Stored 25 Years: 1967 Ford Mustang

In its second year, the Ford Mustang was the hottest-selling car of 1966. At 607,000 copies, production worked out to nearly 70 cars built every hour, 365 days a year. So, what do you do for an encore in 1967? Ford gave the car its first styling refresh, though it was clearly still a Mustang. Sales fell off, but only because competition finally entered the game (primarily the Chevy Camaro). The seller has a ’67 coupe that we’re told is a barn find because it’s been idle for 20 to 25 years. The vehicle is rust-free, making the restoration that is needed come a little easier. Located in Glendale, California, this old pony car is available here on craigslist for $15,000.

We understand that part of the reason for the 1967 refresh was to enlarge the engine compartment. The earlier Mustangs had to rely on 289 cubic inch V8s as the maximum powerplants because big blocks like the 390 wouldn’t fit. That changed in 1967, and going forward,d eventually 429s would call the Mustang home. This ’67 has a 289 V8, but we’re told it’s not original, and the car may or may not have 63,000 miles.

The body looks solid in the photos provided, though the dark green (Army?) paint has been exposed to sufficient sunlight. The interior is in far worse shape, with pieces missing and/or askew,w and the dash pad is as warped as any I’ve seen. The seller says the condition of the Ford is “excellent”, but that’s quite a stretch based on what we can see.

We assume the 289 and its companion C4 automatic transmission will need to be rebuilt. Since the car has been parked since Y2K, it probably doesn’t run. We’re told that many original parts survive with the Mustang, but that doesn’t mean that they will be usable going forward. But if you’re looking for a solid foundation to work with, this Ford may have it.