Has had a restoration sometime in the mid 90s. "The Long and the Short of It". It is riding on 15" Weld Racing Aluminum Wheels. The new 351M joined the line-up to replace the 351 Cleveland. However, the limited-edition factory replica Torino will likely be a valuable investment due to the series having a longtime cult following. [11] Road Test reported difficulty with the factory shifter and stated "we would have liked a Hurst shifter, and might have bettered our times with one."[11]. For the 1971 model year, Ford limited changes to its intermediate line to minor revisions. The 2-door sedan, 4-doors and station wagons still had vent windows but the "DirectAire" system was an option for these models. Sell it with CLASSIC.COM ALL LISTINGS monetization_on However, the suspension remained unchanged from the 1969 models. Because we make it easy for you to get more money in your pocket. The new rear bumpers were much larger, square shaped, and sat lower on the body. The Torino Brougham was Torino's luxury oriented model. A temperature gauge was the only available gauge; oil pressure and electrics were monitored with warning lights only. It is a 73 Ford Gran Torino Sport Coupe. Although 2-door Torinos were advertised as hardtops, the rear windows were revised to be fixed unlike the 197273 models. The browser you are using is no longer supported! WebThe Ford Torino is an automobile that was produced by Ford for the North American market between 1968 and 1976. This limited edition car was made specifically with NASCAR racing in mind and all of its modifications were to improve the aerodynamics of the Torino. In Car Life magazine's test of a 1968 Torino GT SportsRoof equipped with a 390-4V, C-6, and 3.25:1 axle, they recorded a 0 60mph (97km/h) time of 7.7 seconds, and the quarter-mile (402m) dragstrip time of 15.8 seconds at 90mph (140km/h). Torino wagons were often used to tow, but all Torino models could be equipped with one of two optional towing packages. The Torino and Gran Torino were available as a 2-door hardtop and a 4-door sedan; the Gran Torino Sport was available as a 2-door hardtop and SportsRoof. Torinos were now even larger and heavier than ever before. The current owner claims that this piece of Ford history was sitting in a garage for about 25 years untouched then was repainted and refreshed to be drivable again. The leading edge of the hood was squared off to follow the fascia's lines, and all models shared the same hood. The new grille was of similar shape to the 1973, but was slightly larger and divided into 8 equal sized vertical rectangular sections. Car and Driver tested a 351 CJ, 4-speed Gran Torino Sport SportsRoof with 3.50:1 gears to have a 0 60mph (97km/h) time of 6.8 seconds. Call. Other available engines included a 390cuin (6.4L)-2V FE engine, 390cuin (6.4L)-4V FE engine and a 427cuin (7.0L)-4V FE engine. To further remove it from the sporty theme, Gran Torino Sports even had opera windows (on vinyl-roofed cars) and fender skirts added to its option list. Optional engines included the 302-2V (standard on GT and Brougham models), 351W-2V, the new 351 Cleveland available with a 2- or 4-barrel carburetor, and the new 429-4V 385 Series V8 (standard on the Cobra models). It was a well received car by the automotive press and was selected as the Motor Trend Car of the Year for 1970. [6] Motor Trend magazine wrote "Putting the car through quick and/or tight corners isn't a matter of practiced art it's more like second nature for the GT" in their test of a 1968 Torino GT. Maverick. "1976 Starsky and Hutch Ford Gran Torino". loading. WebFind new and used Ford Torino classic cars for sale near you by classic car dealers and private sellers on Classics on Autotrader. The Cobra has the same body code as a Fairlane 500, so some sources refer to these cars as the "Fairlane Cobra". Weight increased significantly for 4-door and station wagon models, while 2-doors had a small increase in weight. WebFOR SALE: 1972 Ford Torino $74,990 USDBenicia, CA. The Ford Torino is an automobile that was produced by Ford for the North American market between 1968 and 1976. The Cobra used the same grille as the 1970 model. The "Detroit Locker" rear differential was included when the 4.30:1 axle was ordered while the "Traction-Lock" limited-slip differential was included with the 3.91:1 axle. The car has always been stored in a garage. Starting in 1968, GM had begun to use a shorter wheelbase for its 2-door intermediates, and a longer one for the 4-doors. Ford announced to its dealers in January 1974 that new Gran Torino Elite, Ford's entry in the mid-sized luxury car market, would be available for sale as of the week of February 18, 1974. The vehicle is equipped with power seats and windows front and rear although the rear window motors gave out. [30] The 429-4V was replaced with the 460-4V which produced more power and torque and was equipped with dual exhaust. Factory AC that works. Dual exhaust and the 4-speed transmission option were exclusive to the 351-CJ. Station wagons came in three different models: "Fairlane", "Fairlane 500", and "Torino Squire." Super Stock and Drag Illustrated fitted a pair of slicks to the same Torino and ran a 13.39 seconds at 106.96mph (172.14km/h). Like the Talladega, the King Cobra was modified with aerodynamics specifically in mind and looked very different from a typical 1970 Torino. Description: This 1972 Ford Torino GT 2 Door Hardtop Fastback ( Stock # B11663) is available in our Benicia, CA showroom and any inquiries may be directed to us at 707-748-4000 or via email at [Sales@SpecialtySales.com] ( mailto:Sales@SpecialtySales.com ). reserved. LTD. Rates vary depending on the state, coverage selected and other factors. All other engines saw a slight increase in power levels compared to 1973. It had a sloped front end with dual headlamps located in sugar scoop shaped cut-outs on the front fenders, similar in appearance to the Datsun 240Z. Motor Trend also tested a 1970 Cobra with a 429 SCJ, 4-speed and 3.91:1 gears, and resulted in a 5.8-second 0 60mph (97km/h) time, with a 13.99-second quarter-mile at 101.0mph (162.5km/h). The Torino Cobra remained the top performance model, but was a lower level of trim than the Torino GT. They were not a mandatory option though, and these cars came equipped with wheel covers as standard equipment. The 351 CJ continued to be the only high-performance engine and only saw a 2hp (1.5kW) drop from 1972. "[16] Motor Trend gave accolades to the 1970 Torino Brougham 2-door for its quiet interior that only allowed "the muffled thump of freeway expansion-joints [to] intrude. WebShop Ford Torino vehicles in Carlsbad, CA for sale at Cars.com. Of note, when opera windows were ordered, the "Sport" script was placed below the "Gran Torino" nameplate on the fender and the C-pillar emblem was deleted. This short-lived safety system would be removed after the 1974 model year. The laser stripe was revised to a slightly different shape, and ran higher along on the body side. The base engine was the 250cuin (4.1L) inline-six in all models except the Gran Torino Squire station wagon and the Gran Torino Sport which used the 302-2V small-block V8. Shop millions of cars from over 22,500 dealers and find the perfect car. It included a special intake manifold, modified camshaft, special valve springs and dampers, a 750 CFM Motorcraft Carburetor, 4-bolt main bearing caps and 2.5in (63.5mm) dual exhaust. [38], The lack of popularity and the low numbers of Torinos in existence today is likely due to the Torino's durability issues that caused low survivability. Along the same genre, Ford introduced spring special option group called the Luxury Dcor Package, in March 1973. Web1969 Ford Torino $ 64,995 $ 1,127 /mo* 14,185 miles Engine: 428 Cobra Jet V8 Days Listed 221 Price $6,235 below avg. Owner selling due to health.Has been sitting for a few years so its not perfect and will need to be gone through but starts runs and drives well..Not sure of mileage, had a reman motor installed early 90s as well.Dont know much else about it. away 1970 Ford Torino $ 79,995 $ 1,387 /mo* 269 miles Engine: 598ci Days Listed 234 Price $10,883 above avg. In addition, a "Sport" script was placed by the C-pillar emblem. It was a competitor in the intermediate market segment. We empower classic and exotic car buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts with insights for the collector car industry - including market values, price comparisons, listing alerts and more. The 4-door hardtops and sedans were replaced with 4-door "pillared hardtops." All engines, other than the 429s, saw a slight drop in compression, which also resulted in a corresponding drop in power ratings. Restored-Original Grand Rapids, MI, USA 56% match SEE 27 MORE COMPS About Comps data Taxonomy High back bucket seats were available for all 2-door models, as was an optional console. The grille had a fine mesh pattern with vertical parking lamps in the outer sections (embossed with the grille pattern on the surface of the lens) and the grille emblem was changed The front bumper was revised to be slightly more pointed while the bumper guards moved more towards the center of the bumper compared to 1973 models. The 1970 Falcon was available as a 2-door and 4-door sedan, and 4-door station wagon. One of the factory replicas was leased to Spelling-Goldberg as a backup for the original Torinos that were created for the show. New options for the 1976 model year included a power trunk release and an automatic parking brake release. We will be glad to help. It was the only engine available with the 4-speed transmission but the more common Cruise-O-Matic was also available. Call us for your needs. Although, when a Torino was equipped with a 351-2V engine it could result in the car being delivered either the 351M or the 351W, as they were used interchangeably. By 1970 Torino had become the primary name for Ford's intermediate, and the Fairlane was now a subseries of the Torino. ", Production for 1971 was 326,463 units, slightly lower than 1970 Ford intermediate production. WebThe Ford Torino is an automobile that was produced by Ford for the North American market between 1968 and 1976. Restored-Original. Ford's entry in the mid-sized luxury car market, would be available for sale as of the week of February 18, 1974. Standard equipment for the Elite included a 351-2V V8 engine, automatic transmission, and radial tires. refresh the page. [18] Performance from the 1972 351 CJ was competitive with the 197071 Torinos with the high compression 351-4V. Police package Torinos had the same engine options as the civilian models but with the addition of a high-performance 460-4V exclusive to the "Interceptor" package. The Torino line-up was revamped with three models "Torino," "Gran Torino" and "Gran Torino Sport." WebFord Torino for sale in Scotts Valley, California Share it or review it 1968 Ford Torino NASCAR Driven by David Pearson in his 1968 championship NASCAR season Built and campaigned by Holman Moody Restored by Steve Gantz In 1968, Pearson made 48 of the year's 49 events. Station wagon models for 1970 were offered initially in three different levels: the Fairlane 500 wagon, the Torino wagon, and the Torino Squire wagon. The new larger bumpers caused all Torino models to increase in length by at least 1in (25mm), and weight also increased by at least 100lb (45kg) for all models. As a result, Torinos had the lowest resale value of any of the American intermediate cars in the 1970s used-car market.[39]. Carpet is in great shape and the original rubber floor mats will be included. *Drivetrain*The car runs and starts right up, the Ford 400m motor has no leaks and runs well. The sheetmetal on the station wagons was not changed as drastically as 2-door and 4-door models. Hemmings Motor News has been serving the classic car hobby since 1954. The C4 automatic was installed on smaller displacement engines up to the 302 V8, and C6 automatic was installed on all other larger displacement engines. WebFord Torino cars for sale in California 1-5 of 5 Alert for new Listings Sort By Ford : Torino fastback Ford Torino GT $16,999 Concord, California Year 1969 Make Ford Model TOO MANY parts to photograph and place on the website. All cars grew by about 5in (127mm) in length, and now rode on a longer 117in (2,972mm) wheelbase (station wagons used a 114in (2,900mm) wheelbase). [4] Four-speed equipped cars used staggered rear shocks which helped resist axle hop. $74,995. Adjustable Coilovers And Tubular Control Arms. Your CA Privacy Rights (Shine the Light) As a cost-cutting measure, the "Magnum 500" wheel was revised with the formerly chrome plated wheel replaced by a polished trim ring and argent painted spokes. The biggest change for 1971 was the decision to drop the Fairlane and Falcon model names. [5] The cars equipped with the 428 Cobra Jets had emblems borrowed from the full-sized Fords (a red-and-chrome badge reading "428") mounted on the fenders behind the parking lamps. WebStreetside Classics is the largest source of classic cars for sale with 6 locations nationwide in Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas (Fort Worth), Nashville, Phoenix and Tampa. Aluminum 5-slot mag wheels and larger rear tires replaced the stock wheels and tires, and air shocks were added to give the car an aggressive rake. WebWelcome to the Ford Torino online automotive parts catalog. A medium-duty trailer package for Class II towing allowed towing up to 3,500lb (1,600kg). Opera windows were added as standard equipment on Brougham models. This configuration was also used by station wagons. VIN: 3A35Q210655. The majority of the sheetmetal behind the front doors was carried over from the 196869 body style. 1975 Torinos received a new steering wheel design and a "Fuel Sentry" vacuum gauge was added to the option list. A third equal sized pod on the left contained the DirectAire vent. The grille covered the full width of the front fascia and surrounded the quad headlights. The new model line-up reduced the number of models from 14 in 1971 to 9 in 1972. (Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads), First in Class at Daytona: Holman-Moody 1975 Ford Torino, $14K Grabber Blue SportsRoof: 1971 Ford Torino GT 351C, Mid Range Notch: Restored 1969 Ford Torino GT, Factory 428/4-Speed SportsRoof: Restored 1969 Ford Torino Cobra, Matching-Numbers 4-Speed: 1968 Ford Torino GT 390, Marti Report Included: Grabber Green 1971 Ford Torino Cobra, No Reserve: Drag Pack Equipped 1969 Ford Torino GT Super Cobra Jet Project, Marti Report Included: Restored 1971 Ford Torino Cobra. 1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport. This limited production package was essentially a special paint option, but required the deluxe bumper group and dual color-keyed sport mirrors as mandatory options. The Torino Brougham was reduced to an option package for the Gran Torino, and Torino GT became "Gran Torino Sport." Research, compare, and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 19 Torino models in Long Beach, CA. MAKE A REASONABLE OFFER! The most obvious change for the 1973 model saw was a new front fascia, required to meet new federal regulations. Fastbacks retained the 1968-style taillights and rear panel. The Torino GT was relatively unchanged from 1968. This color had been discontinued for all other Torino models for 1976 in favor of a different shade of red. [7] Car and Driver magazine tested a 1968 Ford Torino GT equipped with the 428 CJ with Ram Air induction, C-6 Cruise-O-Matic, and 3.91:1 gears and recorded a quarter-mile time of 14.2 seconds at 98.9mph (159.2km/h). Base Torinos had a full width argent eggcrate grille that surrounded the headlights. For the 1975 model year, the Ford Torino received a number of minor improvements, but was for the most part unchanged. This was the first time Ford had ever outsold the Chevrolet Chevelle since its 1964 introduction. As a result, the wagons appeared more upright and square than the sedans and coupes. 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