1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302
Mustang · Built for SCCA Trans-Am racing homologation. High-revving sm... · Born to race in the Trans-Am — the finest handling Mustang of the classic era
Collectible
Production & Overview
Total Production
1,628
Original MSRP
$3,588
Assembly Plants
Dearborn, MI
Wheelbase
108 inches
Body Styles
SportsRoof Fastback
Curb Weight
3,227 lbs
Available Engines
302 Boss 302ci — V8
High-revving small block with canted valve Cleveland heads. Actual output significantly higher than rated. Rev limit 8,000rpm.
290 hp
Buyer Checklist
⚠ Clone warning: Non-matching engine loses 50%+. Always verify with cowl tag, engine stamp, and registry before purchase.
Order Marti Report — confirms G (Boss 302) engine code
Door tag should show G engine code
Verify 4-speed Toploader — no automatic was available
Inspect SportsRoof fastback body — only body style made
Check floor pans and frame rails for rust
Verify correct Cleveland canted-valve heads on engine
Check for correct Magnum 500 wheels
Inspect front and rear spoilers if equipped
Verify engine date codes predate build date
Road test: Boss 302 revs freely and distinctively
Known Problem Areas
Engine swaps — Cleveland heads sometimes replaced
Floor pan rust
Automatic transmission conversions (negates Boss authenticity)
Spoiler damage
Frame rail rust on northern cars
What Drives Value
↑ Increases Value
Numbers-matching with Marti Report
4-speed correct
Correct colors and spoilers
Documented race history
Low mileage original
↓ Decreases Value
Automatic transmission
Non-matching engine
Frame rust
Non-Boss Mustang converted to Boss appearance
Restoration Overview
Difficulty
Medium
Parts Availability
Good — strong early Mustang market
Driver Quality Cost
$40,000 – $75,000
Show Quality Cost
$85,000 – $160,000
Key Suppliers
National Parts Depot · Dennis Carpenter Ford · Scott Drake
Pop Culture & Legacy
Won the 1969 and 1970 SCCA Trans-Am championships
The definitive handling Mustang of the muscle car era
Consistently ranks as one of the most desirable classic Mustangs
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