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goodnigh · 01-02-2012 - 10:29 AM

This is a project/daily driver I purchased six years ago because I needed a set of wheels. Then I began to realize what I had bought. We have done significant suspension work including new brakes and Centerforce clutch and have replaced the interior with new upholstery, carpeting and dash components. We found a freshly rebuilt stock 351C 4v quench long block never fired because the old engine developed a cracked block. Now we have a matching numbers period correct 1971 Grande. Next step is a paint job, new top and some finishing work. According to Marti only 100 of these Grandes were made in 1971.

My Profile Page · 01-02-2012 12:10 PM

Looks like a wolf in sheep's clothing Mike.

My Profile Page · 01-02-2012 06:59 PM

(01-02-2012 12:10 PM)Don65Stang Wrote: Looks like a wolf in sheep's clothing Mike.

It is

Does not attract any attention until another driver gets under my skin. I like it that way. Rocketfoot did a great job on my banner. And the new engine from Don has a mild cam.

mike

My Profile Page · 01-02-2012 07:16 PM

Nice photos Mike! I like the blue interior.

My Profile Page · 01-02-2012 08:24 PM

(01-02-2012 07:16 PM)droptop73 Wrote: Nice photos Mike! I like the blue interior.

Thank You. We bought the door panels, paint, carpet and upholstery from different vendors over a couple of years or so. The colors all match Huh

I find that remarkable. The door panels, carpet and dash were easy to replace. I will NEVER, NEVER attempt the upholstery again. What a nightmare. The stuff fits like a glove over new seat cushions, but...... I kept the original Lambeth Cloth and Corinthian Vinyl upholstery since I don't think they make it anymore. The passenger seat is in good shape and the rear bench looks like it was never used. Why did I replace it? The driver's seat was shot and I wanted a matching set.

mike

My Profile Page · 01-03-2012 12:58 AM

Definetly a keeper. Bought as a daily driver!

My Profile Page · 01-03-2012 01:08 AM

That interior is nice!

My Profile Page · 03-02-2012 05:49 PM

Super cool car. Man 4 speed too.
I have never seen on like it, only auto's .
Nice to see another cool Grande out there.

My Profile Page · 03-02-2012 09:18 PM

That Hurst shifter looks cool. Definitely a rare Grande!

My Profile Page · 04-29-2012 10:31 PM

So only 100 Grandes had a 4-speed behind the M-code motor?

My Profile Page · 05-04-2012 10:14 AM

(04-29-2012 10:31 PM)Diego Wrote: So only 100 Grandes had a 4-speed behind the M-code motor?

I think that Mike is referring to the fact that only 100 cars were produced with the same powertrain, trim options, paint and interior color, etc. Is that right, Mike?

My Profile Page · 05-04-2012 10:16 AM

I later found the Marti for the car. Indeed, it's M-code and tranny - no trim combo involved.

I can't recall if there was a close-ratio available behind the M motor. If so, there's probably a few more Grandes available with the 4-speed.

A few months ago, there was a CJ 4-speed Grande on eBay. It was 1 of 2, but I don't remember if it was a C-code or J-code.

My Profile Page · 05-04-2012 11:33 AM

Have always wondered why someone ordered a Grande with that drive train.
Then again maybe it was assembled from spare parts Ford needed to use.
I compared my Eminger invoice with a friend's and for $800 less the guy could
have ordered a Boss 351.

mike

My Profile Page · 05-04-2012 11:37 AM

Well, perhaps someone wanted a luxurious sporty car. And perhaps he's had stick shift cars his whole life. Why not order a 351-4 Grande with a 4-speed? In some ways, it was the ultimate expression of a GT from Ford.

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