1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

This Ford Mustang is a classic open-top pony car, finished in a bright colour combination and specified with the driver-focused manual gearbox. It is powered by a 289ci (4.7L) V8, driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. This Mustang 289 Convertible was originally delivered to the USA before later being exported to Australia, where it is now offered for sale. Build year: 1966 This example is finished in red with a cream soft top over a cream vinyl-trimmed cabin, punctuated by a red dashboard and red carpets. It rides on a set of 14-inch wheels, fitted with polished covers and whitewall tyres. Equipment includes opening front quarterlight windows, a full-length transmission tunnel with cupholders and a central armrest, a push-button radio, and a red upholstered dash cover. The spare wheel accompanies the sale. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: minor bubbles on the paintwork. The vehicle was resprayed approximately seven years ago and the cabin has been reupholstered. The seller advises that some mechanical work will be required, the doors need aligning, and there is a knocking sound coming from the rear right-hand corner when driving. The Ford Mustang was launched to instant success at the 1964 New York World’s Fair, selling over 400,000 examples in the first year alone and an astounding one million cars by 1966. This 289 Convertible has been resprayed and retrimmed and is reported by the seller to start and run well, though now requires some attention in order to bring it back to its best. It should prove to be a rewarding project for any classic car enthusiast, and promises to draw plenty of interest every time its vocal V8 fires into life. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases