Vehicle Description
This gorgeous 1968 Ford Mustang coupe is proof that you don't need
to spend a big pile of money to get a great-looking and driving
early pony car. With a powerful 289 and an appealing color scheme,
this is a fun and fast summertime cruiser that will serve you well
for years to come.
Paint and bodywork have been freshened within the last year, and
the formal gloss black paint this car current wears compliments the
coupe body style extremely well. Done in two-stage urethane, it
does nothing to diminish those timeless Mustang shape, making it
look like it should cost a lot more than it does. The paint is much
better than the original enamel, and while it's not perfect, it's
extremely attractive and could be taken up a notch with a proper
buff after the repaint. You can easily spot a '68 Mustang with its
side marker lights, and few enthusiasts will argue that 1968 wasn't
a high point for Ford stylists. Chrome is bright, the stainless has
been polished, and all the Mustang badges have been properly placed
following the repaint. Add in the unusual black vinyl roof,
something you don't see all that often on a '68, and you get a car
that's both sporting and elegant, perfect for the Mustang's
personality.
Inside, a correct black vinyl bucket seat interior shows you why
the Mustang was a perennial best-seller. Comfortable, stylish, and
nicely finished, it's the perfect complement to the gorgeous
exterior. Most certainly a combination of nice original pieces and
quality replacements, it gives you a good idea of how well
preserved this car was, and how carefully the restorer worked to
blend the two seamlessly. The seat covers show no signs of age and
no splits or tears, and with a center console this car has a very
upscale feel inside. The fat three-spoke steering wheel obviously
isn't original, but the bright gauges are and still work properly.
The original AM radio has been replaced by a more recent AM/FM unit
that fits into the original slot, so no cutting and it can be
returned to original condition easily. Underneath, the "garage
door" storage compartment is nicely preserved and undamaged, as so
often happens on these cars. The trunk features a correct mat and a
full-sized spare with jack assembly so it's ready for a road
trip.
We have every reason to believe that's the original C-code 289
cubic inch V8 under the hood, but with Fords it's always tough to
know for certain. However, it looks every bit like the original
powerplant, wearing Ford Blue paint, finned valve covers, and a
matching open-element air cleaner supplies the fresh air. Edelbrock
supplied the carburetor, which is a 4-barrel upgrade from the
original 2-barrel, and there's a mild cam inside so it's a bit more
powerful than you'd expect. A set of long-tube headers feed a dual
exhaust system that delivers a performance sound without being too
loud, both at full throttle and more importantly, at cruising
speeds. One look at the chassis and you'll know that this has
always been a clean, dry car. The 3-speed automatic drives a rugged
8-inch rear with easy-cruising 2.79 gears, and with power steering,
it's just effortless. New shocks, a fresh gas tank, and those cool
17-inch wheels and 225/45/17 performance radials make it ready to
rumble.
With great performance, a killer engine note, and gorgeous,
instantly-recognizable good looks, this '68 coupe puts you behind
the wheel of a legend for not a lot of cash. Grab a friend or two
and hit the road, that's what the Mustang is all about. Call
today!