1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Fast Back

Location: San Diego, Ca

Why It's Curated: This 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is for sale in San Diego, California. This Mach 1 represents the final year of the original muscle car era, powered by the desirable 351 Cleveland H-Code V8 that defined Ford's performance legacy. The striking silver exterior with black racing stripes and chrome side rails showcases the iconic Mach 1 aesthetic, while the black leather interior maintains the car's sporting character. Recent comprehensive maintenance by Ed Hanson, renowned in San Diego for classic Mustang work, includes a complete dual exhaust system, fresh tune-up, brakes, and valve cover gasket replacement. The inclusion of a second set of spoked wheels adds versatility to this well-maintained example. With its clean California title and documented care history, this Mach 1 offers an authentic piece of American muscle car heritage ready for an enthusiast who appreciates its significance in automotive history.

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Model History: The 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1 emerged during a pivotal transition in American automotive history, representing the final year before federal emissions regulations fundamentally altered the muscle car landscape. Introduced in 1969 as Ford's answer to the Plymouth Road Runner and Dodge Super Bee, the Mach 1 package transformed the standard Mustang fastback into a performance-oriented machine with distinctive styling cues including blackout hood treatment, racing stripes, and aggressive front spoiler. By 1972, Ford had refined the Mach 1's formula, offering it with a range of engines from the base 302 V8 to the legendary 429 Cobra Jet, while incorporating subtle design updates that maintained its muscular presence during an era of increasing regulatory pressure. The 1972 model year marked the end of an era for high-compression, high-performance engines, making these final-year Mach 1s particularly significant to collectors. Ford's 351 Cleveland engine options, including the 2-barrel H-code and 4-barrel M-code variants, delivered substantial torque and represented some of the last truly potent factory powerplants before the horsepower wars concluded. The Mach 1's distinctive visual elements—including the simulated hood scoop, rear deck spoiler, and unique wheel treatments—created an unmistakable road presence that influenced Ford's performance aesthetic for decades. Today, the 1972 Mach 1 stands as a bridge between the unbridled muscle car era and the more restrained performance vehicles that followed, making it a compelling choice for collectors seeking authentic American performance heritage.

Vehicle Details:
Year: 1972
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang Mach 1
Trim: Fast Back
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Miles: 46073
Mileage Verification: True Miles Unknown
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Number of Forward Gears: 3
Engine: 351 V8 Cyl, Cleveland, H-Code, 2 Barrel
Exterior Color: Silver with Black racing stripes and chrome side rails
Interior Color: Black leather
State of Registration: California
Vehicle Location: San Diego
VIN: Available Upon Request
Title: Clean

Details:

Wheel Size and Offset: 14x8 4.3" B/S
Tire Brand, Model, and Size: Cooper Cobra Radial G/T

Exterior & Interior:
My son drove the car into a rock. The drivers side rear quarter panel was repaired.

Leather
Working Heat: Yes
Working Air Conditioning: Yes

Other Notable Features or Functions:

It's an old car. It uses A LOT of gas. I think it gets less than 10 miles to the gallon. I don't drive it very much. It was my husbands car. He loved it and cherished it. He passed away and it needs to go to another caring owner.

Recent Maintenance:
Dual Muffler complete replacement by Ed Hanson (famous for this in San Diego) battery, tune up, brakes, v/c Gasket, air filter, have 2nd set of wheels that came with the car, spoked.

Mechanical, Rust, Cosmetic Known Flaws:
There is a slow drain on the battery so an arm was installed on the battery (prior ownership) that should be lifted when the car is not in use to prevent battery drain.