The Boss 429 Mustang is a high performance Ford Mustang variant that was offered by Ford in 1969 and 1970.
What years did Ford make the Boss Mustang?
| Boss 302 Mustang | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Production | 1969–1970 and 2012–2013 |
| Assembly | Dearborn, Michigan (1969–1970) Flat Rock, Michigan (2012–2013) |
| Designer | Larry Shinoda |
How much is an original Boss 429 worth?
According to Hagerty’s valuation tool, a Boss 429 is worth $200,000 on average. Even in “fair” condition, they can go for over $140,000.
Why is it called Boss 429?
While Kar Kraft was developing the Boss 302 package, they were also working on another package, which would eventually be named the Boss 429. The Boss 429 was produced for one reason, to homologate Ford’s “semi-hemi” NASCAR engine for competition.
How many Boss 429 Boss 429s were made?
Ford built around 857 Boss 429s in 1969 and 500 in 1970 before the option was unceremoniously dumped mid-year, making these cars relatively scarce. Years later, fascination about the car’s howling race-spec engine and low production have made it a rock star among collectors.
How much is a 1969 Mustang Boss 429 Fastback worth?
In present day, these cars are highly sought after. As of 2008, auctions on eBay and at Barrett-Jackson have brought bids of over $375,000. In 2013 a black 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback (unrestored) sold for $417,000 at Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida.
Did Ford ever race the Boss 429 in NASCAR?
(But, of course, Dearborn didn’t race the Mustang in NASCAR, it raced the Fairlane/Torino.) So, the 429 appeared in the stable, not in place of the 428, but alongside it. Ford built around 857 Boss 429s in 1969 and 500 in 1970 before the option was unceremoniously dumped mid-year, making these cars relatively scarce.
How many Boss 429 Cougars were made in 1969?
In 1969 there were 859 Boss 429s made by Ford Motor Company, two of which were Cougars for the Lincoln/Mercury Race Division. There were five different colors available in 1969 (Raven Black, Wimbledon White, Royal Maroon, Candy apple Red, and Black Jade), and the only color for the interior was black.
