The seller of this 1967 Ford Mustang S-code fastback describes it as “a true survivor, not a butchered Frankenstang.” It’s a welcome sight among many restomodded Mustangs. This one was sent in by Barn Finds reader, Ron, who found it here on Craigslist in Vancouver, British Columbia. The seller is asking $67,000.
The Mustang received a slight restyle for 1967 and the fastback, in my opinion, was the biggest beneficiary of it. The roofline now sloped more rearward while still maintaining a proper trunk. Also new for 1967 was the big-block engine and this one is so-equipped. Ford built more than 472,000 Mustangs for the 1967 model year. Just 71,042 of those were fastback-bodied cars. According to the Marti Report, only 7,402 fastbacks were equipped with the 390 and automatic transmission.
If I had to pick my favorite color combination for any car, this would be it. The Raven Black paint shines and the seller says it has “100% original sheet metal” and is still wearing its original paint. It’s covered just 30,700 miles since new and has been stored in a garage since 1977. The seller shows photos of this fastback with and without wheel covers. I’m a fan of the latter. My only upgrade for the exterior would be a change to radial version of that originally-equipped Wide Oval tire – this car is deserved of such originality.
Completing my favorite color combination is the red interior. The seller describes the interior as “amazing” and it would be hard to disagree. It’s not perfect, but this is an original, 53-year old, survivor Mustang. It’s sparing use is evident, as all seating surface show no wear, carpet is clean and bright, and all surfaces look like they’ve never been touched. The bucket seats are split by a full-length console. Original rubber floor mats are in place.
Powering this Mustang is a 390 cubic-inch V8. Power is sent to the rear wheels by a console shifted C6 automatic transmission. This Mustang left the factory with a 3.00:1 conventional rear axle, and, as far as I can discern from the MARTI Report, aside from that 390, the only driveline/suspension option is heavy-duty suspension.
The asking price may seem high, but, in the words of the seller, this is an “extremely rare opportunity.” This Mustang definitely looks the part and has the driveline to back it up. Would you keep the miles low or tack them on and drive this Mustang as it’s meant to be driven?
I like it but not for $67K. If it had the four-speed, maybe, but even then I’d say the price would be too high
At the current exchange rate that’s about $51,500 US funds.
Beautiful 30,000 mile car. Would you have 50 grand in one to bring it to this level?
Well, I certainly have more than that in my 1968 GTA, but it was a full rotisserie restoration of a somewhat shoddy driver. Bodywork was professionally done, i did the mechanical, and it did include a conversion to a Dave Kee 4-speed (don’t care one whit about originality, I built it the way I wanted it and have no plans to sell it).
All to say, US$50k creeps up fast on you after the purchase price of the car, interior, structural and paintwork!!! And there was a fair bit after that :)
My wish if was White Ext, Black Int and of course a stick with the 390
I like the color, I like the car but it seems a little more than ambitious for an automatic transmission car with low miles and steely wheels!!
Looks more business like without the wheel covers, more speedy for a lack of words. That’s a great color combination, classic for a pony like this. It appears to me this car was looked at with pride more than driven.
The low production numbers for the auto/390, I bet there were even less manual transmission 390 Mustangs built.
looks great without caps, but I Think those are radials on it.
Ford black always looked great. I had more than a few mid 60s black Fords. This car is a sweet looking ride you will not find in this condition. Seems pricey to some, but time and negotiation are on our side. If it’s too expensive the price will come down. Still a fine example.
You’re right. Ford Black is nice in my experience too.
I had a 2000 Taurus wagon in black and it looked ‘fast’, despite being a wagon. Actually, the wagons had better proportions than the sedan, in my opinion.
This Mustang looks nice in black with red interior and I agree that it looks better without the wheel covers.
Pretty sure that is Canadian dollars as well, not a bad price if it truly is what the ad says.
Nice ride! My 67 coupe 390GT is a fun toy also. Wish I had only 30,000 miles but hey Candy Apple red with black interior with PS and AM radio with C6 was a bare bones let’s race sleeper! The air cleaner is not correct on the black car although the lid is likely an original. Should have no snorkel with twin opening with wire screen .
I bought a new ’67 s code GTA fastback for $3300. It had steel wheels with hub caps, a flat hood, a deluxe interior w/ full console, overhead console, front discs, C 6, 9″, 390. It was painted dark charcoal gray, not a standard mustang color. I have owned a lot of cars but this was my favorite
The seller is spot on when he says it’s not a”Frankenstang”! I bet it’s one of just a handful that exist today.
In 1967 I was a Finance Mgr at Jackson-Goldie Ford on Eat 14th. St in Oakland CA — Heady days of youth, making tons of money, working insane hours under brutal pressure – but when one is 25, no problem! I like everyone else thought it would never end. I was given the option to order my own demonstrator and THIS Mustang is what I ordered, only with the 289 engine, Michelin tires, Koni shock absorbers and the sports suspension. It was a gem. When we sold it, the couple who had bought it drove me insane, coming to the dealership daily, nightmaring me about having sold them a car which had beren in an accident. The reason for their utterly stupid claim was the ¨rough¨ ride. During 9 months of having had the priviledge to drive this beauty I experienced nothing but pleasure. Imagine, Oakland Ca was a beautiful city back in those days, my o my, what have they done to this lovely town since. It´s enough to make a grown man cry.
Thanks for sharing your recollections.
Oakland is a mess. I live about 15 miles south of Oakland, it’s been years since I’ve set foot in the town. There is no compelling reason to do so. Hopefully they can turn things around, one day, but I doubt it. With the current exodus of high tech workers I think the city’s fate has been sealed.
Steve R
Maybe the air cleaner/snorkel was a Canadian thing? I can’t make out the DSO on the Marti Report. This would not be correct for U.S. cars.
Had two new mustangs, 65 convertible 289 four barrel, 4 speed, and a 67 notch back 390 4 barrel 4 speed, clear water aqua, black roof, added 411 gears equal lock, two fours, traction bars and flew, headers-flew.
convertible was black exterior, red interior and white convertible roof. never saw it again, or saw another one with that combo.
They are only original once. I personally do not find the price high. Worth $50k US .
67k ? It’s nice. But not that nice
is your Mustang sold ?
Regards Chris