was all about power. In addition to being designed to be viewed as a heavy bodied, huskier, version of the traditional mustangs it was also priced to be in the price range of the average consumer. The other, more recent, versions of the mustang were all priced at a higher rate.
The 1969 ford mach mustang is a favorite of both mustang fans and serious car collectors. The performance aspects and unique design have helped cement the mach mustangýs position in car history. Most car shows will have at least one 1969 ford mach mustang on display that has been kept in prime condition. Even those 1969 ford mach mustang featured at car shows that have not been kept in prime condition are sources of great admiration and can inspire much envy in those who have never owned a mustang, let alone a classic mustang.
There are several reasons why people take the time to fully restore 1969 ford mach mustangs for car shows and personal pleasure. One of the main reasons people spend so much time, energy, and money restoring 1969 ford mach mustangs is the power that is contained in that particular mustang model. The engine upgrades that were available during the launch of the 1969 ford mach mustang transformed the mach mustang from the average family car into a racing enthusiasts dream.
When the 1969 ford mach mustang was outfitted with the 428 Cobra Jet engine the vehicle became an absolute powerhouse. Just starting the engine of one of these mustangs advertised its power and potential. There were engines available with less power available for the 1969 ford mach mustang but few people choose this calmer version of the new mustang. Those who thought to inquire wanted the most powerful engine their money could by and most car sellers only tested and advertised the much admired Cobra Jet engine.
After two years of being a much admired and highly desired mustang model the 1969 ford mach mustang was overshadowed by the 385 Mustang engine series. By 1972 the 351 AV engine became the standard for all mach 1 mustangs. The change was ushered in by new environmental regulations, insurance issues, and gas prices steadily rising. In order to please the government and attract consumers that did not want vehicles that they perceived to be gas guzzlers Ford made as many changes to the mach as they deemed necessary. By the mid 70s Ford temporarily stopped producing mach 1 mustangs with anything higher than a V-6 engine. Realizing to late that one of the main selling points of the mach was the option for a powerful engine Ford revived the tradition of V-8 engines until the mach stopped being produced in 1978.
