1965 Ford Mustang Fastback- 2025 Autorama 1st Place Winner- #257
January 2025 Issue Hemmings Muscle Machines Cover Car- Built by
MotorCity Grind of Detroit, MI- Frame Off Custom Build-
363ci Crate Engine V8- 5 Speed Manual Transmission- Coilover
Suspension- 4 Wheel Disc Brakes- Blue and Orange Exterior- Black
Interior- 1,614 Miles Recorded Since BuiltThe 1965 Ford Mustang
Fastback is a classic example of the first-generation Mustang
transformed into a purpose-built performance machine. This example
has received a frame-off custom build and is finished in a striking
blue and orange livery inspired by the competition Mustangs of the
era. The fastback body style gives the car its unmistakable
profile, while the race-inspired graphics and period-style details
emphasize its motorsports character.Power comes from a 363ci crate
V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The
larger-displacement V8 provides a substantial performance upgrade
over the original Mustang powertrains, while the manual
transmission keeps the driving experience engaging. The engine is
complemented by a coilover suspension setup and four-wheel disc
brakes, giving this Mustang the hardware to match its
competition-inspired appearance.The exterior wears a light blue and
orange finish accented by an extensive vintage racing-style livery,
including the No. 20 roundels, B/P markings, sponsor graphics, and
contrasting orange lower bodywork. The aggressive presentation is
completed by period-inspired wheels, a performance-oriented stance,
and the iconic Mustang grille, hood, and fastback roofline.Inside,
the car features a black interior with a distinctly
performance-focused character. The cabin complements the exterior
without distracting from the car's competition-inspired theme,
while the manual transmission places the driver directly in control
of the 363ci V8.With its frame-off custom construction, 363ci crate
V8, 5-speed manual transmission, coilover suspension, four-wheel
disc brakes, and distinctive blue-and-orange racing livery, this
1965 Ford Mustang Fastback combines classic Mustang styling with
the performance-focused character of a vintage road-racing
machine.
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