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1972 Mustang - Hitting the Brakes!
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The 1972 Mustang changed very little
from the previous year. The big news
for the year was the Olympic Sprint
models that were built to commemorate
the Olympics that year. Note the dual
hood stripes and use of the Mach 1
grill on this hardtop version of the
Sprint.
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1972 would prove to be the most tumultuous, if not disheartening, year in Mustang history to the
date. Not only would the proud 429-ci engine (for which the larger Mustang had been designed) not
appear on the 1972 options list, but the total number of powerplant options would be reduced to a
paltry five. Other changes to the 1972 lineup would be minimal at best, as the higher-ups at Ford
recognized the fact that this was the beginning of the end for the larger pony car.
Several factors beyond Ford’s control were forcing all of the domestic manufacturers to rethink their
definition of the American automobile. The Clean Air Act, passed under the Richard Nixon
administration, was putting heavy pressure on the automakers to clean up their act, mandating a 90
percent decrease in harmful exhaust emissions over a six-year period. This alone was enough to
punch the life out of muscle cars that thrived on free-flowing powertrains. The second problem the
manufacturers faced was the dramatic upswing in gas prices inflicted by an obstinate group of oil
barons from the Middle East known as OPEC (Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries). By
controlling the production and subsequent export of their oil, the consortium was able to raise the
price of a barrel of crude more than tenfold over its original price. By doing so, the oil consortium
virtually single-handedly changed the course of the American automobile from gas-guzzler to petrol
miser.
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In addition to axing the big-block engine, Ford also cut the Boss Mustang program in 1972. The
Mach 1 program continued, but with less fanfare due to restricted engine choices and the fact that
all powerplants in the Ford stable had been demoted in horsepower by burdensome emission
controls. On the bright side, Ford announced that it was able to eliminate more than 85 percent of
hydrocarbon and 70 percent of carbon monoxide emissions for the year — quite a feat in itself.
Of all Mustangs to receive accolades, the 1972 Mustang, ironically, did. In early March of 1972,
Popular Hot Rodding magazine named the Mustang the Car of the Decade, citing the car’s long-
term ability to capture and excite the attention of the automotive-buying public. Such praise,
however, did little good. The results of all the turmoil in the industry can be seen in Mustang sales
figures for the year. Despite the fact that the federal government had lifted the excise tax to help
boost car sales, Mustang sales for the year were 125,093 units, approximately 25,000 fewer than
the previous year’s sales, which were already in a slump. The bright spot for the year? Chevrolet
only sold about 45,000 Camaros, making the Mustang’s sales numbers look awesome in
comparison.
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1972 Mustang at a Glance
Body Styles: Coupe, convertible, and fastback
Construction: Unibody
Engine Options: 250-ci inline six @ 98 hp, 302-ci V-8 @ 140 hp, 351-ci 2V V-8 @ 177 hp, 351-ci 4V
V-8 @ 266 hp (CJ), 351-ci V-8 @ 275 hp
Suspension: Independent w/coil springs and shockson front; semi-elliptic leaf springs w/shocks in
rear
Units Sold: 125,093 total, 75,395 coupes, 6,401 convertibles, 43,297 fastbacks
Retail Price: $2,679 coupe, $2,965 convertible, $2,736 fastback
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Body and Trim
After having made major changes to the Mustang the year before, Ford saw fit to simply tweak the
cosmetics of the 1972 Mustang. In fact, the modifications to the 1972 Mustang were almost
imperceptible compared to yearly updates past. By now, execs at Ford had seen the handwriting on
the wall and were no doubt pouring most of their design efforts into a notably smaller Mustang that
would represent the next generation.
The front grill with corral surround and side spears was carried over from the year before and was
standard on all coupe and convertible models. SportsRoof models all got the racier Mach 1 grill
(with integrated fog lamps) introduced on the 1971 model, and the body-color urethane bumper
was also standard. Coupe and Convertible models could upgrade to the Mach 1 honeycomb grill
with the Exterior Décor Group option. Also included in this package were a lower body panel paint
treatment, body-color hood and fender caps, and hub cap/trim ring wheel styling — all derived from
the Mach 1. The bumper on the rear was chrome, as before.
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The front grill on the ‘72 model was a
direct carryover from the previous year
– a first in Mustang history. The
company had always provided some
type of revision to the grill, even in
years when there wasn’t a restyle.
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The easiest way to tell a 1972 Mustang from its sibling from the previous year is by looking at the
rear deck. A “Mustang” script was placed on the right side panel in place of the “MUSTANG” block
lettering used the year before. On the side flanks, all 1972 Mustangs received chrome rocker panel
and wheel lip moldings, and as before, a “Mustang” script graced the front quarter panels. The
NACA dual-ducted non-functional Ram-Air hood was standard on the Mach 1 but could be ordered
separate with the 351-ci 4-barrel engine option and was a no-cost option on cars with the 302
engine. The functional Ram-Air hood was available for 351-ci 4-barrel engines only. A double-
striped Tu-tone hood option (similar to that on the Sprint) was available for all models without the
dual ram induction.
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This beautiful convertible is optioned to the
nines – including a fully functional 351 Ram-Air
powerplant under the hood – yet it still doesn’t
carry the Mach 1 label.
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The two-tone hood option could be had on all
hoods with the ram-air scoops, whether
non-functional or functional (like the one shown
here). A dual striped hood option, similar to that
on Sprint models, was available on plain hoods.
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Like the front grill, the taillights did not change
in 1972. The same kidney-shaped three-lens
units were simply carried over.
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Twist-open hood locks were part of the Ram-Air
hood option. This style first appeared in 1970,
replacing the cotter-pin type used before.
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Here’s a wider view of the
rear deck lid with the telltale
Mustang script. A rear deck
spoiler, optional on all ‘72
models, has been added.
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Paint options changed to a new alphanumeric code system in 1972. The options (with Ford code
numbers in parentheses) for the 1972 Mustang were as follows: Wimbledon White (9A), Bright Red
(2B), Maroon (2J) Grabber Blue (3A), Light Blue (3B), Bright Blue Metallic (3J), Ivy Glow (4C), Bright
Lime (4E), Medium Lime Metallic (4F), Medium Green Metallic (4P), Dark Green Metallic (4Q), Light
Pewter Metallic (5A), Medium Brown Metallic (5H), Medium Yellow Gold (6C), Medium Bright Yellow
(6E), and Gold Glow (6F).
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Ford Mustang 1964-1/2 - 1973
by Pat Covert
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Designed for the Mustang restorer & model car builder alike, this
book gives vintage Mustang enthusiasts the detailed information
and Illustrations they need to build highly accurate models or
restored full-size cars. The text covers what finishes, materials,
and parts were correct for each year, with information on
variations and options. Full-color photos show detailed views of
the car’s body and trim, chassis and undercarriage, drivetrain and
engine bay, and interior. Straight profile and front and rear views
are printed to scale to allow enthusiasts to accurately place
decals, stripes, and trim pieces. Sidebars cover production
numbers, performance figures, and paint, trim, and interior codes
and colors.
Most vintage Mustangs have been modified heavily over the last
40 years. This book will show you how your Mustang really was
originally, including accurate 1/24-scale photos and extremely
detailed color shots of the interior, suspension, chassis, engine
compartment and other hard-to-find angles! This book will prove
to be an indispensable resource for model builders, enthusiasts,
restorers, & owners.
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Click below to view sample
pages of each chapter.
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Chap. 1 - 1964-1/2 Mustang
Chap. 2 - 1965 Mustang
Chap. 3 - 1966 Mustang
Chap. 4 - 1967 Mustang
Chap. 5 - 1968 Mustang
Chap. 6 - 1969 Mustang
Chap. 7 - 1970 Mustang
Chap. 8 - 1971 Mustang
Chap. 9 - 1972 Mustang
Chap. 10 - 1973 Mustang
Chap. 11 - Modeling
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8-1/2 x 11"
112 pages
Softbound
Item # SP079
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Mustang Restoration Tips & Techniques
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Super '60s Fords
The Inside Story of the Most Powerful Fords Ever Built. This book
covers the entire Ford performance story in the ‘60s -- and not just
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