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Ed Schartman had good company with his Pro Stock Maverick, as the compact platform was a favorite for Ford racers of the early '70s. Schartman called the Mav a much better Pro Stock ride than his '69/'70 Cougar, which he described to us as being more of a show car; "it was just too big and heavy to do well in Pro Stock." Even the lighter Maverick proved "just barely competitive" in Pro Stock for Schartman, but did very well as a match racer where the rulebooks were thrown to the wind. Current owner Frank Druse Jr. says that in some period promotional material, Schartman was referred to as "The Match Race King" with the Maverick. Druse bought the clapped out racer in 1990, and has put it back together much as it was when Schartman raced, including fiberglass hood and doors. (Photo by Frank Druse) View Related Article
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