Beschreibung:

There is – bottom line – no more attractive, functional, enjoyable or responsible collector car purchase than a first series Ford Mustang convertible. Warmly greeted everywhere they appear, happily capable of carrying a family of four or five on a summer evening’s cruise, recognized as one of the most significant American automobiles ever built, first generation Mustangs in general and convertibles in particular are easily the most popular, widely owned and enjoyed collector cars. The Ford Model T was responsible for much of early car collecting’s popularity, and the Ford Mustang is responsible for much of today’s. The 4-seat ‘pony car’ design of the Mustang proved to be just what American drivers wanted in the mid Sixties, something that was sporting and fun to drive but at the same time had room for a family or friends to share the fun. Modestly priced, the Mustang fitted neatly into the range of many families’ newly increasing disposable income. It was perfectly positioned for a second car that would function in a pinch as a family car but had flair the rest of the time when owner-driven as a personal car. Best of all it was economically priced and had a long list of options that allowed its buyers to tailor their Mustang to their individual desires, all without going broke in the process. Ford’s other coup was introducing the Mustang in April 1964 as a ‘1964 ½’ model. It meant the car had no competition for exposure, no competition in the showrooms and no competition for attention among buyers and their friends. It’s safe to say that if you weren’t there it is hard to appreciate the Mustang’s effect when it was introduced. It was a sensation. A Mustang convertible paced the Indianapolis 500. A million of them were built in the first two years the model was offered. A bare bones ’64 1/2 Mustang convertible, with the 101hp six and 3-speed manual transmission – insufficient power to suck an egg – cost barely $2,600. With serious power and accessories $4,000 was easily breached. The top of the line Mustang convertible had the 271 hp 289 cubic inch V-8 and 4-speed manual transmission and just those two options added over $500, 20%, to the Mustang’s base price. The K-code V-8 was a late addition to the Mustang’s options list, arriving in June 1964. Chosen by Carroll Shelby as the base engine for his Cobra sports car, it added Cobra-esque performance to the Mustang. The 1965 Mustang convertible offered here is as lavishly optioned as just about any Mustang could be during its first year in production. It is equipped with the dynamite 271hp, 289 cubic inch K-code V-8 and 4-speed manual transmission but in addition has a stunning options package. It includes Poppy Red paint, Palomino vinyl interior, White convertible top. 3.50 rear axle ratio, color-matched deluxe front seat belts, styled steel wheels, red line tires, Rally Pac low profile gauges, wood trim console, inside non-glare mirror, outside mirrors (remotely controlled on the left), windshield washer/wipers, backup lights and the GT package which encompassed front disc brakes, dual exhausts with extensions through the rear valence, grille light bar, fog lights, White GT stripe and GE ornamentation. Its current colors, presentation and equipment are supported by the coding on its fender tag. Restored within the last five years, it has been judged five times in Mustang Club of America competition and each time has earned the club’s highest ‘Concours Gold’ classification, earning a high of 99.43 points at the Gulf Coast National in June 2004. Since then it has been fastidiously maintained to retain its exceptional condition and remains in essentially flawless condition throughout. This is one of the most sought after of all Mustangs, with the most desirable K-code, 4-speed options package. It is a rare find, and a rare value.