Vehicle Description
This 1965 Ford Mustang GT holds a rich history. It is an all
original survivor that was assembled in San Jose, California in
June 1965. It was initially purchased in Los Angeles by the
seller's parents in September 1965, the car was inherited by the
current seller in 2000.The exterior is a Poppy Red and sits on 14?,
styled steel wheels with Mustang center caps, wrapped in 215/70
Hankook Optimo H724 tires. Included is a spare tire stored in the
trunk. GT Package includes front disc, fog lights, side stripes, a
dual-exit exhaust, close ratio steering box, better suspension and
sway bar. This Mustang GT has distinctive features such as a black
vinyl-wrapped roof, chrome front and rear bumpers, GT badging and
quarter vent windows. The exterior shows some wear with paint
damage on the front valance and lower-rear quarter panels. It also
exhibits a dent on the left-front fender, and paint chips which are
documented in the photo gallery. These are all original sheet metal
body panels (see photos for body panel stamps).Inside the cabin,
you'll find front bucket seats and a rear bench upholstered in
black vinyl, a color-coordinated dashboard, headliner, and door
panels. The interior has other features such as a center console,
Ford door sill plates, front lap belts, am radio, crank windows and
a heater (heater core bypassed) . The three-spoke steering wheel
frames a central 140-mph speedometer, displaying a mileage of
58,XXX, with supplementary gauges for fuel level, oil pressure,
amperage, and coolant temperature.Under the hood, this classic is
powered by a 289ci V8 engine, with a four-barrel carburetor which
was factory-rated at 225 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque. The
carburetor underwent a rebuild in 2018. Power is transmitted to the
rear wheels through a three-speed C4 automatic
transmission.Included in the sale is essential documentation such
as dealer paperwork from 1965, manufacturer's literature, a
warranty card, and two keys. Completing the package for this iconic
and original 1965 Ford Mustang GT coupe, is a clean California
title in the seller's name.Decoding the VIN plate provides the
following information:65A - Coupe with standard interior3 - Poppy
Red paint26 - Black vinyl upholstery with black trim21T - Built on
June 21st, 196571 - Delivery to Los Angeles, California district1 -
3.00:1 standard differential6 - C4 three-speed automatic
transmission5R07A2363795 - 1965 model yearR - Assembly in San Jose,
California07 - HardtopA - 289ci V8, four-barrel carburetor, 225
horsepower236379 - Serial number
