GREAT RUNNING AND DRIVING '66 COUPE! 289 V8, AUTO TRANS, STRAIGHT W/ NICE PAINT!

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• Year: 1966
• Mileage: 83204
• Primary color: Gold
• Transmission type: 3 Speed Automatic
• Engine: 289 V8

GREAT RUNNING AND DRIVING '66 COUPE! 289 V8, UTO TRANS, TRAIGHT W/ NICE PAINT!

The great thing about early Mustangs is that almost no two are alike, ven from the factory. They're also extremely easy to modify with great results, nd it's almost impossible to build an ugly one. This great-looking 1966 Ford Mustang coupe offers an awesome color combination and a few upgrades that turn it into a great cruiser that will be welcome just about anywhere.
The gorgeous code Z Sauterne Gold paint is this car's original color, hich is probably why it looks so right on the stylish coupe body. No, t's not original (not even close) but that doesn't mean it doesn't look awesome now that it's rendered in modern finishes. It was finished a while ago, nd thanks to careful maintenance and quality work, t still looks quite good today and the guy who did the work should be extremely proud of himself. There have been no questionable modifications to the body, o goofy hood scoops grafted on, o silly wings, ust well-executed details and a nice finish that makes this Mustang stand out in a crowd. Details are crisp, ncluding the 289 badges on the front fenders, uarter panel trim moldings, nd the bright strip along the rocker that ties it all together. While not exactly subtle with those big wheels, he finished product is handsome and restrained in a very positive way.
The lovely Parchment and Ivy Gold buckets make for a very classic and elegant combination, aking the Mustang away from simple all-American muscle and adding a bit of continental flair. Tan seats with dark carpets are actually this car's original setup, nd when it was restored, verything was faithfully put back to factory-correct condition. The 5-gauge instrument panel became standard equipment in 1966, nd while the gauges themselves are probably original, hey still work properly and look decent. The fat steering wheel feels great in your hands and I bet you didn't know that the Mustang was the first car to offer seat belts as standard equipment. Beyond the steering wheel wrap, he only other non-stock addition is an AM/FM/cassette stereo in the original radio's location, nd no dashboard panels were harmed in the installation. There's also a correct mat and spare tire cover in the trunk, aking it look quite complete and ready to enjoy.
The engine is a C-code 289 cubic inch V8 that's been freshened and tweaked a bit. Wearing Ford Blue paint, inned valve covers, nd a 4-barrel carburetor, t looks great and runs superbly, ust as you'd hoped. The rest of the engine bay is just as well finished, ith satin black on the inner fenders and firewall and a correct radiator up front. Start it up and it fires quickly, dles well, nd has a great small-block eagerness that the big block cars always lacked. Underneath, t's original but quite tidy, ith a nice-sounding dual exhaust system, ome new front end components, nd clean floors with no surprises. A C4 3-speed automatic handles the gears, riving the original 8-inch rear end which carries tall 2.80 gears that make this a great highway cruiser. Those big 17-inch Ridler wheels recall period Torque Thrusts and wear staggered 215/45/17 front and 245/45/17 rear performance radials.
There are still some very nice Mustangs out there for not a lot of money. This one packs a throaty V8 that moves with real authority, beautiful interior, nd an eye-catching paint job that will look great in your driveway. Call today!

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• 5400 Sandshell Dr, uite 100,
  Fort Worth, X, 6137, S
• (817) 764-8000
• sales-dfw@streetsideclassics.com

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