Vehicle Description
The great thing about early Mustangs is that almost no two are
alike, even from the factory. They're also extremely easy to modify
with great results, and it's almost impossible to build an ugly
one. This great-looking 1966 Ford Mustang coupe offers an awesome
color combination and a few upgrades that turn it into a great
cruiser that will be welcome just about anywhere.
The gorgeous code Z Sauterne Gold paint is this car's original
color, which is probably why it looks so right on the stylish coupe
body. No, it's not original (not even close) but that doesn't mean
it doesn't look awesome now that it's rendered in modern finishes.
It was finished a while ago, and thanks to careful maintenance and
quality work, it still looks quite good today and the guy who did
the work should be extremely proud of himself. There have been no
questionable modifications to the body, no goofy hood scoops
grafted on, no silly wings, just well-executed details and a nice
finish that makes this Mustang stand out in a crowd. Details are
crisp, including the 289 badges on the front fenders, quarter panel
trim moldings, and the bright strip along the rocker that ties it
all together. While not exactly subtle with those big wheels, the
finished product is handsome and restrained in a very positive
way.
The lovely Parchment and Ivy Gold buckets make for a very classic
and elegant combination, taking the Mustang away from simple
all-American muscle and adding a bit of continental flair. Tan
seats with dark carpets are actually this car's original setup, and
when it was restored, everything was faithfully put back to
factory-correct condition. The 5-gauge instrument panel became
standard equipment in 1966, and while the gauges themselves are
probably original, they still work properly and look decent. The
fat steering wheel feels great in your hands and I bet you didn't
know that the Mustang was the first car to offer seat belts as
standard equipment. Beyond the steering wheel wrap, the only other
non-stock addition is an AM/FM/cassette stereo in the original
radio's location, and no dashboard panels were harmed in the
installation. There's also a correct mat and spare tire cover in
the trunk, making it look quite complete and ready to enjoy.
The engine is a C-code 289 cubic inch V8 that's been freshened and
tweaked a bit. Wearing Ford Blue paint, finned valve covers, and a
4-barrel carburetor, it looks great and runs superbly, just as
you'd hoped. The rest of the engine bay is just as well finished,
with satin black on the inner fenders and firewall and a correct
radiator up front. Start it up and it fires quickly, idles well,
and has a great small-block eagerness that the big block cars
always lacked. Underneath, it's original but quite tidy, with a
nice-sounding dual exhaust system, some new front end components,
and clean floors with no surprises. A C4 3-speed automatic handles
the gears, driving the original 8-inch rear end which carries tall
2.80 gears that make this a great highway cruiser. Those big
17-inch Ridler wheels recall period Torque Thrusts and wear
staggered 215/45/17 front and 245/45/17 rear performance
radials.
There are still some very nice Mustangs out there for not a lot of
money. This one packs a throaty V8 that moves with real authority,
a beautiful interior, and an eye-catching paint job that will look
great in your driveway. Call today!