- Seller: Stephen D
- Location: Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California
- Mileage: 86,499 Shown
- Chassis #: 5F07D190765
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 289 4-Barrel V8
- Transmission: Automatic
Let’s start by clarifying the factual accuracy of the 1964.5 Mustang; I know, and you know, that there was technically no such thing. All Mustangs from the beginning of production until Ford closed down the line for the 1966 changeover were registered as 1965s. The Mustang community has differentiated between the two because there were some significant differences between generator cars (1964 1/2s) and alternator cars (1965s) and it’s less common to come across a ‘64.5; therefore, it’s always fun when you do. This Mustang is one of those generator cars with a “low-compression” D-Code 289 four barrel under the hood. Located in California, it’s a running and driving project that will need some bodywork, and it’s now listed as a Barn Finds Auction.
The good news is that the places you’d anticipate an early Mustang to rust are as solid as it gets, including the subframes, floors, and rockers. You can see by the transmission pan that this Mustang has a C4 automatic, as about half of them did for the ’65 model year.
The bad news is that the rust it does have is on the roof. Yes, this was originally a white car with a white vinyl top (I’m picturing it in my head, and I like it!). Unfortunately, the vinyl top did what vinyl tops do and held moisture. The rear window got the worst of it; however, the seller has included plenty of pictures of the car’s problem areas, so you know what you’re getting.
Mechanically, the car is in great shape. Before discovering the extent of the roof’s damage, the seller installed a new fuel tank, lines, and pump; a rebuilt carburetor; a new water pump, aluminum radiator, and hoses; a new master cylinder, wheel cylinders, and brake shoes; and a new starter.
The red interior (which must have looked really nice with the original Wimbledon White paint) is in pretty good shape. A new instrument cluster bezel and a red steering wheel would really make this interior look good.
The ’65 Mustang is one of the icons of American motoring, and that’s a good thing when it’s time to restore one. Having spent many hours in the garage welding on a ’65 Mustang of my own, I know that its incomparable parts availability makes a job like this much easier than it would be with almost any other car. If you have a welder at home and aren’t scared by a roof-skin replacement, this 289 Mustang might be for you. The seller has also included videos of the car, so give them a look and bid now on Barn Finds Auctions.
Bid On This Auction
Jim bid $3,650.00 2025-01-14 05:52:43
RenevH bid $3,000.00 2025-01-10 21:01:29
Anders bid $1,000.00 2025-01-07 12:15:25
Question, if purchasing a car from California do the license plates transfer over to the new owner if out of state?
Blue with red interior?some people have a taste for sh. ,
Just speaking as someone who has registered a lot of cars over the years, I don’t think you could transfer a license plate bought by an out of state owner and driven elsewhere than the original. I do like those black plates though, hang them on the wall of your garage. From one side I thought, that roof doesn’t look so bad why reskin it? Then I saw the other side and I was like whoa.
nice project but Im afraid what is under the paint? So much rust as the roof has? If you start to remove the rust you will always find more. Are there 2 layers of metal at the roof (inner and outside), do I see that correct at the pict? the outside must 100% be replaced, to much rust.
Is the sale of this Mustang affected by the California wildfires?
Hi Dan,
This is Stephen the seller.
The Mustang is in a safe area thank GOD!
Hi Stephen, good to hear that
If the auction ends without meeting reserve, does the high bidder then have the option to contact the seller (or seller the highest bidder)?
Hi RenevH,
Thanks for your question.
You would need to speak to Josh at Barn Finds to see what happens after the auction, if the reserve is met.
Have a great weekend!
Regards Stephen.
Hi RenevH,
Sorry I meant to say if the reserve is NOT met!
Thanks, Stephen.
:-) I did understand what you want to say.
I hope the reserve is not to far away. It is a major project, half of the metal of the car has to be replaced, back fender, roof, doors, trunkhood there are a lot of rustholes and a new roof is not easy to fit. It need then a new headliner, gaskets etc and a complete new paintjob. Not cheap. I always want a mustang. I hope technical etc is everything ok and floors etc not rusted out, not so much unexpected surprises?
Hi RenevH,
Good evening from Los Angeles.
With the list of negatives you listed, this is obviously not a car for you!
I suggest you go on eBay and buy a nice painted and ready to go Mustang for around $15,000.
All the problems you listed are fixable and someone who has the time and enjoys working on bodywork knows that.
So, please do not bid any more on the car and go and look elsewhere on the internet.
This Mustang is what it is and I have given you all the photos and details of what to expect there are no hidden secrets here.
I wish you all the best with your search for a running driving Mustang for $3000.
I just wondered are you originally from Europe?
Have a wonderful weekend!
Regards Stephen.
Hi Stephen,
I enjoy working and do the bodywork. I ve restored a number of cars before by myself. I was planning to bid more than the 3K, I know what mustangs are selling for but there is a big range what the seller is thinking his car is worth. You misunderstood my post. The reason for my last post was to get a feeling where the reserve is, is it far away from the actuall bid? If I understand your answer correct, I would say, yes, and because I live in europe and have to add also 2500 USD for shipping and expenses, Im out.
Thanks
Rene
HI RenevH,
Good morning from our beautiful city of Los Angeles where the skies are blue again, thanks to our brave fire fighters!
Yes, Rene I thought you were European by your questioning and comments.
So, THANK YOU for bidding on the Mustang, but because of shipping costs then this is NOT a car for you.
I was hoping someone in the Western States would buy the car and therefore not have to spend a lot of money on shipping!
I can always keep the car and put it back in storage with my other 12 classic cars and fix it later?
GOD BLESS YOU and I hope you find a Mustang that better suits your needs try eBay!
Regards Stephen.
I am the high bidder please contact me
Hi Jim,
Good evening from Los Angeles!
What is your phone number or email address?
Thanks Stephen.
Jim Heeter high bidder I am a chimney sweep in Ravenna OH you can search and find my info if it does not come through thanks