1966 Ford Mustang Coupe
Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
Ford swiftly revolutionized the automotive industry with the introduction of the Mustang at the New York World’s Fair in April 1964, captivating a young generation of enthusiasts and generating the sale of more than 120,000 '65 Mustangs by August. Body styles 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 slew of optional engines up to a 289 HiPo V8.
Ford offered so many options (it boasted over 70 of them, not including the 21 colors available) that it introduced only minor changes for the second full year of production. The most notable update on the 1966 Ford Mustang was the introduction of a new grille design featuring a floating Mustang emblem. Additionally, the side scoops were redesigned, new wheel covers were introduced, and the interior was updated with a new five-gauge instrument cluster and optional convenience features.
Under the hood, the ’66 Mustang again offered a range of engine choices, but the original buyer of this two-door Hardtop selected the base 200 cu-in inline-six with optional C4 Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission. The car was repainted in 2021.
Highlights
Refinished in Ford Competition Yellow paint (in March 2021) over black interior with vinyl bucket seats
Powered by a 200 cu-in inline-six engine rated at 120 hp
C4 Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission
The chassis number (6F07T341066) decodes as:
6 – 1966 model year
F – Dearborn, Michigan, assembly plant
07 – Mustang two-door hardtop with standard bucket seats
T – 200 cu-in, 1bbl inline-six engine
341066 – Sequential production number
Features
New driver’s side mirror in July 2021
Dash instrumentation: 140 mph speedometer/odometer and gauges for fuel, oil pressure, amps, and coolant temperature
AM radio with FM radio converter mounted below the dash
14-inch wheels with period-correct Mustang hubcaps
Sigma Shadow whitewall P195/75R14 tires
Known Imperfections
Heavy wear on floor pan with deterioration of 1/8-inch rubber mat throughout
Driver seat is torn
Front seat belts have been removed (but can be reinstalled)
Steering wheel rim has separated in two places and shows wear
Center console, glove box cover, and rear quarter trim panels are scuffed
Interior door panels and sills are scratched
Seat backs are scuffed
Center of rear bench seat is scratched
Rust inside rear ash tray
Headliner is torn along the seam above the rear seat and is pulling away from the C-pillar on the passenger side
Rear passenger window is stuck and needs to be put back on track
Air conditioning unit does not work
Trunk lid is scratched
Included
Front seat belts
Owner’s manual and Good Drivers manual
Bill of Sale from March 1995 purchase
Spare wheel
Jack and lug wrench
Ownership History
The Georgia owner of this 1966 Ford Mustang Hardtop bought it in March 1995, and it has been garaged since then. Other than receiving a new paint job, “The car was in excellent condition when purchased and didn’t need much work. The heater and radio are working.”
