Vehicle Description
Wow, this is a lot of Mustang for not a lot of money. You
absolutely could not duplicate this A-code pony with a
strong-running 289 4V engine and a 4-speed for the asking price,
even if you got the car for free. Bright red paint, a beautiful
interior, and a lot of charisma make this a fantastic way to get
into the Mustang hobby without a major investment.
Repainted in what appears to be Signal Flare Red, this handsome
coupe looks like a million bucks. Originally hailing from down
south where it's spent most of its life, the familiar Mustang
sheetmetal is crisp and sharp thanks to expert restoration work.
They built a lot of Mustangs, most of them coupes just like this,
but that doesn't mean they're not handsome, timeless cars, and
except for perhaps a Corvette or a Porsche 911, there aren't many
cars that are more recognizable around the world. This one has been
dressed up with white stripes, bright rocker panel moldings, and
shiny chrome on the bumpers, it's nicely detailed in the way you'd
want your Mustang to look. It's not a fake GT, not dressed up like
some Shelby wanna-be, just a clean coupe that totally nails the
factory look. The result is cheerful and appropriate, making this a
car you'll be proud to show at any level because it fits together
so well.
A handsome black Pony interior is a very desirable upgrade, and
it's authentically restored with great detailing and attention to
the little things. Look how neatly the seat covers fit, with just
the right amount of padding underneath to create a supportive seat
that doesn't look over-stuffed. Crisply marked gauges are all fully
functional, another detail that you just don't see in cars priced
like this, and the original AM radio still lives in the dash, which
is an increasingly rare find. There's a 4-speed shifter sticking
out of the transmission tunnel, so you know this neat coupe means
business, and if you look closely, you'll spot the "Disc Brakes"
emblem on the brake pedal, something that was still a novelty in
1966. Add in a fat wood-rimmed steering wheel, correct door panels,
and a taut headliner, and it's hard to see how anyone could come
out right-side-up financially with a sticker price like this.
Interiors this nice are EXPENSIVE. The trunk also features a
correct plaid mat and a pretty tired spare tire.
And this isn't just some 6-cylinder beater, either. For that price,
you're getting a legitimate A-code 289, fully rebuilt and detailed.
Someone took the time to do it right, as there's Ford Blue paint on
the engine itself, a high-performance air cleaner assembly, vintage
power steering pump, and a set of finned valve covers that look
great. There's a Holley double-pumper carburetor on top of an
aluminum intake manifold for a few extra horsepower, and it spins
to life easily with a nice bark from the fresh dual exhaust system.
The 4-speed clicks through the gears with authority, and 3.00 gears
out back make it an excellent highway cruiser. Underneath it's been
augmented with a set of subframe connectors that make a noticeable
difference in how the car feels on the road, and there's a new gas
tank hanging out back. Styled steel wheels look awesome, especially
wrapped in fresh 215/70/14 redline radials.
This car gets almost everything right: look, sound, and feel. If
you want one of the last truly affordable early Mustangs that need
zero fixing-up, this Mustang is a shocking bargain. Call today!