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30k-Mile - 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet - 4-Speed

This 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a highly coveted factory R-code example boasting just 31,688 original miles and a documented four-owner history. Produced on June 9, 1969, at the Metuchen, New Jersey facility, the car has been treated to a no-expense-spared, show- quality restoration backed by nearly $100,000 in receipts. It is powered by a date-coded 428ci Cobra Jet V8 paired with a close-ratio four-speed manual transmission and a 3.50:1 Traction-Lok rear axle. Beautifully presented in its factory-correct Acapulco Blue, this Mach 1 balances pristine original elements with tasteful, drivability-focused upgrades.

The body is finished in the highly desirable factory shade of Acapulco Blue (Paint Code 3077-A) with reflective gold Mach 1 side stripes. The exterior was meticulously refinished during the restoration and features the signature blackout hood treatment, complete with a functional Ram Air "Shaker" hood scoop. Additional exterior equipment includes quarter-panel scoops, color-keyed dual racing mirrors, quad exhaust outlets, and brilliant chrome bumpers. The trunk is properly detailed and houses the correct jack assembly along with a vintage Wide-Oval spare tire.

Inside, the cabin is an incredible time capsule, featuring its original interior. The high-back front bucket seats and rear sport deck seat are trimmed in black knit vinyl with red accent stripes, complemented by woodgrain trim on the dashboard, center console, and door panels. A rare and notable highlight is the factory Tilt-Away steering column- which is fully functional-capped by a classic Rim-Blow steering wheel. While the interior remains highly original, a modern air conditioning system has been cleanly integrated to blow ice-cold air, making summer cruising an absolute pleasure.

Under the shaker hood sits the 428ci Cobra Jet V8. It is well-documented within the Mustang community that engines assembled at the Metuchen plant during this period were not stamped with VINs. However, this engine features a May 3, 1969, block casting date that aligns perfectly with the car's June 9, 1969, build date. Along with the correctly date-coded heads and surrounding engine components, it is strongly believed to be the original powerplant.

To enhance reliability and turn-key drivability, the engine has been discreetly upgraded with a modern fuel injection system while maintaining a period-correct aesthetic under the hood. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a close-ratio four-speed manual transmission and a Traction-Lok differential with 3.50 gearing. The car is also equipped with factory power steering and power front disc brakes, ensuring it handles and stops as well as it accelerates.

This unparalleled Mach 1 is offered with a thick binder of documentation, including close to $100,000 in restoration receipts detailing the world-class work performed. A full Marti Report is also included, confirming the car's R-Code pedigree, factory colors, and original options.

With its low original mileage, exceptional factory options, and top-tier restoration, this Super Cobra Jet Mach 1 stands as one of the finest examples available on the market today.

Vin and Deluxe Marti Report Broken Down:

VIN Breakdown: 9T02R208693

9: 1969 Model Year

T: Built at the Metuchen, New Jersey Assembly Plant

02: Mustang Sportsroof (Fastback)

R: 428-4V CJ (Cobra Jet) Engine with Ram Air

208693: This was the 108,693rd Ford vehicle scheduled for production at the Metuchen plant.

Door Data Plate Decoding

Body (63C): Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof

Color (65): Acapulco Blue Paint (Ford #3077-A) with the Mach 1 blackout hood treatment.

Trim (3A): Black Clarion Knit/Vinyl Mach 1 Hi-Back Bucket Seats

Date (10F): Originally scheduled to be built on June 10, 1969

D.S.O. (15): Newark Ordering District

Axle (S): 3.50 Traction-Lok Axle Ratio

Trans (6): Four-Speed Close Ratio Manual Transmission

Factory Options & Features

The report confirms the vehicle was ordered retail with the following specific features:

Four-Speed Close Ratio Manual Transmission

Traction-Lok Differential

F70X14 Traction Tires with Raised White Letters

Power Front Disc Brakes

AM Radio

Important Production Dates

Order Received: May 6, 1969

Scheduled for Build: June 10, 1969

Actually Built: June 9, 1969 (Produced one day ahead of schedule!)

Released & Sold: It was released the same day it was built and officially sold just a few days later on June 13, 1969.

Dealer Information

The car was sold brand new at George H. Mead Inc. located at 190 Washington Ave, Belleville, NJ.

Rarity Statistics (For 1969 Mustang Sportsroofs)

Out of all the 1969 Mustang Sportsroofs built, this car is:

1 of 13,288 with this Acapulco Blue Paint Code.

1 of 5,421 with this specific Paint and Trim Code combination.

1 of 6,473 built with this specific Engine (428 CJ) and Transmission (4-Speed) combination.

1 of 4,333 ordered from the Newark DSO.

This is a fantastic piece of documentation that proves this is a true, factory-born, Acapulco Blue 4-speed Cobra Jet! Follow this Link for OVER 450 High Quality Photos, Including the Restoration Photos and Reciepts: https://photos.app.goo.gl/0hke7IeqgS2R iOjI2 Take a L@@K at the HD Video: https://youtu.be/IrAgO7IoJqI For Sale by Owner
Trim: Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet
Body Style: Coupe
Condition: Used
Certified: 0
Options: AM/FM, Premium Sound System, Vinyl Interior Surface

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