(from page 11 of the 1978 Collection)
Close-up of the 1978, Mustang, wire wheel covers.
(from page 11 of the 1978 Collection)
Trunk view of a 1978 Mustang II coupe.
(from page 11 of the 1978 Collection)
The door data tag reads 2R Bright Red exterior paint, NW half white vinyl roof, 15 ordered in the Newark area, 60H Ghia 2 door coupe body style, BN red and white interior vinyl trim, 26A assembled on the 26th of January, 32.79:1 rear axle ratio, and W automatic transmission.
(from page 15 of the 1978 Collection)
The text on the next page for this car reads: You've got an audience with the King. King Cobra. The new King of the road! Presenting ...the King Cobra. Unmistakably bold. The ultimate in flair. A car designed to rule its class. Experience the way King Cobra exuberantly merges in traffic. Enjoy its superb ride and handling. The way it corners and hugs the road. And check out all the features of the King Cobra option. Features like: Unique tape treatment, pinstriping on all major area, words "King Cobra" on sides and rear decklid spoiler; Distinctive hood scoop with emblem; Unique front air dam; Color-keyed dual sport mirrors; Rear quarter flair, and much more. The King Cobra, shown in Bright Red (Code 2R) with optional "T-Roof" Convertible, also has all the power you want. It includes a 5.0 litre (302 CID) 2V V8 engine, 4-speed floor shift, power front disc brakes, power steering, raised white letter radial tires and Rallye Package which includes extra cooling, heavy duty springs, adjustable shock absorbers, rear stabilizer bar and dual sport mirrors. Other great features of the King Cobra option include: Unique snake decal. The King Cobra trademark that signifies it's a standout. And the bold black grille makes your King Cobra striking. Rear deck spoiler. A crowning touch available in a wide array of colors. King Cobra ... drive it at your local Ford Dealer's. You'll then see why it's called King!
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
This Bright Red 1978 Mustang King Cobra has a t-roof along with its red painted wheels, Cobra graphics and hood scoop.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Here is the full Ford promotional photo of a Bright Red 1978 Mustang Cobra with T-top roof. This photo was used in the 1978 Ford Mustang sales brochure.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Bright Red 1978 Mustang Cobra II with a rebuilt engine.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Bright Red 1978 Cobra II side view showing rear quarter window louvers and rear window louvers, hood scoop, and rear spoiler.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Rear left view of a Bright Red 1978 Cobra II.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
1978 Cobra II Mustang in Bright Red Paint, rear view.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Front view of the 1978 Cobra II showing its fog lamps and cobra grille emblem.
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Bright interior view of the 1978 Cobra II
(from page 17 of the 1978 Collection)
Rebuilt F-code 289 cubic inch V8 engine.
(from page 19 of the 1978 Collection)
Ford promotional photo of a Bright Red 1978 King Cobra Mustang with 5.0L V8 engine, Cobra hood graphics, painted lace-type wheels, and orange pin striping. See the next photo for a close-up of some of the pin-striping.
(from page 19 of the 1978 Collection)
Close-up of those pin stripes around the windows, wheel wells, and a double stripe down the center.
(from page 2 of the 1979 Collection)
This Bright Red 1979 Mustang coupe is a time capsule with only 30K miles on it. It has the upgraded 140 cubic inch (2.3 liter), 2 barrel, 4 cylinder engine which puts out 88hp at 4800rpm.
(from page 2 of the 1979 Collection)
Bright Red 1979 Mustang coupe, right front view showing off the redesigned, hood, red, white and blue tri-bar pony emblem.
(from page 2 of the 1979 Collection)
Rear left view of a Bright Red 1979 Mustang coupe.
(from page 2 of the 1979 Collection)
1979 Bright Red Mustang coupe, rear right view.
(from page 3 of the 1979 Collection)
A white and red interior of a 1979 Mustang coupe.