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Topic: 71 Mach I 429 CJ questions
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Gearhead
Gearhead Posts: 1825
From: Vancouver Island, Great Wet North
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 07-20-2001 05:22 PM
   
Here I go again... I may have located a 1971 Mach I 429 CJ in my area, and had a couple of questions. First, what kind of production numbers am I looking at with the 429? I know that there were 36,499 Mach Is total (in 1971), but how many of those came with the 429? The car has the ram air and spoilers, but I don't have much more info on it that that yet. Supposedly the car was used as a drag car in the 70's, but was put back to stock and then stored for near 22 years. I realize that it would take some prep to get it back on the road, but the body is mint, with no chassis degredation, and all the original engine components are there. The price seems pretty reasonable, depending on how much damage was done during it's excursions down the track.I understand that the 71-73 cars don't command the same prices as the 69-70 Mach Is, but wouldn't the 429 make it a fairly deisreable car? Just wondering what type of value one of these would pull once the car is restored to #2 driving condition (I'm not really interested in a full concourse restoration... I want a muscle car that I can drive). 375 hp would be a lot of fun, and even though it isn't my favorite body style, the big block might just make it fun to have for a while.  Any advice or tips would be appreciated, as I don't have much experience with this generation of the classic Mustangs. Thanks everyone!! ------------------
Cheers,
Ian
M&M Member #395
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Indy Pace Car Registry of Mustangs Official Website "If you get to thinking you are someone of some importance and influence, just try ordering another persons dog around." - Author Unknown [This message has been edited by Gearhead (edited 07-20-2001).]
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71boss
Journeyman Posts: 15
From: Virginia Beach, Virginia
Registered: Jul 2000
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posted 07-20-2001 06:32 PM
fomoco.com has a tech board dedicated to the 1971 429 mustang. I am sure you will find all the answers you are looking for
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mellowyellow
Gearhead Posts: 4608
From: So. Fl.
Registered: Aug 2000
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posted 07-20-2001 07:15 PM
Here we go;
310 non ram-air 1427 ram air 429 CJ-4v - That is the sum total of fastbacks. Some may not be Mach I and it doesn't say anything about Shelby. Covers both at and 4 spd --From Kevin Marti book. Also, there were 42 cvs and 86 cpes. Hope this helps you, Ian.
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Gearhead
Gearhead Posts: 1825
From: Vancouver Island, Great Wet North
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 07-20-2001 07:30 PM
That definitely helps!! Thanks for the info. I'll keep you folks posted. [Homer]Mmmmmmmm... big block.[/Homer]  [This message has been edited by Gearhead (edited 07-20-2001).]
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 24286
From: Saco, Maine Toys: '70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
Registered: May 99
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posted 07-20-2001 08:33 PM
The '71 429 CJ is a kick *** car. ...and it's not a fox body... ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
'94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip
'97 Probe GTS 2.5L DOHC
Ford. The closer you look, the better WE look!
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Dave Witthoeft
Gearhead Posts: 1728
From: IL.
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 07-21-2001 01:56 AM
Yes! You should get it!Of course, I may be a bit biased. ------------------
MCA# 48755
71 Mach 1
69 Fastback
92 F-150
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Bob429
Gearhead Posts: 289
From: Watervliet,MI,USA
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 07-22-2001 11:27 AM
High Ian!!
The production numbers that are listed I believe cover all 429 CJ/SCJ Mustangs built in 71. There were about 610 SCJ Mustangs built in the 5 different models of mustangs out of those numbers.
Look for the following to determine CJ From SCJ. Holley carb D1ZF YA or XA Depending on Auto or 4 speed. The axel code in the door tag V or Y. The VIN should start out either 1F05J or 1F05C There are also Stamped numbers of a partial VIN under the fenders above the Shock towers. Check the tranny for a gear reducer The speedo cable will Screw into it like a GM. IF it is a J code look for the ram Air parts. Very Expensive to replace.
A Restored or nice original 429 SCJ would be Valued From around $20,000 Upwards-Dependant on how original it is. One concourse 71 429 came to auction brought over $30,000. A few years back one could be purchased between $8 and 10 K. Good luck and E Mail me if you have any more Questions. There are some good sites for more info I can Send you.
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Bob
Member#39
71 J code
429 SCJ-R Sportsroof
C6 4:11 [This message has been edited by Bob429 (edited 07-22-2001).]
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Gearhead
Gearhead Posts: 1825
From: Vancouver Island, Great Wet North
Registered: Mar 2000
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posted 07-23-2001 02:24 PM
Thanks for the information folks!! So far I have been unsuccessful in contacting the owner of the car, so I have a bad feeling that it might be gone already.  Either that or he is away on holidays and not checking his voicemail. I'll keep trying this week and see what happens. At least now I have some more information on what to look for, should I ever get in contact with this fellow or find another one.  I'll let y'all know if there is any progress. Thanks again! Cheers,
Ian
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