Ford Pinto 2.3L I4 Turbo 1976
General description :
1976 Ford Pinto Turbo Hatchback
2.3L inline, turbocharged, modified four-cylinder engine from a 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
Five-speed manual transmission
Eight-inch rear differential
California/Arizona car
Mostly original Chestnut Metallic exterior with Tan interior
Three-door Runabout model
Auto Meter and Stewart Warner gauges
Mach One style hood scoop
Documentation includes original owners manual
While it looks like a typical Malaise Era subcompact on the outside, this wee Ford has a secret under the hood and possibly one of the best sleeper cars we have had in our inventory for some time. MotoeXotica Classic Cars is tickled to present this 1976 Ford Pinto Turbo Hatchback. Yes, thats right, under the hood is a modified turbocharged 2.3L inline four-cylinder engine transplanted from a 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe. Backing up that boosted motor is the turbo coupe’s five-speed manual transmission and an eight-inch rear differential. This Pinto is very fast and just too much fun, something that Ford should have done from the factory!
Amuse your friends with the power this small, light car generates and surprise fellow drivers who think youll be the last one away from a stop. Ford enthusiasts will find this Pinto the ultimate sleeper car that still even sports it’s unassuming 13″ stock wheels!
Made in February 1976, at Fords San Jose, California assembly plant, this car was shipped to the Los Angeles area. This cars mostly original Medium Chestnut Metallic paint is in good condition with some minor blemishes while the trim is in fair shape. The glass sections are in good shape and crack-free, as are the lights, which are intact and clear. All of the body panels are in good shape, including the Mach One hood scoop, and the cargo area in very good order. The engine bay is reasonably tidy and the battery is in very good shape. The bumpers are decent condition. Car rolls on 155/80R13 radial tires with 13-inch wheels with factory wheel covers.
Inside, the tan recovered seats are in good shape while the matching carpet is in fair condition. The headliner needs some attention, however. The instrument panel is in very good condition with Auto Meter and Stewart Warner gauges to monitor the actions of the turbocharged engine, while the three-spoke aftermarket steering wheel, door panels, mirrors, center console and shift lever are all in good shape. Rounding out the interior is a factory AM/FM stereo.
Competition to this Pinto in 1976 included AMCs Gremlin, Chevrolets Chevette and Mercurys Bobcat. Documentation includes original owners manual.
This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 109,414 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, actual mileage title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
VIN:6R11Z136600
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1976 Ford Pinto 2.3L I4 Turbo is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Fenton (St. Louis) by for $8900.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Pinto Model Version : 2.3L I4 Turbo Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1976 Sub type : Sedan Location : Fenton (St. Louis)
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com