1971 Ford Mustang BOSS 351
Functional Ram Air Induction Hood 
Loaded with Options 
Marti Report

Body Style: 2dr Sportsroof Coupe
Engine: 8-cyl. 351cid/330hp 4bbl Boss 351 Engine 
VIN: 1F02R184625
Exterior Color: Bright Blue Metallic
Interior Color: Black
Transmission: 4-Speed Hurst Shifter Manual 


History of the 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351:
The Mustang underwent a complete redesign for 1971 and grew bigger in every way except performance. To understand what happened, it’s best to compare the big slab-sided car with the original 1965 model. The 1971 Ford Mustang was 7.1 inches longer than the 1965 model, 6.8 inches wider and around 500 pounds heavier. It was also 2 inches longer than the 1970 model, and 3 inches wider. Mostly it seemed bulkier, and hardtops had a high trunk with flying buttresses and a tunnel back window.

Sales dropped again, to 149,678 units divided into 65,696 hardtop coupes, 29,956 fastbacks, 6,121 convertibles, 17,406 Grand hardtops and 36,449 Mach 1 fastbacks. Prices began at $2,911 for the hardtop, $2,973 for the fastback, $3,227 for the convertible, $3,117 for the Grande and $3,268 for the Mustang Mach 1. The Boss 302 was gone, though a watered-down Mustang Boss 351 was offered, and the Boss 429 had vanished. A 429 engine option was offered, though it was based on the Lincoln 460 cid V-8.

A total of 10 engines were offered, with a base 155 bhp 250 cid six, a 210 bhp 302 cid V-8 in the Mach 1 and 330 bhp 351 cid V-8 in the Boss 351. Optional engines included a 210 bhp 302 V-8; a 240 bhp, 351 V-8; a 285 bhp 351 V-8; 370 bhp 429 and a 375 bhp Ram Air 429. All 351s were the Cleveland V-8.

The 428 CJ (Cobra Jet) was replaced by the 429 CJ, and no parts were interchangeable. The 429 was bigger than the 428 and one reason why the Mustang was redesigned. It was a large Boss 302 and an effort to make the 460 breath better, with bigger valves, four-bolt mains, forged rods and an 11.3:1 compression ratio. The CJ became the SCJ if the Drag Pack was bought, with 3.91:1, 4.30:1 or 4.11:1 rear end. A stiff competition suspension package was offered, and a dual Ram Induction option for 351 cid or larger engines.

Power windows and a rear defroster were offered for the first time, but the rear window slats were deleted as the fastback window was too flat. The dash was simplified to three large gauges, but enthusiasts could still get a sports option with gauges instead of warning lights and a tachometer.

The Mach 1 package was promoted, with the departure of the Boss 302, but sales still dropped. It used a different grille, with a urethane-covered bumper in body color, two driving lights in the grille and non-functional air vents. The hood and the lower body were black or silver, depending on the body color. Interior decor featured wood applique, molded door panels and knitted vinyl high-back buckets. Stripes and Mach 1 decals were applied to the exterior side panels.

The Boss 351 was a complete package with limited options. The 330 bhp Cleveland V-8 featured four-bolt mains, big valves, solid lifters, 11.7:1 compression, functional Ram Air intakes, a four-speed Hurst manual gearbox, 3.91:1 posi rear axle, power front disc brakes and spoiler and a chrome front bumper. The hood was mostly black and had two lock-downs.

The luxury model Grande got a full vinyl roof, lots of comfort and convenience accessories inside and cloth seats and exterior brightwork. It was available with all optional engines.

Nineteen colors were offered, though some of the best 1970 colors were gone. Here are the codes: Raven Black (A); Maroon Metallic (B) Dark Ivy Green Metallic (C), Grabber Yellow (D), Medium Yellow Gold (E); Grabber Lime (I); Grabber Blue (J); Wimbledon White (M); Pastel Blue (N); Medium Green Metallic (P); Light Pewter Metallic (V); Grabber Green Metallic (Z); Bright Red (3); Medium Brown Metallic (5); Silver Blue Metallic (6); Light Gold (8) Gold Metallic and Gold Glamour were special order. There were 29 interior combinations, and convertible tops were black or white.

 


Marti Report Data Plate Breakdown:
Serial Number  1F02R184625

1          1971
                   F          Built at Dearborn
                       02        Mustang Sportsroof
              R         351-4V BOSS
                      84625  Production Number
                    03/71   Built: March, 1971
                      63D     Mustang Sportsroof
                                                       6          Bright Blue Metallic Paint, Ford #3077-A
                                                            1A        Black Ruffino/Corinthian Vinyl Bucket Seats
                                    V          3.91 Traction-Lok Axle Ratio
                                                          5          4-Speed Wide Ratio Manual Transmission
                                   13        New York Ordering District   

This vehicle was ordered new with the following options
Four-Speed Wide Ratio Manual Transmission
Traction-Lok Differential 
F60x15 Wide Oval Belted Raised White Letter Tires
Power Steering 
Rear Deck Spoiler
AM/FM Stereo Radio
Magnum 500 Chrome Wheels
This car was actually produced on March 22, 1971

 
About this Car:
This BOSS 351 is just amazing to look at. Absolutely stunning  Bright Blue Metallic Paint.  Comes with a Marti Report.  The 1971 BOSS 351 is rarer than the 1970 BOSS 302. Runs well.

Functional Ram Air induction hood. Front chin spoiler. 351cid 330hp Boss 351 V8 engine. 4-Barrell Carburetor. Power brakes. Power steering. GT steering wheel. Philco AM radio. 4-Speed Hurst shifter. Center console with clock. Bucket seats. Chrome Magnum 500 wheels. BF Goodrich Radial T/A 235/60-R15 tires. Ford 9” Traction-Lock rear-end with 3.91:1 gears.  Dual exhaust. Rear-deck mounted spoiler. BOSS 351 silver graphics. Bright Blue Metallic exterior paint.


Price: $ Sale Pending
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