Here’s the story:

“I’m looking for my pop’s 1969 Mach 1 Mustang. I thought of it recently after my mum got engaged to my now stepdad. I reckon Pop would be stoked for them both — he loved Mum so much, and I just had this feeling like… if I could find his old Mustang, it’d be like having a part of him at the wedding. He sold the car when Mum was born — his biggest regret. If I could track it down or even just hire one just like it for the big day, I feel like he’d be there with us, y’know?” This is the only photo I have of her.
It was sold out of Nar Nar Goon, Victoria around 1978-1980

Ps: it was raced in Dandenong once by my Nan to teach some cocky Streeter’s a lesson. She left ‘em behind! Uncles were in the back seat too!

This isn’t the first time he’s tried to find the car — it’s his third go at it — but this time he’s reaching out to the Aussie Garage community to spread the word far and wide.

Here’s what we know about the car:

• Make/Model: 1969 Mustang Mach 1
• Transmission: Manual
• Engine: Believed to be a 351
• Colour: Acapulco Blue with white stripes on the bonnet
• Interior: Black
• Steering: Right-hand drive
• Number Plate (at the time): VIC plates, KTD-981

If you’ve seen a car like this — or if you think you know someone who might currently own it — this is your chance to help bring a family’s memory roaring back to life. Whether the car still lives on in someone’s garage or is tucked away in a shed waiting to be rediscovered, your lead could make a huge difference.

Let’s show what this community is capable of. Repost, tag your Mustang mates, and keep your eyes peeled. Let’s help bring Pop’s pride and joy home — or at least back into the family for one unforgettable wedding day.

Know something? Drop us a message or comment below.
#FindTheMach1 #AussieGarage #MustangSearch

Contact Max directly on Max Grogan maxgrogan26@gmail.com or 0421 355 773

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Carrington originally purchased the Charger in 2006. At the time, it had been modified with a CL Valiant front end, but he has since restored it to its proper VJ Valiant Charger front. He enjoyed driving the car for about five to six years before a rear main seal issue forced it off the road. Rather than just fixing the problem, Carrington saw the opportunity for a full restoration and upgrade.

He decided to strip the car down, rebuild the engine, refresh the interior, and restore the exterior to its original Silver Mink color—moving away from the blue paint it had at the time. Now, as the Charger comes back together, it features a powerful new drivetrain, boasting a 340 small-block V8 Mopar engine paired with a Haltech EFI system for modern performance. To enhance the driving experience, Carrington has opted for a Tremec 5-speed transmission, a significant upgrade from the original 245 engine with a three-on-the-tree gearbox.

Most of the build has been completed at home with the help of mates, making this a true passion project. However, crucial elements such as the panel work and paint were entrusted to skilled professionals at Kim’s Fabrication and other workshops. Carrington is incredibly grateful for the support and expertise these businesses have provided.

For the interior, he is having it completely redone in black, featuring Tombstone seats while retaining the original dash face. His vision for the Charger leans towards a resto-mod style while maintaining a classic, factory-like external appearance.

Carrington is pushing hard to have the Charger finished this year, just in time for upcoming car events. We can’t wait to see this build completed and out on the road, turning heads wherever it goes.

A massive thanks to Carrington for sharing his journey with Aussie Garage and featuring in our Show Us Ur Ride segment. We’ll be eagerly following the final stages of this incredible restoration and can’t wait to see his vision come to life in this classic muscle car!

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Thanks to Bad Q Garage and his Justified Media for the behind the Scene photos of Carrington’s Interview with Aussie Garage. Check out his website at CLICK HERE.

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