After a successful launch at the New York World’s Fair in April 1964, sales of the Ford Mustang exploded for the next 2 ½ years. By the time the last bell rang in 1966, more than 607,000 copies were built that year alone. A tip from Mitchell G., this nice pony began life as a basic six-cylinder model but was upgraded later with a V8. Located in Milton, Vermont, this not-quite-perfect running machine is available here on craigslist for $23,000.

Back in the 1970s, I owned a Mustang like this one, though it was dark green. It had a gas-sipping 200 cubic inch I-6 with an automatic transmission. We’re told this red ‘Stang was produced with that same inline-6 but we’re betting it first had a 3-on-the-floor making the switch to a 4-speed less complicated. The seller says this Ford had a “proper” conversion, so that should mean that little things like 4-bolt wheels were swapped for the 5-bolt ones the 289 would have had.

We have no idea how many miles are on the V8 portion of this Ford, and there are no claims that the odometer reading of just 37,000 miles is real. It’s said to run well but needs some brake attention, new tires, and the horn fixed. Besides the brakes having been changed to discs in the front, the litany of new parts includes the voltage regulator, battery, fuel pump, and some minor stuff.

The seller thinks the paint is 30-40 years old, but looks good with the usual nicks and scratches. Of late this Mustang has stayed in the garage when not out on weekend drives. The price may be negotiable though the title is missing (parts of New England didn’t do titles in those days, so this may not be a big deal). The photos are few, but the seller says he/she can provide a broader selection for serious buyers (also a video).