1971 Ford Torino GT

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Eager to capitalize on all segments of the exploding muscle car market of the late 1960s, Ford introduced the intermediate Fairlane to bridge the gap between the entry-level Falcon and full-size Galaxie in 1968. Initially an upscale variation of the Fairlane in 1968-69, the Torino became the primary intermediate model in 1970, dropping the Fairlane name entirely in 1971. 

The Torino — named after the Italian city of Turin and featuring a longer, lower, Coke bottle shape — could be had in sedan, coupe, convertible, and station wagon body styles, with the high-performance Torino GT and Tornio Cobra earning the focus of collectors. The GT, offered as a two-door SportsRoof and a Convertible in '71, could be optioned with the Cobra’s standard four-barrel 351 cu-in V8 rated at 285 horsepower. As the second-highest trim level available, the GT received new front and rear facia, color-keyed racing mirrors, GT badging, a hood scoop, hub caps, chrome trim, and a fully redesigned interior.  

Torino GTs are sought after today as stylish and uncommon alternatives to the era’s icons, delivering impressive performance and refinement. 

Highlights 

• 1971 Ford Torino GT SportsRoof from the comprehensively restyled second generation (1970-71) 

• Powered by optional 351 cu-in, four-barrel Cleveland V8 rated at 285 horsepower and 370 lb-ft of torque 

• 750 CFM Brawler Street mechanical secondary carburetor 

• 3:73:1 gears 

• 3-inch dual exhaust 

• C6 three-speed automatic transmission 

• Finished in Pewter metallic paint over original tan vinyl interior 

• Black and chrome American Racing wheels: 17 inches front, 20 inches rear 

• BFGoodrich G-Force Sport tires: 275/40ZR17 front, 275/40ZR20 rear 

• Upgrades (all OEM parts) include: 

  • New dashboard (2023) 

  • Fresh paint (2023) 

  • New tires (2019) 

  • New master cylinder (2017) 

  • Tachometer repaired (2017) 

  • Fan shroud repaired (2017) 

  • New brake pressure differential valve (2017) 

  • New chrome exhaust tips (2016) 

  • New headers and gaskets (2015) 

  • New weather stripping (2015) 

  • Body work rust repair and wheel well repair (2014) 

  • Bumpers re-chromed (2014) 

  • New ignition control module (2014) 

  • New heater core and hoses (2014) 

  • New headliner (2014) 

  • Leaf springs in rear (2013) 

  • New water pump (2013) 

• The chassis number (1A35H273415) decodes as: 

  • 1 – 1971 model year 

  • A – Atlanta assembly plant 

  • 35 – Two-door SportsRoof hardtop (Torino GT) 

  • H – 351 cu-in V8 

  • 273415 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Rear-wheel-drive, two-door hardtop 

• Hood scoop 

• Quad headlights 

• Honeycomb taillights 

• Power front disc brakes 

• Rear drum brakes 

• KYB Gas-A-Just shocks 

• Power steering 

• Two-spoke steering wheel 

• Original dash instrumentation: 

  • 120 mph speedometer and odometer  

  • Tachometer  

  • Coolant temperature  

  • Fuel level  

• Under-dash AutoMeter instrumentation: 

  • Water temperature 

  •  Oil pressure 

  • Tachometer 

• Original Philco AM pushbutton radio 

• Heater 

• Defroster 

• Ash tray in back of driver’s seat 

• Wheelbase: 117 inches 

• Length: 206.2 inches 

• Width: 76.8 inches 

• Height: 52.7 inches 

• Weight: 3,150 pounds 

Known Imperfections 

• This 1971 Ford Torino GT is presented in fine restored condition with no known imperfections at the time of cataloging  

Included 

• Original wheels 

• Original headers 

• Plaid plastic trunk liner 

Ownership History 

The owner of this 1971 Ford Torino GT bought the car in 2013. After work was completed, he gave the car to his son, who returned it in October 2023. 

Additional Notes  

This 1971 Ford Torino GT was offered on Hagerty Auctions December 2024. You can view the previous listing here. The winning bidder failed to follow through on their commitment to purchase the vehicle. This was not due to any faults of the vehicle or the seller.

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com