1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 R-Code 428 Cobra Jet 4-Speed

Description

The 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet emerged as one of the most iconic performance cars of the muscle car era. Introduced as part of the refreshed-for-1969 Mustang lineup, the Mach 1 replaced the GT as Ford’s primary performance package. Its most formidable option was the 428 Cobra Jet V8 with Ram Air, a high‑torque big‑block rated at 335 horsepower — an intentional underrating meant to keep insurance costs down. In reality, the engine produced far more power.

The Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet featured competition‑inspired styling, including a matte black-painted shaker hood, chrome trim, and optional handling upgrades. It quickly gained a reputation for straight‑line dominance, with quarter‑mile times that challenged rivals from Chevrolet and Dodge.

This R-Code ’69 Mach 1 is powered by the iconic 428 Cobra Jet Ram Air V8, mated to an optional four-speed, close-ratio manual transmission. The car has been refinished in its factory-correct Wimbledon White paint with red and gold side/rear stripes, blackout hood treatment, five-spoke chrome wheels, Dark Red Clarion knit-vinyl high-back bucket seats, and color-matching carpet and door trim. The car was originally ordered with optional hinged fold-down seats and a trap door into trunk.

Hank’s Garage, a North Salt Lake, Utah, venue filled with classic American muscle cars, blends timeless automotive heritage with modern style to create unforgettable events. This is the first time the owner of Hank’s Garage has offered vehicles to the public.

This 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 R-Code 428 Cobra Jet is represented by a Broad Arrow Specialist and is now offered with service receipts, a Deluxe Marti Report, and a clean Utah title in the name of the current owner.

Highlights

• Offered from the Hank’s Garage Car Collection

• 428ci Cobra Jet V8 with Ram Air and four-barrel carburetor rated at 335 hp

• Optional four-speed manual transmission

• Refinished in factory correct Wimbledon White (M5) with red and gold stripes

• Optional “Sport Deck Rear Seat” package with hinged fold-down seats and a trap door into trunk

• Red knitted vinyl with high-back bucket seats

Factory Equipment

• Power steering

• Quad headlamps

• Full sound deadening package

• Three-spoke woodgrain steering wheel

• 120-mph speedometer and 8,000-rpm tachometer

• Philco AM radio

• Teak woodgrain trim

• Seat belts

• Center console

• Exclusive to 1969 Mustang Mach 1:

  • SportsRoof body

  • Matte‑black hood treatment with hood pins

  • Pop‑open chrome gas cap

  • Grille‑mounted sport lamps and racing mirrors

  • Competition suspension package (heavy‑duty shocks and springs)

  • Thicker front sway bar

• The data plate decodes as:

  • Body: 63C – Mach 1 SportsRoof

  • Color: M5 – Wimbledon White with blackout hood treatment

  • Trim: 3DA – Dark Red Clarion knit-vinyl with hi-back bucket seats

  • Date: 12E – Built 12 May 1969

  • DSO: 28 - Louisville (Kentucky) District Sales Office

  • Axle: S – 3.50:1 rear axle ratio with locking differential

  • Trans: 6 – 4-speed manual transmission (close ratio)

• The chassis number (9F02R196422) decodes as:

  • 9 – 1969 model year

  • F – Dearborn, Michigan, assembly plant

  • 02 – SportsRoof fastback

  • R – 428 Cobra Jet 4bbl w/Ram Air (rated 335 hp)

  • 196422 – Sequential production number

Servicing

• 2015: Replaced window crank

• 2013: Replaced heater core

• 2010: Replaced door light assemblies, water sending unit, and brake pedal pad

• 2009: Repaired tachometer and thermostat and installed 2.25" transverse exhaust

• 2008: Replaced shifter assembly, water pump, thermostat, heater hose, fan clutch, window frame, and seat belts, and installed Magnum 500 center caps on all four wheels

• BFGoodrich Radial T/A P255/60R15 tires

Documentation

• Service receipts

Known Imperfections

• Cigarette lighter does not work

• Older tires on the car, but the sidewalls do not show any cracking or dry rot

• Scratch on driver’s door by side mirror

• Scratch on passenger’s door by side mirror

• Paint chip by upper trunk lid on drivers’ side

• Paint chip on passenger side of the hood by the fender

• Paint chip on passenger side door, where door meets the rear quarter panel

• Cosmetic imperfections and paint flaws as shown in the gallery

• Some wrinkling on headliner

• Black marks on driver’s floor mat

• Lining of console storage compartment is worn

Ownership History

This 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 R-Code 428 Cobra Jet is offered from the Hank’s Garage Car Collection.

The seller states, “Current owner acquired the car in 2008. Horn and interior lights work. Head lights, backup lights, brakes lights, and turn signals front and rear are functional. Radio works. Clock and tachometer have been rebuilt and are functional. Drivers manual outer mirror control works.”

Included Items

• Red factory floor mats

• Owner’s manual

• Utah license plate

Additional Information

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this vehicle. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Matt Lowney Phone: 623.308.2640 email: mlowney@hagerty.com