Ford Mustangs are the most-popular collector cars, bar none, spurred on by nostalgic memories of Mustangs past and because, for a fairly reasonable price in most cases, one can look great driving a classic pony car that nearly everyone admires.
The Pick of the Day is a 1965 Ford Mustang GT fastback that stands out simply because it looks so great, with performance to back up its sporty look; it’s powered by a Hi-Po 289cid V8 with a 4-barrel carb, its 270 horsepower fed through a 4-speed manual transmission and 3.5:1 rear end.
But what really sets this one apart, aside from being a desirable fastback model from Mustang’s first full model year, is what appears in the photos with the ad to be an exquisite restoration, tastefully done, each element working together.
“Originally finished in Poppy Red, the exterior was stripped and repainted in silver in 2015,” according to the Mesa, Arizona, private seller advertising the Mustang on ClassicCars.com. “Exterior features part of the GT package includes black GT stripes on both sides, GT badges on the front fenders, fog lamps, a grille bar, and dual exhaust outlets that exit through the rear valance.”
Styled steel 14-inch wheels are mounted with new Coker redline tires, with the narrow stripes nicely contrasting with the silver paint. The Mustang came from the factory with the Special Handling Package, the seller says, which includes front disc brakes.
The Mustang’s interior also was changed over during the restoration, the seller adds.
“Originally trimmed in white vinyl, the interior now features black-vinyl upholstery with matching door panels,” the ad says. “Aftermarket floor mats protect the black carpeting, and wood trim is found on the 3-spoke steering wheel, center console, glovebox door, and instrument surround. An AM radio is equipped.
“Optional Rally-Pac gauges consist of a column-mounted clock and an 8,000-rpm tachometer. This is joined by factory 5-dial instrumentation including a 140-mph speedometer, an ammeter, and gauges for fuel level, water temperature, and oil pressure.”
The Mustang’s five-digit odometer shows 38,000 miles, “approximately 500 0f which were added by me,” the seller says, although total milage is unknown.
The asking price for this attractive Mustang is $32,000, and according to the specs, it should run as good as it looks.
To view this listing on ClassicCars.com, see Pick of the Day.
Is this a numbers matching car?
Thank you,
Nick
When someone takes on a restoration & then changes the paint color & interior color they are doing it to fit what they like but a true mustang person wants the restoration to be what it was “ born “ with. This Mustang looks very good but if it was born with the “Hi- Po” 289 and everything in the drivetrain is number matching it would have been wise to stay with the factory build.
I have tried to get a hold of this guy ever since he first listed it and no response ?
$32k for a restored ’65 k-code 4-speed fastback? Something is amiss (other than a color change from the original highly desirable poppy red and white interior).
Something does not add up here. !!
I have an interest in this GT
Bob I would expect you to do some kind of verification that this is not a scam before you post your article.
Much rather have poppy red/white!
i have restored 65 66 mustangs all my life what this gentleman did is perfectly right he has upped the value by puting on mustangs parts what aa great car right on dude. dannts mustangs canada.
Price seems too low for a K car. I would HIGHLY SUGGEST verifying all 3 VIN numbers up front
Is this Mustang still For Sale?
Does it have Air?
Email me back or call me @ (205) 765-4706
ASAP, THANK YOU
This car has been sold