1968 FORD TORINO GT TOURING CONVERTIBLE INDIANAPOLIS 500 PACE CAR ORIGINAL

Price: US $25,500.00 Item location: Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
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1968 Ford Torino CONVERTIBLE

1968 FORD TORINO GT TOURING CONVERTIBLE 52nd annual INDIANAPOLIS EDITION05/30/1968PACE CAR ORIGINAL ONLY 500 CARS made with this combination package,Matching numbers car all original 302, all documented MARTI report, engine low millag, OEM Wheels rims original unmolested, the tires in good conditions, dashboard without cracks, no burn marks on the console, manual windows and locks, Radio CD(working) Strong original car unmolested, upholstery is excellent for the years always garage kept good motor runs clean little, rear tail lights are good for the year, the glass all around is good, the car has original paint in excellent conditions, floor pans are solid no rust at all for the years, there are to many thing to describe but I took pictures of the whole car and a walk around video. this car in a nice American Muscle Legend and one of a kind very rare and exclusive car it's real beauty and has been awarded several car shows, interior seats and upholstery are in super clean and original unmolested in good conditions, runs and shift good and with lot of power, and much more if you are looking for fun and excellent investment this won't disappoint you bid with confidence, if you wanna see the car e-mail thru e-bay and I'll give you an appointment, this car has been serviced and has new belts,alternator: 51 years old, but still looks excellent. This car has been awarded with trophies in several car shows, build sheets, MARTI REPORT, factory invoice, manuals, etc you wont find a car like this for the price, needs nothing but a new owner could be your daily driver as well low ballers!!! don't make nonsense offers.FREE SHIPPING WITH BUY IT NOW ONLY TO 48 STATES CONTINENTAL USA
Year: 1968Make: FORDModel:TORINO GT TOURING CONVERTIBLE INDIANAPOLIS 500 EDITIONMiles: 75+K milesEngine: 302/8 cylTransmission: automaticDoors: coupeInterior: BLUE/WHITEExterior: WIMBLEDON WHITEOPTIONS• Power Steering• Radio• Power Brakes• Vinyl Interior• OEM wheels• Front Seat Belts• Transmission: Automatic• Speedometer: Yes• Temperature Gauge: YES• Fuel Gauge: Yes• Turn Signals: Yes• Headlights: HEAD LIGHTS• Wipers: Yes• Horn: Yes• Brake Lights: Yes• OEM Radio: NO and radio CD• Runs: Yes• Heater:yes• Tail Lights: YesMODEL OVERVIEW 0" ng-include="" src="'/apps/valuationtools/Content/partials/gallery.partial.html'" >1969 Ford Torino Cobra Hardtop Coupe

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History of the 1968-1976 Ford TorinoInitially known as the Fairlane Torino, Ford's new mid-sized line was launched in 1968, with a GT convertible pacing the Indy 500. The cars never carried the Fairlane name and soon became known as Torinos. Offering a full range of coupes, hardtops and sedans, the GT line immediately gained attention for its handsome fastback body, which echoed the Mustang, but with an even more radical roofline. While only 5,317 Torino GT convertibles were, sold the fastback coupe notched up 74,135 sales, and the two-door hardtop a further 23,939. Engines ranged from a 210-hp, 302-cid V-8 to 325-hp/390-cid and 360-hp Ram-Air 428-cid mills. Both three-speed Cruise-O-Matic and four-speed manual transmissions were offered.

The super-slippery fastback was an immediate hit with NASCAR and David Pearson took the 1968 championship. A Torino Cobra series was introduced for 1969 and the semi-sloping SportsRoof model would lend its lines to the Australian Ford Falcon of Mad Max fame. Meanwhile, the aerodynamic Torino GT Talladega Special was built in limited numbers for homologation and 754 were sold with the 428-cid Cobra Jet motor or the even more powerful 429-cid V-8.

The full Torino line continued in 1970, merely replacing the Fairlane with small six-cylinder and V-8 motors, and sedan, coupe, and station wagon bodies. Collectors focused on the Torino GT and Cobra series. The semi-sloping GT coupe sold an impressive 56,819 examples, but there were only 3,939 convertibles, making them quite rare. The Cobra GT attracted only 7,675 buyers, despite a 360-hp, Ram Air 429-cid V-8 and optional four-speed transmission.

Ford made few changes in 1971, save adding a luxury Brougham line. The high-performance wars were fading, and the GT recorded 31,641 sales, with 1,613 convertibles and 3,054 Cobra hardtops. Engines included 302-cid, 351-cid, and 429-cid V-8s.

The Torino received a major facelift in 1972, with the grille and bodywork receiving mixed reviews from critics. The public voted with their pocketbook, however, and sales stayed strong. The Gran Torino took over from the GT and Cobra, with the two-door hardtop selling 132,284 units. The fastback coupe sold 60,794 units, but there were also two Gran Torino station wagons in the lineup.

Bumper regulations meant new front sheet metal for 1973, but sales stayed strong as horsepower figures dwindled, and a luxury Brougham line was added. The Torino continued through 1976, and many of the last two-door hardtops have been painted in red-and-white Starsky and Hutch paint jobs. The optional 400-cid V-8 managed 158 hp, while the 460-cid V-8 developed 218 hp.

Ford Torinos and Grand Torinos today are best remembered as stylish and more luxurious alternatives to more common muscle cars. They may not have the same performance as some of the eras icons, but they still deliver a wallop when correctly configured, and they typically sell at prices that make entry achievable for most enthusiasts.

Click here to read Hemmings Motor News' Buyers Guide for the 1970-1971 Ford Torino GT.

Click here to read Hemmings Motor News' Buyers Guide for the 1972-1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport.

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Initially known as the Fairlane Torino, Ford's new mid-sized line was launched in 1968, with a GT convertible pacing the Indy 500. The cars never carried the Fairlane name and soon became known as Torinos. Offering a full range of coupes, hardtops and sedans, the GT line immediately gained attention for its handsome fastback body, which echoed the Mustang, but with an even more radical roofline. While only 5,317 Torino GT convertibles were, sold the fastback coupe notched up 74,135 sales, and the two-door hardtop a further 23,939. Engines ranged from a 210-hp, 302-cid V-8 to 325-hp/390-cid and 360-hp Ram-Air 428-cid mills. Both three-speed Cruise-O-Matic and four-speed manual transmissions were offered.

The super-slippery fastback was an immediate hit with NASCAR and David Pearson took the 1968 championship. A Torino Cobra series was introduced for 1969 and the semi-sloping SportsRoof model would lend its lines to the Australian Ford Falcon ofMad Maxfame. Meanwhile, the aerodynamic Torino GT Talladega Special was built in limited numbers for homologation and 754 were sold with the 428-cid Cobra Jet motor or the even more powerful 429-cid V-8.

The full Torino line continued in 1970, merely replacing the Fairlane with small six-cylinder and V-8 motors, and sedan, coupe, and station wagon bodies. Collectors focused on the Torino GT and Cobra series. The semi-sloping GT coupe sold an impressive 56,819 examples, but there were only 3,939 convertibles, making them quite rare. The Cobra GT attracted only 7,675 buyers, despite a 360-hp, Ram Air 429-cid V-8 and optional four-speed transmission.

Ford made few changes in 1971, save adding a luxury Brougham line. The high-performance wars were fading, and the GT recorded 31,641 sales, with 1,613 convertibles and 3,054 Cobra hardtops. Engines included 302-cid, 351-cid, and 429-cid V-8s.

The Torino received a major facelift in 1972, with the grille and bodywork receiving mixed reviews from critics. The public voted with their pocketbook, however, and sales stayed strong. The Gran Torino took over from the GT and Cobra, with the two-door hardtop selling 132,284 units. The fastback coupe sold 60,794 units, but there were also two Gran Torino station wagons in the lineup.

Bumper regulations meant new front sheet metal for 1973, but sales stayed strong as horsepower figures dwindled, and a luxury Brougham line was added. The Torino continued through 1976, and many of the last two-door hardtops have been painted in red-and-whiteStarsky and Hutchpaint jobs. The optional 400-cid V-8 managed 158 hp, while the 460-cid V-8 developed 218 hp.

Ford Torinos and Grand Torinos today are best remembered as stylish and more luxurious alternatives to more common muscle cars. They may not have the same performance as some of the eras icons, but they still deliver a wallop when correctly configured, and they typically sell at prices that make entry achievable for most enthusiasts.


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