NEW PRICE! Attractive Mustang convertible that drives as great as it looks. C-code 289, auto, power steering and power disc brakes, new interior, power top, recent paint, new wheels and tires. Ready to have fun!
A quick glance at the door tag confirms that this car was ordered new with the right look: code T Candyapple Red paint. It has been recently repainted and they did a pretty darned good job of it, since it shows a fantastic shine, decent gaps, and straight bodywork underneath. It isn’t perfect, of course, but it’s an above-average driver-grade car that’s quite attractive from any angle. The red is just right, bold and rich, and given today’s modern paint technology, it should look great for years to come with only modest maintenance. There’s also good chrome on this car—the bumpers look new, the bright trim on the taillights and trunk is quite nice, and even the grille remains in nice shape. If you want a vintage Mustang that you can drive without worries while still gathering those appreciative looks, this might be it.
The black interior is also how this car was originally ordered and it was likely replaced when the paint was refinished. Bucket seats, a center console with “garage” storage, and a familiar twin cockpit look that defines Mustangs to this day. The carpets, seat covers, and probably the dash pad were replaced, and the handsome door panels with their bright aluminized inserts look quite fresh, so they’re likely recent as well. The gauges appear to be original and show some age, so you’ll have to find the center button for the right-hand gauge pod, but the gauges themselves are operational. Experts will also spot that this is a factory A/C car, and while it’s not hooked up, most of the original components are included and getting it operational should not be terribly challenging. There’s a black convertible top that’s in decent condition, although the rear window’s zipper has a popped seam so it doesn’t quite seal up properly. However, if you’re using your Mustang convertible properly, the top will be for emergencies only and it does keep the rain out. There’s also a nicely finished trunk with no signs of critical rust or damage and a reproduction plaid mat.
Check the VIN and you’ll see a ‘C’ in the fifth spot, which means a 289 cubic inch V8 with a 2-barrel carburetor and 200 horsepower. It’s a great choice for your cruiser: reliable, smooth, and torquey with no special needs. Get in, turn the key, and go! We don’t have any history on rebuilds, but it starts easily, idles smoothly, and drives quite well. There’s plenty of oil pressure, no smoke or strange noises, and even when it’s cold, throttle response is snappy. We can see that the carburetor has been recently rebuilt, there’s a Pertronix ignition system hidden inside the original distributor, and a fresh water pump was installed just a few weeks ago. A chrome air cleaner adds a little dress-up to the otherwise pretty OEM-looking engine bay, with Ford Blue being the dominant theme. Power steering and power disc brakes are welcome additions as well, making this Mustang extremely easy to drive for just about anyone.
Underneath, it’s driver grade, so don’t start thinking you’re going to display it with mirrors under it. However, the C4 3-speed automatic transmission shifts crisply and the 8-inch rear end is full of 2.79 gears, so it’s a relaxed cruiser that keeps up with traffic effortlessly. The brakes have been recently serviced, there are some new front end pieces, and the Flowmaster exhaust system sounds fantastic, with just the right V8 growl. There are a few of the usual patches in the floor, with about a 12x12 section under the passenger’s feet being replaced, but we see no signs of trouble today. Not perfect, but ideal for driving where you don’t have to worry about road grime ruining your day. The ride is supple enough to handle the roughest roads and those handsome Torque Thrust wheels are an excellent choice, with these carrying fat 225/60/15 BFGoodrich radials with very few miles on them.
This is one of those Mustangs that’s easy to like. It’s always ready to go, it’s very user-friendly, and the colors can’t be beat. You’ll never have to worry about getting your money out of it—Mustangs like this are always in demand. Give us a call today!
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