Vehicle Description
1968 Ford Mustang Hardtop
The logo of the car is a Mustang horse galloping from right to left
and it was created by automotive designer Philip Thomas Clark. The
horse has a strong connection to the American West, but the
symbolism may run deeper. According to some lore, the horse
represents American expansion and freedom. Others say the logo is
moving to the left because Clark was right handed and it was easier
for him to draw that way. Either way, the design stuck, and the
horse still runs today!
For consignment, a 1968 Ford Mustang Hardtop with a title verified
61,096 actual miles and a storied history that is well documented.
After being recovered from a 26 slumber in an Iowa barn and
acquired by our consignors, many parts were replaced. Everything
from motor mounts, steering gear, gas fill pipe, shock absorbers,
to normal wear stuff like tires, plugs, and brakes were replaced.
After all the sorting, our consignor kept it out of rain, snow, and
salt and enjoyed 1,200 wonderful miles. Add in that according to
the Deluxe Marti Report, this example is one of 481 Golden Nugget
Specials built, not that you'd notice at first glance with the
color and interior change, and we have a sure fire winner
Exterior
Repainted with two stage Tahoe Turquoise, this pony car now
glistens in the light and wears a sharply contrasting black vinyl
roof. For 1968, Ford no longer appears on the hood and side markers
make their debut on the breed. And while we're in profile, you'll
note the side faux vent has been restyled for '68, making it more
narrow than previous years, and sleeker. Mustang emblems now appear
on the fenders and the chrome trim on the grille is slightly
different from 1967. 14-inch Styled Steel wheels carry 195/70R14
tires with a date code of late 2021. The bright work on the car is
fantastic, from the chrome bumpers to the window and C-pillar trim,
to the handles and mirrors, (a passenger side mirror was added).
And the paint is good too with the only imperfections being a few
bubbles on the lower part of a door.
Interior
Newer black and white vinyl door panels create a striking gateway
to the cabin, where we find tan and white bucket seats in very good
condition and a rear bench that's also nice. Mustang's new "energy
absorbing" steering wheel, this one restored, is up front with a
sporty design and the galloping horse, all leading to the
bi-colored dash, black over white with the main gauges positioned
to overlap both layers with black faced dials and red needles, with
a series of smaller gauges positioned on the upper dash. The tidy
dash includes an AM radio in the center and an overhanging dash
pad, all in great shape. Mustang's typical T-handle shifter rises
from the floor where newer black loop carpet coats the floor
contrasted by the light colored headliner above, also newer. In the
trunk, a new mat fills the space, matched by a spare cover and jack
bag.
Drivetrain
The show must go on, and so it does with a clean engine and engine
bay housing a 289ci V8, the recipient of all new tune up items,
(plugs, wires, cap, coil), and rebuilt power steering. It's fueled
by a 2-barrel carburetor and mated to a C4 3-speed automatic
transmission sending power to the Ford 8" rear with 2.79 gears.
There's a newer master cylinder and front brakes, part of the four
corner drum set up.
Undercarriage
Plenty clean and dry underneath with a mix of original, driver
quality surfaces and some new components. The exhaust was installed
in 2021 and runs through a pair of stock style mufflers before
exiting under the rear valance through polished tips. Suspension
consists of coil springs up front and leaf springs in the rear.
Drive-Ability
Our consignor describes his experience as "driving pleasure,
drawing lots of looks, and providing plenty of fun" and we're not
going to argue one bit. This is a straight and clean car with a
high energy color and handsome vinyl top. It's a quick starter that
handles, stops, and accelerates well. All functional items on the
car operate as they should and it's back to the stables we go,
ready to put this pony onto our indoor show field. 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.
Death, taxes, and well sorted classic Mustangs selling at Classic
Auto Mall. All sure things in the world. It is perhaps America's
most iconic classic car. Everyone can recognize it. Everybody wants
one at some point in their life. And finding nice, original type
examples is getting more difficult each year. Come see this
turquoise trotter today or register your interest with a simple
phone call to the mall. Here's the number, 888-227-0914.
8RO1C130098
8-1968
R-San Jose, CA Assy Plant
01-Mustang Hardtop
C-289ci 2bbl V8
130098-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 65-Mustang Hardtop, Standard Vinyl Buckets
PAINT Y5-Sunlit Gold
TRIM 2Y-Nugget Gold Standard Vinyl Buckets
DATE 17A-January 17th
DSO 741111-Seattle, Special Order Gold Nugget Special
AXLE 2-Ford 8" 2.79 Conventional
TRANS W-C4 Automatic
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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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