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Here we have another stunning 1966 Ford Mustang V8 Convertible, LHD, finished in Red with Red Pony interior. This is a V8 car matched to the Automatic Gearbox, making this a really easy to drive cruiser! She is showing 81k Miles on the clock and is in a Full Restored and Beautiful condition! She benefits from a brand new crate 351 ATK Engine and Gearbox, Disc Brakes, Power Steering, Holley Carb and looks amazing!
Ford created a new class of car almost overnight with the introduction of the Mustang part way through the 1964 season, catching the rest of the US auto industry off guard. Brainchild of Lee Iacocca - subsequent saviour of the Chrysler Corporation – the Mustang is one of the most remarkable automotive success stories of modern times and arguably the pinnacle of his long career with Ford. Showcased at the New York World’s Fair on April 17th 1964, the Ford Mustang proved a runaway sales success thanks to the sheer degree of personalisation that it offered would-be purchasers. Arriving just four months later, the 1965 model year range added a new bodystyle and even more drivetrain, paint and interior options. Gracing the front of everything from economy-orientated, straight-six engined notchbacks through to thinly veiled, V8-powered fastback racers via oh-so-cool convertibles, the Mustang’s ‘galloping horse’ motif was soon ingrained within American culture. Although, conceived for the domestic market the original ‘pony car’ proved sufficiently appealing for the Blue Oval to sell it on this side of The Atlantic as well.
Aimed at the affluent young, for whom a car was as much a lifestyle statement as means of transport, the Mustang succeeded brilliantly, achieving sales in excess of a quarter million by the end of '64. This remarkable debut was followed by a staggering 524, 791 sales in 1965, earning Ford a fortune. The secret of the Mustang's success was a broad appeal that extended beyond the target market thanks to a great value-for-money package combining sporty looks, decent economy and brisk performance. Mustangs could be ordered in specifications ranging from six-cylinder 'economy' to V8-powered luxury, while customers could choose from an extensive range of factory options with the result that seldom are two Mustangs identical.
This outstanding First Generation 1966 Mustang Convertible presents beautifully throughout and has to be one of the best colour combinations. Understood to have been in long term ownership for 15 years to July 2020 by its first UK owner and only 1 further keeper since. This car started life as a V6 hardtop but during the Full Restoration the body was was changed to Convertible and the engine to a new V8! The history file documents invoices for servicing and upgrades in excess of £7000 carried out by The Mustang Workshop, Hampshire and has covered a mere 800 miles since. Fitted with a new Ford Small Block V8 5. 7L / 351 cu. in engine by ATK High Performance Engines, and new Ford C4 4-speed automatic gearbox shipped in from the States. New Holly four barrel carburettor with low profile air cleaner, Pro-Street pulleys and aluminium race radiator. Our car also has Power Steering, Koni Suspension, Retro Sound In Dash Radio, Pioneers Speakers, 4 Wheel Power Disc Brakes, Power Hood, Water Temp, Volt and Oil Pressure Meters, Mustang Rubber Overmats, Rally-Pac Tachometer and Clock, GT Front Grill!
This is a stunning example that will appeal to enthusiast and collector alike in the best colour combination of Signal Flare Red coachwork, all-red Pony interior and contrasting white hood. A truly exceptional First Generation Mustang that cannot fail to impress, In fact she was last sold for £40k a couple of years ago! Clearly cherished examples such as this do not become available very often and is one not to be missed.
