Anyways, as expected I voted sub zero. These cars absolutely stand out in a crowd of cars. You KNOW instantly when you see one that it's a Mustang. There's no guesswork as to what car it is. You might not know the year, but you KNOW it's a Mustang. The design is incredibly distinct and it's well agreed on that it's one of the best looking cars to come out of the '60s among enthusiasts. This and the 1969 model are sister cars, this particular one being more aerodynamic than it's predecessor by removal of the fake quarter panel scoops and a redesigned, one year only front grille. Personally I think the rear end is the best looking end on any car ever designed.
The Mach 1 was a step up over the base fastback cars, with exceptional handling impovements and basic luxury, but not quite to the level the Grande coupe model went to. The Mach 1 was just a step below the Boss 302 in the handling department, with heavier engines for more power and a ever so slightly higher ride high. The Mach 1 was one of the best handling Mustangs you could buy other than the Boss cars. The extra sound deadening material and trim added weight, but that was part of the package. The louvers and spoilers you see are options but most stock Mach 1s did not come with these; yet they are a distinct feature on these Mustangs. Mustangs have to have louvers. They just work.
By todays standards on a track they would seem slightly unfavorable, due to the lack of a rack and pinion steering system and a somewhat sloppy gearbox (but comparably better than most of what Ford put out as far as tightness),but aftermarket takes car of that. These cars....there isn't a part you can't buy brand new from multiple manufacturers. Even bare shells are being reproduced, because the cars are so widly popular. Part of the reason I think it's cool. It'll never die. This car is not going anywhere and generations to come will also be able to experience it.
The styling, sound, better handling characteristics of most cars of the era just make it scream "that's freakin' badass!!!" and that makes it cool IMO. You just look so kickass driving one of these and you feel really awesome doing it. Add to the fact that they are pretty quick in stock form especially the big blocks, and have the potential to be REALLY EFFIN FAST if you throw some $$$ at them. And the name, Mach 1. Beyond the speed of sound. How ballsy does a company have to be to call a car that?
Furthermore, they aren't high dollar collector cars like Hemi Cudas that go for hundreds of thousands. While the top of the line Drag Pack Mach 1 models with the big blocks, manual transmissions and other features demand high dollar, typically most go between $12,000-$30,000 for the most mint models you'll find. I really like how it's affordable for most people, since a lot of modern cars cost around the same.
Sub zero, case closed. There's absolutely no denying that this is one of the coolest, and arguably one of the most badass cars ever made.
Not quite a land barge yet, but getting there. Give me a GT390 or a Boss 302 if it has to be slightly newer.
The 428 in these cars is the same engine as the 390 except has way more power and would make a Boss 302 or GT390 look like a kids toy.
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The only one I know of was the 1969 Boss 429.
