Ford Mustang 289 GT cabriolet - no reserve 1966 6F08A344544

Ford Mustang 289 GT cabriolet
Artcurial Motorcars at Rtromobile
Year:
1966
Auction House:
Artcurial
Chassis number:
6F08A344544
Date
February 03 2012
Engine number:
Unknown
Registration number:
Unknown
Body number:
Unknown
Sold for:
€ 38.124
1966 Ford Mustang 289 GT cabriolet - no reserve Chssis n 6F08A344544 - Excellente prsentation - Version 289 GT,
nombreuses options - Voiture soigneusement amliore - Plus de 70 000 de factures de restauration Ce cabriolet
Mustang est particulirement attractif, pour plusieurs raisons. D'abord, il est quip du V8 289 ci (4 736 cm3), le plus
gros alors disponible, dveloppant l'origine 225 ch et qui a bnfici de travaux de restauration et amlioration. Selon un
rapport d'expertise datant de mars 2010, ceux-ci incluent notamment des pistons haute compression, un arbre
cames plus sportif, des culasses Edelbrock, des culbuteurs rouleaux, un bloc rals, une pompe huile gros dbit, un
allumage haute performance, un systme de refroidissement amlior... La direction est neuve, de mme que les trains
avant, les freins et la climatisation. Sous le capot ont t poss des renforts et une barre anti-rapprochement. La
carrosserie "Aqua Blue" a galement bnfici de soins attentifs et se prsente en excellent tat, avec tous les chromes,
enjoliveurs et badges propres ce modle. Dote d'une bote automatique, la voiture comporte un "pack GT" avec
l'quipement que cela implique, comme des phares antibrouillard, des chappements deux sorties embouts chroms ou
un tableau de bord cinq cadrans, plus les deux de l'option "rally-pac". Parmi les autres options d'poque, on note la
climatisation, une console centrale et les belles roues acier imitation rayons, chromes. Cette voiture a t achete en
2006 au Pacific Garage, Vernon, o ont ensuite t raliss les travaux de restauration, attests par une liasse de factures
totalisant environ 70 000 . En tat exceptionnel, cette Mustang prsente l'avantage d'une carrosserie cabriolet, du
moteur 289 et de plusieurs options qui rendent les performances particulirement intressantes et la prsentation
extrmement sduisante. De plus, elle correspond l'un des tout premiers millsimes, quand la Mustang est encore le
"pony-car" svelte et lance voulu par Lee Iacocca. Il s'agit d'une version trs convoite par les amateurs. Carte grise
franaise - Excellent presentation - Version 289 GT, numerous options - Lots of upgrades This convertible Mustang is
particularly attractive for several reasons. Firstly, it is equipped with the V8 289 ci engine (4 736 cm3), the largest
available, producing 225 bhp, which has been overhauled and improved. According to an inspection report dated
March 2010, this work included fitting high compression pistons, a sportier cam, Edelbrock cylinder head, roller
rocker arms, rebored block, high capacity oil pump, advanced ignition and improved cooling system...The steering is
new, as is the front axle, the brakes and the air-conditioning. The hood has been lined and a front tower strut bar has
been added. The " Aqua Blue " bodywork has also been refurbished and is in excellent condition, complete with all
the chrome work, hub caps and badges correct for this model. Fitted with an automatic gearbox, the car has the " GT
Equipment Package" which includes fog lamps, chrome twin-exhaust and a dashboard with five dials, plus the two
from the " rally-pac " option. Other period options include air-conditioning, central console and stunning stainless
steel wire wheels in chrome. In 2006 this car was bought from the Pacific Garage, Vernon, who then undertook a
70,000 restoration of the car, as detailed by the bundle of invoices in the file. In exceptional condition, this Mustang is
particularly desirable, having the 289 engine and being convertible. With various extra options, the car combines a
seductive appearance with an exciting performance. Moreover, this is one of the first generation Mustangs, the
original " pony-car " a svelte and sporty creation by Lee Iacocca. This version is particularly coveted by enthusiasts.
French title Estimation 40 000 - 60 000 Sold for 38,124