Luke and The ClassicCars.com Journal lead writer Diego Rosenberg caught something special at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction: a Competition Orange 1969 Mercury Cyclone CJ. According to its Elite Marti Report, this car is 1 of just 91 built in this paint and trim combo (Competition Orange with black split bench seat). This one is equipped with a 428 Cobra Jet V8 with optional ram air (“R-code”), four-speed gearbox with Hurst shifter, and the Competition Handling package.
Under the hood, the 428 runs with a hotter setup thanks to Comp Cams Mutha’ Thumpr camshaft, Edelbrock intake, Holley 750cfm carburetor, MSD ignition, and Borla ATAK exhaust. If you are into off-brand muscle, big-block Fords, or obscure Marti-proven builds, click the play button and let us know if this Cyclone CJ deserves more love in the muscle car world!
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