Vehicle Description
While some of you might remember when early Mustangs were cheap
entry-level classics, your kids will never know that cars like this
uber-cool 1966 Ford Mustang GTA coupe were anything but cherished
heirlooms. All the physical traits point to this being a real-deal
GT car, including the prerequisite A-code VIN and 289 V8, making it
the ideal for both Mustang purists and fair-weather fans alike.
With a slick black paint job, a powerful V8 drivetrain, and a
beautiful deluxe Pony interior optioned with air conditioning, this
is one of the nicest Mustang coupes we've ever come across.
Code A Raven Black was indeed this car's original color, so when it
was time to restore this GTA the builder's made the right choice
and paid homage to the past. A modern urethane finish results in
miles-deep luster and an incredibly reflective shine, and although
the paint job isn't necessarily show-quality, it's pretty darn
close. Only very minor imperfections can be seen, which are typical
of a black car that's been driven a little bit and washed on the
weekends, but you'd be hard-pressed to find a whole lot to complain
about. The hood is fiberglass so understandably some slight orange
peel can be seen at the right angle, but it too is very minor and
it's worth the price of admission to get that supercool air scoop
on top. And if you've ever painted a black car before you know the
bodywork has to be darn-near exquisite or every little ripple and
imperfection will show, and thankfully the builders of this GT
really nailed the livery. It's a laser-straight car with precise
gaps and even panel alignment, with body lines so smooth and exact
you could set your watch to them. A white vinyl top is the perfect
complement to the black livery, lining up symmetrically with the
white GT rocker panel stripes between the wheels. Other correct GT
specs include the lack of lower body molding and quarter trim,
factory GT badges on the fenders, fog lamps in the front grille, a
GT racing gas cap out back, and the trumpeted exhaust that exits
through the rear valance. Of course, when the paint looks that
good, the trim needs to be up to the same levels, so the bumpers
wear bright plating, the stainless was polished, and all the
remaining brightwork was restored or replaced to make it all look
equally sharp.
But as nice as the exterior is, the interior will impress you even
further. Sure, the optional Pony interior always looks great, but
somehow this two-tone black and white combination is especially
appealing. The seat covers have that soft shine that only comes
from correct materials, and the embossed running ponies on the
seatbacks are crisp and vivid, the sign of the high-dollar stuff,
not the cheap covers. A center console is a great addition to any
Mustang, as is the quick-shifting automatic transmission that's
always ready to rock. Plush black carpets are protected by correct
Mustang floor mats, there's a taut headliner up top, and the Deluxe
door panels finish off the elegant cabin perfectly. Refreshed
GT-spec gauges are original and in great shape, framed by a
woodgrained instrument panel, matching glove box door, and original
3-spoke steering wheel - all indicative of the upscale Deluxe
Interior. The factory fog light toggle switch to the left of the
wheel is yet another GT-only option, as is the special DISC-BRAKE
pedal below, although a few modern creature comforts were added to
the cabin as well: an under-dash Vintage A/C system, an aftermarket
tachometer strapped to the steering column, and a retro-style
Bluetooth head unit that powers a premium surround-sound stereo
system with upgraded speakers and two 10-inch JL Audio subwoofers
in the trunk. The Deluxe backseat looks completely untouched, and
the trunk is neatly finished with correct plaid mats and a
full-size spare tire.
The engine is a correct A-code 289 cubic inch V8, believed to be
original (Ford didn't stamp VINs on their engines, so there's no
such thing as numbers matching) fully restored less than 500 miles
ago and highly detailed for show. Bored .060 over and augmented
with Edelbrock aluminum heads, an Edelbrock high-rise intake, an
Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor, and a full MSD ignition, the snarky
small block sounds awesome and moves the coupe with authority. Ford
Racing valve covers and a matching open-element air cleaner
dominate the engine bay, and the satin black inner fenders,
firewall, and other polished components are in awesome condition.
This car also carries optional front disc brakes, which were
standard on the GT, making it the kind of car that you'll
appreciate most after a long day and the drive home is something to
savor. The C4 3-speed automatic transmission shifts cleanly and the
8-inch rear end is full of gears for easy cruising, while the
GT-spec sway bar up front and fresh shocks and bushing throughout
give this Mustang fantastic road manners. The undercarriage is
incredibly clean and has been painted in satin black to make it
show-ready, and the recent X-pipe dual exhaust system uses
Magnaflow mufflers that sound great up and down the throttle.
Original GT wheels are available with the sale for interested
purists, but we particularly like the Cragar S/S chrome wheels
wrapped in 195/70/14 Continental blackwall radials that adorn the
car today.
Beautifully finished, this aggressive Mustang GT covers all the
bases: fast, comfortable, stylish, and extremely entertaining.
Offered with several extra parts, a binder full of restoration
receipts and photographs, and even a matching diecast model, this
1965 Mustang GT is a very special car that likely won't be with us
long. Call today!