Totally Unpopular Opinion

"K-Roll-PorscheTamer" (k-roll390) 01/29/2016 at 18:09 • Filed to: Opinions

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I’m the only person in the world, and,or on Oppo that thinks the ‘71-73 Mustangs look better than the ‘65-66 Mustangs.

The first old Mustang I want when I have monies will be a ‘71-73 Mach 1, because ‘67-68 cars are the most expensive of the 1st gens.

DancesWithRotors - Driving Insightfully > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:11

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Counterpoint: I’m the only Oppo who thinks the Mustang II is the best looking Mustang.

yamahog > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:11

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False. That Mach 1 you posted is one of my favorite Mustangs of all time.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > DancesWithRotors - Driving Insightfully 01/29/2016 at 18:14

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Yes. Yes you are.

But I would take one if given a manual one. I think they look great in Cobra form.

Hoccy > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:14

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They’re cool. The original Gone in 60 Seconds is proof for that.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > yamahog 01/29/2016 at 18:15

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MACH 1 BUDDY!! ^_^

DasWauto > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:17

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Cool story bro. What’s it like being wrong?

Steve in Manhattan > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:17

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The one you posted is better looking than the original Falcon-based car. You are not alone.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > Hoccy 01/29/2016 at 18:17

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Don’t forget Diamonds are Forever !!

dietryng > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:19

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no. you mean king cobra form.

PushToStart > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:20

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1970 was the best year, but 71-73 was definitely not better than anything previous.

Steve in Manhattan > DancesWithRotors - Driving Insightfully 01/29/2016 at 18:20

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The Mustang II is an affront to man and God (or whatever gods you do or do not believe in). Sentence? The crusher.

Birddog > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:26

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You are not!

Next to the SVO those are my favorites.

Kat Callahan > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:26

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Very different design language from different eras. I happen to like both.

Tuned-Port-Injected-Rage > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:32

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My personal favorite Mustangs. Dream Mustang is a ‘71 Boss 351.

RallyWrench > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:32

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You know, I used to hate the big-body cars, but I’ve come around. The fastbacks are great.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > PushToStart 01/29/2016 at 18:32

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I personally think 1968 was the best year.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > dietryng 01/29/2016 at 18:33

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Thanks for catching that.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > RallyWrench 01/29/2016 at 18:37

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These are one of a few big-body cars I actually like. I even like the coupe versions as well.

Mike > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:42

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I actually like the ‘71-’73 Mach 1 more than any other Mustang, mostly because it looks very un-Mustang-like.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > Mike 01/29/2016 at 18:44

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That’s an interesting suggestion. How does it look un-Mustang-like?

ttyymmnn > DancesWithRotors - Driving Insightfully 01/29/2016 at 18:45

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It is, but only when Farrah Fawcett is sitting on the hood.

RallyWrench > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:54

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I don’t really care for the Grandes or the vinyl roof, but the coupe can definitely be made to look tough. The Mach 1 or Boss 351 is the one for me though. My first car was very nearly a red ‘72 coupe with a 302. I was willing to look past the fact that I didn’t like the way it looked at the time, because it was a V8 Mustang and that’s all I really cared about. It was $700, but I bought a rusty $600 BMW instead. I’m only now getting back into Fords.

MM54 > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:54

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Nope, I’d be inclined to agree with you.

E92M3 > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:55

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Great news! The cost of Lasik is going down this year.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > E92M3 01/29/2016 at 18:55

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Nein! I like my corrective lenses! (O_O)

Chasaboo > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:57

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I’ll take the Mach 1 for the win.

El Rivinado > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 18:59

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No you're not. I too agree with what you say. Anyone who doesn't like my opinion and thinks it's wrong, well, kiss my ass I don't give a shit.

E92M3 > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 19:01

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Perhaps a new prescription is in order?

dietryng > DancesWithRotors - Driving Insightfully 01/29/2016 at 19:03

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its not that they look bad. they just had no run to them. 150 horse 302? they all got cut up too, for the front suspension. and they look like a pinto.

StoneCold > Steve in Manhattan 01/29/2016 at 19:29

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Strip it of its front suspension. THEN to the crusher!

GenuineAlexReid - The Reidus > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 19:30

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It was in a better car chase, I’ve always loved the Mach 1.

StoneCold > Kat Callahan 01/29/2016 at 19:33

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Both? That’s the ‘69 & ‘70 GT500:

McChiken116 - Patrick H. > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 19:34

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Fuck no, the Mach 1 is the best looking classic mustang.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > E92M3 01/29/2016 at 19:35

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Nah. The doctor said my eyes aren't changing again for some time.

StoneCold > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 19:40

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WITH THEIR POWERS COMBINED, THEY ARE... THE ‘69 AND ‘70 GT500!

John Norris (AngryDrifter) > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 19:41

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The 71 - 73's were just hideous. They had a 1" longer wheelbase but were 12" longer overall. The 64 - 66 had a nice proportion to them.

I’m not big on Fords but wouldn’t mind having a 64 - 66. If I got a free 71 - 73 I’d give it to you and hope it would cure you of that automotive taste issue.

Steve in Manhattan > StoneCold 01/29/2016 at 19:44

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The front suspension is from ... a Pinto? Why save it?

StoneCold > Steve in Manhattan 01/29/2016 at 19:52

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http://www.hotrodplans.com/mustang-ii-fro…

It’s a very easy, economical swap for older Mustangs and hot rods.

Steve is equipped with Electronic Fool Injection > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 19:54

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In high school and the summer after I drove one almost identical to this:

But with Ginger deluxe interior. I loved that thing...

Conan > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 20:04

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No. I’m under orders from my girlfriend to discard my dreams of early to late 60s Mustangs and find an acceptable, manual, black Mach 1. I dunno that I will but her opinion has been made known.

Burn-Spaz1966-Burn > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 20:09

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Size

Steve in Manhattan > StoneCold 01/29/2016 at 21:00

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nice that easily available parts fit ...

John Norris (AngryDrifter) > John Norris (AngryDrifter) 01/29/2016 at 21:31

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Note for posterity: Wifey (of 20 years) had a medium aqua blue 1973 model; something like below.

She despised the color. I see it as it’s only redeeming quality.

wafflesnfalafel > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/29/2016 at 23:01

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68 is better than 67 because of the side flank air scoop styling, but 66 289 GT fastbacks are awfully nice...

Galileo Humpkins (aka MC Clap Yo Handz) > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/30/2016 at 00:38

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This may not make much sense, but to me, comparing the ‘71-’73 to the ‘65-’66 is like comparing apples to oranges. I think because the styling is just so different. I’m with you, I absolutely love the ‘71-’73 Mach 1 more than almost every other Mustang.

There was one pictured in the commemorative book that (back in the day) came with my ‘99 “35th Anniversary” Mustang that was blue w/black accents and good lord I still want that bad boy so much.

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > wafflesnfalafel 01/30/2016 at 01:35

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Oh there's no denying that by any means.

Mike > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/30/2016 at 06:09

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I can’t really place it, but it almost looks European. Reminds me of the Alfa Romeo Montreal, actually, and I adore that car.

Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To > K-Roll-PorscheTamer 01/30/2016 at 14:40

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I agree with you.