Modified 302-Powered 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

Description

The Ford Mustang was built on a modified version of Ford’s compact Falcon platform, a lightweight and affordable architecture that allowed the company to create an entirely new type of sporty personal car. The Mustang created the wildly successful “pony car” segment by combining sporty styling, a long hood/short deck design, extensive personalization options, and accessible pricing that appealed to a broad range of buyers.

The Mustang’s influence was enormous, inspiring competitors such as the Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, and Dodge Challenger while becoming one of the most successful vehicle launches in automotive history. For the 1965 model year, Ford expanded the car’s appeal with new engine choices, including the high-performance 289-cubic-inch V8s, the GT Equipment Group, front disc brakes as an option, and numerous comfort and appearance upgrades that transformed the Mustang from an attractive compact into a legitimate performance car. Americans fell in love with the marque quickly, and customization soon followed.

This 1965 Ford Mustang convertible has been modified to include a 302ci V8 mated to a Ford AOD four-speed automatic overdrive transmission, power four-wheel disc brakes, power steering, and Vintage Air air-conditioning components. Exterior features include shaved door handles, Frenched fog lamps, fifth-generation Mustang tail lights, and 15" American Racing wheels. Inside, the interior is fitted with tan bucket seats, a custom center console, tilt steering column, and a finished trunk. The car is finished in Patriot Red with a tan canvas power convertible top.

This modified 1965 Ford Mustang convertible is now offered on dealer consignment with a clean Florida title.

Highlights

• 302ci V8 and 4-speed automatic transmission w/overdrive

• Power steering and four-wheel disc brakes

• Vintage Air air conditioning

• Patriot Red over custom-upholstered tan interior

• Custom full length chassis hidden inside the rocker panels

Modifications

• Powertrain and Drivetrain

  • Holley 4-barrel carburetor with custom ram air cleaner

  • Serpentine belt system with billet pulleys

  • Aluminum radiator with electric fan

  • Ceramic coated headers and 2 1/4 inch stainless steel dual exhaust with Borla Mufflers

  • Custom belly pan with color-matched powder coating

  • Upgraded front and rear suspension with rack and pinion power steering

  • 4-link rear suspension

  • QA1 coilover shocks front and rear

  • Narrowed 8” rear end with Moser axles

• Interior and Exterior

  • 15” American Racing Wheels

  • Frenched fog lights

  • Fifth-generation Mustang tail lights

  • Custom reverse-opening hood

  • Shaved door handles

  • Canvas power convertible top

  • Chrome bullet mirrors

  • Tan custom bucket seat interior with driver's power seat

  • custom dash featuring VDO Heritage Gauges,

  • Ididit tilt steering column

  • Custom center console with floor shifter

  • Console-mounted door handles and power window controls

  • Hidden AM/FM/CD radio

  • Upholstered trunk

Known Imperfections

• Images detailing the condition of this 1965 Ford Mustang are presented in the gallery

Ownership History

This Modified 302-Powered 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible is offered on dealer consignment from PJ’s Auto World.

Additional Information

The selling dealer states, "Over 5 years was put into the build of this INCREDIBLE '65 Mustang Convertible!"