42-Years-Family-Owned, Fuel-Injected 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe GT A-Code 289 4-Speed

Description

The Ford Mustang transformed the American automotive landscape when it debuted in 1964, creating an entirely new class of sporty, affordable performance cars that would come to be known as pony cars. With its long-hood, short-deck styling, broad selection of engines, and nearly endless personalization options, the Mustang captured the youthful spirit and enthusiasm of the 1960s. 

Recognizing the model's growing performance credentials, Ford introduced the GT Equipment Group in early 1965. The package added features such as a quick-ratio steering box, a larger front anti-sway bar, grille-mounted fog lamps, and a true dual-exhaust system, further enhancing the Mustang's sporting character. 

This 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe was assembled at Ford's San Jose, California, plant. Finished in Wimbledon White over a Palomino Pony vinyl interior, it is powered by an A-code 289ci V8 engine that has been modified with FiTech fuel injection. Power is routed through a four-speed manual transmission paired with a 3.00:1 rear axle,.

Additionally, the car displays the hallmarks of a GT: a Pony interior, front disc brakes, quick-ratio power steering system, and a dual exhaust system with hangers unique to the trim level. Detailed photos showing GT equipment can be found in the gallery.

The car has been in the same family since 1984.  

This 1965 Ford Mustang GT is now offered with an additional set of four rims and tires, various parts (listed under Additional Documents below), service receipts, an owner's manual, and a clean Montana title in the owner’s name.

Highlights

• Single-family-ownership since 1984 

• FiTech fuel-injected 289ci V8

• 4-speed manual transmission and 3.00:1 rear axle 

• Finished in Wimbledon White (code M) 

• Pony interior with Palomino vinyl (F9) 

• Mustang GT badges and rocker panel stripes 

Factory Equipment

• GT badging, striping, and lighting 

• Fog lights 

• Front disc brakes 

• Dual exhaust with rear valance cutouts 

• Quick-ratio steering box 

• 5-gauge instrument cluster 

• Bucket seats 

• AM pushbutton radio 

• The data plate decodes as:

  • Body: 65B – 2-door fastback 

  • Color: M – Wimbledon White 

  • Trim: F9 – Palomino vinyl 

  • Date: 14S – Built May 14, 1965 

  • DSO: 73 - Salt Lake City District Sales Office

  • Axle: 1 – 3.00:1 rear axle ratio 

  • Trans: 5 – 4-speed manual transmission

• The chassis number (5R07A221186) decodes as:

  • 5 – 1965 model year 

  • R – San Jose, California, assembly plant 

  • 07 – 2-door hardtop coupe 

  • A – 289ci V8 with 4BBL 

  • 221186 – Sequential production number 

Modifications

• Aftermarket Rally wheels 

• Aftermarket shifter 

• MSD ignition components

• FiTech fuel-injection system

• Cobra finned valve covers

Service

The seller states the following items have been replaced or installed: 

• Brake components 

• Kick panels 

• Fender splash trim

• Driveshaft 

• Distributor 

• Ignition control box 

• Fuel tank assembly 

• Shifter 

• Clutch assembly 

• Long front floor pans and rear footwell floor pans

• Fuel line 

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections and paint flaws consistent with age 

• Rust above driver and passenger door window wells 

• Cooper Evolution Tour tires have 2013 date codes 

• Wear on radio, dashboard, and other interior surfaces

• Rear seat has a tear in seam stitching and puncture on passenger side 

• Rust above driver and passenger door window wells 

• Images detailing the condition of the car are presented in the gallery 

Ownership History

The current owner of this 1965 Ford Mustang GT Coupe acquired it in 1984. 

Included Items

• Service receipts 

• Owner’s manual 

• Mustang data plate decoder booklet 

• Spare set of 4 wheels and tires 

• Spare tire and jack in trunk 

• Numerous parts (full list under Additional Documents below) 

Additional Information

The seller states, "This Mustang still has its original paint and GT Pony interior. It has been family-owned since 1984 and also garaged and covered since '84. Two sets of rims and tires come with this car. I have invoices for everything that has been replaced."