RM Sotheby's Amelia Island (2017)

1969 Tasca-Ford Mustang Boss 302 Trans Am "Metuchen Special"

RM Sotheby's Monterey (2016)

1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Trans Am

Ford Mustang Boss 302 Trans-Am Race Car

Ford

Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the world&#39;s largest automotive producers, and has been behind many notable innovations such as the production line. Early offerings such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Model T</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-a/">Model A</a> helped establish Ford as one of the world&#39;s foremost car makers, while models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/">Mustang</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/bronco/">Bronco</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/thunderbird/">Thunderbird</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/">F-Series</a> have become icons in their own right. Since its early days, Ford has always placed an emphasis on motorsport, having participated in a wide range of disciplines such as <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/nascar/">NASCAR</a>, the World Rally Championship, the World Endurance Championship, and Formula 1. This pursuit of motorsport and performance has lead to the development of some truly special road cars, most notably the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/gt/gt40/">GT40</a> and the revered <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/shelby-mustang/">Shelby Mustang</a>. Some of Ford&#39;s international subsidiaries have also produced some special models, such as the wonderfully mad <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/rs200/">RS200</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/escort-europe/rs-cosworth/">Escort RS Cosworth</a>.

Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the…

Mustang Boss 302 Trans-Am Race Car

Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang is a series of cars introduced in 1964. Although Ford introduced the Mustang in early 1964, resulting in an unofficial 1964 1/2 model year, the first official model year for the Mustang was 1965. The Mustang is one of the world&#39;s most well known automotive models, and is credited for launching the &#39;pony car&#39; segment and forcing competitors to launch their own equivalent models. Since its introduction, the Mustang has been in continuous production, and has been available as a coupe, convertible, hatchback, and fastback. A wide range of notable performance variants have been built using the Mustang, including the famous <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-302/">Boss 302</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-429/">Boss 429</a>, GT, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/mach-1/">Mach 1</a> variants. The most well known performance Mustangs are the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/shelby-mustang/">Shelby Mustangs</a>, these high performance machines were finished by <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/shelby/">Shelby American</a>, and are among the most sought after collector cars. Ford has produced the Mustang in six generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1964-1973)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1974-1978)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1979-1993)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1994-2004)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/5th-gen/">5th Gen (2005-2014)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/6th-gen/">6th Gen (2015-)</a>.

The Ford Mustang is a series of cars introduced in 1964. Although Ford introduced the Mustang in early 1964, resulting in an unofficial…

Mustang

Ford Mustang - 1st Gen

The first generation of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/">Ford Mustang</a> was introduced in 1964. Due to the Mustang&#39;s early release in 1964, there is an unofficial 1964 1/2 version, although officially the first Mustangs were 1965 models. The first generation Mustang is one of the automotive world&#39;s most well known and important models, helping to launch a new segment (pony car), and creating a range of iconic variants such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-302/">Boss 302</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-429/">Boss 429</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/mach-1/">Mach 1</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-351/">Boss 351</a>, as well as the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/shelby-mustang/">Shelby Mustang</a>. First generation cars were offered as rear wheel drive convertibles, fastbacks, or hardtops, and were available with a wide range of inline six and V8 engines. This initial generation of Mustang saw regular styling and mechanical updates every two years, until it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Ford Mustang</a>.

The first generation of Ford Mustang was introduced in 1964. Due to the Mustang's early release in 1964, there is an unofficial 1964 1/2…

Mustang - 1st Gen

1st Gen

The <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-302/">Ford Mustang Boss 302</a> was created in order for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/">Ford Mustang</a> to be able to compete in SCCA Trans-Am racing. As the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/camaro/">Chevrolet Camaro</a> had become a potent challenger for the Mustang in a range of motorsports, Ford created the Boss 302 and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-429/">Boss 429</a>. in order to use their new engines in competition. The Boss 302 featured a 302 cubic inch V8 engine that complied with Trans-Am regulations, and gave the company a stronger entry in the series.

The Ford Mustang Boss 302 was created in order for the Ford Mustang to be able to compete in SCCA Trans-Am racing. As the Chevrolet Camaro…

Ford Mustang Boss 302

The Boss 302 was a performance variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/">First Generation Ford Mustang</a>. In response to the growing racing competition offered by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/camaro/">Chevrolet Camaro</a>, Ford decided to create two new performance focused Mustang variants in order to regain the company&#39;s foothold in North American motorsports. These variants were the Boss 302, which was aimed at SCCA Trans-Am racing (and spawned the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-302-trans-am-race-car/">Boss 302 Trans-Am Race Car</a>), and the more powerful <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-429/">Boss 429</a>, which was aimed at NASCAR racing. The Boss 302 was introduced for the 1969 model year, and was only offered on the fastback body style. These cars featured a 302 cubic inch V8 engine (5.0L) engine that was created to comply with Trans-Am regulations, as well as a four speed manual that was the only transmission option. As well as upgrades to the drivetrain and engine, the Boss 302 featured front and rear aerodynamic improvements which included a rear spoiler. A total of 8,642 Boss 302 Mustangs were built for the 1969 and 1970 model years before the model was discontinued. Ford would later revive the name for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/5th-gen/">Fifth Generation Ford Mustang</a>.

The Boss 302 was a performance variant of the First Generation Ford Mustang. In response to the growing racing competition offered by the…

Mustang Boss 302

Boss 302

Ford Mustang Boss 429

The Boss 429 was a high performance variant available for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/">First Generation Ford Mustang</a>. The Boss 429 was introduced for the 1969 model year alongside its smaller brother, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-302/">Boss 302</a>. These two performance variants were created in order for Ford to introduce two new engines for their motorsports endeavors. The Boss 429 was fitted with a 429 cubic inch (7.0L) V8 engine designed for use in NASCAR, while the Boss 302 was created for Trans-Am racing. These cars were built by Kar Kraft, which was a Ford exclusive tuner and builder who had developed the Le Mans winning <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/gt/gt40/">GT40s</a>. A total of 1,359 examples of the Boss 429 were built before production ended in 1970. The Boss 429 combines rarity with one of the most revered American engines, making it a highly sought after collector car.

The Boss 429 was a high performance variant available for the First Generation Ford Mustang. The Boss 429 was introduced for the 1969 model…

Mustang Boss 429

Boss 429

Boss 302 Trans-Am Race Car

Ford Mustang Mach 1 - 1st Gen

The Mustang Mach 1 was a performance focused version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/">First Generation Ford Mustang</a>. The Mach 1 was first introduced as an optional performance package that debuted for the 1969 model year. This performance package was only available on the fastback body style and included a standard 351 cubic inch (5.8L) V8 engine and standard three speed manual transmission. More powerful V8 units, including the 428 Cobra Jet, were also offered, as well as a four speed manual and three speed automatic. In 1971, the Mustang had a mid cycle facelift and received new V8 engine options, among which was the updated 429 Super Cobra Jet. Production of the First Generation Mustang Mach 1 lasted until 1973.

The Mustang Mach 1 was a performance focused version of the First Generation Ford Mustang. The Mach 1 was first introduced as an optional…

Mustang Mach 1 - 1st Gen

Mach 1

Ford Mustang Boss 351

The Boss 351 was a high performance variant of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/">First Generation Ford Mustang</a>. The Boss 351 was named for its 351 cubic inch (5.8L) V8 engine, and was introduced for the 1971 model year. These performance cars featured a four speed manual transmission as well as front disc brakes and improved suspension. Ford only offered the Boss 351 Mustang for the 1971 model year, with a total of 1,806 examples produced.

The Boss 351 was a high performance variant of the First Generation Ford Mustang. The Boss 351 was named for its 351 cubic inch (5.8L) V8…

Mustang Boss 351

Boss 351

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The <a href="MKT:14860" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-302/">Ford Mustang Boss 302</a> was created in order for the <a href="MKT:326" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/">Ford Mustang</a> to be able to compete in SCCA Trans-Am racing. As the <a href="MKT:335" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/chevrolet/camaro/">Chevrolet Camaro</a> had become a potent challenger for the Mustang in a range of motorsports, Ford created the Boss 302 and <a href="MKT:14895" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/1st-gen/boss-429/">Boss 429</a>. in order to use their new engines in competition. The Boss 302 featured a 302 cubic inch V8 engine that complied with Trans-Am regulations, and gave the company a stronger entry in the series.

	Vehicle	Price	Date
	1969 Tasca-Ford Mustang Boss 302 Trans Am "Metuchen Special"RM Sotheby's Amelia Island (2017) Lot #242	NOT SOLD	Mar 11, 2017 4 years ago
	1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Trans Am RM Sotheby's Monterey (2016) Lot #138	NOT SOLD	Aug 20, 2016 5 years ago

1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Trans-Am Race Car

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