Vehicle Description
The Mustang remains one of the most popular cars of all time, but
that also means that finding one that hasn't been modified or
customized is getting harder every day. So, imagine our surprise
when this incredibly clean Light Beige coupe showed up looking
quite stock and still sporting a 200 cubic inch inline-six under
the hood. It's not a rare car, but it's definitely rare to see a
car like this restored back-to-stock (even more so with an
automatic transmission), and that makes it something pretty special
these days.
Code H Light Beige looks great on any Mustang, even the coupes, and
it seems to fit the energetic little pony just fine. Not at all
flashy, but not sublime either, but rather a somewhat uncommon
shade that serves the original 1966 livery just fine. We're glad
that the owner decided to keep it in an all-factory look because
this Mustang will stand out among all its modified and over-wrought
siblings that never seem to get it right. This particular Mustang
is not about flashy performance, but rather fun, economical
transportation with a big dose of style to go with it. The PPG
finish is very good for a car at this price level, showing
incredibly solid bodywork, good gaps, and a great shine to the top
driver-quality finish that could easily be taken up a notch or two
with a professional buff job. Any flaws are merely minor
imperfections, most of which cannot be spotted from just a couple
feet away from the car, and the black decals added to the lower
body and tail panel were wonderful choices that give this Pony a
slightly custom look that we really love. All-in-all, this Mustang
presents incredibly well. Other than the black stripes, this honest
Mustang coupe that's pretty much the way most folks ordered them
back in the day, with the chrome quarter 'gills' and the
racing-style gas cap out back adding a very sporty touch. It has a
'60s sensibility that you'll find quite appealing, and with all the
bright chrome accents in the grille and around the windows, it
looks like a much more expensive car. Bright chrome on the bumpers,
stainless trim with a soft shine, and crystal-clear red taillights
look crisp and clean against the beige paint, finishing off the
look perfectly.
The two-tone Pony vinyl interior is basically what this car was
originally delivered with (technically it was Code D9 Parchment
w/Palomino, although this looks a bit darker and closer to Ivy
Gold), and the luxurious color combination is ideal for the Light
Beige bodywork. The deluxe Pony seat covers are in excellent shape
both fore and aft, with matching door panels at the flanks, and the
gold carpet that lines the floors tightly seals the cabin from the
elements. A drop-dead gorgeous wood-rimmed 3-spoke steering wheel
anchors the cabin, and matches the wood trim surrounding the
original gauges (all 1966 Mustangs got the killer '65 GT gauge
cluster), all of which give it a pleasing and inviting look inside.
The dash pad matches the Ivy Gold in the seats, while the metal
part of the dash was painted Light Beige to match the exterior, and
there's a bit more wood applique on the glove box door that really
warms things up inside. The original AM radio was swapped in favor
of a retro-style AM/FM unit that works great, but that's about all
the amenities you'll get in a vintage Pony like this. A chrome
shifter manages the automatic transmission below, which means this
is an easy cruiser and an upgrade over the 3-speed manuals we
typically see mated to 6-cylinder Mustangs. Out back the rear seat
looks untouched, and with room for a few overnight bags, the trunk
is neatly finished with a correct plaid mat and stock spare
tire.
The 200 cubic inch inline-six under the hood shouldn't be
dismissed, because it's a peppy, torquey, and smooth powerplant
that works quite well in the lightweight Mustang coupe. Never
intended to be a racer, this engine is more comfortable cruising
around town where the 3-speed automatic transmission seems to
always be in the right gear. The Ford Blue engine is correct, as is
the factory air cleaner and valve cover, and although it's not
dressed for show underneath everything looks just like it's
supposed to. There are signs of recent drivetrain maintenance and
other miscellaneous work done so it runs right, with enough power
to keep up on modern roads and highways alike. The car is very
solid underneath with more signs of maintenance and proper care
throughout the years, including a newer single exhaust system with
a proper transverse muffler and a set of newer shocks out back.
Stock steel wheels with factory hubcaps complete the Mustang look
and carry 195/75/14 whitewall radials for just the right look.
If you care about quality more than just raw power, this Mustang
coupe deserves careful consideration. Even with six cylinders,
Mustangs remain first-rate fun. Call today!
