Lot 210: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback 289ci

The original pony car, Ford's Mustang established itself as one of the cult cars of the Sixties following its launch in 1964. Available in convertible, notchback and fastback guise, with 2.8 or 3.3 litre straight six and 4.2 or 4.7 litre V8 engines, it was to prove one of Ford's greatest sellers. It was with the largest engine, however, that the Mustang got the kick it really deserved, as the Shelby 350GT; Ford was keen to take on the Corvettes of rival Chevrolet in SCCA events and Carroll Shelby was commissioned to adapt his experiences with the AC Cobra and Ford GT40 to the somewhat soft Mustang. Nonetheless, the lesser specification 4,727cc Mustangs - available with an output of either 200, 225 or 271bhp - were no slouches, while roadholding was taken care of by independent coil spring front suspension and a live, leaf-sprung rear axle; brakes were drums all round with the option of front discs. For 1966 there were detail cosmetic changes to the Mustang range, but for the following year the body was widened to accommodate a two inch increase in track, the bonnet given a longer nose and the louvres deleted either side of the grille, while on fastback models the roof ran right to the rear of the body rather than stopping just before it. By 1968 Ford had substituted the 4,929cc V8 throughout the range for the 4,727cc motor. Such examples in this condition are hard to find even in the America, let alone this side of the pond. This is the Mustang that outsold all the competition when it was launched, including the legendary Firebird and Barracuda. This 4.7 litre model is the full fastback version and has the most desirable convex rear light panel. Stunning in every respect, it has recently been fitted with a full Flowmaster exhaust system with chrome tail pipes, brand new chrome wheels and Firestone Super Sports tyres. Other notable features are a power assisted dual braking system with front discs brakes; automatic transmission with floor change, Ford Motorsport rocker covers, and bonnet grilles with telltale lights. Having just arrived from America's 'dry' Southern States, and finished in Candy Apple Red with red interior, this Mustang is currently being registered for use in this country and will undoubtedly be the pride of anyone's garage.