Vehicle Description
Over the past few years, we've certainly seen some nice resto-mods.
But this 1968 Mustang, with its massaged 390 and seductive Eleanor
styling, is definitely one of the coolest! Fully sorted and ready
to hit the road, this awesome Ford combines the stump-pulling power
of Dearborn's best muscle cars with vintage Detroit style that's
classy enough to lead a parade. And today, thanks to meticulous
restoration, not only is it a reliable and exceptionally comfy
place to spend a sightseeing summer, it's also an authentic piece
of Americana that'll be welcomed at virtually any car show in any
town. If you're looking for a choice classic that's as alluring as
it is powerful, who says you need a high maintenance original? This
awesome pony will look just as cool rolling down the road, show
just as well at the local drive-in and provide just as many miles
of carefree cruising!
RED WITH A DASH OF SILVER
A slick '60s fastback that features an impressively straight body,
this Mustang benefitted from a detailed, ground-up restoration that
supplemented solid sheetmetal with an aggressive Eleanor kit.
However, instead of donning the traditional gray and black pigment
of everyone's favorite movie Ford, this pony stretched vibrant red
2-stage paint under slick silver stripes. And today, the car rolls
as one head-turning thoroughbred that's right at home reflecting a
summertime cruise-in!
Back in the day, Dearborn designers made sure every year of the
first-generation Mustang had plenty of visual sizzle. And in the
21st century, it doesn't get much better than this Ford's racy
combination clean factory accents and Shelby-inspired trim. At the
front of the car, billet grilles hang prominent PIAA fog lamps
between PIAA driving lamps and a custom valance that's fashioned
around H4 headlights. Below those lights, an Eleanor-style bumper
bends aggressive ground effects around sculpted, Shelby-branded
fenders that frame a pinned, Eleanor-style hood. Behind that hood,
stainless-trimmed glass reflects polished, bullet-style mirrors,
Shelby-style pillar scoops and a polished, Monza-style fuel filler.
Beneath those scoops, functional quarter ducts top extended rockers
and requisite Eleanor quarter flares. And behind those flares, an
extended, Shelby-style decklid joins a lightweight bumper to cage
angled fender caps, a silver Shelby valance and small reverse
lamps.
PROFESSIONALLY REBUILT 390
Hoist the lightweight hood and you'll find 390 cubic inches of
raucous Ford power. At the top of the buff engine, a classy Cobra
air cleaner props a reusable filter element above a big Holley
4-barrel that's wired with polished fluid lines and an electric
choke. Beneath that juice box, a coated Edelbrock Performer intake
reflects attractive Edelbrock valve covers that are capped with a
polished Edelbrock breather. At the front of those covers, an MSD
Blaster 2 coil jolts an MSD Pro-Billet distributor, which sequences
spark through loomed MSD Super Conductor plug wires. Old school
manifolds make quick work of spent gases. Cooling comes courtesy of
a lightweight aluminum radiator and a high-capacity water pump.
Pliable V-belts spin a polished alternator opposite a modern AC
compressor. There's a reliable Optima battery that's accompanied by
a built-in tender. And you'll be excited to know that first-rate
detailing, like aftermarket bracing, a KRC power steering reservoir
and a high capacity oil pan, rounds out a very impressive engine
display.
PUTTING THE RESTO IN RESTO-MOD
Take a look under this Mustang and you'll find solid floors that
are highlighted by smooth red 2-stage paint and a roster of choice
hardware. Behind the iron 390, a smooth C6 3-speed automatic
transmission spins a 9-inch Ford axle that's packed with moderate,
3.00 gears. That drivetrain rolls on a upgraded suspension that's
finished with tubular control arms, an upgraded sway bar and
CalTracs-style traction bars. Turns are easy thanks to power
rack-and-pinion steering. At the corners of the car, power-assisted
calipers clamp a quartet of drilled and slotted rotors. Polished
exhaust fills polished Magnaflow mufflers, which bark through
side-exit tips. And power meets the pavement through
Halibrand-style wheels, which spin 245/45ZR17 Continental Extreme
Contacts in front of 255/45ZR17 Continental Extreme Contacts.
TRADITIONAL WITH A FEW TWISTS
Swing the doors and you'll find a fully restored cockpit that's
been updated with a perfect amount of style and convenience. Front
and center, TMI-branded buckets boast big bolsters under a thick
roll bar that's strung with 3-point shoulder belts. A factory-spec
dash hangs upgraded audio over a Sunpro water gauge, a Sunpro Super
Tach II and Cobra-themed foot pedals. Fresh carpet floats
Mustang-themed floor mats around a polished fire extinguisher and
an attractive B&M QuickSilver shifter. The driver carves curves
through a polished and wood-rimmed steering wheel. And behind the
passengers, a carpeted trunk displays a faux nitrous bottle beneath
a Pioneer CD changer.
When it comes to maximizing the amount of metal your money buys,
you simply can't go wrong with a purpose-built pony car. Thanks to
its thorough restoration, this legendary Ford is a great driving
piece that's fun, historic AND reliable. If you're looking for a
stylish classic that commands respect on both the boulevard and the
show field, this red-hot Mustang is just your style!
HIGHLIGHTS
The beneficiary of a detailed, ground-up restoration
390 cubic inch Ford V8
C6 3-speed automatic transmission
Ford 9-inch rear axle / 3.00 gears
Modern air conditioning
Power rack-and-pinion steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Upgraded suspension
Customized interior / Modern audio
17-inch Halibrand-style wheels
Eleanor-style bodywork
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world