It was pretty impressive for a car developed in the 1970s, and not only did the Ford Falcon 1970 1/2 Cobra Jet have a fairly impressive power output, but it could reach 0-60 mph in a decent 6.1 seconds while topping out at 133 mph. The Ford Falcon 1970 1/2 429 Cobra Jet could produce 370 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque. The cast iron engine included an overhead valve system and plenty of power. Most of the 429 engines were in production for only one year, or just shy of a full year. After the regular 429 engine was produced in 1968, the latter versions in the form of the 429 Cobra Jet and Super Cobra Jet were introduced in 19. Within the 1970 1/2 Ford Falcon 429 Cobra Jet was a V8 7.0-liter engine that was a much more developed and upgraded version of the regular 429 engine. Although the Ford Falcon 1970 1/2 429 Cobra Jet was used as a makeshift model before the arrival of the Ford Maverick, it was still a highly impressive car. Related: See Dennis Collins Rescue An Awesome Custom 1969 Ford Mustang MFord Falcon 429 Cobra Jet Packed An Impressive V8 EngineĪ whopping seven engines were made available in the Falcons' line-up, but the engine placed in the Ford Falcon 429 Cobra Jet was by far the most impressive. And because the 1970 1/2 Falcon Cobra Jet was only in production for half a year, only 42 examples housed the Super Cobra V8 engine making this Ford a rarity among iconic muscles. This was the same year of Ford's initial swap from compact to mid-size. Unfortunately, the Ford Falcon 1970 1/2 Cobra Jet wasn’t as well remembered as previous models. It's thanks to the Ford Falcon that the likes of the Ford Mustang and Ford Maverick are in existence today. Within Ford's new line-up sat plenty of cars, but the Falcon 1970 1/2 was the only car available in only a 2-door sedan design, with no offerings of a coupe or soft top.Īs the Ford Falcon was considered Ford's first compact car, it was highly successful when it was launched back in 1960. The Ford Motor Company was a sponsor of the show, and also sponsored The Ford Show during the late 1950s.Production of the Ford Falcon came to an end in January 1970, but for the next 6 months, the Ford Falcon 1970 1/2 was still available. TV commercials now used the character Hazel as well as the Peanuts cartoon characters. Later in 1964, Ford's new offering for that market was launched: the Ford Mustang, based heavily on the Falcon's unitized frame design but with no compromises about its youthful, fun intention. The new look was more squared-off, more modern, as Ford pursued the youth market. A redesign changed the Falcon's looks for 1964. It was a sales success for Ford initially, outselling rival compacts from Chrysler and Motors introduced at the same time. The Ford Falcon was an automobile which was produced by the Ford from 1960 to 1970 across three generations. This is the car to take to a weekend show and come home with a first place trophy. In addition this car comes with the original owners manual. This car also comes with power steering, power brakes, the original fender skirts, and a radio. The engine in the beautiful Falcon is a 260 V8 which allows you to fly down the back roads with your top down. This Falcon is finished in Wimbledon White over a teal blue interior which are both in great shape. GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this 1964 Ford Falcon Convertible for consideration. We work with a finance company to offer you finance options to buy this car.
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