Modified 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2
Description
Hot on the heels of one of the most successful new car launches in history, Ford expanded the Mustang offering in 1965 to include a new Fastback 2+2. This car combined all of the sleek features found in more expensive offerings from Europe at a lower price and, best of all, was available at the local Ford dealer. Offering a large back window, increased rear seat room, and the practicality of a much larger car thanks to the fold-down seat offering twice the storage capacity as the Hardtop. An expanded selection of new engine and transmission choices created the right Mustang for nearly everyone. Thanks to a plentiful supply of aftermarket solutions, options have expanded, allowing cars to remain true to their factory specifications or modified, like this example.
Highlights
Finished in Guardsman Blue over a black leather interior with blue seat inserts
Powered by a Ford Boss 363 cu-in V8 block with Sportsman Racing Products aluminum pistons, SCAT Pro Comp forged lightweight crankshaft, SCAT I-Beam connecting rods, and COMP Cams cam with roller rockers that is estimated to produce more than 500-horsepower on a 93-octane tune
Edelbrock Pro-Flo 4 with 35-lb injectors and a programable ECU
MSD ignition system with a 6,000 rpm cut-off
Custom 2.5-inch exhaust system with Magnaflow mufflers and Ford Powertrain Applications four-tube stepped, ceramic-coated headers
Cooling system upgrades include a C&R Racing radiator and Dual Spal electric fans
Power is sent to the rear wheels via a Ford Racing Tremec T-56 six-speed manual transmission and a carbon fiber drive shaft from the Drive Shaft Shop of Salisbury, North Carolina
Front and rear coilover suspension upgrade from Total Control Products with a rear four-link setup
Baer Pro+ brake upgrade with four, four-piston calipers
Equipped with new Michelin Sport 4S 245/40ZR17 front and 265/40ZR17 rear tires
Bodywork and paint completed by Precision Machines of Lodi, California
Please see the attached history file for a more detailed explanation of the work carried out on this Mustang
Please note that while the current digital odometer displays just over 7,500 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown
Features
Recaro bucket seats
One-piece convertible style seat pan
Total Control Products shock tower brace
McLeod Super Street Pro clutch kit
Oil and fuel coolers
Clutch and brake pedal support bracket
Adjustable steering column
Detroit Speed aluminum power steering pump
Shelby Style three-spoke steering wheel from Volante
JME Pony gauge cluster
The battery was relocated to the trunk
Vintage Air Gen IV Sure Fit air conditioning with a Sanden SD-7810 compressor
Included
Original California black plates
Owner’s manual
Notes covering the work completed
Acer tablet for ECU tuning
Original front valance
Custom rear axles
Original gauges
Several boxes of spare parts
Ownership History
This 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2 was manufactured in Ford’s San Jose assembly plant and would remain in the area until 1998, as stated by the current owner. They relay that it was purchased by the second owner at that time, who used the car on a limited basis before the current owner purchased it in July 2010.
