Description
1965 Ford Mustang Coupe 289 V8 Auto. 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. The specification includes - front Wilwood Disc brakes, Power steering, Adjustable rear shocks and GT Rear Valance.
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!
History and Paperwork
· Built in 1965 in Dearborn, Michigan
· First registered in the UK in October 2018
· Historic Vehicle that is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
· V5c document
· 2018 MOT certificate
· A selection of invoices
· Currently indicates 83, 036 miles on a five-figure odometer
· Early ‘65 Mustang, beautifully specified
· Desirable 200bhp 4. 7L 289CI C-Code V8
· Recent £5, 000 in maintenance and new parts
Recent parts fitted include:
· Carburettor
· Leads
· Shocks
· Plugs
· Oil
· Radiator sensor
· New bumpers
. New Steering box fitted by ourselves
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 rips or tears to the seats
· All instruments are clean and well-presented
· Some sagging to the headlining
· Door cards 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.
· A brake servo could enhance the driving experience.
Taken in part exchange, this is not our usual standard of classic here at Retro, however this Mustang is a good base for entry into classic Mustang ownership that will only be improved with further restoration.
