Dark Green 1970 Fastback Packs Big-block Horsepower
It may not have the looks of a Boss or a Mach 1, but it’s got enough power to rub their faces in the dirt.
The one-year-only 1970 Mustang front end treatment makes for arguably the toughest-looking classic Mustang. Especially with a fastback body, any 1970 Mustang looks ready to throw down at any time.
That’s even more true when combined with a look-at-me aggressiveness of the Mach 1 or Boss trim. This big-cube Mustang still looks as hard boiled as they come, but it takes a different approach. This Dark Ivy Green Metallic fastback (by then, Ford was calling it a “Sportsroof”) lacks the hyper-aggressive visual presence of a Boss 302 or a Mach 1. While this car may fly under the radar, you’d pay dearly for underestimating its potential.
That’s because it’s packing a massive 428 Cobra Jet Ram Air engine under the hood. That big-cube engine is backed up by a close-ratio four-speed manual and a limited slip rear end.
Believe it or not, this unassuming-looking Mustang actually left the factory like this. Offered for sale at Ellingson Motorcars in Rogers, Minnesota, this Mustang includes a Marti report.
It’s clear that the original owner had their priorities straight when they ordered their new ponycar back in 1970. They didn’t spend a dime on any of the visual stuff – it’s all just brute muscle here. We definitely approve.
It’s hard to consider any 1970 Mustang fastback a sleeper. However, we’re willing to bet that this thing broke quite a few hearts when it was new. If you weren’t sharp enough to notice the Cobra Jet callout on the black shaker hood scoop, you were dead meat.
This monstrous Mustang has some other important options, too. The original buyer wisely opted for power disc brakes up front and power steering. We’d imagine that both make handling this beast much easier.
The racket caused by a big, angry V8 is sure to be music to anyone’s ears. With that said, this Mustang came equipped with an AM/FM/8-track stereo. That was some pretty high-end audio back in 1970.
The more we learn about this car, the more we want to meet the original owner. We’d imagine that we would get along just fine. Wherever you are now, nice car, man!
Photos: Ellingson Motor Cars
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