The revolutionary Ford Mustang caused a sensation when it went on sale April 17, 1964, as a 1965 model. All three body styles: coupe, convertible, and fastback wowed onlookers, but the sporty convertibles were the top attention getters. Almost sixty years later, first-generation Mustang convertibles are still universally admired and sought by collectors.
This 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible comes with Ford’s great 289-cubic inch small-block V-8 with a two-barrel carburetor. This engine was a $128 option over the base six-cylinder engine. This example is backed by the C4 automatic transmission and a conventional rear end fitted with 2.80:1 gears. The first-generation Mustang featured an independent front suspension with upper A-arms, coil springs, lower strut-stabilized control arms and tubular shocks. The solid rear axle featured leaf springs and tubular shocks. The beautiful burgundy paint shows very well and is a perfect complement to the parchment color interior. The electric powered convertible top is in excellent shape and operates smoothly. The vehicle is believed to have only 52,263 miles. This one will not last long. See detailed photos at www.maxmotive.com.
