- Seller: Adam W (Contact)
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Mileage: 75,122 Shown
- Chassis #: 6F08T118049
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: 200 cui Inline-6
- Transmission: Automatic
This 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible has an interesting backstory. It appears that this classic saw only about eighteen years of active service before a previous owner placed it in storage. Therefore, it has spent considerably more time hibernating than it has spent gracing our streets. It requires a total restoration, but it is a complete vehicle that is a promising project candidate. The current owner feels it has sat long enough and is listing the Convertible exclusively with us at Barn Finds Auctions.
The 1966 model year marked a high-water mark in First Generation Mustang production, with 607,568 cars rolling off the line as Ford struggled to meet buyer demand. The Convertible proved popular, with 72,119 buyers handing over their cash for a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. The current owner believes that this ’66 drop-top saw regular service until a previous owner parked it in a barn in 1984. It has spent over four decades hiding, but has returned to the light of day as the owner prepares for it to find a new home. Ordered in Wimbledon White with a Black soft-top, it requires a total restoration. The winning bidder will have no choice but to adopt a nut-and-bolt approach because the Mustang has typical rust issues in the floors and shock towers. There are also some visible spots in the exterior lower extremities, but these aren’t severe. One attraction of these classics as project candidates is the ready availability of parts. In fact, the First Generation Mustang is one of those rare beasts where someone could theoretically build an entire car purely from reproduction items. Therefore, everything required to return the body to a rust-free state is readily available. The soft-top was new when the previous owner parked the car, but the back window has failed. Some trim pieces require restoration or replacement, but the glass is acceptable for a driver-grade build.
The secret to the Mustang’s success was Ford’s enormous list of factory options, which let buyers personalize their ride. Those on a budget could opt for a six-cylinder motor and drive away in a car with stunning styling without breaking the bank. This Convertible reflects that practice, with its engine bay housing the T-Code 200ci six. It delivers 120 hp and 190 ft/lbs of torque at the driver’s disposal, while the first owner selected the optional three-speed automatic transmission for a relaxed motoring experience. The owner believes the car last fired a shot in anger in 1984, and confirms that the vehicle doesn’t run or drive. He hasn’t tried to coax the motor back to life, but pulled the spark plugs and added oil to the cylinders. The brakes were also seized, so he removed them entirely to allow the Mustang to roll and steer for easy loading. The winning bidder could continue the revival process as part of a faithful restoration, but bolting a V8 under the hood would be pretty easy if they craved a performance boost.
Apart from an aftermarket radio/cassette player, this Mustang’s interior appears complete and unmodified. Trimmed in Black vinyl, the images have made my fingers itch. There is a seam separation developing on the driver’s seat upper backrest, but the upholstered surfaces look remarkably good beneath the heavy layer of dust. This isn’t as surprising as it might first appear, because in its eighteen years of active service, the Convertible clocked a mere 75,122 miles. The carpet is beyond salvation, and the wheel is cracked. However, if the buyer performs a deep clean, they may be surprised to discover how many components are fit for reuse in this restoration. It also suggests that returning the interior to a presentable state could be the most affordable part of this build.
It is often said that a picture is worth a thousand words, which may be true for this 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible. It will take dedication to return it to its rightful place on our roads, which is where the pictures come in. The owner has provided some excellent images in the gallery below, and it is worth scrolling through them to discover what this classic offers and what is required to return the car to its former glory. Doing so will take only a few minutes, and once you have, you might decide it is your dream project candidate, and that bidding on this gem makes perfect sense.
Bid On This Auction
James226 bid $1,100.00 2026-09-08 11:26:38
Brad Taylor Australian team bid $1,000.00 2026-09-03 07:02:36
interesting, from what is written here, it appears the seller is straight forward about condition and expectations for a sell. Notice there is no mention regarding “price” so assume it is a no minimum offer but a need to move it along. Also, appears to have at least a partial repaint–the photo of the right door shows a paint run, probably one of the most honest photos to be shown on a “collector car” add. My hat’s off with respect to the seller if his’/her’s intent is to be upfront with reasonable expectations, thanks for the write-up.
I had similar thoughts. Showing pics of the rust is commendable. The early Mustangs still have a strong following, hopefully the seller can find a buyer.
This should be an interesting auction. $0 to start with $100 as the first bid. I’m not a fan of the soft top, but the inline 6 is fine.
What happened to the $100 Bid?
I’m thinking you typed that backwards?
It was $0 and then the first bid was $100.
Sorry, but the wonky door gaps usually are an indicator of advanced structural rust. I had a ’65 and a ’66 convertible, lots of “frame” rust. These can be repaired but it’s a pretty big job.
Could be just a broken door hinge, happened to a car I had.
Someone put 5 lug wheels on it at some time.A 6 cylinder had 4 lugs.
Very few write-ups for V8’s these days, both here and elsewhere. The marketplace is now being saturated with the 6’s as the new “collectable”. Don’t get me wrong….they are still fun to own, but not at the old prices of the 8’s.
Kinda like when the ribeyes sell out, hamburger is the new cash cow. Taste good, but ain’t a ribeye.
the six cylinder cars had much smaller brakes than the V-8 cars.
a conversion to V-8 would need brakes appropriate to the power
ODD
the five lug wheels would possibly indicate bigger brakes. depends on how they achieved 5 stud wheels
quite rusty underneath
The original carburetor has a steel part for the accelerator pump.
not compatible with our alcohol gasoline. the shaft rusts and then the acceleration shot of gas never happens
THE SOLUTION
: Weber 32/36 carburetor with available adapter
Peter’s right about the drums. 4 lug front drums are 9″ vs. V8’s being 10″. 4 lugs only came on 6 cyl. thru the 1970 model year.
As an aside: did’ja know that early Datsun Z (240/260) 4 lugs are a direct fit for the Mustang? There are also tuned, and split, headers for the 6’s, which have a killer “almost” 8 sound.
“bolting a V8 under the hood would be pretty easy” tells everyone who understands the process that you have no idea what you’re talking about. The transmission that came behind the 6 cylinder is not adequate, nor is the rear differential. Interestingly, this car has 5 lug wheels, instead of the 4 lug that 6 cylinder cars came with, so in this instance, that’s already been done. I know that I’ve been blunt, but if you present yourself as an expert, you have some responsibility to be correct in your assertions and recommendations.