The documentation included with the Mustang confirms this and traces the entire history of this classic. By the time this one rolled off the production line, the cost had ballooned out to $6,194. The base price for a Mach 1 in 1971 was $3,790.

This wasn’t a cheap car when it was new, and the original Sales Invoices and Window Stickers confirm this fact. It looks so good that it almost seems a shame that the only way that anyone is likely to see it is when the vehicle is placed on a lift. There isn’t even a hint of surface corrosion to be seen anywhere. I doubt that you will ever find a Mach 1 of this era that looks this clean. The panels are free from any of the tell-tale signs, but it is the car’s underside that steals the show. Rust is not a consideration with this Mustang. The rear spoiler is original, as are the immaculate Magnum 500 wheels. The trim and chrome are spotless, and the glass is perfect. All of the gaps are tight and consistent, and there are no issues with any of the stripes or decals. The paint shines beautifully, while the panels are laser straight. The vehicle has undergone a recent restoration, and the exterior presents in as-new condition. It would have fulfilled this role well, and there’s little doubt that it would have “Grabbered” plenty of attention wherever it went. The owner holds all of the documentation that verifies this classic’s history and confirms that the Mustang was ordered by Ford of Canada as a display and show car.

While finding a car like this Grabber Green Metallic Mach 1 might not be a once in a lifetime experience, it certainly rates as a rare treat. There is also the option available to make an offer. The Mach 1 is located in Huntingburg, Indiana, and the BIN has been set at $114,900. The time has come for it to go to a new home, so the owner has listed it for sale here on eBay. It is a genuine 429 Super Cobra Jet/Drag Pack vehicle that has been restored to its former glory. This approach is easy to understand when you realize that Ford of Canada ordered it as a promotional vehicle.

This 1971 Mustang Mach 1 demonstrates what was possible if a buyer ordered their car as a “money is no object” vehicle.

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