The owner of this 1965 Mustang Convertible uses the term “museum quality” in his description, and that is a claim that is hard to dispute. It still wears its original paint, and the attention to detail across the entire vehicle is second-to-none. It is a classic that the owner has decided to part with, so he has listed it for sale here on Barn Finds Classifieds. It is located in Tampa, Florida, and the owner has set a sale price of $43,000.
The Mustang wears its original Prairie Bronze paint, and it looks absolutely stunning. In 2008, a clear-coat was applied over this color, which has helped it retain a beautiful shine. It also offers the paint some long-term protection, which is never a bad thing. Original paint also equates to the fact that the Mustang retains all of its original FoMoCo steel. The Convertible has never had any rust issues or repairs, and the underside looks as clean as you are ever likely to find in a survivor of this age. The panels are laser straight, with no evidence of dings or dents. The Black power top is in flawless condition, while the original glass is in excellent condition. The exterior trim shines as nicely as the paint, and the chrome wheels round out a stunning exterior.
When you open the hood, you begin to fully appreciate the eye for detail that is a hallmark of this car. What we find is a C-Code 289ci V8 that should deliver 200hp. The Mustang also features a 3-speed automatic transmission and power steering. The owner recently had the engine pulled to complete a comprehensive detail of both it and the engine bay. The result of this hard labor is stunning, with no signs of dirt or wear to be seen anywhere. The hoses carry all of the correct Ford branding while starting power is provided by a vintage-look Autolite battery. While the engine was out, it was given a thorough check, with the owner choosing to replace the timing gear, along with the oil pan gasket and the rear main seal. The underside photos show no evidence of fluid leaks, which means that this was money well-spent. The exhaust and tires are new, and this is not a classic that flatters to deceive. The owner says that it runs and drives beautifully, with no play in the steering or suspension.
The spotless theme continues when we drop the top and take a look around inside this Convertible. There’s a lot to like here and not much of which to be critical. The upholstery and carpet are beautifully preserved, and the dash is perfect. It is nice to see that the dash hasn’t been cut to fit an aftermarket stereo. That was a pretty common occurrence, but the original AM radio remains in situ. The original owner ordered the vehicle with the Deluxe wheel, and this appears to be perfect. One interesting feature of the interior is the bench seat. That makes this 1-of-17,116 Mustangs ordered in 1965 with this option. When you consider that 680,989 Mustangs rolled off the production line in that year, that represents a very low take-up rate from potential buyers. The Mustang was also ordered with air conditioning, and this is said to blow ice-cold.
There is so much to like about this 1965 Mustang Convertible, and it has come onto the market at the perfect time. Warmer weather is just around the corner, and that opens the opportunity for some relaxed top-down cruising behind the wheel of one of the world’s most iconic classics. So, if you would like to get your hands on a Convertible that wants for nothing, please step forward. Your new car may well be awaiting you here.
Dear seller – your Mustang is beautiful. Good luck, and thanks for listing it here on Barn Finds.
To the seller I to have a fantastic 65 mine is not quite as perfect as yours with as many options but close . I like your asking price so you made mine go up as well but I still won’t sell mine yet . It’s nice to see there are a few survivors out there in great condition as well .
Cool feature. Not here to judge the ask, but sure as heck cant argue with condition as she appears. Never seen a bench in any Mustang, had no Idea it was ever an option…
Same here, as nice as the buckets/console look, bench seats are nice in a convertible so you can fit a little one up front instead of the hurricane conditions in the back seat.
I had a 69 Coupe with a bench seat in it. The fold down arm rest got broken, and I took it apart to repair it. It had a piece of 5/8 plywood in it, with paint and lettering on one side like from an old sign. Not sure if it had been repaired before, or if Ford did so few of those that they just used old plywood pieces for the structural part of it.
I did like the bench seat option in a coupe.
Its a beautiful stang.
I agree and hope it brings what the market will bear.
I own a 1967 Mustang blue vert
An absolutely beautiful ’65 ‘stang convertible that looks to be worth every penny. (I’d much rather pay $43,000 for this than spend that amount on any new car!)
Beautiful mustang never see these in such good condition at all such nice car
Raymond, sounds like you would enjoy seeing the cars at a Mustang Club of America show. Typically some of the best cars in the country are there. Eye candy to the max. Virus-permitting, this year’s shows are in Atlanta, Eureka Springs AR, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, and Tucson.
Do u mind telling when the show is in Tucson? I have a home in Oro Valley and I would love to attend.
What is the miles on the car? If the timing gear needed replacement, that is a high mileage need. Engine was pulled. No rebuild??? Other than that, it sure is beautiful.
Never seen that color before but is one very nice Mustang. Should have no trouble getting close to that asking price.
I did not see how many furlongs (MILES) this pony has run. Maybe that could be disclosed along with a little bit of history of the ownership. It is in amazing shape, whoever gets the winning bid surely will be proud.
How does he know that it is one of 17 ordered with a bench seat as no Marti Reports exist for the 1965 year.
17,116
I had a 69 Coupe with a bench seat in it. The fold down arm rest got broken, and I took it apart to repair it. It had a piece of 5/8 plywood in it, with paint and lettering on one side like from an old sign. Not sure if it had been repaired before, or if Ford did so few of those that they just used old plywood pieces for the structural part of it.
I did like the bench seat option in a coupe.
What a beautiful car!
I’ve never seen one of those steering wheels over 10 years old without at least one crack in it. beautiful car!!!!!
Beautiful! Love the lines!
I have a 64 1/2 numbers matching with the original inline 6…don’t know whether to keep or sell. They are beautiful vehicles.
“ORIGINAL GLASS REAR WINDOW”?
Ouch! No such thing! Probably a replaced top incorporating folding glass window
When someone asks you why you are so interested in ‘old cars’, show them this.