Vehicle Description
1964 � Ford Mustang Hardtop
There were several names proposed before the Mustang was given its
famous moniker. These included Cougar, Panther, Colt, Stiletto,
Comet, Allegro and many more. Even Ford couldn't have predicted how
successful the car would be. On the opening day, 22,000 units were
sold, and dealerships were taking waiting lists for several days
after. The 64 � sports several cues that were refined in 1965. Some
of these are a large horn within the engine compartment, a
generator in lieu of an alternator, specific louvering in the
radiator support, no carpeting filling the gap between the rocker
panel and the sill plate, and a center off fan position for the
heater control.
For consignment, a 1964 � Ford Mustang hardtop with a title
verified 70,430 actual miles. It has many new parts towards fully
sorting it out and retains the colors it was born with. This car
was delivered to the Philadelphia district sales office, so you
know this Mustang might have a bit of Italian Stallion toughness
built in!
Exterior
Ford serves up this player in Wimbledon White and who doesn't love
that color? It's not as bright as your Amana refrigerator from the
80's and that's the point. It's not perfect as we'll learn and
makes this a driver that just happens to be an iconic American
classic too. The mesh grille changed in 1966 and the body line on
the hood, known as a stiffening skirt, was specific to the 64 � and
is present here. The side body lines form more visual interest than
function and terminate at a faux vent in front of the rear wheel.
The chrome bumpers are in great shape, but some of the emblems and
other metal work are less than perfect. 14-inch aluminum slot
wheels veer from pure stock configuration but look good other than
needing a good polish. One wheel has a notch carved from a curb.
Imperfections in the paint include rough surface on rocker panel,
several areas of cracking paint, often in seams, and occasionally
with evidence of some rust peaking through, but not bubbled.
Cracking is evident at both C-pillars, a common Mustang malady.
Interior
Trim #85 lives on in the Red interior of the original pony car
beginning with vinyl door cards styled with swooping borders and a
pleat stitched insert in good shape with black marks on the
driver's lower panel. Very nice low back vinyl bucket seats occupy
the front with chrome frames and a pleated pattern that continues
in the back seat, also robust and ahead of a pair of speakers on
the package shelf. A shiny red steering wheel with slight patina
fronts that standard dash, also not perfect, with two round gauges
flanking the horizontal speedometer that tops out at 120 and a
tachometer has been added. And just when the black backed gauge
cluster offers contrast to the red, it's back to the red dash pad
and main dash structure where an AM/FM radio finds its home in the
center. This is to the left of the black door of the glove box and
ahead of a white knobbed Hurst shifter mounted on the floor and
surrounded by fading red looped carpet. In this area, you'll also
find an added triple gauge set to monitor engine systems.
Drivetrain
A big aluminum radiator is a newer addition to the clean engine bay
and shares space with a 302ci V8 topped by a Weiand intake and
Demon 4-barrel carburetor and its chrome topped and branded air
cleaner. You can't see it, but the valve cover and intake gaskets
are newer and the wiring harness was replaced. A dual reservoir
master cylinder was added along with hoses to activate the newer
front disc conversion and rear drums. A Toploader 4-speed manual
transmission rows the rebuilt gears in the Ford 8" rear. That's
right, three pedals!
Undercarriage
It's a mix of old and new underneath with a driver quality
presentation. The suspension has been replaced with new control
arms, springs, shocks, sway bar bushings, pitman arm, and shackles.
Leaf springs remain in the back while a dual exhaust system meets
stock style mufflers before exiting via bevel cut tips out back.
There's a bit of residual oil on the rear differential, and quite a
bit more on the transmission. Our consignor says the floorboard on
the driver's side has been patched, but a new, proper patch will
come with the car.
Drive-Ability
A healthy howl is emitted from the exhaust as the 302 fires up and
we track our way onto the test loop. Handling lacks the typical
creaking you might hear in old cars as the underside is well sorted
and tight. That, along with decent acceleration, tracking, and very
good braking make this car a winner. And bonus, every functional
item provided in the car works as it should. While Classic Auto
Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of
our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working
at the time of your purchase.
Take center court with this Wimbledon White first year Ford Mustang
that outside of some minor cosmetic issues, presents with an
athletic character that would eventually become legend. Are you
going to be like John McEnroe and fight the urge, or will you be
Pete Sampras and proceed with finesse? The ball's in your
court!
5F07F134120
5-1965
D-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
07-Mustang Hardtop
F-200ci 1bbl I6
134120-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 65-Mustang Hardtop, Standard Buckets
COLOR M-Wimbledon White
TRIM 85-Red Standard Vinyl Buckets
DATE 13E-May 13th 1st Year
DSO 23-Philadelphia
AXLE 1-3.00 Conventional
TRANS 6-C4 Automatic
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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