Finished in Tahoe Turquoise Metallic over an Aqua and Parchment Pony interior, this 1966 Ford Mustang has just had a rotisserie restoration back to nearly new condition. This car did not just get a new paint job and mechanical refresh. The car had a comprehensive, photo documented, nut and bolt restoration.
Starting with a solid, Southern example, the car was stripped down to a bare metal unibody. The car received new quarter panels and the rest of the metal was solid and rust free. From there, it received body work from front to rear and a sparkling new base/clear paint job. The car has excellent body gaps, and is clean as a whistle from top to bottom. All of the stainless trim has been replaced as has the chrome. As with any complete restoration, all of the rubber is new as well. Also new are all the lights, light bezels, and grill. The undercarriage was refinished in the correct red oxide primer, and the engine compartment is finished in satin black. The interior floors and firewall were painted body color and have both been covered in sound damping/heat resistant material.
The car has a completely new interior kit using the desirable Pony appointments. The steering column has been converted to a new tilt unit and the car has a restored console as well. Under the dash you will find neatly run wiring from Painless, and keeping the passengers cool is a AC system from Old Air Products. It runs on 134A and uses modern components. A Custom Autosound vintage looking radio plays your tunes via two speakers mounted in custom kick panels. All of the handles, dials and knobs are new and the speedometer cluster has been restored. The power convertible top is brand new as are the pump, hydraulic cylinders and lines.
The 289 CI V8 engine was a complete teardown/ rebuild and new uses an Edelbrock intake and Edelbrock carb with Petronix electronic ignition. It runs like a top and maintains a consistent 180 degree running temp. The transmission is a 4 speed Top loader and the rear end is a rebuilt 9" with 3.00 gears that are perfect for highway use.
The entire suspension has been rebuilt from front to rear and the brakes have been upgraded with a front disc setup that uses a dual bowl master cylinder. Everything has been replaced including the shocks, ball joints, tie rods, all suspension bushings, springs and steering lines. The car has a comfortable ride that feels crisp and new. Aiding the ride is a modern radial tire and the Magnum wheels set off the look.
There are a lot of Mustangs out there, but if you look closely, most are lacking in the quality area. If you are looking for a totally restored car that is ready to roll, this Pony is for you. "Neigh!"
