New member looking for Maverick

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  1. JDS

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    New member here living in Michigan. A long time ago I was lucky enough to have a father that was a car nut. As well as his regular job he had a small car lot and as a kid with a new license I was able to slap a dealer tag on anything on the lot and drive it until it was sold. This was back in the late 70s and a lot of the coveted muscle cars of today were regulars at the car lot. One of my favorites was a little red 71 Grabber. In the spirit of that little car and the fact that my son is in his last year of college I'd like to find a Maverick to play with, in particular a 70-72. One thing I don't want is one of the specialty models. No sprints, stallions, or grabbers. I want something to "tweak" with and something like a grabber would deserve to be returned to original. I would prefer something with no engine or transmission as well. Back in 78 a Mustang GT totaled vehicle came in to our lot and the 289 hipo (a real 4 bolt main 289) and 4 speed tranny was pulled from the car. To this day it has followed me around and I still have it sitting in my garage. So if I could find a Maverick to put this into it would just make my day.

    Thanks.....Ben
     
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  3. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    I would not limit yourself to the 70-72. I like the 75-77 because they have disc brakes and electronic ignition. Yea, I know the bumpers are....well...to be polite to those that like them, nonappealing, they are easily converted to the small bumpers.
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    You are also in luck. The Maverick Comet Club International, Inc. (MCCI) will be holding their 18th Annual Roundup Nationals in Dearborn, Michigan next July 20-24. You will see lots and lots of Mavericks and Comets. You will have to plan and attend. More details can be found soon at www.MaverickCometClub.org
     
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    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    Boosha Built to run hard

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  9. rayzorsharp

    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    Earl Branham Certified Old Fart

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    HiYa JDS, Ben, Welcome,
    Glad ur here. I'm quit new here myself and have gotten a bunch of help!
    I hope you find what ur looking for :)

    Zip...:bananaman
     
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