Sale |
|---|---|
| Convertible | $12,510 |
| Convertible | $16,000 |
| FastBack | $15,800 |
| Fastback | $20,000 |
Is a Mach 1 a Mustang?
The Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a performance-oriented option package of the Ford Mustang, originally introduced in August 1968 for the 1969 model year. It was available until 1978, returned briefly in 2003, 2004, and most recently 2021.
Is the Mach 1 replacing the GT?
The Mustang Mach 1 is intended to replace the Bullitt, the GT with Performance Pack 2, and the Shelby GT350 in Ford’s lineup. Its $53,595 starting price puts it right between the discontinued Bullitt ($47,900) and Shelby GT350 ($60,335), though our Mach 1’s as-tested price rang in at $63,745.
