The 1964.5 Mustang was first introduced on stand at World's Fair in New York City on April 17, 1964. That was virtually 1 month after the first Mustang rolled off the assembly line, but as a Marketing Genius Ford was it was also the very same day cars arrived at Ford dealers. The wowed the public and took off like a Wild Stallion.
Coded as 1965’s there were a small handful built and offered in 1964 and coined the name 1964 and a half Mustangs. Among Collectors these are some of the rarest and most sought-after version of the breed. The 1964.5’s came with certain rare unique options and differences which can differentiate them form the 65 models and Collectors know this !!!
Most importantly is the 260 V8 powerplant which came standard and in 65 the 289 was its replacement and standard engine , other tell tell signs are Generator equipped vs Alternator some other small features under the Hood and Styling ques… After six weeks on the market, the Ford Mustang was the best-selling compact car in America. By April 17, 1965, Ford had sold just shy of 419,000 Mustangs. This Particular vehicle was previously owned by a long time Mustang enthusiast who babied it from the time she bought it , she’s a sweet solid original sheet metal configuration. As a trained and knowledgeable eye looks around the car you’ll notice stampings, codings and many original features attesting to its babied well cared for life.
The car underwent a recent Restoration to the highest standard In an exhausting effort to not take away from its Highly Collectible and Value and Original Condition the car was given a face lift, but keeping true to its most original and noted worthy features it still retains its original generator. The vehicle is Finished in a high quality paint job in it Original Color the most Iconic Ragoon Red and iconic white interior.
The vehicle matches its original DATA Tag and is correct all around, it is reported only 200 cars left the factory with Factory AC, this is an original unit. I have driven this car many times to local shows and events and always gives a head turner jaw dropping arrival and Thumbs up departure. It’s a Highway cruiser and handles better then new always starts and runs Fantastic. You will not be disappointed in this Rare and sought-after first gen Mustang.
Original 260 V8 and Automatic trans, this vehicle has a very rare option of a Power Top fitted in white, 1964 and a half Mustang is the one to own and cherish, you will not find another like and you can enjoy it for a variety of events, around town, up and down the coast with no hesitation. Simply put the car is a Dream to drive!!!
Vin 5F08F124314
5=Year 1965
F= Dearborn Michigan Assembly Plant
08= 2 door Convertible
F= 260ci V8
124314= Sequence Number
Data Plate:
76A = Standard Convertible
J= Rangoon Red
45= White Interior with Red Accents
01E = May 01 1964 , with 55 DSO St.Louis
1= 3.00:1 Standard Differential
6 = C-4 Automatic
