I'm a classic Porsche man myself. I just love those tiny air-cooled engines, but my wife's dream car is a classic Mustang convertible. I want to get her one.
I have a few questions though. I notice that the 1964 1/2 verts are often three speed. Just how much get up and go does that have? I personally like the body style of the 1968 model, but is there any other advantage to that year over a 64 1/2 or 1965-1967?
Any advice, opinions, comments, jokes, insults, etc... would be greatly appreciated.
BTW - My wife can handle a car, so please no advice geared towards a "nice little car for the wife" if you get my meaning... She won't be interested in the automatic.
Thanks.
Brandon
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I would look for a car that has all of the options that you want, it will cost more in the long run to add these options. As for years, stay away from early 1965's (64 1/2) because they have genorators. I prefeer the gauges of the 66, and the overall package of the 67
It is hard to say which one you should go for, it is all up to you. The 68 is a little bit bigger then the 65 and 66s. Plus if you get away from the early 65s(641/2) you will get away from the Generator. This decision is really your personal taste. Best thing to do, is look around, try to attend a Mustang show with the wife and see what you guys reall like. As far as the 3speed goes I had one in my 65 and switched it out for a 4 speed. I am now looking at putting in a 5 speed. It is nice to have the extra gears for Highway driving. Hope this helps a little.
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Ron Arrigoni
1965 Mustang Convertible
1995 Supercharged Mustang V6
2002 Explorer Sport Trac
the 67 and 68 are the same basic car, the 68 a collapseble steering colum, marker lights, and the coupe/fastback has shoulder belts. As for transmissions, I helped put a tremic 5 speed in to my bro's 67 Fastback, and it has a hydrolic clutch
A 67-68 wouldn't be a bad choice. but I'd go with a 69 with a 302, 351 Windsor, or a Big block and back it up with a 4-spd. The 69s just look more aggressive to me, but that's just my opinion.
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1976 Ford Mustang II Ghia: 302 with a 600cfm Edelbrock carb, Edelbrock Performer 289 intake, Dynomax Blackjack headers, 2.5" exhaust with Flowmaster Super 44s. RJS 11-gallon fuel cell, C4 tranny, chrome 16" pony wheels, fuzzy dice, brown vinyl half-top, and painted in the tackiest color ever (harvest gold, that's why I call it "The Goldenrod").
Also have a 2003 Dodge Ram (lightly modded daily driver/tow rig/office/dining room/home away from home/workshop... I call it "The Big Blue Dawg".)
If you like the 68 Model, then go for that. They look great in coupe or fastback form, which is something the later "classic" Stangs can't say. And they have an important *** over the 64-66 body style, the 67 and 68 body style was available with an FE Big Block (390 or 428), so you have a wider choice of options.
Good luck!
John
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66 Coupe - CandyApple Red, 2 barrel 289, C4.
66 Coupe - (father-daughter project). Tangier Orange, 302 with AOD, 17 inch Bullit wheels.
69 F-100 - 351c. Emerald Green Metallic paint. Still "in progress".
68 Barracuda - Rusted out project. 318 in the frame rails for now. Maybe a 360 in the future.
00 Mustang - (son's car) V6, 18 inch Saleen wheels.
The best car to get would be a 65 or 66 Mustang 67 and 68 are great to. But there are more parts for less money for the 65-66 cars. As for 64.5 there is not such thing. Its a early production 65 mustang. As for the 3 speeds most came with auto trans and the 3 speeds can be swapped to a 4 speed. You will however, pay more for a 1965-66 Mustang convertible to start because they are so popular. If you want help finding one or prices feel free to contact me we publish the mustang price guide and we always have a number of cars on our for sale board in the show room.
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Michael Satterfield
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California Mustang
You should look for a '65/'66 convertible. The reason is parts support. Its quite good for this model and each successive model gets more expensive to support. Power and performance wise, classic Mustangs can have adequate power, handling, etc., to satisfy your wife provided she's prepared to drive a classic car. These cars are old technology and do not have the refinements of modern cars. They do not handle as well, brake as well, steer as well, etc. I would suggest you find one with most of the options, power steering, power disc brakes, etc., or she'll be disappointed with it. A good car will cost $18K or more. As long as she cares for it, it will never lose value so buy a good one and enjoy it. There are specialty dealerships that can help you find one or you can use Hemmings Motor News, Mustang Times, Trader-On-Line, etc. to find her dream car. Plan on looking for the one you want for about a year.
the 67/68 mustangs have the same parts supply as the 65/66,at the same cost.the best deal WOULD have to be a humble 68 coupe...........safety& looks............
the 67/68 mustangs have the same parts supply as the 65/66,at the same cost.the best deal WOULD have to be a humble 68 coupe...........safety& looks............
That is so not true. Yes, it has gotten better, but there are many little parts that were '67 specific and other that are '68 specific.
You can practically build a 65/66 just by opening an NPD catalog.
Hi, good question. I personally own a 65 but its because I had one as a kid. I absolutely love them. EBAY is a good place to look at the many different years and models. No necessarily the best place to buy one. There are too many personal opinions as too how good one is compared to my own standards. Still it is a great place to look and get price ideas. GOOD LUCK
Randy
Need advise on year/type of Mustang to purchase 
