Prototype Majesty - In the high-octane world of late-1960s American muscle cars, Ford quietly crafted a vehicle that pushed the boundaries of design and performance: the 1970 Ford Mustang Quarter Horse. Unlike standard Mustangs, this prototype was an ambitious experiment to combine the best features of Ford’s high-performance lineup into a single machine, capturing the spirit of innovation that defined the era.
The 1970 Ford Mustang Quarter Horse was an ambitious experiment to combine the best features of Ford’s high-performance lineup into a single machine, capturing the spirit of innovation that defined the era. (Picture from: MacsMotorCityGarage)
Built on the Boss 429 Mustang chassis, the Quarter Horse fused strength with creativity. Its Shelby-inspired fiberglass front end gave it aggressive styling, while a Mercury Cougar dashboard added a refined, driver-focused interior.
The 1970 Ford Mustang Quarter Horse housed the formidable 429 Super Cobra Jet engine under its hood, delivering the kind of raw muscle that defined Ford’s high-performance ambitions of the era. (Picture from: DiarioMotor)
These unique touches earned it the “Composite Mustang” nickname, reflecting the hybrid nature of its design and the experimental mindset behind its creation. Visually, the car was striking yet understated. One prototype gleamed in Grabber Blue, while the other sported Candyapple Red, each enhanced with subtle stylistic details that distinguished them from production Mustangs.
The 1970
Ford Mustang Quarter Horse appeared in Grabber Blue was one of two car
ever made with subtle stylistic details that distinguished them from
production Mustangs.(Picture from: DiarioMotor)
Its sculpted stance, bold grille, and muscular lines signaled raw power without relying on flashy theatrics, blending performance cues with timeless Mustang aesthetics. Under the hood, the 429 Super Cobra Jet engine delivered serious muscle. The red Quarter Horseunderwent performance testing, running high-13-second quarter-mile times at over 100 mph.
The 1970 Ford Mustang Quarter Horse in Candyapple Red was one of two car ever made, sculpted stance, bold grille, and muscular lines signaled raw power without relying on flashy theatrics, blending performance cues with timeless Mustang aesthetics. (Picture from: DiarioMotor)
This confirmed that Ford’s prototype could rival the era’s top muscle cars, proving that its composite design was more than a visual experiment—it was a performance-ready powerhouse. Kar Kraft, Ford’s performance contractor, played a crucial role in bringing these prototypes to life.
The 1970 Ford Mustang Quarter Horse featured a Mercury Cougar dashboard that enhanced its refined, driver-focused interior, a distinctive detail that earned it the ‘Composite Mustang’ nickname and underscored the experimental, hybrid nature of its design. (Picture from: DiarioMotor)
Tasked with assemblinglimited-run high-performance Mustangs, Kar Kraft ensured the Quarter Horsewas fully functional, exploring possibilities fora potential Shelby and Boss 429 replacement. The project showcased Ford’s innovative approach, balancing market demands with engineering daring. Although never mass-produced, both Quarter Horse prototypes survived and remain prized by collectors. | l66bj4BlXqE |
They stand as a testament to an era of creativity in American muscle car history, combining daring design, historical relevance, and formidable performance. Today, the 1970 Mustang Quarter Horse continues to inspire enthusiasts, embodying the experimental spirit that defined Ford’s golden age of muscle. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | JALOPYJOURNAL | MOTORTREND | MACSMOTORCITYGARAGE | DIARIOMOTOR | BLUE OVAL MUSCLE CARS & COLLECTIBLES IN FACEBOOK ]
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They stand as a testament to an era of creativity in American muscle car history, combining daring design, historical relevance, and formidable performance. Today, the 1970 Mustang Quarter Horse continues to inspire enthusiasts, embodying the experimental spirit that defined Ford’s golden age of muscle. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | JALOPYJOURNAL | MOTORTREND | MACSMOTORCITYGARAGE | DIARIOMOTOR | BLUE OVAL MUSCLE CARS & COLLECTIBLES IN FACEBOOK ]
