Sleeper, Documented "N" Code 429 Torino GT

[Draginwagon]

Buildsheets document this "N" Code 429 Thunderjet Torino GT. Restored many years ago but still in beautiful condition. Toploader 4-speed, Dual Exhaust, Power Steering, Manual Disc Brakes, Open Rear end. Finished in Pastel Blue with Blue Lazer Stripes, a Rare Hide-A-Way headlamp car. Everything works as it should. Detailed underhood and trunk. Inspected and Deemed absolutely numbers matching and correct by Mr. Bill Shenk the designer of the 70-71 Torinos. Trunklid signed by Mr Shenk and it is one of 17 Cars inducted into the "Shenk Signature Series Group".
Fast, and fun with it's GT Hubcaps and whitewall tires, in Pastel Blue, it Blows them away at stoplights when it "Blows Them Away!" Call or E-Mail for More info and Photos. This very car has been featured in a National Muscle Car Magazine. Asking $24,900.- or visit http://www.kuhnsklassics.com

[mockingbird812]

What's a "Thunderjet"?

Thanks,

[dday1]

Unable to open picture. I know of a guy in my hometown that has one of these, 429 Torino. How can I tell for sure it is a real 429 car? Thanks

[Stefano]

The Vin will provide engine and a Kevin Marti report will provide factory options as well as other pertinent info.

[John Brown]

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What's a "Thunderjet"?

Thanks,

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Thunderjet is the lo-po 429 like Ford used in 69 Thunderbirds.

[BUIZILLA]

John is correct... my dad had a 429 Thunderjet in a 1970 Mercury wagon...

JH

[mockingbird812]

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What's a "Thunderjet"?

Thanks,

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Thunderjet is the lo-po 429 like Ford used in 69 Thunderbirds.

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Thanks, never heard that before. Is it an official or slang reference? What are the HP/Ft Lbs specs for that motor?

[71-LS6]

Sam, I think the "N" code 429's were rated at 360 HP,and the "J" codes (cobra jets) were rated at 370 hp.

[mockingbird812]

Thanks! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

[427rcode]

steve
i see you have a 70 hemi challanger
it is a 4 speed?
what do you think is a good price for this car
thanks

[71-LS6]

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steve
i see you have a 70 hemi challanger
it is a 4 speed?
what do you think is a good price for this car
thanks

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The Torino or the challenger?

[427rcode]

the challanger

[71-LS6]

I actually have 2 hemi Challenger clones. The first one is a very correct 4spd car. A guy offered me 60K for it at the mopar nats 2 years ago, I declined and he upped the offer to 75. I'm not sure if they are still worth that, or not. Hope that helps

[Draginwagon]

Hi,
Sorry I didn't get any of these massages so I didn't know there were any questions. However, it seems the answer was correct. Thunderjet was the official Ford Name for the 360 horsepower, and 370 for the Cobrajet or CJ. The "N" code refers to the N in the vin number designating this car as an original 429 Thunderjet. Lot's of 429's out there that started life as a 302 or 351. As you know, the value in any car is correct and documented.
Als' Marti reports are good, but this car was inspected and verified by Mr Bill Shenk, he designed the 70 and 71 Torino for Ford. The Actual build sheets as well as copies are decoded in his handwritting. He also created a Club for owners of 70-71 Torinos and the car has to be verified by Mr Shenk as Correct and Authentic before it can be inducted. This is one of 17 cars that have been honored this way.
In Ford's the Letter designation in the VIN number is everything. That letter deems the car to be a real 429. This car has it's original engine tranny, rear end etc. . .
Thanks
Rich,. . .

[Draginwagon]

If anyone wants more Pic's of the Torino e-mail me at [email protected] and I will gladly send them out.
You can also see our other cars there past and present.
Thanks
Rich. . .

[mmcporter]

It's tough--the Torinos appear to be the "Rodney Dangerfield" of musclecars. I was watching that show on TLC last night, "Wrecks to Riches", and they did a buildup of an original Torino that didn't sell at the auction. Despite being a gorgeous buildup, the bidding stalled at $32K+. In fact, I learned watching that show that "no reserve" doesn't necessarily guarantee that the car will be sold. It guarantees that the auction house will receive their fee.

[Draginwagon]

yeah,
It's a shame most people don't realize especially at Barret Jackson Auction you as the seller have the right to Bid on your own car if it is not hitting the price you want. You do have to pay the Fees but at least you don't have to take a bath. That's how they have a completely No Reserve auction and a 100% sell through.
Many cars that cross the block are seen later on in the second chance area for much less than the final Bid.
At $25K though the Torino GT 429 is a steal. Can only go up.

[Draginwagon]

The 429 Thunderjet was rated (underated) at 360hp, The CJ or Cobrajet was rated at 370hp. Same Torque for both.

[Draginwagon]

This
1970 Torino GT was awarded
"Best Closed Muscle Car"
Fairfield County Concours D'Elegance
Westport, CT
All Books and Paper, including Original Buildsheets, decoded by Mr Bill Shenk (the designer or the 70-71 Torino for FORD)
also, he's right, Thunderjet 360hp, and Cobrajet 370hp, Torque is the same. Fast is Fast.
Thank You.
Sunday Sept 24, 2006