1969 Ford Torino GT Restomod with Mustang V6 and 615 PS!

Recently updated on February 23, 2022 at 11:03 am

Did you know that the first Ford Mustang almost came out under the model name Torino? The then marketing department of the brand with the blue oval used the model name, namely for the late prototypes in the final testing phase. In the end, however, the Mustang prevailed, which due to its importance is also much better the so-called Pony car feeling than a model that was named after a major Italian city. Nonetheless, there was one too Ford Torino. The model, which has been a bit forgotten today, also found its fans, and one of the few examples that survived from the Torino in the USA has now been rebuilt and modified by a Restomod workshop in the USA.

Road cruiser with a sporty look!

The vehicle that is currently on the auction platform Bring a trailer is auctioned, we would like to introduce you to now. The Torino, which is optically and technically in a 1A condition, was in the color Magnetic Gray newly painted, owns one Air scoop, tinted slices as well as a specially made one Mirrors on the driver's side. The passenger side has to do without, which affects the overview somewhat.

One thought for that Backup camera Entry into the classic Ford, as well as one Power Steering and ABS brakes. There are also adjustable ones Suspension shocks at the front and Bilstein dampers at the rear, which ensure sportier cornering behavior. the 18-inch wheels The sporty double-spoke design with a shiny silver finish may look dynamic, but this type of rims is actually designed for modern vehicles. In our opinion, vintage rims are better suited to an oldie. But it doesn't matter. Even one Central locking system with electronic tailgate unlocking was installed to increase the practicality.

Only the missing exterior mirror on the passenger side, which we have already mentioned, gives us a bit of headache, because the missing component certainly poses a certain safety risk. However, we believe that the Torino will also find its fans with just one mirror, and in Europe should get encouragement at every US car meeting.

Modernized interior with comfort features!

As soon as you open the doors, you notice that a lot of effort has been made to bring the vehicle into the modern age. Heated, leather-covered Seats, a tailor-made Center console as well as a modern one Automatic selector lever, testify to the extensive restoration and modification. A Keyless entry system, a Automatic climate control, the possibility, inductive Charging his cell phone is a big one JVC touch screen for the infotainment system as well as Alpine amplifiers and kicker subwoofers are among the high-tech features that were given to the classic.

3,7 liter V6 from a Mustang

Large volume V8s are commonly used for restomod projects, but this vehicle is an exception. A relatively small one 3,7 liter V6, which runs on gasoline, and has two turbos 615 hp and 653 Newton meters of maximum torque was lifted, does its job in the splendid specimen. The power transmission takes place via a modern Six-speed automatic on the rear wheels. A Trac locomotive locking differential from Ford Motorsports should ensure that the irrepressible power does not go up in smoke. The driving performance should therefore be at a high level.

Our conclusion on the Ford Torino:

A cool project that causes a sensation far away from mainstream restomods. It would be perfect with two exterior mirrors, but that should be the smallest problem. If you liked the Ford Torino, you are welcome to click on the picture gallery that was attached to the article. If we get more information about the changes, there will of course be an update for this report. You will be informed of this if you simply do ours Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

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1969 Ford Torino GT Restomod with Mustang V6 and 615 PS!
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