Vehicle Description
When Ford introduced the Ford Mustang in 1964 and instant love
affair with the American Pony Car was born. The mustang was
smaller, lighter, and more nimble that any American manufacturer
had produced thus far. This coupled with its fresh design, the Ford
Mustang became a must have among the American public. 1967 marked a
pivotal year for the Mustang, as this was the first time since the
first generation made its debut that vast changes were made to the
Mustang. Making it larger and having many more engine options than
before. It also eliminated some things that did not make sense.
1968 was just the same and by this point, Ford had found the next
best thing and had very little for competition comparatively. In
mid-February 1968, the California Ford Dealers (Ford Dealer
Advertising Fund) began to market a factory-built, limited-edition
Mustang, called the GT/CS, or "California Special". The hope was
for a targeted production run of 5,000; however, only 4118 were
made, including 251 units that were remarketed in Denver, Colorado,
as "High Country Special '68". Production ran for only 5.5 months
from mid-February 1968 to early August 1968.
GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this beautiful example of a
1968 Ford Mustang California Special. This Mustang comes in having
a recent restoration and what is believed to be 59,761 miles is in
a handsome Royal Maroon with white side stripes. The body on the
GT/CS is identified by the trunk lid and quarter extension, tail
lights which are shared with the Shelbys, pop-off gas cap, side
scoops which are for effect, not function, blacked out grille, fog
lights, competition style hood locks. All of these are there and
looking fantastic. This Mustang has the 4.9L 302 J-code V8 that
starts up and runs like a pony. The 4-speed the interior is in
Black vinyl and has no visible rips, tears, or punctures, the car
has air condition but does need a recharge, or then that the radio,
heat, and the rest of the accessories function great. This is a
truly great example of one of the rarer Mustangs and with the
extremely clean underbody and engine compartment, this is one that
has a whole lot of life left!
To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please
visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
