In the 1964 1/2 Mustang, Ford replaced the 170 cubic inch, 120 horsepower original six-cylinder engine with a more powerful straight-six. The 289 two-barrel was the engine of choice; at 200 horsepower, it was meant to overtake the 260 V8’s 165 horsepower from the first Mustang.
Ford offered more potent options, including a four-barrel setup and the renowned HiPo version, boasting over 270 horsepower. The 1965 Mustang 2+2 featured in these photos came equipped with a 289 two-barrel unit, though its ability to start remains uncertain. The owner’s Craigslist listing explains the V8 runs, but its operational status remains unclear due to prolonged inactivity in a driveway.
Initially intending a restomod project upon discovering the car in Tennessee, the owner abandoned the plan due to requests to maintain its originality. While its completeness remains uncertain, the Mustang will come with numerous small parts to kickstart restoration efforts, alongside original keys and documentation tracing back to its purchase.
Priced reasonably for an unaltered 1965 Mustang, its potential value upon proper restoration could exceed double the asking price, despite its common 289 engine. Alternatively, it presents an opportunity for a stylish daily driver, though the price may deter some buyers at $28,000.