Highlights

Very early ‘C code’ car
Full restoration project
Looks to be complete
All import duties and VAT paid
EU import documentation

The Appeal

The early first generation Mustangs are truly superb vehicles. With a meaty V8 drivetrain, before Ford started to add weight and strangle the engines in the early 70s, they really are a delightful and surprisingly fleet-footed machine.

What we have here is a very early ‘C code’ convertible Mustang. That means this was factory fitted with the 289ci two-barrel V8, offering a chunky 200hp – more than enough in what is, in reality, quite a small car.

With the attractive prospect of classic American V8 motoring and ‘million miles of sky’ views, this restoration project should surely be on the radar of anyone looking for a project this winter…

The History and Paperwork

1965 ‘C code’ vehicle
US title documents
EU import documentation
Full restoration project

The Interior

White vinyl upholstery to the seats, dashboard and door cards will all require restoration
The driver’s seat squab is quite badly torn
Black carpets run through the cabin and appear to be quite heavily worn
Instruments and controls appear to be complete, but will require some restoration to all items
It appears as it the majority of the trim is present, but it will require refurbishment
Boot floor appears to be nice and solid
Full-size spare wheel

The Exterior

Black paintwork is dulled and damaged with age and would benefit from being refreshed
The original black fabric hood has completely perished, although the frame appears to be intact
As far as we can see, the majority of the external trim and brightwork is present, but will need some refurbishment or replacement
The driver’s side front indicator unit is missing
All of the glass appears to be in good condition and undamaged
Steel wheels with chrome wheel covers, which appear to be in nice condition
Underneath the car looks to be fair, although is likely to require some remedial work
The sills appear to be nice, with no signs of major corrosion

The Mechanics

289ci (4,727cc) ‘Windsor’ two-barrel V8, offering 200bhp and 282lb-ft to the rear wheels when new
Three-speed automatic transmission
It should be noted that the car does not start and will need mechanical recommissioning
The engine bay looks quite tidy, with some new hoses and leads clearly having been fitted at some time, although most items have a layer of surface corrosion

Summary

If you’re after a good size project to see you through the winter months, we think this is a cracker. As an early ‘C code’ car, this is a desirable machine. With the added attraction of this being a convertible, it makes a great case for itself.

Why not build the Mustang you’ve always dreamed of and spend some glorious summer evenings cruising into the sunset, top down, V8 burbling and not a care in the world…

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