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 showing 10,083 miles,
but the true miles are unknown. Owned by our consignor since 1989,
the car was the recipient of a rotisserie restoration and
everything from engine to interior was addressed. The work has been
done and the driver's seat is now open for the next steward of this
great car, which will come to you with a binder full of
receipts.
Exterior
Modern two stage process was used to apply the Rangoon Red paint
and throughout our survey, we were not able to find imperfections.
The metal work is in great shape as well including the window
frames, grille surround, bumpers, and subtle rear fender duct. Trim
around the rear fascia accentuates the shape of it and along with
the concave panel and three part tail lights, shows a tail end that
can be mistaken for nothing else. To call it legendary would not be
hyperbole. Inboard fog lights help define the front and sit
adjacent to the galloping horse, all proud of the inset headlights.
15-inch Polished American Racing Torque Thrust wheels are a nice
choice here and help tie the metallic feature together, wrapped in
staggered size tires.
Interior
Black vinyl door panels are enhance with the use of simulate
woodgrain trim and a silver lining, both presenting cleanly. The
low back bucket seats and the rear bench also are in show worthy
condition and show no wear. A three spoke Billet Specialties
steering wheel spruces things up a bit for the driver, and wood
once again dresses the instrument cluster on the dash, here with
modernized gauges with digital readouts and backlit in blue. There
is some separation of the vinyl framing of the center stack, where
an AM/FM radio with digital read out is embedded over the storage
door which leads to the center console. Here, a Hurst shifter rises
proudly in a clean base with a cubby for seat belt buckles. Black
loop carpet covers the floor, and speakers now occupy the sidewalls
of the footwells while an overhead console on the ceiling, along
with a clean headliner. The trunk is barren and allows easy access
to the gas tank and fuel pump.
Drivetrain
Decked out for show and go, the bay glistens with chrome, housing a
347ci stroker V8 with a roller cam, Edelbrock heads, electronic
fuel injection and an Edelbrock intake. It's mated to a Tremec
TKO500 5-speed manual transmission sending power to the Ford 9" in
back with 3.50 gears. Brakes get an upgrade too, with disc all
around provided by Stainless Steel Corp up front and Wilwood in
back. A/C is here with a polished compressor adding to the cosmetic
appeal of the engine.
UndercarriagSuper clean underneath with the bare minimum surface
rust, no oil, and uniformly black beyond the exhaust and engine
components. We note a welded repair to the frame at the front cross
member. Dual exhaust comes off of headers, hits an H-pipe, then
runs through FlowMaster mufflers before exiting via straight pipes
in the back. Performance Plus suspension is utilized for the coil
spring suspension up front while leaf springs and Caltrac bars are
employed in back.
Drive-Ability
If horses could roar, this would be it. The Mustang fires up with a
healthy exhaust note and we row the Hurst into first and out onto
the test loop. We don't have dyno numbers, but there's obvious
power on hand. The brake and suspension improvements are welcome
changes to the '68 and deliver great handling and seat belt
cinching power stops. We note the fog lights and horn are not
working but all other items operate as they 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.
After seven years in business, here's what we know. 1968 Mustangs
are consistent hot sellers at Classic Auto Mall. Fastback or coupe,
stock or restomod, they simply don't last long here. This is a well
sorted '68 combining some modern upgrades with some vintage pieces
and is just as clean as could be. Think about it, but don't dwell
too long. Someone is already dialing our number!
8R01T139036
8-1968
R-San Jose, CA Assy Plant
01-Mustang Hardtop
T-200ci I6
139036-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
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.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and
we do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with host
Stewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trends
in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and
automotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tune
in each week to the Classic Auto Mall Podcast wherever you enjoy
listening. You can also watch on YouTube!
