You don’t ease into a 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429. You climb in knowing it’s built to deliver. This one, serial #1837, left Kar Kraft on May 20, 1969. It now runs a 598ci Kaase Racing V8 and doesn’t pretend to be stock.
Originally delivered to Phil Long Ford in Colorado Springs, the car was acquired by its current owner in 2023. It’s finished in Black Jade with Boss 429 badging, rear window louvers, and a functional hood scoop. The stance is aggressive, but not exaggerated.
Exterior Setup and Modifications
Magnum 500-style 15″ wheels wear Cooper tires up front and Mickey Thompson drag radials in the rear. A rear anti-roll bar and Calvert Racing springs replace the factory suspension. Braking comes from front discs and rear drums. The look is clean, but the setup is built for traction.
Interior Layout and Equipment
Inside, black vinyl covers high-back bucket seats and a rear bench. Woodgrain trim lines the dash, console, and door panels. An AM/FM radio and heater remain intact. The steering wheel faces a 120-mph speedometer and fuel gauge. A bracket-mounted choke control sits above the pedal. Auto Meter gauges and a tachometer were added for clarity.
Powertrain Specs and Performance
The Kaase-built 598ci V8 uses a Ford Motorsport block and runs a 15:1 compression ratio. A Get’M Garage 1,650-cfm carburetor feeds the engine. Hedman headers and an MSD 7AL ignition box round out the setup. A dyno sheet from 2018 shows 1,062 horsepower.
Power goes to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and a carbon-fiber driveshaft. A McLeod twin-disc clutch handles engagement. The rear axle features 4.11:1 gears, 35-spline axles, and a Traction-Lok differential.
Summary
This 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 doesn’t chase nostalgia. It’s a purpose-built machine with serious upgrades and a clear intent. With 1,062 horsepower and drag radials, it’s not trying to relive the past, it’s rewriting it.
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