Apr 10, 2016 · New for 1979 – the Mustang Pace Car was also available with the 2.3L Turbo four-cylinder using the 4-speed manual transmission. This combination provided 131 hp and 142 ft-lbs of torque. All Pace Cars used a 3.45:1 rear ratio 7.5” differential without trac-loc.

Engine choices for the Pace Car were 2.3 L Turbo 4-cylinder and mandatory four-speed manual transmission, or the 302 ci V8 with either the manual or three-speed automatic transmission. Jackie Stewart piloted the actual Mustang Pace car for the start of the 1979 Indy 500, while Jim Rathmann took over pacing duties during caution periods ...

I have up for sale a all original 79 Indy pace car.. This is a true 21k car!! Completely 100% unmolested! Original 2.3 turbo 4cyl with a 4speed manual.. Runs and drives great! I still have the factory Clip on sunshade for the sunroof and the leather sunroof bag both in excellent condition!

Oct 1, 1978 · 1979 Ford Mustang Turbo Vehicle Type: front engine, rear-wheel-drive, 4-passenger coupe or hatchback. ENGINE TYPE turbocharged 4-in-line, water-cooled, cast-iron block and head, 1x2-bbl...

Top speed in the 5.0L engine could only reach 140 because of its 2V carburetor and single exhaust, and the turbo 4 topped at 137mph.

New for 1979 – the Mustang Pace Car was also available with the 2.3L Turbo four-cylinder using the 4-speed manual transmission. This combination provided 131 hp and 142 ft-lbs of torque. All Pace Cars used a 3.45:1 rear ratio 7.5” differential without trac-loc.

Few would name 1979 as an exciting year for automobiles, but the Mustang was one of a few highlights. There were two “performance” engines available, this 140-horsepower 302 and a new turbocharged 2300 Lima four. I’ve seen pace car replicas with both, but …

Jan 15, 2025 · This 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Cars is one of the more intriguing models ever offered as it came with the option of a turbocharged four-cylinder or the venerable 5.0L V8. Find it here on eBay with bids to $3,600 and no reserve.

This 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car has a 2.3 Liter Turbocharged 4 Cylinder, 4 Speed Manual Transmission, Authentic Mustang Pace Car, Original Pace Car Graphics, Marchal Fog Lights, Recaro Seats w/ Houndstooth Trim, AM/FM/Tape Radio w/ Amplifier, Air Conditioning, Sun Roof, Rear Window Louvers, Dual Remote Mirrors, Power Steering, Power Disc Brakes ...

1979 Mustang Pace car Indy 500. Car has new paint, decals, tires, upholstery, rebuilt engine, 1983 7.5 posi rear end, new shocks, struts, brakes, rack and pinion. Original fog lights