For Sale: 1966 Ford Mustang in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

"Through 1966, Ford didn't update the Mustang significantly, but this changed as the general public got used to Ford's landmark car. Additionally, Ford had a looming competition to worry about that was set to debut in 1967: the Chevrolet Camaro. Before the Camaro, Ford was only competing with the Dodge Dart and Plymouth Barracuda. The Ford Motor Company's executives knew that they needed to update the Mustang to address the Chevrolet's approaching car, and the company also needed to improve upon the Mustang to meet the public's desire for more power, size, and luxury." Classicins.com

For consignment, a 1966 Ford Mustang convertible showing 19,657 miles but true miles are unknown. Our consignor states that these are the mileage since the car's nut and bolt 2 year professional restoration that was completed in 2001. The restoration is well documented and you will get the car with a large folder of receipts.

Exterior
Can't miss Candy Apple Red blankets this sweet ride with contrasting white canvas soft top and 15-inch Styled Steel wheels enhancing the profile. Those wheels include a red center cap and are wrapped in red line 215/65R15 tires with a late 2023 date code. Up front, the hood is adorned with a central scoop and hood pins, both hinting at what could be lurking below. If you look closely, you can read "three deuces" in dark red decals on the scoop while the 302 emblem still resides on the fenders and another on the rear bumper. While we're back here, we take note of the blue dot tail lights and angle cut dual exhaust tips. Overall paint and trim are very nice. Imperfections include a corrected chip on the passenger door, gap issues with the hood, corrected chips on the hood, orange peel on the left headlight surround, various other chips, scratches, paint runs, as well as rock chips on the front apron. There are a few minor scratches on the bumper.

Interior
Red door panels, in deluxe configuration, are in great shape and each features a ribbed insert and courtesy light. Inside, red bucket seats are augmented by the wild Mustang herd stamped into the saddle trim piece and this also appears on the rear 2+2 seats. Other than a small hole in the grain vinyl of the driver's seat, all present in clean condition. The wood rimmed steering wheel matches the instrument cluster faceplate where a combination of stock and aftermarket gauges appear, joined by an added triple pod under the dash. Along with the dash pad and wood faced glove box, it's all in nice condition, a grade that continues to the center console where the white knobbed shifter rises to the task at hand and cupholders have been added for that modern touch. Our red carpet below is in fine shape and includes Mustang branded mats, while the trunk houses the battery box, a vinyl floor covering, and the red tonneau for the soft top.

Drivetrain
The bay is a fantastic showcase for the modified engine and includes lots of chrome and polished pieces including ceramic coated headers and finned Cobra valve covers. It's a 302ci V8, bored .030 over, balanced and blueprinted with a HiPo spec cam and three 2-barrel carburetors on a Ford intake. There's a high volume oil pump, an electric fuel pump, aluminum radiator with electric fans, and lots of hi-po internal parts. It's mated to a T5 5-speed manual transmission with a Ram clutch sending power to a Ford 9" in back with 3.50 gears and Equalock.

Undercarriage
More functional than showy, the underside includes 2.5" dual exhaust through Xlerator mufflers, rack and pinion steering, power disc brakes up front, and power drums in back. Suspension includes coil springs in front with leaf springs in back. The knuckles and pans are clean.

Drive-Ability
You'd never know this example started life as an inline 6 with a one barrel carburetor! She fires up with a healthy roar and rolls out onto the loop where it exhibits a strong running drivetrain and good acceleration. Shifts are crisp, braking is on point, and tracking is straight as an arrow. All functions on board, including the AM/FM/Cassette/CD radio, all work as they should and it's back to the stable for this red stallion. 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.

It's hard to find any fault with this car. We'll keep it short here. If you're in the market for an attractive and well built '66 drop top, gallop over to the phone and give our car specialists a call!

6T08T130336

6-1966
T-Metuchen, NJ Assy Plant
08-Mustang Convertible
T-200ci 1bbl I6
130336-Sequential Unit Number

BUCK TAG

D-Dealer Order
114-Rotation Number
17-Welding Bay Number
K13-October 13th
6T08T130336-VIN
76A-Mustang Convertible, Standard Buckets
T-Candy Apple Red
25-Dark Red With Red Trim Standard Buckets
RM-Remote Mirror
Top T Clear-Tan Top, Clear Back Window

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. All prices are before state, city and county tax, tag, title and license fees. Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. Classic Auto Mall is not responsible for errors and omissions. Please verify listings with dealer. Vehicles may require VIN verification and/or safety and emissions inspections to transfer ownership and register the vehicle in the declared state of residence. Please check with your local DMV office to ensure compliance with your states titling and registration process.

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