You need this: The Ford Maverick before it became a truck

David S.
By David S. Wallens
Sep 25, 2023 | Ford, Cars For Sale, Ford Maverick, Maverick

Photography Courtesy Survivor Classic Car Services, LLC

In a sea of early Camaros and Firebirds, why not stand out with this 1976 Ford Maverick? It’s green over green and wearing with the ever-classic, five-spoke mags.

While not fitted with the Grabber package, it does feature both the interior and exterior Decor Groups.

Asking price is $18,995, so only a grand more than a new Mitsubishi Mirage G4.

The big question: Leave the stock inline-six and automatic box or swap in something a bit more energetic?

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David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
9/25/23 12:16 p.m.

I used to see a Maverick race at Bridgehampton with EMRA back in the day: dark green with Torq Thrust wheels.

I seem to remember it going up on its side at one point. 

Wonder if I have any photos of it?

ZOO (Forum Supporter)
ZOO (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand UltraDork
9/25/23 12:27 p.m.

That one seems to have an earlier rear bumper? 

The two doors, with the small bumpers, are really handsome cars. 

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
9/25/23 12:29 p.m.

In reply to ZOO (Forum Supporter) :

I’d agree. It’s an attractive car, especially with those stripes and wheels. 

ZOO (Forum Supporter)
ZOO (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand UltraDork
9/25/23 1:10 p.m.
David S. Wallens said:

In reply to ZOO (Forum Supporter) :

I’d agree. It’s an attractive car, especially with those stripes and wheels. 

Also there is probably nothing more '70s than an Avocado interior.

Tom_Spangler (Forum Supporter)
Tom_Spangler (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand UltimaDork
9/25/23 1:18 p.m.

I swear, every single Ford made in the 70s had that steering wheel.

1988RedT2
1988RedT2 MegaDork
9/25/23 1:29 p.m.

Six cylinder auto?  Surely they made some with a 4-speed and the 302!

Ian F (Forum Supporter)
Ian F (Forum Supporter) MegaDork
9/25/23 1:33 p.m.
Tom_Spangler (Forum Supporter) said:

I swear, every single Ford made in the 70s had that steering wheel.

And beyond... not much different than the steering wheel that was in my 1990 E-150.

I had a 1971 Mercury Comet as my first car, so I always look at these with a bit of nostalgia... although not enough to buy one again.

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
9/25/23 1:33 p.m.
ZOO (Forum Supporter) said:
David S. Wallens said:

In reply to ZOO (Forum Supporter) :

I’d agree. It’s an attractive car, especially with those stripes and wheels. 

Also there is probably nothing more '70s than an Avocado interior.

Oh, totally. 

Gearheadotaku (Forum Supporter)
Gearheadotaku (Forum Supporter) GRM+ Memberand UltimaDork
9/25/23 1:39 p.m.

Thats way too perfect under the hood to modify. 

Paul_VR6 (Forum Supporter)
Paul_VR6 (Forum Supporter) UltraDork
9/25/23 1:51 p.m.
Gearheadotaku (Forum Supporter) said:

Thats way too perfect under the hood to modify. 

Well that's quite the challenge to this group, isn't it?

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