My dad bought his Mach 1 in 78 brand new, and then drove it for 120k. It last ran in 1989. From 1990 to 2010 it sat in our garage waiting to be reborn. We're now part way through our work. When we're done, It'll have a 5.0 and a ton of well deserved attitude.

This is how it looked before work began:




Since these pictures were taken, we've removed everything in the interior and engine compartment. Next step is to remove the front suspension and then get it off to a body shop to do some minor rust repair and to prep it for repainting. Both of the foot wells need replacing and the left rear quarter panel. But hopefully it won't be too long until we can get it put back together.

My grandpa also has a 74 Hard top, 4 cylinder, though I don't have any pics of it. It still runs like a charm.

Nice pics all of you, it's nice to know we're not the only ones with Mustang IIs anymore.

 

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New to forum, Mustangii.net name: LUV MY 78

Recently doing bodywork getting it prepped for paint.
ScottRods Tucked bumper and roll pan




Molded on 3" cowl hood scoop


Molded on fiberglass side scoops and king cobra spats


Jams, under hatch, under hood all painted. Prepping for final paint soon.



Next on to do list:
Paint...

All new suspension, already have coilovers and tubular control arms upper and lower.

5 lug conversion

 

My first car...Like everyone else, I miss it and wish I still owned it. I bought it from my friend Scott Perry (I think that was his name), he had two Cobra IIs and was from Ohio. He was very fond of these cars and assured me, back in 1992, that they would soon be collectors items...if anyone knows him please let him know that I am looking for him (like 1,000 Perry's that live in Ohio btw). Funny that I still live in Hawaii, 20 years later and I own a 67 (that I've had for eight years and won't let go...ever).

James

 

1968 Ford Mustang (California Car) 90% restore complete
400HP, B&M Quick Silver shift kit and Gear Vendor split gear (overdrive) unit
351W - bored 30 over - 374 STROKED

Al Heads ($2k)
Elderbrock Performer RPM high plane intake
750 CFM double pumper HOLLY carb
Full MSD Ignition kit (distributor and super HP coil
Dual Flow Masters Mufflers with Hooker long tube headers
large stall convertor (3500) with a B&M Quick Silver slap stick shifter
4:11 Gears - Auto or Manual Gear Vendor splitter ($2k)
Custom Fiberglass Cowl Induction hood
Lowered Suspension (rear shackles)
No Power steering or brakes - built for speed but is city friendly
Mustang Yellow Exterior - NO RUST or work required on the body
Black Interior
All lights work and are OEM parts
Newer Tires/Rims

Cons:
Needs new belt, fuse/power connections for radio and gear vendor switch box for the OD needs checked, trunk molding needs installed
Window roller mechanism need purchased and installed in both doors

Over All Condition Very Clean and STRONG car
2nd Owner - body platform has 89k original miles motor work is about 1 year old
(minimum driven ~600 mi)
Please see detailed pics........

Yes I have the title in my name and its NOT SALVAGE
Currently registered and tagged til Aug 2014 in CA
call 661.727.1018 or text 619.723.2797
I am negotiable on price but kind of firm - it needs MINOR stuff to complete.
DIVORCE is forcing sell for legal fees

 

My '74 Ghia 2.8L V6, solid lifters, dual exhaust, AT / AC / PS / PB.
Handled like it was on rails. Great car, wish I still had it!

 

Its still in development but its coming along. My 78 Ford Monroe Handler Mustang II uses an original previously uninstalled 1970s Monroe Handler body kit that had been in storage since the late 70s. The build on the car represents the best of everything about Mustang IIs in terms of performance and luxury and I have gone to great lengths to utilize era correct parts and technology rather than new modern components. Its been a challenge and a labor of love. Hopefully you get the concept and it makes a connection with you too. Enjoy it!!!

 

Car I got for my son... a manual 4 cylinder 76 car.

 

Here is my 76 Cobra II with 302 and manual transmission... Great fun in this one!!!