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 Beautiful “high option” fastback. An excellent combination of original & restored with a few bolt on upgrades.   

Documented  high option fastback     

This fastback is factory equipped with performance options that are normally only found on the GT’s. 

A factory top “loader 4-SPEED fastback  with  POWER Disc brakes” is the most sought after option combo on a vintage Mustang. It is also equipped with Power Steering, which in combination with the above options, make for a excellent driving experience. 

This is a ”Marti Report” documented  original car with a few added options and modern upgrades to improve the real world driving experience. 
 

Options ( it is LOADED !!!! ) 

C-code 289 V-8

Top Loader 4-Speed transmission

Deluxe Interior “option package”

Deluxe Seat Belts

Power DISC Brakes

Power Steering

Am Radio 

Fold Down Rear Seat

Upper Console

Lower Console

Clock

Wheel Well molding

Raised letter White wall tires

Rocker panel molding

C-Stripe  
 

very Rare “as built”  

ONLY  86 “out of 317,423”  Mustangs built in 1968 were “fastbacks with Wimbledon white paint and “deluxe” red interior”. All documented in the Marti report. 

ONLY 1,179 out of 317,423 Mustangs built in 1968 had a 289 with 4-speed tranny. 

Not your typical Mustang! 

This is a very special car, AND best of all, it has had a pampered history and is in “GREAT” condition. 
 

Restored only as needed  

This car was owned by one adult male for most of its existence and was garaged and pampered since new. It was kept substantially original and required very little to freshen it up. 

This is one of those unique Mustangs that did not get passed around and was not abused and altered. The original owner special ordered the car of his dreams and fussed over and cared for it until he ultimately became too old to drive. It was eventually inherited by the niece of the original owner and then ultimately sold to a collector. The 71k miles are said to be original, however there is nothing to document it and due to its age will be some as mileage exempt. 

Very little was required to freshen up this mint survivor. It has had one repaint (a quality job) and still looks “show room fresh”. The body is laser straight with no ripples, no door dings, no deep scratches, no road rash or any evidence of careless usage or wear. To complement the paint, all the bright work (chrome and stainless) was replaced with new or restored.  

It looks every bit as good in real life as it does in the photos. I just applied the red “C” stripe. The C-stripe was an option in 1968 and I think it has that perfect “period look”. However, the stripe is 3M vinyl and can be easily removed should you not like it.  

The interior is the rare “deluxe red” with wood grain. The seats were recovered with the correct factory matching material due to some splits in the seams on the drivers seat. The door panels and dash are original and in great condition with that slight patina that comes with age.   It has the rare upper and lower consoles as well as the optional FOLD DOWN rear seat that everybody wants. 

Everything works including the “original radio” which still sounds “old school” good. The original deluxe steering wheel is included with the car and appears as if it can be remounted if you prefer it to the wood wheel currently on the car. 
 

Perfect rot FREE original floors !!! …. The floors are UNTOUCHED original and as nice as I have ever seen. No spray can restoration and no undercoating to hide anything. If you know anything about Mustangs of this vintage, you know that original floors this clean are next to impossible to find. This alone separates this Mustang from the vast majority. 

WHEELS ……… your choice,  either the currently mounted American Racing Torque Thrust D’s ,,,,, or, a very nice set of original 1968 “Style Steel” Wheels ….. either set will have BF-Goodrich TA radials.  
 

Mechanical  (original with upgrades) 

Please take time to watch the test drive VIDEO.  

It was kept substantially stock with only a few “bolt on upgrades” for improved real world driving. The car was slightly lowered and NEW springs and KYB gas shocks where installed along with front & rear SWAY BARS. This was to improve the stock handling of the 6o’s Mustang. Compared with stock, this baby handles like it is on rails and consequently is a joy to drive. 

The motor has never been out of the car and runs STRONG. The engine bay and the motor were professionally detailed and look show quality. Please watch to video to see just how original the engine bay is with all the rare tags still in place. It is original from the air cleaner to the oil pan. 

The rear end had a gear change from the tall 2.79 to a better performing 3.25  In my mind a good move when you have a 4-speed to enjoy. The car has excellent acceleration and torque through all 4 gears while still being compatible with highway driving.  

The exhaust was changed out to a true “dual” aluminum system with a balance pipe, Flow Master mufflers and GT tips exiting out the rear. The sound from the V8 is awesome.  

The experience behind the wheel is fantastic. It is a blast to take thought the gears and not only does it stop with absolute confidence (Power DISC brakes), but it steers with ease (Power Steering) and handles great with the suspension upgrades.