The Ford Torino was designed as a better version of the Fairlane until 1968, when the Fairlane was downscaled with lower-end trim options as a separate Ford model. The Torino was in production from ’68 until ’76, and for those 8 years the Ford Torino held the status of a Fairlane subsidiary. The “generations” of [...]
Ford Muscle Cars
The Ford Torino History Walkthrough
Wednesday, November 4th, 20091968 Ford Ranchero
Thursday, October 29th, 2009The Ford Ranchero doesn’t appear like a typical muscle car would, despite the powerful lineup of engines available for it, but that’s precisely what Ford strived for at the time. This full-size intermediate/compact car resembles a vehicle that came from overseas, and there’s a reason for that: it was adapted from the 1960 US Falcon, [...]
1963 Ford Galaxie 427
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009For those who are old enough to remember Ford’s slogan in year 1963 that marketed its Galaxie 427 mode, the catchphrase “Total Performance” won’t be unfamiliar. Indeed, the 1963 Ford Galaxie 427 totally matched this description. Featuring a 119” wheelbase, the car weighed 3,700 lbs and could be purchased for under 3 grand. The 1963 [...]
Ford Mustang 2009
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009The Mustang always has and forever will be a true American symbol of muscle cars. The 2009 Ford Mustang offers a lot for your money – unlike some antiques, it’s a combination of modern style and amazing performance. Although the 2009 Ford Mustang guzzles gas like no tomorrow, muscle car lovers across the nation love [...]
Ford Fairlane 1969
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009The 1960s was Ford’s prime time to show off their muscle cars, thanks to the soaring popularity of NASCAR in those years. The 1969 Ford Fairlane Cobra 428, for example, was an instant winner on the race track, and became a prompt solution to the thirsty car-buyer market that wanted an affordable racehorse on wheels. [...]
