Vehicle Description
1966 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 it you were
seeking the fountain of youth. The 1966 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.
For consignment, a 1966 Ford Mustang convertible with a title
verified 77,285 actual miles. This is a nice example with original
sheet metal and glass, according to our consignor and colors that
match the door tag codes. Who's up for some fun and adventure?
Exterior
One repaint according to our consignor sometime in the 70's, but
the single stage Candy Apple Red is still looking great, nicely
contrasted of course by the white canvas soft top. 14-inch wheels
wear the correct wheel covers and, in this case, some old whitewall
tires. The side body lines terminate at the ornamental three ribbed
duct in the quarter panel while the Mustang emblem and name ride
the front. Out back, it's nothing but iconic design with tail
lights that can be mistaken for none other and reverse lights set
in the valance. The gas cap on the latch panel breaks up the run of
red and sets the tone while the plastic back window is clear. The
front is unmistakable as well and ranks high as one of the most
popular classic cars in the history of classic cars. Rocker panel
trim completes that fantastic design and that's where we find a bit
of paint runs, the only imperfection we can find on the
exterior.
Interior
Black vinyl door cards, just as Ford designers put them together,
present cleanly on both sides and the black palette continues with
the bucket seats with woven pattern inserts, shared by the rear
bench, and all in very good condition. Everything from the steering
wheel, instrument cluster, dashboard, AM radio, and vent levers
present as original. A center console houses the Ford T-shifter and
is adorned with a ribbed silver stripe down the center. Looped
carpet on the floor does show some areas of fading but is fully
intact and topped by Mustang branded rubber mats while the trunk
enjoys the presence of plaid vinyl mat that was the trend in this
period. A spare is also on board.
Drivetrain
Looking very original is the 200ci inline 6 cylinder, good for 120
horsepower and topped by a 1-barrel carburetor. A C4 3-speed
automatic transmission is behind it and sends power to the 7.25"
rear with 2.83 gears. Drum brakes are on all four wheels.
Undercarriage
Driver quality but generally clean underneath, she has some typical
surface rust but none of the nasty stuff. Also some residual oil on
the pans and some on the rear differential which may be coming from
the pinion seal. A single exhaust runs through a stock style
muffler before terminating in the back and suspension is made up of
coil springs up front and leaf springs in the back.
Drive-Ability
Into the legend we go and the six cylinder does what it's been
doing for 59 years, starts! We're taking it easy on this lap as the
tires are old and note the car pulls left likely due to these tired
tires. Beyond that, the car runs well and all functions afforded to
the driver 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.
Get in line, in fact get to the head of the line. There is no doubt
that convertible classic Mustangs are a top seller at Classic Auto
Mall and this one represents an incredible opportunity to purchase
a very original car in great condition. Seriously, don't sleep on
this too many nights, because it won't be here long. Our job is to
make this car visible to the world, so you're competing with
roughly 8 billion people. Are you dialing yet?
6F08T383018
6-1966
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
08-Mustang Convertible
T-200ci 1bbl 120hp I6
383018-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 76A-Mustang Convertible, Standard Vinyl Buckets
COLOR T-Candy Apple Red
TRIM 26-Black Standard Vinyl Buckets
DATE 15F-June 15th
DSO 16-Philadelphia
AXLE 2-Ford 7 1/4" 2.83 Conventional
TRANS 6-C4 Automatic
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.
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