Vehicle Description
Just as they were more than 50 years ago, Mustangs are fast, fun,
and affordable ways to get around. Traditional ponies like this
1965 Ford Mustang coupe are a great way to own an icon with
off-the-charts curb appeal, and when they're as beautifully
restored and as heavily optioned as this, they make wonderful hobby
vehicles that can still be enjoyed every day.
Seriously, if you could own a classic V8-powered Mustang coupe for
less than the price of a new one with a 6-cylinder engine, why
wouldn't you leap at the chance? Especially one with factory A/C,
power steering, and power brakes? Nicely refinished, this Code H
Caspian blue coupe carries all the timeless design cues that put
these cars at the top of every enthusiast's wish list. Bodywork is
well done, it has a classic color combination, and everything lines
up evenly to really attract positive attention at local shows. The
line that runs along the tops of the fenders is as sharp as a
crease in Don Draper's suit, and the paint is shiny without looking
too modern which is precisely the look we're after in a classic
car. The paint isn't perfect, but it's certainly much nicer than
most, and a long weekend spent buffing and waxing this top
driver-grade Pony would easily bring it back up a notch. It's got
the correct front grille with the "crosshairs" in the center
emblem, optional chrome trim on the quarters, and it's nice that it
hasn't been forced to wear stripes or wings like so many of its
siblings. The chrome is in very good shape, too, totally in line
with the rest of the car, giving it a clean all-of-a-piece
look.
Code 22 Blue vinyl upholstery makes the interior a brilliant place
to spend some time, filled to the brim with all that simple
elegance these 1st generation Ponies were known for. Restored
alongside with the rest of the car, the interior offers a lot of
newer components, including fresh pleated seat covers, matching
door panels, a crack-free dash pad, and plush carpets protected by
vinyl floor mats - all correct components which show very little
use. Factory gauges are in great shape and all work properly, and
the chrome shifter atop the transmission tunnel is just a short
reach away, managing the C4 3-speed automatic transmission below.
Even though it's no longer operational, the original AM radio is
still in the dash, as is an optional 8-track unit nestled in
between the seats - a piece of equipment that almost never survived
the years, and is a super-cool relic for this Mustang to boast.
That's also a factory underdash A/C unit still in place, and
although it's not currently blowing cold all the hardware seems to
be in place so an upgrade to modern refrigerant shouldn't be much
of a problem. Power steering is a desirable option, even on the
lightweight Mustang and the three-spoke steering wheel that
controls it is in great shape as well. The rear seat looks
completely untouched, and even the trunk is correctly finished with
a plaid mat and matching cover over the spare.
Classic performance in a Mustang means only one thing: a snappy 289
cubic inch V8. This is a C-code car, so you get a relatively
economic 2-barrel carburetor that still delivers plenty of V8
punch. And when your car runs this well, there's really no need for
upgrades and modifications, instead letting the spirit of 1965 flow
through you whenever you're behind the wheel. It fires easily and
has a snarky V8 exhaust note thanks to a fresh Flowmaster dual
exhaust system that sounds awesome. Gold paint on the valve covers
and snorkeled air cleaner makes the engine bay look right, and it's
pretty much the way Ford intended, from the A/C compressor to the
big radiator up front, although the power brake booster is modern
addition, albeit a much welcomed one. The undercarriage is very
tidy, solid, and super clean thanks to a light application of black
undercoating, and it even looks like a newer gas tank was added for
good measure. A C4 3-speed automatic transmission spins the
original 8-inch rear with tall gears inside, so it's great on the
highway, making this Mustang a ready-to-go cruiser today. 14-inch
hubcaps look great on any early Mustang, and they're protected by
185/75/14 whitewall radials that finish off the period-perfect
look.
We seem to be getting lucky with early Mustangs here at Streetside
Classics, but don't wait for the next one, you need to put this
lovely '65 coupe in your garage right away! Call now!
