A big part of the collector-car hobby is driven by family influence. I can personally attest to this, having been raised in a home where the vehicles provided far more than just transportation. They were sources of education, entertainment, and exploration. Today’s featured car was restored as part of a father-son project two and a half decades ago and is now being offered up to a new home.
The Pick of the Day is a 1966 Ford Mustang listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Iowa City, Iowa. (Click the link to view the listing)
“I purchased this car when I was 15, nearly 25 years ago, and have lovingly taken care of it from day one,” the listing begins. “I completed a resto-mod with my dad in the early 2000s, and now the car needs a new set of hands to care for it.”
Included in the listing is a build sheet that covers some of the cosmetic and mechanical upgrades that were incorporated when the car was overhauled. The body received replacement metal for the doors, rear quarter panels, fuel tank, and trunk lid. The interior was redone, and drivetrain received an electronic ignition system, an Edelbrock carburetor, Hedman headers, a new flywheel, and a re-cored radiator. The starter, water pump, fuel pump, belts, and filters have been replaced recently.
Why are Mustangs such popular classics? Well, probably because they were wildly popular even when new: Right out of the gate, the first-generation Mustang was a sales success. Over 400,000 unit were sold its first model year, and within two years, over 1,000,000 units had found new owners. It is no wonder that the Mustang is one of the most recognizable nameplates and iconic designs in the collector-car marketplace. The car is now in its seventh generation as of 2024, and its most powerful variant is called the Dark Horse – which comes from the factory with a 500-horsepower V8.
The trim tag on today’s featured 1966-era car shows color code “V” which translates to Emberglo. The hue looks striking in the photos, and the add-ons such as Cragar wheels, side-exit exhausts, a hood scoop, and a billet grille add some custom touches to the already-timeless design.
“Turns over like a new car and runs like a dream!” the seller concludes.
The asking price is $25,000 or best offer. Perhaps it is time for you to take this piece of family history and create your own memories with it!
To view this listing on ClassicCars.com, navigate to the archives at Pick of the Day.
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