Vehicle Description
1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
Advertisements became popular reminders of the Mustang's youthful
spirit, such as one featuring two mature adults sitting in a new
Mustang with the words, "Youth is a wonderful thing. What a crime
to waste it on children." It was the car to have if you were
seeking the fountain of youth. The 1965 Ford Mustang was the car to
have if you were looking to win over your neighbor or hit the road
for fun and adventure. It was also a must-have for enthusiastic
drivers and car enthusiasts who simply liked to drive.
Born on June 21st, 1965, this Mustang Convertible has undergone a
complete restoration along with some minor engine upgrades.
Retaining its original Arcadian Blue exterior and two-tone
appointments on the interior, the restoration did take some
liberties such as adding the GT fog light bar, GT trumpet exhaust
tips, and Haartz convertible top for extra good looks. This Mustang
is one of the finest examples to be presently gracing our
overstuffed Hallowed Halls, and to quote our consignor..."This car
flies and is a blast to drive!".
Exterior
A very smooth shiny coat of Arcadian Blue now covers the straight,
well gapped steel panels. All brite work and chrome appears in very
nice condition, with all windows and mechanicals related to the
convertible top functioning well. A Haartz top is installed,
presenting as new, with no tears and the rear window, being
plastic, is crystal clear. There is a lever to electronically raise
and lower it...what could be more convenient? Chrome 14-inch styled
steel wheels are wrapped by nearly new medium whitewall 205/75R14
tires on all four corners. A flip of the trunk reveals a very
well-done space covered with Ford plaid striped vinyl in very nice
condition. Paying particular attention to the grille, one can see
the quality of restoration that took place with a perfect prancing
horse surrounded by a black honeycomb and framed by a rectangular
border with 4 distinct mounting bars and chrome bezel GT fog
lights. Next to the galloping Mustang badge are the single
headlights in the vented inserts and moving down the sides reveals
the iconic hockey stick cove with the chromed trim on the rear
quarter, and a rocker trimming running the length below. Rounding
out the tail end are tri-barred taillight lenses with a mustache
thin chrome bumper below and chrome trumpet tipped dual exhaust
peeking out of the lower valance.
Interior
Very much like the exterior in that it was meticulously restored
with no stones left unturned, beautiful two-tone blue vinyl buckets
and a matching rear bench seat sits in an ocean of blue medium loop
pile carpet, which presents in like new condition. No fading or
soiling is present on the carpets or the smooth bolstered and tuck
and roll inserted seats. Seen sitting proudly within that hump is a
factory blue plastic console with a textured black and aluminum
ribbed topper and chrome T-handle automatic shifter. An aftermarket
console with padded armrest and cup holders has been installed to
make the drive just a bit more comfy. The dash appears like new
with blue metal topped by a crack free blue padded vinyl topper.
Within this area of the blue metal one can view 2 matching shaped
rounded outboard gauge pods and the long rectangular speedometer in
the center all within the black camera case framed by chrome that
houses the Mustang gauges on the driver's side, and the glovebox on
the passenger. Fronting the dash is a pristine Mustang steering
wheel with a blue hoop on the outside and chrome 3 bar horn ring
proudly perched on the steering column. The remaining knobs and
levers are all very nicely restored, as is the factory AM radio and
chrome heater slides. One can't forget to mention the blue vinyl
tonneau cover for the top mechanism which is in near perfect
condition.
Drivetrain
A lightly modified 289ci V8 sits in the middle of a beautiful
engine bay. All appears factory stock with the black block and gold
dress up for the air cleaner and valve coverings, however for some
performance gains, cylinder heads with larger ports have been
bolted onto the mill along with a mild performance camshaft being
installed and a correct 4bbl carburetor and intake manifold for
that extra kick in the pants. Attached to this mill is a 3-speed C4
automatic transmission and on the back is a Ford 8" rear axle
assembly weighing in with a 2.80 conventional ratio.
Undercarriage
As with the topside, miles of black steel with only minor surface
rust to break up the clean underside can be seen. 4-wheel drum
brakes as well as independent coil spring front suspension and leaf
spring rear are seen. A dual exhaust system takes spent fossils to
the rear of the car via a pair of stock style mufflers all of which
ends with a pair of chrome trumpet style tips that poke through the
rear valance. We note repairs to the flooring and inner rockers to
provide years of structural integrity.
Drivability
This car started easily and ran great. It handled our test track
like a champ, and we found no issues with it mechanically or
cosmetically. Performance was well above average for a car of this
era, handling was spot on and braking, even with the 4-wheel drums
was bias free.
Here we have a meticulously restored early Mustang convertible. Not
totally original, but a great combination regardless. If you are in
the market for a terrific 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, lower the top, and enjoy the sound
of kid silence as the wind whips through your hair, and you have
nothing but great conversation, and a smile on your face.
VIN DECODE
5F08C765639
5-1965
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
08-Mustang Convertible
C-289ci V8 2bbl
765639-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
BODY 76A-Mustang Convertible, Standard Buckets
COLOR F-Arcadian Blue
TRIM 22-Blue Vinyl
DATE 21T-June 21st
DSO 31-Cincinnati
AXLE 6-Ford 8" 2.80 Conventional
TRANS 6-C4 Automatic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 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.
