This Ford Mustang Convertible is a timeless example of the iconic drop-top ‘pony car’, offered from long-term ownership and in impressive, largely original condition. Under the bonnet sits the matching-numbers naturally aspirated 289-cubic inch (4.7-litre) Windsor V8, driving the rear wheels via a three-speed ‘SelectShift Cruise-o-Matic’ automatic transmission. The odometer currently displays 61,279 miles; however this is not warranted. Manufactured in San Jose, California, this Mustang was imported into Australia, and has now been with the seller and second Australian owner for nine years. This Mustang Convertible is finished in the sleek hue of Raven Black with a black convertible roof, over a black vinyl-trimmed interior, offset by wood veneer trim on the dashboard and door cards, highlighted by chrome trim accents. It now rides on a set of 15-inch ‘Magnum 500’ steel wheels, shod with Mastercraft Touring LSR tyres on the front, and Mastercraft Avenger G/T items at the rear. The factory specification includes a top-tinted front windscreen, a wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel, deluxe seat belts, manually operated windows, heater and ventilation controls, power steering, and push-out front quarter light windows. This Mustang now features an upgraded aftermarket intake manifold, a Holley 600 carburettor, ceramic-coated mandrel-bent ‘Pacemaker’ extractors, finned 289 rocker covers, a 2.5-inch sports exhaust system, a retro-style stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, and a wooden Shelby-style gearknob. The car will be accompanied by a spare wheel, the owner’s manual, a convertible roof cover, a deluxe build report, a collection of maintenance invoices from the seller’s ownership, and a jack and wheel brace. The seller notes previous minor impact damage on the front of the car from it being reversed into, which required minor repairs. The resprayed Raven Black paintwork is reported to be in excellent overall condition. There are imperfections on the rear light trim surrounds, minor pitting on the nearside front quarter light window trim, and small areas of missing paint on the offside ‘289’ badge. Stepping inside, the previously reupholstered cabin is presented in good shape, though there is a crack on the centre instrument cluster gauge, lifting wood veneer trim on the left-hand side of the instrument cluster, an honest ‘patina’ on the centre dashboard air vents, minor blemishes on the upper centre console, blemishes and imperfections on the transmission tunnel trim, touched-in imperfections on the driver’s door sill, and slight signs of use on the seats, but no significant wear or discolouration. The seller notes that the indicators need to be manually turned off, and there is a ‘lazy’ lifter, which is understood to be not noticeable when the engine is warmed up. The car’s last roadworthiness test was conducted on 12 October 2022 at an indicated 61,256 miles, and was recorded as a clean pass. This Mustang’s most recent maintenance was carried out in October 2022 at 61,256 miles by Bentleigh Garage, which consisted of a roadworthiness inspection, as well as a new temperature sending unit, a new steering wheel centre/horn, and a differential breather tube being installed. Prior to this, the seller carried out a service in June 2022, which included an engine oil, oil filter, and coolant change. Other notable maintenance includes a coolant flush, an engine oil and filter service, new spark plugs, and the upgraded manifold and carburettor being installed around 5,000 miles ago. This Ford Mustang Convertible is a well-presented example of the classic drop-top ‘pony car’, offered from long-term ownership and with a handful of tasteful performance and cosmetic upgrades. Presented in impressive, largely original condition, with a timeless all-black colour scheme and iconic styling, it would make a fine addition to any collection of American classics, and a stylish weekend toy, fair-weather cruiser, and car show companion. The description of this auction lot 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, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. 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.