1973 Ford Mustang Convertible

Description

1973 marked the final year of the first-generation Mustang. Outselling the 1972 model year, the 1973 Convertible would be the last Mustang convertible offered until its revival in 1983. A range of engine options was available to satisfy nearly every buyer, from a 250 cu-in inline-six to the top-of-the-line 351 cu-in Cobra Jet V8. Over 90 percent of 1973 Mustangs were ordered with the "Cruise-O-Matic" automatic transmission; the standard option was the three-speed manual, leaving just 2.9 percent with a factory-equipped four-speed manual transmission, just like the car on offer. Supported by a devout group of enthusiasts, Mustangs like this 1973 Convertible remain popular today.    

Highlights 

• Powered by a 351 cu-in Cobra Jet V8 with a four-barrel carburetor mated to a desirable factory-equipped four-speed manual transmission 

• Finished in Gold Glow Metallic paint with a Ginger Sebring Knit/Corinthian vinyl interior 

• Upgraded Ram Air hood, with the original hood included in the sale 

• Classic Auto Air air conditioning 

• In November 2023, the car was serviced with BF Goodrich tires, rebuilding the carburetor, engine oil and filter change, differential oil change, new engine air filter, power steering fluid flush, replaced pinion seals, and a cooling system flush 

• The convertible top is believed to have been replaced in 2013

• The door Data Plate information decodes as the following 

  • 3F03Q157651 – chassis number

  • 3 – 1973 model year 

  • F – Dearborn, Michigan assembly plant 

  • 03 – Convertible 

  • Q - Optional 266 horsepower, 351 cu-in Cobra Jet V8 with a four-barrel carb 

  • 157651 

• The Data Plate decodes with the following information 

  • 12/72 - Built in December 1972 

  • 76D – Convertible 

  • 6F – Gold Glow Metallic paint 

  • CF – Ginger Sebring Knit/Corinthian vinyl bucket seats 

  • 5 – Four-speed manual transmission 

  • 9 – 3.25:1 rear axle gear ratio 

  • 71 – Los Angeles, California district sales office 

• Please note that while the five-digit odometer displays just 1,849 miles at the time of listing, it is believed to have covered 101,849 miles 

Features 

• Competition suspension with modified rear shock absorbers

• Black power top with glass rear window 

• Extra cooling option 

• Instrumentation Group 

• Power steering 

• Bumper rub strips 

• Tri-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel 

• Decor Group 

• Color-keyed racing side view mirrors 

• Manual roll-up windows 

• Dual padded sun visors 

• Power disc brakes 

Known Imperfections 

• Air conditioning blows warm 

• The front sway bar bushings and engine mounts are recommended for replacement 

• Minor dent and paint chip on the hood 

• Small dent on the left front side quoter panel 

• Minor white paint transfer on the chrome and body behind the left corner of the front bumper 

• Minor staining of the interior carpet 

• Hood is misaligned 

• Cracked dashboard 

• Paint chips on the edges of the doors 

• Imperfections to the driver’s seat upholstery 

• Minor rust noted 

Included 

• Deluxe Marti Report 

• The original hood is available if desired 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible relayed that their father purchased the car in Scottsdale, Arizona, on 27 July 2013.