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1977 Mach 1 Ford Mustang

January 17, 2019 by Josh Baker

Today, we think of the Ford Mustang as a sports car, one that perhaps lost it’s way for a while (looking at you 80s, 90s and early 2000s). Ironically, the Mustang started it’s life more like a modern econo-hatchback than as a muscle car. It targeted young people as an affordable car with a “sporty image”. It looked fast, but wasn’t particularly. Of course, lots of people jumped onto tuning the Mustang using the ecosystem of Ford parts. Ford got into the game with the Mach 1 (among other) variants.

Sunset behind a 1977 Ford Mustang, Mach 1 in central Texas. - Central Texas Mustang Automotive Photography

Ford Mustang Automotive Photography

1977 was near the end of the original Mach 1 era. The name was discontinued in 1978 to be revived in 2003 and 2004. The Mach 1 wasn’t that exotic in it’s day. There we certainly higher performance options available. But, like the Mustang in general, it was accessible. Andrew‘s parents even had a lime green Mach 1 while he was growing up as their grocery getter.

1977 Ford Mustang Mach 1 rear detail photo showing decal and gas cap. Central Texas automotive photography.

A lot of the changes in the Mach 1 over the base Mustang were styling related: the decal pack, gas cap, hood scoop (not functional by 1977) but did include more powerful engine options, as well as improved suspension. Some of the details on this restored car are quite fun, including the flip up style gas cap and trunk mounted spoiler.

Trunk mounted spoiler detail on 1977 Mach 1 Ford Mustang by Josh Baker, central Texas automotive photographer. Central Texas Mustang Automotive Photography

Front fender decal detail photo from a 1977 Mach 1 Ford Mustang - Troy, Texas automotive photography.

The NASA style hood scoops were one of the main styling queues from the Mach 1 along with the matte black hood coloration.

The iconic "NASA" hood scoop on a 1977 Mach 1 Mustang - Central Texas Automotive Photography.

While we have worked to keep the location out of many of the photos, it shows through in this photo. Metal buildings and a gravel driveway feel oddly appropriate for a car that was a working class hero car. Far from being exclusive, the Mach 1 Mustangs were sold to every-man.

Blue Skies, Orange Car

The black on orange is a striking color combination, especially with the big blue skies in Texas.

1977 Ford Mustang Mach 1 against the blue sky at sunset - Central Texas Ford Mustang Automotive Photography

Filed Under: automotive Tagged With: automotive, car photography, classic, ford, mach 1, mustang, orange, restored, troy

1970 Yenko Chevy Nova

October 25, 2018 by Josh Baker

Yenko Chevy was was one of those local dealerships that took off the shelf cars, souped them up and sold them ready to drive. This 1970 Yenko Nova was one of only 175, with a big block 427 and beefed up suspension, it has a mean looking stance. We have been waiting for the right weather to photograph this muscle car for a while. Some late afternoon August thunderstorms provided the perfect backdrop and setting.

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Nova with a 427 Big Block at the old silos in downtown Hutto Tx

Making Use of the Rain

The thunderstorms left the hard concrete surfaces covered in a thin layer of water. This posed some problems but also created a great opportunity for reflections along with sunset photos of the Chevy Yenko Nova. Care had to be taken moving the car since getting into the area with the water required passing through an opening less than a foot wider than the car.

We also had to be careful not to splash the car. Once positioned, we needed to wait for the water to settle and not disturb it again adjusting lights. All of this was against the ticking clock of a rapidly changing and fleeting sunset.

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Nova with a 427 Big Block at the old silos in downtown Hutto Tx

 

Changing Historic Hutto

Downtown Hutto is in flux like most of the area around Austin. It was a tiny farm town between “the big city” of Taylor and Austin itself. There are (or were) still a few surviving artifacts of it’s agricultural past including the grain silos in downtown. They don’t have long to live.

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Chevy Nova with a 427 Big Block at the old silos in downtown Hutto Tx

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Chevy Nova with a 427 Big Block at the old silos in downtown Hutto Tx

Part of the complex has already been turned into a nice event venue and as of the writing of this post, the silos themselves have been rearranged to become accidents for a modern “town center” development. These photos were taken just before that development started. Being in the Austin area, with all its growth, is exciting most of the time. Its nice to still have local access to historic and rustic structures. Its also nice to see the area grow.

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Nova with a 427 Big Block at the old silos in downtown Hutto Tx

Historic Yenko Nova

As with any historic car, we capture the details that make it unique. This car had special badging. The black stripes on yellow make it look killer.

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Nova with a 427 Big Block - Yenko/SC Badging

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Chevy Nova with a 427 Big Block Badge

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Chevy Nova with a 427 Big Block SS Badging

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Nova with a 427 Big Block Interior Nova Badging

Historic Car, 1970 Yenko Chevy Nova with a 427 Big Block Interior Details including Extra Gauge Cluster

 

Filed Under: automotive Tagged With: american muscle, chevy, classic, farm, home town hero, hutto, muscle car, yellow, yenko, yenko nova

1962 Restomod LS3 Powered Chevy Corvette

September 13, 2018 by Josh Baker

The Chevy Corvette has always been the home town hero in America, competing with European sport and super cars. The original C1 Corvette is no less a classic than any Ferrari from the same erra, but unlike those cars, it is one you can actually own, drive and love. That’s why we love that Corvette Corrections is from Josh and Andrew’s own home town of Seguin. They are building modern chassis for the beautiful classic C1 bodies that bring them up to modern power, handling and braking performance levels while keeping the insanely beautiful lines of the original body. It’s pure pleasure to provide some classic automotive photography for them.

1962 Chevy Corvette C1 Restomod - Classic Automotive Photography

This is one of their prototype cars. It is a 1962 C1 Vette packing a modern LS3 crate engine and painted in OSU Orange. The color is outrageous and we love it. It along with all the beautiful classic details and chrome just screams speed.

Interior Details

One of the fun things about a restomod car, beyond having a great looking classic car with modern power and handling, is the ability to mix and match the classic details with modern trim and comforts.  The interior is upgraded and restored with lots of brushed aluminum trim and dials giving it a modern classic look. It’s a great blending of the past and present.

1962 Chevy Corvette C1 Steering Wheel and Gauge Cluster Detail

1962 Chevy Corvette C1 Restomod Center Console Detail - Automotive Photography

 

1962 Restomod C1 Corvette Speedometer Detail - Classic Automotive Photography

Exterior Details

What would a classic car be without chrome?

1962 Restomod C1 Corvette Front Grill Detail - Classic Automotive Photography

The side vents on the C1 are some of the most iconic details of any car anywhere.

1962 Chevy Corvette C1 Side Gill Detail - Classic Automotive Photography

More chrome is found on the front, all beautifully restored. We love the double round head lights and all the curving shapes in the front fenders and hood.

1962 Chevy Corvette C1 Front Light and Grill Detail

The C1 had the start of the fins so many American cars had later on in the 60s and 70s. It’s a little more reserved and looks great as a result.

1962 Chevy Corvette Rear Taillight Detail - Restomod C1 Vette

 

Filed Under: automotive Tagged With: automotive photography, car photography, chevrolet, chevy, classic, corvette, fast, orange, red, restomod, vett

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