Vehicle Description
1966 Ford Mustang Convertible
The year was 1966 and 289 V8 Mustangs were flying off the dealers'
lots. One car that was not selling that well was Ford's 6-cylinder
Mustang. The 200ci powered inline-6 pony was in dire need of a kick
start, and Ford had just the plan. Enter the Sprint 200, a.k.a. the
Springtime Sprint. This "limited-edition" 1966 Ford Mustang, which
was introduced as part of a springtime sales promotion, consisted
of an inline 6-cylinder Mustang equipped with a chrome air cleaner,
special Sprint 200 air-cleaner decal, and painted side accent
stripes. Ford's demographic for the Sprint 200 was women. As such,
the marketing tagline, "Six and the Single Girl", was used to
promote 6-cylinder Mustangs, including the special edition Sprint
200.
For consignment, the beneficiary of an older (1989) restoration
where all new floors and sheet metal that was damaged was replaced,
a rebuilt motor and now has put on a consigner stated mere 500
miles since that restoration. It has also been stated that since
that restoration the car has not seen rain or certainly snow.
Exterior
As stated new steel where needed, then draped in red paint, which
presents nicely with straight panels, and a glasslike finish. A new
top was put on, and it is tan canvas. The correct chromed wire
knockoff style wheels are seen on all 4 corners and wrapped in thin
whites. Badging is correct, and chrome is showing in good
condition.
Interior
A vinyl interior, restored "B" (automatic transmission) version,
and a non-pony version (plain seats). Tuck and roll inserts are
surrounded by plain bolsters and are very clean. This is in front
and the back 2+2 area. Deep red wine-colored carpeting floods the
floors and adds a stark contrast to the seats. The dash shows some
of the deep red wine color coming through on the padded top
section. The bottom goes with tan sprayed metal, and the original
gauge setup is present, and we assume restored. A ribbed aluminum
with 2 black vinyl border stripes makes up the finish on the
console. This houses the automatic shifter, and a few hidden
compartments. An original AM radio sits within the dash. Also
original is the steering wheel with its 3 drilled spokes fanning
out to a light tan colored wheel.
Drivetrain
An original but rebuilt 200ci inline 6-cylinder engine sits in the
bay. It appears the "Sprint 200" air cleaner has been replaced, and
there is no sign of the sticker either. The aftermarket air cleaner
covers a 1-barrel carburetor. The engine is attached to a 3 speed
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission.
Undercarriage
A good restoration is a lasting one, and since 1989 this
undercarriage has seen little road time, and the underside shows
it. Very clean, and rust free, we can see some of the newer panels
that were replaced. We can also note drum brakes on all 4 corners,
and Independent front suspension, and Leaf Spring rear
suspension.
Advertisements became popular reminders of the Mustang's youthful
spirit, such as one featuring two mature adults sitting in a new
Mustang with the words, "Youth is a wonderful thing. What a crime
to waste it on children." Now is your chance to pick up a classic
that can put wind in your hair, and a smile on your face...and look
ma...no kids!
VIN Decode
6T08T213074
6-1966
T-Metuchen, NJ Plant
08-Convertibel
T-200CUI I6 1BBL
213074-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.