Filed Under (Mustang Convertible) by Joseph McGuire on 01-06-2009
The 69 and 70 Mustang convertible had an aggressive stance with the pointed hood, the two horizonal features on the front grill, and the wing on the back. Tied together it made for a great looking muscle car that competed with Camaros, Baracudas and Chevelles. The gas/emission troubles of the early 70's signaled an end of truly amazing muscle cars. By 1973 some of the finest features of the Mustang were sucked out in favor of blandness. The Mustang was extended by 2" and widened by 3" so the overall weight was approaching the weight of an elephant. A family of five could have a picnic on the massive hood of the Mustang for 1971 to 73.
73 mustang convertible
So Ford made the car bigger in everyway except for the engine which by 1973 was puny, not pony. In 1973 the once proud 351 Cleveland produced 177 horsepower and that was the top of the line.(minus the Cobra Jet) Don't even think about a Boss engine for 1973. The new government regulations on emissions were taking their toll. This was a bad time to buy a new muscle car.
