Daily Driver: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

When an owner claims their classic is in almost showroom condition, that is a bold statement. However, it is the one made by the owner of this 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible. The supplied photos seem to support this, and its drivetrain combination means its new owner could use the car as a practical daily driver. If a First Generation Mustang is on your Wish List, this one is listed here on Craigslist in San Clemente, California. The seller’s price is $31,000 for this stunning classic.

The American public’s love affair with the First Generation Mustang continued in 1967. Although sales volumes were lower than the record-breaking previous year, the company found 472,121 buyers willing to hand over their cash. With a sales total of 44,808 cars, the Convertible derivative was the rarest of the breed. Of course, when you are talking about sales volumes in that league, the term “rare” is a relative term. Our feature Mustang presents superbly in what the owner calls Midnight Blue. The shade looks strikingly similar to Nightmist Blue, which may prove to be the correct name. The White soft-top adds a welcome contrast, and the overall presentation is impressive. There are no signs of any panel or paint flaws and no evidence of rust. If the vehicle has spent its life in California, it will maximize its chances of remaining rust-free. The chrome and trim are as impressive as the paint, and there are no problems with the glass. I’m not a fan of the aftermarket wheels, and if I were the car’s new owner, I would probably replace them with something more period-correct. That is a matter of personal preference, and your opinion could be different from mine.

The theme of spotless presentation continues when we examine this Mustang’s interior. It features two-tone Blue vinyl trim that shows no evidence of wear or physical damage. The dash looks excellent, as does the carpet. It is another aspect of this classic that needs nothing unless the buyer seeks complete originality. The factory radio has made way for an aftermarket radio/cassette player. This unit apparently feeds its sound to box speakers in the back seat. Because nothing has been cut, returning that aspect of the car to its standard specifications shouldn’t present any dramas. Additional gauges are mounted below the dash, which would be easy for the new owner to remove. Otherwise, it will simply be a matter of slipping behind the wheel to savor the classic motoring experience.

The seller supplies no engine photos, and those hoping for a V8 under the hood may be disappointed. A T-Code 200ci six occupies the engine bay, producing a respectable 120hp. The ponies feed to the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission, and with a ¼-mile ET of 19.6 seconds, this was far from the most potent Mustang buyers could choose in 1967. However, it isn’t all gloom and doom. The Convertible is in excellent mechanical health, with the seller recently replacing the exhaust, radiator, battery, starter solenoid, and brakes. It runs and drives exceptionally well and consistently returns fuel consumption figures of 20mpg. It is unlikely to score a win at the “Traffic Light Grand Prix,” but it should happily cruise on the open road at freeway speeds all day. If the new owner isn’t concerned about originality, slotting something more potent under the hood would be financially viable and a straightforward process.

While it may not possess the raw power that will pin its occupants in their seats, this 1967 Mustang Convertible is an attractive car that would provide an effortless and relaxing classic motoring experience. It appears to need nothing, but if the new owner elected to perform some drivetrain upgrades, that would be a straightforward undertaking. Whether that happens would be a matter of personal preference, making me wonder what our readers would do if they found it parked in their workshop.