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deniscdeniscCaretaker of 8MA1244 '70 Euro Mangusta DRIVE THEM, THEY WERE MEANT TO BE DRIVEN, IF YOU WANT TO LOOK AT ONE, BUY A POSTER!
Phil, The early cars had 289 because that's what Ford had and the later cars had 302...

Now that doesn't mean this particular car doesn't have that combo. Steve (Mangusta) has a Boss 302 in his. You can bolt in just about any Ford part. Looks like you have a 2bbl carb and aftermarket valve covers on yours.



Denis
V Vereeken (Guest)
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Originally posted by 7260:
Michel, years 1967 to 1970, 401 Mangustas were built. Chuck


401 Mangusta's and still they manage to end up with someone who does not give a toss. Thanks for the info Chuck.
It is weird. I am sure that back in the eighties this guy must have known that this is a rare exotic. I can understand that you let it sit in a garage and not restore it because you do not have the skills or means but letting it rot....

Michel
4nford4nford"Live wrong and Perspire"
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Originally posted by Mark Charlton:
The Euro Mangustas had a hotted up 289 but some Euro cars and almost (if not) all American market cars were shipped with a pretty basic Ford 302 V8. Not much for pep which is a good thing since the Goose isn't really known for being a driver-friendly car.

I remember reading an interview with a well-known Goose owner who, when asked what the car's best feature was responded (and this is from enhanced memory, not literally what he said): "I'd have to say the most enjoyable aspect of Mangusta ownership is sitting in a comfortable chair with a fine cigar, a glass of good scotch and just looking at it". It's all I do with mine at the moment (well, except the cigars and scotch...).

Mark


In an early Motor Trend or Car and Driver article, the author wrote "there are many other cars that I would rather drive but none that I'd rather be seen in"

I found this to be so true. In my opinion, it was one of the most uncomfortable cars that I have ever driven but it turned heads more than any car that I have ever owned. I spent many an hour cleaning and admiring it which make up my fonder memories of owning that car!
B baberz02 (Guest)
As i said before i'm not a mangusta/ford guy so is it possible that this car came with a 289 w/302 heads?? Also the guy i got the car from worked on wall street in the early 80s and something happen to him between his job and his wife leaving him. I really think he just does not want to remember that time in his life.. he did say he feel into a major depression. So i didn't press him on that part of his life! but he seems to be willing to tell me anything about the car that he knows. He does know alot about these cars (i don't) something about ghia and sombody fighting with ford or something (sorry i just don't know)..anyway what should i be asking about?? I hope it OK that I post my 440 dart here, that was NO easy fit my friend!!

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B baberz02 (Guest)
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Originally posted by red86dd:
it's a great story and we are all enjoying watching you live it Smiler

take that motor put it in the rusted Goose and make yourself the ultimate 'rat rod'!! They are popular here! NO ONE has seen a goose ratrod!!!!!!!!


.....I was thinking the same thing!! not about the 440, but just taking the mangusta body off and throwing some kinda floors and just messing with it. I know i can get it running and rat rods are so big around here now. Plus i do have a guy that does his only metal work...Now running i can do , that trans axle might be a bit much. ..But the wife is warming up to this PROJECT thanks to this great forum and you guys..come on give my some thoughts..junk it, part it, play with it, rod it, donate it....ever see that show Chasing Classic Cars?..or maybe PIMP MY RIDE (or not)LOL
just a thought Smiler
cuveecuveeMember
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Originally posted by baberz02:
quote:
Originally posted by red86dd:
it's a great story and we are all enjoying watching you live it Smiler

take that motor put it in the rusted Goose and make yourself the ultimate 'rat rod'!! They are popular here! NO ONE has seen a goose ratrod!!!!!!!!


.....I was thinking the same thing!! not about the 440, but just taking the mangusta body off and throwing some kinda floors and just messing with it. I know i can get it running and rat rods are so big around here now. Plus i do have a guy that does his only metal work...Now running i can do , that trans axle might be a bit much. ..But the wife is warming up to this PROJECT thanks to this great forum and you guys..come on give my some thoughts..junk it, part it, play with it, rod it, donate it....ever see that show Chasing Classic Cars?..or maybe PIMP MY RIDE (or not)LOL
just a thought Smiler


Sell it to the other guy who wanted it, make a quick $500! Give the little woman a $100 for shopping and you come out a hero! Baw ha ha ha
T tazMember
Hi Baberz

I would definately be interested in the 2no rear quater light bezels ( Chrome trims around the rear deck lids small side window ) and the 2no head light surrounds/bezels if they are in reworkable condition ? Just a thought...

Kind regards Taz UK...00447770613987...8MA 1294 RHD currently being Johnny Woodanised
T tazMember
Hi Baberz

2no means the quantity in the UK ...sorry...what I mean is both of the headlight bezels/surrounds..oblongish shapes with 2 holes for the headlights to poke through...they are screwed in through the face from memory

Then its the one on each side of the gull wings of the triangulish shaped chrome trims that go round the small back side windows...you can only see 1 in the photos so dont know if the other one is missing or on the floor ?...let me know if you have them and there condition and I will make you a proper offer for them and can paypal or bacs the money straight away

Kind regards to all you fellow Gooose Owners...Taz
B baberz02 (Guest)
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Originally posted by duz185:
I agree with Mark. Put it on eBay. It worked for me last year with a project Pantera I was selling. There is a huge demand for these in Europe. As soon as the listing was up I was getting calls from all over Europe asking what my lowest price was. Finally on the fourth day a gentleman from Germany offered what I was asking so I pulled the listing. He took care of all the shipping arrangements and costs.

I can give you some help with eBay if you like.

PM me.

-William
....OK ..this car is in BAD shape underside is gone, i still have not moved it home..what i would like to know is where to list parts for sale on this site? for now i have the pass. side little window thats goes in the gullwing area..here's some numbers/letters on it Visaterm dgm 5968 vt plate as2 vis m18..should i try e-bay
fourwallingfourwallingMember
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Originally posted by baberz02:
clean open registration, pre 74 no title's here in the great state of taxes. oops i mean New York..UPDATE...local fellow here interested in buying this car from me offered 7500 truth be told that 500 more then i paid..should i say good by or good buy??


I think that every part that you sell off the car will make the car worth a whole lot LESS.

I don't see $7000 worth of parts here and who wants to buy this car with important, now hard to find, pieces missing?

If someone offers you a $500 profit on the whole deal, take the money and run.
B baberz02 (Guest)
$500.really. Why do that and have the next guy part it out? maybe I'll be able to help others get that hard to find piece they need. Even if i come up short in my 7k investment, i can still say "i've got one of those out back" and i can always dream. What do you think someone else is going to do with it? Is anybody going to take that job on? Not trying to ruffle any feathers but i can always rebuild the engine and have a good motor correct. Maybe someone can use the glass as molds/moulds? I don't know ?? ..I GOT IT I'LL TRADE IT FOR A MOPAR..YES THATS IT...
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