THE 1977

MUSTANG 2
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Number produced:
49,161

Base Price:
$3,877

Available Engines:
140cid 2.3L 2V 4-cyl 92 hp Y Code
 171cid 2.8L 2V V-6 103 hp Z Code
 302cid 5.0L 2V V-8 134 hp

Available Factory Colors:
Black
Bright Aqua Glow
Bright Red
Bright Saddle Metallic
Bright Yellow
Cream
Dark Brown Metallic Golden Glow
Light Aqua Metallic
Medium Emerald Glow
Orange
Polar White
Tan

Additional Info & Reveiws:

Some cosmetic changes were added to Mustang II in 1977 to make the car look more sporty. One of those changes was the addition of new bright colors. A T-roof was available, which allowed two pieces of the roof to be removed for a more open feel, since convertibles were still banned by the government. The same 1976 engines were available in 1977, but with a six-horsepower decrease from the 1976 302.
The grille on 1977 Mach 1s was changed to featured more pronounced horizontal bars, and a front spoiler was added under the bumper. The Mach also got new four-way adjustable front seats.
The Cobra II continued in 1977, but with few changes from 1976.
-TheMustangSource.com

Many collectors consider the Mustang II the worst Mustang ever made, but the reality is that this car became one of Ford's most important models during a very difficult time. The original concept for the Mustang II was to be a second Mustang version, designed to compete with imports. In the late '60s, as sales of the larger Mustang fell, Ford's then president Lee Iacocca realize the Mustang had to go back to its basics. He envisions a little jewel of a car, available with nearly every option, designed to compete with the best from Europe. The Mustang II was smaller than the original 1964, shared many components with the Ford Pinto, and was the first Mustang to be equipped with an 88 horsepower four-cylinder engine. Even the larger and more powerful V-6 performed very poor with a 14 second 0 to 60 time and a top speed of about 100 miles an hour. The timing for this small, sporty, somewhat fuel-efficient car was spectacular however, being released during the 1974 energy crisis. Sales soared to over 400,000 units during its first year of production. In future years, sales would remain healthy at about 190,000 units.
In 1975 Ford reintroduced the 302 cubic inch small block eight to the Mustang II but with only 122 horsepower, performance was still relatively poor. Ford did several things to make the Mustang II at least looks sporty including the introduction of a Cobra II in 1976 for $312, as well as rally equipment packages and other sporting options, but over all poor performance and boxy styling makes this series the least collectible. Another sad fact about this car is that this is the only Mustang series which did not include a convertible model. One good thing this car did however was to keep the brand alive, for the future of the Mustang from this point forward would only be getting better!
-Lifestyle Network

The 1977 Mustang Series may have been a fallout for Ford Motors, But remained inexpensive in price, mileage & maitence. Ford finally produced a vehicle with a Stallion emblem that the kids could afford. Cobra package or not, it was deemed as one of the "funnest" cars to drive at the time. Available with the 302 small block and base 4 speed stick it gave the driver something he's always wanted. Near complete control over a vehicle due to the low output 122hp engine but with enough power to enjoy a half decent 0-60 time and fine handling due to the lightweight nature of the car. However due to lower than projected production numbers of the car in comparison to models completed prior to 1974 and after 1979 the base Mustang 2 series years ranging from 1975 to 1978 have become one of Fords rare catches to this day due to unpopularity within the publics need for speed. So peg it as a Pinto if you must, but before you race a 74-78 Mustang for pink slips be careful. It was hosting a small block 302 with plenty of space for expansion for today's components under the hood during fords dark days in the 70's. The 74-78 Mustangs are simply Pintos on steroids.

-Musclecars.net

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