Vehicle Description
The Ford Mustang Ghia made its debut during some seriously
tumultuous times in 1974. Our country entered into its second year
of a colossal oil crisis with gas prices skyrocketing and fuel in
short supply, and efficient, compact cars fast became a
front-burner necessity for the buying public. Ford responded in
admirable fashion - taking full advantage of the opportunity to
totally re-engineer the venerable Mustang while for the first time
seeking to make a luxury-version of the legendary pony. Nicely
preserved and well looked after, with a history documented by a
Marti Report and maintenance records, this rare 1977 Ford Mustang
Ghia stands as a rolling, collectible testament to Detroit's
ability to make a great thing even better.
In the trying automotive times of the 1970s, Ford doubled down on
change and rolled out a completely redesigned Pony. Not only was
the Mustang II the most aerodynamic car Ford had ever produced, but
it was far more comfortable and luxurious than its predecessors
despite being much lighter. Teaming up with legendary Italian
design house Carrozzeria Ghia (a company Ford had a large stake in
that helped design the Mustang II), the Mustang Ghia was a noble
attempt to put a luxury spin on the otherwise austere Mustang. And
for the most part, it really worked. Mustang IIs sold very well,
and the added appearance features of the Ghias - specialty color
combos, added trim and bodyside moldings, a vinyl-half-roof, hood
striping, and luxurious interiors - were very popular at the time
and flew off the shelves. The factory Code 8H Tan paint on this
beauty is a great shade -paying fitting tribute to the style
sensibilities of the era, as light-colored cars (especially beige
and tan) were very much en vogue in the late 70's. Still
maintaining its stylish, period-appropriate look, the original
paint still shows very well and the trim throughout remains in good
condition. The panels from front to back still align straight,
after over 40 years of life, and both doors and windows open and
close without a hitch. Just as appropriate for a car that so ably
represents an era, its relatively low-slung, level stance remains
in original form.
Take a peek inside and you'll find a surprisingly rich-looking tan
interior that has been allowed to remain in its original factory
configuration, with a very fresh overall condition not often found
in a car of this era. And as an added bonus, the interior of this
Ghia has a pedigreed story to go along with those good looks, as it
was refreshed by Pam from Gas Monkey Garage. The front bucket seats
look plush and padded, with little sign of wear and no wrinkling
thanks to a recent reupholstering. In back, the bench seat has the
same lightly used feel to it, and owing to the longer wheelbase
Ford went to on this '77, there's actually some legroom back there,
too. Underneath, you'll see carpeting that's in fine shape, its
relatively tall pile also reflecting the taste of the times, and
the matching door panels feature light-colored woodgrain that does
a great job at warming things up inside. Taking your place in the
driver's seat, you'll see a surprisingly new-looking dash area
that' filled with an array of clear factory gauges, and the same
woodgrain paneling that's on the doors is featured throughout and
it's all unblemished and without bubbling. Directly below the
original AM/FM radio - still also in good working condition -
you'll find a factory center console that is adorned with more
woodgrain applique and houses the shifter for the automatic
transmission below. And because the Ghias were all about comfort
and luxury, factory A/C is included and it's still blowing cold
today.
This Ghia met with rave reviews as it emerged, with automotive
writers proclaiming it to be not only the most inspired Mustang,
but the best Ford created up to that point - no faint praise. Ford
continued the long tradition of the durable, efficient, and
powerful 302 V8 as the power production for the Pony, and the small
block under the short hood of the beauty is believed to be the
car's original unit (Ford did not stamp VINs on blocks, so a
numbers-matching designation is not possible). With just over 61k
believed original miles, the engine is running great, and the
presentation is all-stock other than an upgrade to a large aluminum
radiator up front that keeps the whole show nice and cool. The
revolutionary powerplant was lauded for its smooth operation and
when bolted to a 3-speed automatic transmission, it's a match made
in heaven, starting right up and running with that same smoothness
you'd find in 1977. With power steering and power brakes on all
four corners - discs in front - it's a well-configured driver's
car, sitting on its original stock 'snowflake' rims wrapped in
185/80/13 whitewall tires that finish off the high-end look.
Looking for a truly unique example of nostalgic Detroit
inspiration, in great running condition and sure to turn heads?
This 1977 Ford Mustang Ghia is the one for you. Call today!