Vehicle Description
You've always wanted a Mustang, but by the time you were old enough
to afford one, they were all priced out of reach. Well, guess
again, because this tropical-looking 1968 Mustang convertible hits
all the right notes and still captures the feel of the '60s, making
it the perfect choice for a little time travel.
The good news is that this Mustang packs a V8 and it makes for a
very pleasant, low-stress cruiser. The fire-breathing big block
muscle that we expect today is a legend created by a select few,
while a great majority of Mustang buyers were perfectly content to
motor around in cars just like this one. With a bright Tahoe
Turquoise paint job, it sure looks the part of first-class
summertime fun, but it hasn't been over-restored, modified, or
converted to some kind of tribute to something it never was in the
first place. The bodywork and paint are very good even though
they're almost 23 years old, and the overall effect is quite
pleasing, making this a great car to drive to work on nice days. As
a lifetime California car, you know there's nothing nasty hiding
underneath and it shows in the durability of the bare-metal
respray. You'll also be pleased to show this one off, because the
chrome is good, all the badges are intact, and the look is
timeless, so you need to do exactly nothing to get it ready to
cruise.
The beautiful Palomino interior looks quite correct and in good
condition, and you'll appreciate it the moment you put the top down
in the sun. The pleated seats look like they have been cared for
over the past four-and-a-half decades with only some modest
stretching on the driver's seat to give away the illusion. Despite
being one of the most accessory-friendly cars of all time, the
interior is remarkably stock, including some very nice door panels,
recent black carpets, and a very cool wood-rimmed steering wheel
that looks like it belongs in a much more expensive car. Even the
non-GT models got a pretty complete array of gauges, all of which
are in original condition with clear lenses and bright markings. An
aftermarket center console adds some utility and the stereo is an
upgraded AM/FM/cassette unit that's a welcome choice. A
trim-fitting black power convertible top fits neatly under a
matching Palomino boot, making this a handsome car, top up or top
down.
For years, the 289 cubic inch V8 was the Mustang's most popular
choice, and with today's $3.00/gallon gas, perhaps it's time to
re-visit the small block pony car. This same engine worked well in
Ford performance cars as well as Shelbys, and it's peppy around
town with a nice grumble to the exhaust. It looks fantastic with
Ford Blue paint and finned valve covers, and with a 4-barrel
carburetor, it earned the hi-performance sticker honestly. It also
includes power steering, a valuable addition to the roster, and a
rumbling dual exhaust strikes just the right note. The C4 automatic
feeds a set of highway-friendly gears, and without a big block V8
up front, the ride is comfortable and braking secure. You can see
just how clean this car really is by glancing underneath, where
signs of its California heritage are evident everywhere you look.
Traditional Torque Thrust wheels are a great choice and carry
205/70/14 BFGoodrich T/A radials all around.
Top-down fun is what the Mustang is all about, and with long-term
ownership, a great V8, and wonderful colors, it's the right place
to spend your summer. Call today!