Vehicle Description
Sporting a look that could only come from an extensive restoration,
this 1966 Ford Mustang convertible is the kind of classic that, if
you were to see it on the highway, would likely prompt you or any
other classic car enthusiast to say, "I really have to have that
car." It's got such a clean, well-preserved appearance that this
drop top would not only draw attention in the course of its daily
travels, but also as a worthy competitor in local car shows.
We see Mustangs clad in variations of red paint pretty often, but
the Candy Apple red this '66 carries is a standout, not just
because of its tasteful balance - not so bright as to look gaudy
and yet not so muted as to be a mundane choice - but because it's
also a perfect match for the car itself, no real surprise as it's
the same hue this classic rolled off the line with more than 50
years ago. A nice, even application under a very strong clearcoat
gives it a liquidy shine that serves as a great backdrop for the
fresh looking collection of chrome it's ornamented with, including
the bumpers both fore and aft, and the array of trim and badging
that all has an appealingly new look to it. When darkening skies
warrant overhead protection while on the road, its tan canvas
convertible top is not only a welcome change from the almost
invariably either white or black counterparts you normally see, but
also looks great and seals well to keep the elements out. Its rear
window remains impressively clear.
The two-tone interior waiting inside the doors is another nice
surprise. It's got a great look and is in unusually clean
condition, even for a newly restored classic. It sure doesn't look
like this interior has borne the weight of many passengers. The
bucket seats up front and bench seat in back feature tan inserts
that match the door panels to either side and show almost no
perceptible wear. An aftermarket console has been added and it
grips firmly to the area between the buckets to provide a pair of
cupholders, some welcome storage and a convenient place to rest an
elbow while on the road. Just in front of the stock steering wheel,
the dash area has been refurbished to original specifications. Its
steel surface has been thoroughly prepped before repainting and
looks very smooth, carrying a set of easily readable gauges in the
instrument cluster, as well as a pair of well-applied woodgrain
inserts. Everything is also in good order with the trunk area in
back - it's lined with signature Ford fabric, with a full-size
spare sitting in place.
This classic drop top features road worthiness that's very much on
a par with its exceptional good looks. A 289- cubic inch V8 sits
under the hood, running great and giving off just the right note as
it exhales into its FlowMaster exhaust. It carries an Edelbrock
4-barrel carb on top for a little extra power and is bolted to a
3-speed automatic C4 transmission that continues to shift with
slip-free precision. A pair of additional features - power steering
and power brakes with discs in front - makes for easy navigation
and low-effort stopping with an added measure of fade-resistance in
more demanding conditions. Be sure to take a look underneath and
notice the level of detail and the floors covered in factory
correct red oxide primer. This very sharp convertible classic sits
on a set of 14" Mustang wheels outfitted with BF Goodrich T/A
radials.
Looking great both inside and out and running with all the
confidence-inspiring smoothness and power you'd want in a frequent
driver, this is one very appealing vintage drop top. Call
today!