Vehicle Description
1966 Ford Mustang Fastback
1966 proved to be one of the most successful years for the Ford
Mustang, accounting for over 20% of the first-generation Mustang
production. 607,568 Ford Mustangs rolled off Ford assembly lines
for the 1966 model year to satisfy strong demand for the original
Ponycar. Of these, only 27,809 were fastback editions. This body
style has become the most sought-after collectible in today's
marketplace. It was on the fastback platform that Shelby created
the legendary GT-350 Mustangs. Their street performance,
competition & market success bolstered the Mustangs stature in
period and this model preference has only increased as the
collector mustang Market has blossomed.
Born on December 8th, 1965, this Mustang has undergone an extensive
restoration bringing it back to nearly showroom new. Retaining its
original Nightmist Blue exterior and two-tone blue appointments on
the interior, the restoration stuck to exactly the way this
stunning and wildly popular fastback rolled off the Dearborn
assembly line.
Exterior
This car has it all with the fastback styling, vented B pillar, new
for 1966 stainless steel rocker molding, hockey stick door and rear
quarter cove, and styled steel wheels on all 4 corners. All this
straight steel is draped in Nightmist Blue, and it is looking very
good. All chrome on the bumpers is good, as is correct badging and
decals. A look from the rear reveals the iconic triple vertical
cluster of taillights, running horse fuel filler cap, and a large
curved rear greenhouse glass. The front of the car features the
horizontally barred galloping pony grille fronting sandwiched
between single round headlights.
Interior
No liberties were taken on the interior during the restoration and
the warranty tag was followed exactingly. Very clean looking
buckets upfront, and a 2 plus 2 rear bench with smooth aquamarine
bolsters and nice blue horizontal tuck and roll inserts. As an
added bonus the rear seat folds flat for a little more cargo space.
A center console races from front to rear and has great 60's
styling. The new for '66 dash, within a black camera case, holds a
center mounted circular speedo, round side gauges, and is flanked
by the original 3 spoke blue plastic steering wheel. In the center
is the original AM radio and heater slides, and on the passenger's,
side is a black texture finished glovebox. Light blue carpet floods
the floors and is very clean as well as the light blue vinyl
headliner. A shout to the original looking nicely finished correct
plaid covered trunk and original looking spare.
Drivetrain
An original to this car 289ci V8 topped with a 2bbl carburetor and
has a 3-speed manual attached to the back go of it. All dressed up
in correct Ford blue, it has correct hoses, wires and bolt ons.
Looks very much like new in here. Rounding out the drivetrain is a
Ford 8" conventional rear axle weighing in with a 2.80 ratio.
Undercarriage
All extremely clean and virtually no road dirt and only slight
surface rust on untreated components. Black undercoating is
covering the floors which have had some replacement patches
installed during the restoration. We can see independent coil
spring front suspension working with a leaf spring rear arrangement
and drum brakes all around. A surface rusted single exhaust system
snakes its way rearward to a stock style muffler before ending in a
single turned down tip.
Drive-Ability
Like I was a kid all over again as my parents had a 1964-1/2
version, and I used to stand on the hump as we jetted down the
road. Sitting in it brought back memories, and it performed great,
handled the test track swimmingly, and has some sweet acceleration!
It earns its name only it's also fast forward...
Here we have a meticulously restored and highly sought-after
fastback version of the Ford Mustang. Taken back to the way it
rolled off the assembly line and a great combination to boot. If
you are in the market for a moderately priced classic, that starts
right up, and runs smoothly, this is the car that should grace your
garage. Leave the kids at home in front of the TV and enjoy the
sound of kid silence, carve some corners and you have nothing but
great conversation, and a smile on your face.
VIN DECODE
6F09C189324
6-1966
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
09-Fastback
C-289ci V8 2bbl 200hp
189324-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
BODY 63A-Mustang Fastback Standard Interior
COLOR K-Nightmist Blue
TRIM 22-Standard Blue Vinyl, Blue Trim
DATE 08M-December 8th
DSO 34-Indianapolis
AXLE 6-Ford 8" 2.80 Conventional
TRANS 1-3 Speed Manual
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
