Highlights

Early ‘65 Mustang, beautifully specified
Desirable 200bhp 4.7L 289CI C-Code V8
Recent £5,000 in maintenance and new parts

The Appeal

The Mustang was an immediate hit - and had already catapulted itself into the public consciousness by 1965, but that uniquely petrol-headed crowd was a crowd that wanted the best of the best, so Ford lined up plenty of upgrades and personalisation options during the car's lifespan - indeed, it's a tradition they're still carrying today.

This early '65 'Notchback' is a key example. The original buyer back in '65 clearly had discerning taste, packing the car with the highly desirable C-Code 289Ci 4.7-Litre V8. That's good for 200bhp, and firmly places the pony car into very muscular territory. It's hard to imagine just how many people it's impressed in its time!

Sympathetically restored in recent years, the gunmetal livery and burgundy cabin are still remarkably evocative, and presented in good overall condition. Over £5,000 has been spent in recent years.

History and Paperwork

Built in 1965 in Dearborn, Michigan
First registered in the UK in October 2018
Car has covered very few miles since the last MOT test
Historic Vehicle that is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
Last MOT expired in February 2019 with 82,708 miles showing on test
V5c document
2018 MOT certificate
A selection of invoices
Currently indicates 83,036 miles on a five-figure odometer

Recent parts fitted include:

Carburettor
Leads
Shocks
Plugs
Oil
Radiator sensor
New bumpers

The Condition

Stylish dark grey metallic in presentable order
Some light chips, cracks and marks across the car
Some flaking around one of the arches, exposing the old paint underneath
A dent is visible to the rear left-hand arch
Sport stripes and badging all in good order
Wheels look in good order, shod in a set of Toyo tyres
Underside is in good order with no significant corrosion
Interior trim is excellent with a rich red tone
No signs of rips or tears to the seats
All instruments are clean and well-presented
Some sagging to the headlining
Door cards look in good order

The Mechanics

289CI 4.7 L small block V8 C-Code powerplant
3-speed automatic transmission
Partly restored with some new components
Reported to start, shift and brake well
A brake servo could enhance the driving experience
Some attention to improve steering is recommended
Ultimately, this is a good base for entry into classic Mustang ownership, that will only be improved with further restoration

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