The first was the 429 Thunder Jet, the standard engine for the Cobra, rated at 360hp (270kW). [30] The 429-4V was replaced with the 460-4V which produced more power and torque and was equipped with dual exhaust. The heavy-duty suspension included a larger front sway bar, and heavy-duty springs and shocks. Ford offered many upholstery options, including a knitted vinyl option, called "comfortweave." WebShop Ford Torino vehicles in Columbus, OH for sale at Cars.com. The Sport was almost indistinguishable from a conventional Gran Torino, and customers responded with a lack of interest. A heavy-duty Class III package included heavy-duty suspension, heavy-duty frame (standard on wagons), extra cooling package, heavy-duty battery and alternator, along with a 3.25:1 axle and trailer wiring. [3] The Torino GT was available with a GT handling suspension package, which included extra-heavy-duty springs and shocks, and a heavy-duty front anti-sway bar. "[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. For this reason, the Cobra had the lesser trim level of the Fairlane 500 to help keep costs low. The Gran Torino Sport included an integrated hood scoop, twin colour-keyed racing mirrors, molded plastic door panels unique to the Sport model, body-side and wheel lip moldings, and F70-14 tires (E70-14 on hardtop models). or give us a call at (704) 598-2130. Motor Trend tested a 1971 Torino Brougham 4-door and stated "The [seat] cushioning and support was excellent. With the Elite now a separate model, Torino lost a large portion of its sales. The Torino line-up was revamped with three models "Torino," "Gran Torino" and "Gran Torino Sport." All Torinos featured solid state ignition systems for 1975, which improved starting performance and fuel economy, while reducing maintenance costs. Torino GT's had a shaker scoop when equipped with the Ram Air Induction. ..[and] the upholstery was magnificent. The "Torino Brougham," the top trim level, was available as a 2-door and 4-door hardtop, and a 4-door station wagon. This was Ford's term for 4-door sedans with frameless door glass and a thin "B" pillar. [9] Gran Torino sedans saw a 5in (127mm) length increase, while 2-doors had a 1in (25mm) increase in length. See the NASCAR Inspired Torinos section for a detailed information on this model. Ford's entry in the mid-sized luxury car market, would be available for sale as of the week of February 18, 1974. The 1972 body style has received notable exposure since the beginning of the 21st century with the release of the 2008 film Gran Torino (featuring a 1972 Gran Torino Sport and Clint Eastwood) and the 2009 film Fast & Furious. In this section you will find brake parts, electrical & lighting parts, interior parts, sheet metal and body parts and so much more. Rates vary depending on the state, coverage selected and other factors. The 1970 Torino had more prominent long hood short deck styling, and was longer, lower and wider than the 1969 models. 19751976 Gran Torinos were used in the popular Spelling-Goldberg Productions TV series Starsky and Hutch. [15], Torino Brougham models came standard with extra exterior and interior trim, finer upholsteries, wheel covers, unique emblems, extra sound insulation and "Hideaway" headlights. Torinos had serious problems with chassis and body corrosion as well as having a less-than-perfect reliability record. Research, compare, and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 19 Torino models in Long Beach, CA. Transmission options remain unchanged; however, the FMX was added to the Torino line-up and was sometimes used instead of the C-4 and C-6. The dashboard used a linear style speedometer centered on the driver and a new "ribbon" style tachometer was an option for V8 models. 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 Invisible Cars - 350 Chevelle vs 351 Torino vs 318 Satellite". The Gran Torino Sport was discontinued, and so the Torino consisted of 9 separate models; 2- and 4-door versions of the Torino, Gran Torino, and Gran Torino Brougham, along with three station wagon models. The Torino name gradually And when it's time to get rid of your old ride, sell your car simply and securely on CarGurus. Mileage 37,536 miles below avg. Due to the lack of emissions certification, the 351M was not available in California. To further worsen the corrosion problems, 19691973 Torinos were reported to have severe paint-peeling problems. The larger displacement produced more power and torque than the 200cuin (3.3L) engine. The steering wheel and column-mounted shifter locked when the key was removed. The sporty "Torino GT" was available as a 2-door SportsRoof and convertible. The 429-4V was not a high-performance engine like the Cobra Jets of previous years; instead, it was a high torque, low revving engine. A revised full body length laser stripe was an option for all Torino 2-door models. Cars magazine had better luck with their test of a 1971 Torino Cobra equipped with the Ram Air 370hp (280kW), 429 CJ, C-6 automatic, and 3:50:1 gears. The Elite wasn't totally new, as Ford described, but it did have a number of unique features. The hood scoop could also be deleted from the GT for a credit. A hood scoop was standard on Ram Air equipped Cobras, while a non-functional scoop was optional on other Cobras. Parking lights were placed at the outer edge of the front fenders and wrapped around the corner to also act as side marker lights to meet the new 1968 requirements. The grille received minor updates, including revised divider bars and the GT emblem moved to the lower left corner of the grille. All other engines saw a slight increase in power levels compared to 1973. They tested a Cobra equipped with the 370hp (280kW), 429 CJ, C-6 automatic, 3.50:1 gears, and were only able to turn a best quarter-mile time of about 15 seconds at 97mph (156km/h). Gran Torino Broughams had a red reflector panel between the taillamps to give them a full width look. 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. LTD. The new model line-up reduced the number of models from 14 in 1971 to 9 in 1972. 1968 was a successful year for Torino with 172,083 units produced. The front fascia featured a full width recessed grille, with horizontal quad headlights placed at the outer edges. Opera windows were added as standard equipment on Brougham models. Gateway Classic Cars of Philadelphia is presenting a 1970 Ford Torino Gt. This Torino GT is Red with a Red interior and has 88,558 actual miles. It is equipped with a 351 CI engine and automatic tr Broughams and Squires had a stand-up hood ornament inplace of the emblem on the grille. This scoop was functional if the 428-4V and Ram Air induction options were specified. The 1969 Fairlane/Torino saw some cosmetic changes, and there were quite a few performance oriented changes. Original custom paint. Fast Lane Classic Cars Saint Charles, MO 1,630 mi. [18] The 400-2V was a new engine to the Torino line-up, and was part of the 335 series engine family like the 351 Cleveland. The "Torino GT" was offered as a 2-door SportsRoof and convertible, while the "Torino Cobra" was still only available as a 2-door SportsRoof. The vehicle is equipped with power seats and windows front and rear although the rear window motors gave out. reset filters to show 56 listings, All contents 2023 The best vintage and classic cars for sale online | Bring a Trailer, Privacy Notice For the purpose of this article, only "Cobra" will be used, as Ford marketed the car as such in 1969 without Fairlane or Torino attached. *Interior*The interior is green and in great shape for the age. Many replica owners installed slotted mag wheels and air shocks after purchase to give the car a more authentic look. Their test of a SportsRoof equipped with the 351 CJ, C-6 automatic, and 3.25:1 gears, resulted in a 0 60mph (97km/h) time of 7.7 seconds while the quarter-mile went by in 16.0 seconds at 88.1mph (141.8km/h). WebFord Torino Classic Cars for Sale near San Diego, California Find new and used Ford Torino Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you Filter Results Hemmings Motor News has been serving the classic car hobby since 1954. Along the same genre, Ford introduced spring special option group called the Luxury Dcor Package, in March 1973. ", The GT was the Torino's sporty/high trim model and included a 302-2V engine, dual colour keyed racing mirrors, GT identification, a non-functional hood scoop, hub caps and trim, rings, chrome trim on the foot pedals, full width taillights with honeycomb effect, and E70-14 tires (F70-14 on convertibles). VIN: 3A35Q210655. As a result, the value of the 197476 Torinos has risen; still they are not the most valuable of the Torino body styles. Track recent comps for the classic or exotic cars you own - or the cars you want. The 1973 Torino used the same rear bumper as the 1972 Torino, and incorporated minor changes to meet the 2.5mph (4.0km/h) mandate. Torinos were now even larger and heavier than ever before. Ford moved away from emulating the boxy lines of the full-size Fords to a completely new body for the 1970 Torino/Fairlane line influenced by coke bottle styling. The number of models produced by Ford increased for 1969, from 14 to 16. This option group required the 351-2V or larger engine. The seats were also new for 1972, the standard front bench seat changed to a high back integrated headrest for the outboard seating positions, but high back bucket seats remained an option on 2-door models. This resulted in a cost-cutting measure of making a 289cuin (4.7L)-2V small block V8 the base V8 engine and the standard engine on the Torino GT. It featured an energy absorbing "S" shaped front end, torque boxes to isolate road shock, fourteen rubber body mounts and five cross members. WebFind new and used Ford Torino classic cars for sale near you by classic car dealers and private sellers on Classics on Autotrader. One was equipped with the Boss 429 engine, only offered otherwise in the Boss 429 Mustang, one had the 429 SCJ, and one had a 429 CJ. The Ram Air 428 CJ included all of the above, but had a 3.50:1 open differential, and the functional hood scoop. The Gran Torino Sport's main identifiers were its unique emblems, with placement on the grille, the C-pillar, and the fuel filler door. Length increased by 2in (51mm) for Torino models, and 6in (152mm) for Gran Torinos. The competition suspension was no longer offered, and the only suspension option was a revised heavy-duty suspension package. This name was one of several originally proposed for the Mustang while in development. The Cobra was Ford's attempt at making a muscle car package that focused on performance features. The Torino was initially an upscale variation of the intermediate sized Ford Fairlane with a similar approach to the Ford LTD being the upscale version of the Ford Galaxie. The 351cuin (5.8L) or 429cuin (7.0L) engine, power steering and the Cruise-O-Matic transmission were required options. Web1969 Ford Torino 9,210 mi. Selecting the "Drag Pack" option turned a 429 CJ into a 429 SCJ. Mileage 60,399 miles below avg. Gasoline London, Ontario Ford s midsize muscle machine for 69 in rare 1 of 3786 formal hardtop At ford s san jose ca plant sold new via ford dso 71 los angeles highly Jan 17, 2023 in Tixuz 9 pictures 1970 Ford Torino Gt $77,500 Total price 1970 79,361 kms. WebFord Torinos for Sale When Ford updated its intermediate line of passenger cars during the late 1960s, it did so in a big way, not only redesigning the unit-body chassis, but also the WebThe Ford Torino is an automobile that was produced by Ford for the North American market between 1968 and 1976. Torino had another successful year in 1974, and continued to be popular. 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 ). Ford planned to introduce another limited edition Torino to once again dominate at NASCAR. The exterior trim was revised, with moldings the rocker panels instead of the lower doors. For 1973 only, rear bumpers had a 2.5mph (4.0km/h) requirement. All wagons came equipped with Ford's "Magic Doorgate" two-way tailgate, and were available with an optional rear-facing third seat which increased the car's carrying capacity from 6 to 8 people. Ford did not change any of its factory sales literature to reflect this change. [15][14] New options included 15in (380mm) Magnum 500 wheels with F60-15 tires and flat black "Sport Slats" for the rear window (both also available on the Torino GT). WebFind new and used 1973 Ford Gran Torino classic cars for sale near you by classic car dealers and private sellers on Classics on Autotrader. Parking lamps were located between the headlamps, molded into the front fascia. Model 18. With a price tag of $306 for the Cobra-Jet option, Ford lovers have a reason to rejoice."[8]. The grille was revised slightly, and now had a more prominent centre dividing bar, while the taillights were restyled on non-fastback models to be similar to the 1969 Ford full-size cars. The Squire came standard with a 302-2V V8 engine and power front disc brakes; other wagons had 4-wheel drums and the 250 CID I-6. All rights reserved. The new 351M joined the line-up to replace the 351 Cleveland. 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