Vehicle Description
1967 Ford Mustang Hardtop
This may be the most iconic American car to ever be produced.
That's up for debate, of course, as one could argue the Model A,
the Corvette, or any number of cars had an equally or more
impactful effect on the country. Considering how many generations
and changes the Mustang has witnessed, 1967 represents the first
time Ford boldly moved forward to make some significant design
changes and even offered engine options for the first time. This
was a bold move because the first generation sales were strong;
don't mess with perfection. But they did and it just kept getting
better.
For consignment, a straight, clean, 1967 Mustang that hasn't been
overly modified and retains all the classic cues that make these
cars so desirable. It has the C code 289 engine which wasn't the
most powerful engine but undoubtedly the most common. Up until a
few years ago this was a single owner car that was passed to the
niece of the original owners after her passing. It appears to be
wearing the majority of its original single stage paint which to
many people is more desirable than a clear coated and restored car.
It also comes with service records, the build sheet and has been
treated to upgrades in the form of power steering and power
brakes...read on and Giddyup!
Exterior
Good old Lime Gold covers this car, selected at a time when shades
of green were all the rage. It's fantastically dull in sheen and
probably could be buffed to a higher shine, but we don't think it's
necessary. The chrome is good, but the front bumper is starting to
show surface rust. The metal trim in general shows a bit of age but
man, it's arrow straight. The side scoops were new for '67 which
accentuates the mid character line of the car, while hood vents add
an aggressive feature to the sculpted lines. Gaps are really good
on this car and the stance is slightly raked. Straight chrome
exhaust tips extend well past the rear valance and 15-inch styled
steel wheels look like they were born with the car. The paint has
imperfections as we expected; typical chips, scratches, a ding over
one wheel arch, denting on the bottom of the rear valance, and a
triangle of rust near a bottom door edge.
Interior
We open the doors to survivor quality door panels in varying shades
light ivory gold and green. No rips or broken pieces, just some age
to it. The front low back bucket seats look fantastic with Ivory
Gold surrounding a tuck and roll green insert that travels from the
seat back to the seat bottoms. The rear seats and surrounding
interior trim is in very good condition. A three spoke steering
wheel has the Mustang running horse on the center and finger
grooves for extra grip on the smooth plastic wheel. Symmetrical
gauges fill the standard dash and an AM/FM radio is in the center.
A standard T-shifter in shiny metal and plastic looks right at home
on the transmission hump, surrounded by loop style gold carpet that
is protected by Mustang rubber mats that may be original or
obtained from the aftermarket which is vast for classic Mustangs.
The headliner, like a Marine's haircut, is high and tight. The
trunk is clean and topped with a period plaid cover.
Drivetrain
The original 289ci V8 is under the hood with a 2-barrel carburetor
on top and a C4 3-speed transmission behind. The engine bay is a
few steps above driver quality, very clean and tidy. Not perfect,
but nice for its age. Power heads back to the rear wheels through
an 8-inch rear housing 2.79 gears. Power disc brakes are found up
front with power drums in the rear and we note the addition of
power steering to help navigate those parking lots with ease.
Undercarriage
Driver quality here, relatively clean and rust free. Stainless dual
exhaust intersects with a couple of FlowMaster mufflers then exit
out the back. We note some residual oil on the rear diff as well as
some on the oil pan and crossmember. The independent front
suspension has coil springs and the rear is suspended via leaf
springs.
Drive-Ability
A pump of the gas and a flick of the key and it's 1967 all over
again! There's no doubt this is how it felt although the new
exhaust may have changed how it sounds. No harm there as we make
our way around the mighty lap and the car glides effortlessly
forward. Rattle free and eager to go, this vintage Mustang is going
to make the next caretaker very happy. The A/C doesn't work and we
expected that since the belt was removed due to the compressor
making some bearing noise, (remember the days of multiple
belts?).
Once a legend, always a legend and classic Mustangs will never
cease to be celebrated, revered, and just plain cool. This is a
fine example, straight and mostly original, an ideal car for
someone new to the hobby or who has a stable full of Mustangs. Call
it lime, call it gold. Just be sure to call it classic!
7T01C227176
7-1967
T-Metuchen, NJ Assy Plant
01-Mustang Hardtop
C-289ci 2bbl V8
227176-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 65A-Mustang Hardtop, Standard Buckets
COLOR I-Lime Gold
TRIM 2G-Light Ivy Gold & Medium Ivy Gold Standard Vinyl Buckets
DATE 11D-April 11th
DSO 17-Washington
AXLE 0-Ford 8" 2.79 Conventional
TRANS W-C4 Automatic
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