Vehicle Description
1966 Ford Mustang - California Car - 289ci V8 - Automatic
Transmission - Gold Over Tan Interior - Factory Luggage Rack Make
room for a well preserved California relic in your stable with this
'66 Mustang. The thought of California sun is a welcome thought for
most folks in the US, especially for those of us who experience
winter. We can't promise that this car will bring oceanside,
California-like warmth to you in the winter months, but it would
certainly fit in with your collection. Ford advertised the '66
Mustang as a new improved model for '66. Although the average
person wouldn't notice the changes made from the years before, the
sales of the Mustang peaked with the 1966 model year. As we
mentioned this particular Mustang is a California car which was
well maintained, meaning that it is a nice solid car. No remnants
of 'rustbelt winters' past. In addition, this car is largely a
survivor, other than the paint, and a few small regular maintenance
parts which were fixed over the years. This car actually sat in
storage from 1984 until mid-2020. The handsome looks of the early
Mustang are unmistakable and finished in the factory color of
Sauterne Gold (Code Z), or at least a very close variation of it.
The car was repainted quite a number of years ago, and by the looks
of it, the repaint may have been done before the car was put away
in long term storage. The paint does show some age, but the chrome
trim all around the exterior of the car is in great condition. The
exterior trim also includes a not often seen luggage rack. We don't
want to go as far as saying it is a rare piece, but it's a nice
period correct option. The underside of the car is solid thanks to
spending so much time in the warm California sun. There are a few
parts that show some surface oxidation, but finding an original,
solid '66 Mustang can be a tough task these days. Inside the car is
a pair of bucket seats finished in the original color of Parchment
(Code D8) with Ivy Gold accents throughout the interior. It is
believed to be all original interior, and by the looks of the wear
shown throughout we don't completely doubt that. Slide in behind
the large tri-spoke steering wheel and the automatic transmission
shift knob is close at hand. The symmetrical gauge layout is easy
to read, simple dashboard switches easy to use, and there is plenty
of room inside. A Pioneer stereo has been added in place of the
factory AM/FM radio. The 289ci V8 found under the hood delivers a
nice bit of power to the tune of 200hp. Mated to a C4 Automatic
transmission, the car is a great cruiser. Since being taken out of
its long hibernation, the car was treated to a number of
maintenance items. A rebuilt rack and pinion, full tune up, new
battery, new brakes, and new tires were recently installed on the
car. This pony is ready for long rides. Ford's clever marketing for
the '66 Mustang targeted a broad range of potential buyers from men
in their 50's to young women. Maybe that's why the Mustang was so
successful during that era. We can't say for sure, but what we do
know is that this Mustang which we are proud to offer for your
consideration, is a well maintained California relic. This pony car
is sure to fit right in with your stable. Be sure to check out all
the photos and video on our main website: www.GKM.com. Call if
interested or e-mail with any questions. Thank you for looking.
