1966 Ford Mustang Hardtop 289

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Ford swiftly revolutionized the automotive industry with the introduction of the Mustang at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York, captivating a young generation of enthusiasts, and in so doing, achieving over 120,000 in sales by August of that year. Body styles available included a two-door Hardtop, Convertible, and beginning in September, a Fastback 2+2, all of which were offered with a base 120 horsepower 170 cu-in straight-six or a range of V8s. A 1965 Ford brochure boasted “over 70 Mustang options,” not including the 21 colors available, ensuring virtually infinite customization to suit every customer’s unique tastes. Wisely choosing not to fix what wasn’t broken, Ford introduced minor interior changes for 1966, including a new five-gauge instrument cluster. The original Ford Mustang represents the birth of the American pony car segment as well as one of its most iconic models, remaining the ultimate entry point into classic American muscle car ownership.   

Highlights  

• Powered by a 289 cu-in V8 topped with a two-barrel carburetor, rated at 200 horsepower 

• Honest driver-quality example primed for a sympathetic or complete rotisserie restoration 

• Finished in dark blue over a black vinyl interior 

• Cruise-O-Matic four-speed automatic transmission with a floor-mounted gear selector 

• This Mustang Hardtop is offered with the five-digit odometer currently displaying just under 43,300 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown  

 Features  

• 14 inch wheels mounted with Toyo Eclipse tires 

• Chrome bumpers, front and rear 

• Chrome driver’s side exterior rearview mirror 

• Bucket seats 

• Three-spoke steering wheel 

• Aftermarket Sony stereo 

• Woodgrain instrument panel 

• Manually operated windows  

• Vent windows 

• Lap belts 

• Glove compartment 

• Heater/defroster 

• Backup lights 

  Known Imperfections  

• Broken driver’s seat support – seat will likely need replacement 

• Fuel gauge is inoperative 

• Dashboard instrument lights are dim 

• Stereo is inoperative 

• Heater/defroster is inoperative 

• Faded finish and paint chips throughout the exterior 

• Paint chipping on the passenger side C-pillar 

• Large scratches on the passenger side quarter panel 

• Rear wheel center caps are missing 

• Surface rust on the exhaust tips 

• Dashboard finish is chipped 

• Scuffs and scratches on the interior door cards and kick panels  

 Included  

• Chrome air filter housing 

• Car cover 

• Security boot wheel lock 

• Case of fuel additive 

 Ownership History  

The consignor reports acquiring this 1966 Ford Mustang Hardtop in September 2022. 

Additional Notes

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete.