The Ford Mustang was the sales phenom of 1964-66, with more than 1.3 million copies rolling off the assembly lines. The fastback model would debut for the full 1965 model year and see 77,000 units built over 12 months. The most common powerplant was the 289 cubic inch V8, like in the seller’s car. This is a project that has a lot of ground left to cover, but we don’t know how much due to a minimum number of photos. Located in Calallen, Texas, this Ford is available here on craigslist for a cool $25,000. T.J. has been busy again finding tips like this for us!
A C-code engine in a Mustang wasn’t a rare or unusual find. It was the base Windsor 289 that produced 200 hp. Buyers could opt for one every model year from 1965 through 1968. It didn’t come with the more expensive, high-performance upgrades of the D-code 289. In the case of the seller’s car, much of the engine besides the block appears to be missing but we’re told it’s paired with a 4-speed manual transmission (the car originally was an automatic).
Three of the photos provided are of the interior which we’re told is 90% complete. Yet it looks like some elbow grease and budget are needed here, too. No exterior photos are offered so we don’t know what the challenges there will be, but new rear quarter panels will go with the car, so we assume dents and rust are provided at no extra cost. At the seller’s asking price, a lot more visuals and details will be needed for the average buyer to express much interest.
We might have a winner for worst car ad.
He’s asking $25k but all you get is a fastback body shell, partial engine, plus partial dash/seats. Such a deal! Also, photo shows round gauges, so this is probably a 1966. $8k would be a fair asking price.
Restomod for sure.
There’s no photo of the exterior of the car (?!?)
Just use your imagination.
Maybe why some call them rustangs.
rotflmao
What’s a D-code 289?
I’m familiar with the C, the A and of course the K.
D code is an early (64 1/2 ) 289 4 bbl motor. It had a lower compression ratio so was only rated at 210 hp and later replaced by the A code 225 hp.
With any luck,,, I learn something new every day!
Thanks
Why the ‘66 instrument cluster? I don’t get people who take terrible photos, add little info and want big $$. This add needs a heck of a lot more to make me interested……and I have owned about a dozen 60’s Mustangs from t-code cars, several c’s, two A codes and a single’66 k code. Side note for the young guys out there…. every time I look at my wife’s engagement ring, I miss my k code. If she loves you….. the ring will wait. Unfortunately, my amazing wife told me after I sold my car for that ring. Hold onto the car. If she loves ya……. Whatever….. you’ll still have the car either way!!!!! 😂🤣😅
A C code car would not have a 9″ rear from the factory.
Nice pictures
$25k? C’mon Dude!
This is my favorite year and configuration but this specific car is not worth 25k on it’s best day as it is.