Ford Fastback 1971 horsepower
Is this really a fastback model? The 210 hp seems really small for this cars, but as far as i due to emissions in '70s engine power rates were limited
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1971 Ford Mustang Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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One of the more popular trims for the 1971 Ford Mustang was the Boss 351, and the "Boss" moniker is very appropriate to the position that the pony car held around its fellow muscle cars. However, in 1971, the Mustang made hardly a splash among enthusiasts, with only 1806 of the Boss Mustangs were produced, a small percentage of the 149,678 released that year.
The 1971 Mustang was part of Ford's attempt to save its failing line of cars. The standard engine was a 250-ci inline 6, but options ranged up to a 429-ci V8 with 375 horsepower. The Mustang was the biggest and longest ever produced, so it was imperative that the engine be able to move the big car along at speeds to which its enthusiasts had become accustomed.
On the outside, the car looked nearly identical to the 1970 model, but the interior was all-new. Power windows now came standard, and different colors were available for the seats. Its was different from all others.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1971 Ford Mustang
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by Anonymous
Oct 13, 2014
The 71-73 was the last biggest production Mustang produced. The hoax of fuel shortage to drive up fuel cost. Turned the Mustang into the Mustang II. ? This was the last of the real muscle for a while! 71-73 was the last of the big mean old shcool muscle. This will be a fun restore. There's many parts and suppliers available for these cars. Just be careful shop around and look for the best products and prices. You can get a lot of money in the quick. Wish me luck on mine! Thanks T.Oct 13, 2014
by Robin S
Jan 14, 2012
This car was built by my husband who passed away. This was his prize possession and spared no expense. The 460 has one season on it at the track.
Unfortunately i must sell it....
Contact me for details.
rshat@aol.comJan 14, 2012
by Anonymous
Jul 23, 2011
It's been a family car for 40 years and the top has been down about 80% of that time. It's always been very reliable, easy to maintain and a pleasure to drive. It has plenty of get-up-and-go, and can stop on a dime. Not much more I can add to that.Jul 23, 2011
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by Anonymous
Oct 13, 2014
The 71-73 was the last biggest production Mustang produced. The hoax of fuel shortage to drive up fuel cost. Turned the Mustang into the Mustang II. ? This was the last of the real muscle for a while! 71-73 was the last of the big mean old shcool muscle. This will be a fun restore. There's many parts and suppliers available for these cars. Just be careful shop around and look for the best products and prices. You can get a lot of money in the quick. Wish me luck on mine! Thanks T.Oct 13, 2014
by Robin S
Jan 14, 2012
This car was built by my husband who passed away. This was his prize possession and spared no expense. The 460 has one season on it at the track.
Unfortunately i must sell it....
Contact me for details.
rshat@aol.comJan 14, 2012
by Anonymous
Jul 23, 2011
It's been a family car for 40 years and the top has been down about 80% of that time. It's always been very reliable, easy to maintain and a pleasure to drive. It has plenty of get-up-and-go, and can stop on a dime. Not much more I can add to that.Jul 23, 2011
by Dylan E
Nov 06, 2010
347 stroker motor with a 4 speed. dont see them all that much at car shows. never see them anywhere. was a 302 with a 2 barrel carb. and a 3 speed manual. a very very nice car to own.Nov 06, 2010
by Josh R
Sep 22, 2009
It's not done but will be in the near future. I have since added a front and rear spoiler. It's currently a 4-Speed with a 302. I have a 351 Cleveland waiting to be refreshed and put in. Need some color ideas for when I paint it.Sep 22, 2009
by Larry C
Aug 09, 2009
the performance of my car is like no uther i love it. its really fast. the body is in grate shape. have some scratches but not that you can realy see. the interior is white no rips in the seets or nothenAug 09, 2009
by Mike G
Jul 03, 2009
my car needs worked on bad. but that will be getting done this school year...its all messed up from sitting in the garage for about 23 years....its still got all stock parts on it....the nasa hood...stock leather upholstery, stock v8....im not sure what size...i wanna find out asapJul 03, 2009
by Hashemi Y
Jun 24, 2009
The accleration of this car is amazing compare with another muscle car in that era. 0-60 mph under 6 second, is one big achievement for car that weight between 2500-3500 lbs. 428 cu in engine just make the driver to scream out.Jun 24, 2009
by Kev B
Sep 09, 2008
I just love everthing about my Mustang. Asome 70 muscle car. AGGHHHHH the good old days..... I have always wanted one of these cars since I saw one brand new in 1971. It took me 36 years to get one and Oh boy was it worth the wait. Not as good a drive as I imagined when I was 12, but back then anything would have been great. Just to have the privalige of owning a little bit of history is fantastic.Sep 09, 2008
by Mark M
Aug 17, 2008
The acceleration sucks, the brakes are great, it handles just fine.
I had to replace the blinker mechanism. But otherwise I have not done much. It needs a lot of work.
Its a standard coupe with a spoiler on the back.
It lousy on gas and all of other liquids to.
It is the most fun I have ever had in a car!Aug 17, 2008
by Adam R
Aug 07, 2008
The sound of the double pipes out the back! Harley D of cars mean! Blood sweat and tears went into this money pit and after moving all the rust which was doors, rear guards, boot, pass floor, rear floor, and side pilers and with a new paint job from my gd ole cuzy bro and new double straight pipes out the back from cheers auto it was humming!Aug 07, 2008
by Charles M
Jul 17, 2008
I Love it. This is one of the best cars I've even owned. It turns a lot of heads. I love the styling. The Engine is strong and loud! They really don't make cars today like they used to. Gas milage is around 15 miles per gallon. Iguess it's about the same gas milage as any high performance car built today.Jul 17, 2008
by Jason B
May 09, 2008
excellent power... mines green with a black stripe...May 09, 2008
by Joe S
Apr 23, 2008
302, mild cam, intake, exhaust, stock rear, c-4 trans, original mint interior, mach one hood and spoilers, prime time mafia. smallblockposse.Executioners Racing---- ...Ricers Suck...----Apr 23, 2008
by Steve Y
Mar 30, 2008
This was a FAST and FUN car to have at the time. Mar 30, 2008
by Julian O
Mar 10, 2008
its still in the the works...Mar 10, 2008
by Mike F
Mar 07, 2008
My mom's first car. Drove it off the Showroom floor in 1971 with 8 miles on it.Mar 07, 2008
by Mike F
Mar 07, 2008
Garage Queen. Belongs to my mom but I get to drive it occasionally.Mar 07, 2008
by Bryan F
Feb 29, 2008
The body is still being done. The engine and transmission are mostly done. It has a 351 Cleveland under the hood.Feb 29, 2008
by Anonymous
Feb 18, 2008
I love my 1971 mustang. It has a 351 Cleveland and it can go so fast. Everywhere I go I get complements on it. Feb 18, 2008
by Anonymous
Feb 15, 2008
1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1. Complete restoration with a 429 ram air engine. 450+ hp. All original parts excluding engine. Feb 15, 2008
by Bryce B
Feb 06, 2008
My dream car never will sell!Feb 06, 2008
by Pierre D
Jan 24, 2008
Many things to fix... but it's gonna shake, roll... and "drink"Jan 24, 2008
by Kayla H
Jan 15, 2008
I love my car, she's my baby.Jan 15, 2008
by Kayla H
Jan 15, 2008
Red, with black interior and black top. She's my dream.Jan 15, 2008
by Kayla H
Jan 15, 2008
I love my car, she's my baby.Jan 15, 2008
by Ben D
Jan 04, 2008
the best car i had in my life.I should have kept that baby.Jan 04, 2008
by Anonymous
Jan 04, 2008
This car is fast and good looking. I cost more now then we I was given it.Jan 04, 2008
by Risto S
Dec 24, 2007
fast car! handles well.Dec 24, 2007
by Håken H
Nov 19, 2007
nice, fun car vith a V8..Nov 19, 2007
by Anonymous
Oct 09, 2006
i had the standerd 250 inline 6 with a 3 speed and it was so fun to drive the 3 speed i wish i still had it .it also got around 24 miles per gallon and had plunty of powerOct 09, 2006
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