Vehicle Description
There's nothing like those approving nods you get while cruising in
a classic car, but for those set on a more contemporary motoring
feel while behind the wheel, stock classics can have their
limitations. Sloppy steering, less than stellar acceleration and a
loose, squeaky suspension often come to mind. This 1966 Mustang
Restomod is an inspired combination of modern technology with old
school motoring vibe, all wrapped in a unique and well-executed
package that's sure to turn heads.
Ford's Lime Gold was a signature color for Mustangs of the late
60's and it's employed to great use in this inspired reimagining
that adds a wide swath of black running from front to back over the
scooped hood, hardtop and trunk all the way to the taillight panel
against that nostalgic backdrop. It's not just an eye-catching
color scheme but it's also very well applied, with a smooth,
glass-like finish from all angles. The chrome and trim all over -
including the front and back bumpers, light bezels and window trim
- all have an unblemished shine. Look closer up front and you'll
see a set of fog lights hidden behind that new looking grille. Go
around to the back and you'll see a set of clean chrome bezels
surrounding the dual exhaust in the rear valance, a very cool
finishing touch.
Once you look inside, the quality and inspired design of this
interior are immediately obvious. There are some very cool touches
here, as the color scheme of the exterior has been ably brought in:
a primarily lime gold dash with black inserts is crowned by a new
dashpad, and the lime gold door interiors surround matching black
inserts of their own. Look in the back and you'll see another
unique touch - the areas straddling the black back bench seat also
carry that lime gold hue on their steel surfaces, unobscured by any
quarter panel trim inside. The front black buckets and rear bench
don't seem to have seen much use at all and their restored design
has a very tasteful and comfortable look: aftermarket but very much
right at home in this classic. Peer through the custom steering
wheel and you'll see a set of aftermarket Dakota gauges fit
seamlessly into the stock design of the instrument bezel - a
combination of updated technology blended with a vintage look.
There are also some great add-ons to improve the driving
experience, including a chrome Ididit tilt column and a top-quality
Rockford- Fosgate AM/FM system with iPod connectivity powering a
set of speakers expertly installed in those front kick panels.
There's plenty of GO to match the SHOW here. A 347 stroker V8
engine sits as the foundation of the drivetrain and with its Crane
Cam and MSD ignition, it's sure to provide all the power you could
want. It's paired to a C4 3 speed transmission with
highway-friendly 3.08 gears in the back. A generously-sized
aluminum radiator sits in front to keep temperatures down and a
billet serpentine pulley system adds yet another visual element to
a nice clean compartment that features more than its share of them.
The addition of a state of the art power rack and pinion steering
is a HUGE upgrade over the steering box that came stock in Mustangs
of this era, eliminating the slop that was part and parcel of the
old design, and the constant need to correct that came with it for
a much more precise feel. This Mustang sits on a set of American
Racing Wheels with Shelby knockoffs, wrapped in performance
radials.
Looking for a muscle car that combines the best of old school looks
with new technology for a great driving experience? This 1966 Ford
Mustang restomod is the one for you!! Call today!