Vehicle Description
1968 Mustang Fastback Bullitt Replica
By now you know the story. The original movie car was found in
Nashville by way of New Jersey, owned by a family who paid $6,000
for it in 1974. After some hit and miss attempts at restoring the
hero car, it was finally put up for auction as it sat and sold for
$3,400,000. So iconic was the movie car, that Ford introduced
tribute versions in modern Mustang form in 2001, 2008, and 2019.
We've been fortunate enough to represent several of these modern
versions at Classic Auto Mall, and Bullitt fandom is still
strong.
For consignment, a 1968 Mustang Fastback Bullitt replica that has
had a ground up restoration, a worked 302, and of course, Highland
Green paint. The sequence number for the movie car was 125559 while
this car's number is 129557, so it's likely the two cars never
shared space at the same time at the Dearborn assembly plant. But
that doesn't detract from the idea of owning a real 1968 Fastback
made to emulate the legendary Bullitt.
Exterior
And there it is, arguably in much better shape than the 3 million
dollar version, infamous Highland Green paint, from stem to stern,
interrupted only by the trim around the grille, the side vent, and
of course, the chrome bumpers, polished window trim, and side
mirror. The two stage paint is gleaming and the 15-inch American
Racing Torque Thrust wheels are perfect, while a nice touch is
presented with the period California front plate with the correct
digits. The fastback ends with a tail that curves inward taking the
taillights with it as they conform to the shape, while underneath
the chrome sleeved reverse lights give way to a pair of straight
chrome exhaust pipes. The profile of the car sits a touch higher
than the movie car but then, the movie car was wearing old and
tired suspension whereas this one is quite a bit fresher with no
sag. Minor imperfections in the paint include a blemish, a scuff, a
chip, and some panel fitment issues.
Interior
The standard Mustang interior begins with black vinyl door panels
with thin metal trim and a striated lower edge and both doors are
in great shape. High backed black vinyl bucket seats include a
headrest and stitched pattern inserts, also in fine condition. The
2+2 back seats sit lower than the fronts and the backs fold down to
create a flat cargo space, the panels of which are covered in low,
loop carpet. A tongue and groove wood steering wheel contains three
spokes and the Mustang emblem on the center cap, sharing the column
with an added AutoMeter tachometer in front of the gauge cluster
that includes speedometer, fuel, alternator, oil pressure gauges,
and a clock so you know what time to chase Dodge Chargers. A new
AM/FM radio is in the center while the passenger has a view of the
slightly warped dashboard cover. The floor mounted Hurst shifter
has a white knob and a polished metal base frame under a rubber,
accordion style boot. Black loop carpet covering the floor is in
good condition and the black stitched headliner is high and
tight.
Drivetrain
A shiny show quality 302ci V8 is under the hood with shock tower
brace, Ford Racing valve covers, and a Ford Racing air filter top.
The engine has been bored .040 over, is fueled by a Holley 650 cfm
double pumper 4-barrel carburetor and that combination was good for
a dyno rated 265 horsepower. Ceramic coated headers help, and the
rebuilt transmission is a Toploader 4-speed manual sending power to
the Ford 8" rear and 4.11 gears. Power disc brakes in front and
power drums in back will help slow you down on those steep, San
Francisco hills. Pertronix electronic ignition has been added.
Undercarriage
As Larry David might say, pretty, pretty good. Some mud spray on
the back inner fenders but beyond that a very clean underside. Nuts
and bolts and just about everything else are free of dirt and
grease and surface rust. Stainless brake lines have been added
front and back and the dual exhaust leaves the headers and find
their way to a pair of Flowmaster mufflers before leaving the
underside. Independent coil spring suspension is up front and leaf
springs in the back along with added tubular subframe connectors to
keep the chassis nice and tight.
Drive-Ability
At the time of this writing, we don't have a 1968 Charger in
inventory otherwise it might make for some cool photo opps. No
matter, we're still taking this ride out on the loop to test
functionality. It sounds very good and has some definite giddy up
which we temper to check things like lights, radio, and gauges.
With the exception of the clock and reverse lights, everything
functions as intended and we're looking for a hill to jump.
You might want to read up on the story of the real car over at
Mecum.com because when you show up, people are going to want to
learn all about it and your dedication to one of the most iconic
screen cars in the history of cinema. Let's say Bullitt never
existed, you'd still have a fantastic car with a great spec in one
of the most desirable body styles in the collector world, and for
good reason. It's an incredible design that simply works on every
level.
8F02C129557
8-1968
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
02-Mustang Fastback
C-289ci 2bbl V8
129557-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 63A-Mustang Fastback, Standard Buckets
COLOR F-Gulfstream Aqua
TRIM 2A-Black Standard Vinyl Buckets
DATE 21D-April 21st
DSO 33-Detroit
AXLE 2-Ford 8" 2.79 Conventional
TRANS 1-3 Speed Manual
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