New 66 Mustang Owner

DeltaMustang65 · 05-26-2005, 08:10 PM

well, whoever sold you this car really screwed you. it's a coupe, NOT a shelby gt350. they just switched some sheet metal around and stuck the gt350 stickers on the side. not even passable as a "clone". sorry, but if you can, get out fast!

Orange97GTVert · 05-26-2005, 10:15 PM

You have an awesome Mustang, but sorry, it is NOT a GT350. All Shelby GT350's were Fastbacks in 1966 except 6 (I believe) rare convertibles. The quarter trim mouldings in the "C" section behind the doors as well as the fender emblems pretty much say it is not a GT either. The GT would have fog lights in the grille and GT emblems on the lower front fenders. The side stripes would have individual chrome letters spelling out Mustang and there would be no tri-bar pony with the Mustang emblem behind it.

The hood is either a Shelby hood or a Shelby scoop grafted on the original hood, but it looks really good. The front valance is a Shelby valance, the rear valance is a GT valance, but on a 66 it should have backup lights also. The car probably had a 289 V8 originally but the 302 is definitely a replacement, since the 302 didn't come in Mustangs until 1968.

All that said, the car is beautiful. Someone has put a lot of time and money into building a really sharp Mustang that really stands out. The engine has a lot of buildup, it should be a really stout package. The price seems a little steep, but I really don't know because I haven't seen it in person. These days originality does not carry as much weight as it did back in the 80's, so each car would be judged on the quality of the resto. Your son should love it, but if he doesn't, keep it for yourself, it looks like a really fun car!

Dave_mustang_50 · 05-27-2005, 03:00 AM

It may not be a Shelby, But it sure is sharp. The price of a Shelby is about double what you paid. From the pics it looks like a head turner, and best part is you can drive it on the street and not worry, well too much. Is this your sons first car? If so, I`d tone that engine down a little. Looks like its gonna scream.

KiltedBanshees93GT · 05-27-2005, 08:15 AM

I wouldnt say you were screwed, by a good margin. You were misrepresented, but honestly, that car seems to have had some thoughtful (and at least from the pics) careful work done to it. Hell, I'd probibly do grevious bodily harm to someone for a ride that looked that good

(And one day, Mine will.

)
And yeah, I would be kinda hesitant to turn an inexperienced driver loose in that too. Stangs, especially older ones have their own rules for driving. (Trust me, I'm on numbers 4 & 5)
BTW, you aren't in the market to adopt any near 30 y/o gearheads are you

05-26-2005, 08:10 PM	#1
DeltaMustang65 Knuckle-Basher Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 249	Re: New 66 Mustang Owner well, whoever sold you this car really screwed you. it's a coupe, NOT a shelby gt350. they just switched some sheet metal around and stuck the gt350 stickers on the side. not even passable as a "clone". sorry, but if you can, get out fast!

05-26-2005, 10:15 PM	#2
Orange97GTVert Mustang Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Tyler, TX Posts: 568	Re: New 66 Mustang Owner You have an awesome Mustang, but sorry, it is NOT a GT350. All Shelby GT350's were Fastbacks in 1966 except 6 (I believe) rare convertibles. The quarter trim mouldings in the "C" section behind the doors as well as the fender emblems pretty much say it is not a GT either. The GT would have fog lights in the grille and GT emblems on the lower front fenders. The side stripes would have individual chrome letters spelling out Mustang and there would be no tri-bar pony with the Mustang emblem behind it. The hood is either a Shelby hood or a Shelby scoop grafted on the original hood, but it looks really good. The front valance is a Shelby valance, the rear valance is a GT valance, but on a 66 it should have backup lights also. The car probably had a 289 V8 originally but the 302 is definitely a replacement, since the 302 didn't come in Mustangs until 1968. All that said, the car is beautiful. Someone has put a lot of time and money into building a really sharp Mustang that really stands out. The engine has a lot of buildup, it should be a really stout package. The price seems a little steep, but I really don't know because I haven't seen it in person. These days originality does not carry as much weight as it did back in the 80's, so each car would be judged on the quality of the resto. Your son should love it, but if he doesn't, keep it for yourself, it looks like a really fun car! __________________ Harold Phillips www.mustangsofeasttexas.org 1997 Mustang GT Convertible, 4.6L Auto, Autumn Orange w/Saddle Tan Top & Leather Interior, Styling Bar, 17 X 9 Polished Cobra R's on Nitto NT 555's, Ford Racing Bullitt Suspension package, Mac CAI, Steeda UDP's, Flowmaster 40 Series Catback, SCT X-Calibrator II, Zaino Shine, 7 time Show Winner, driven daily

05-27-2005, 03:00 AM	#3
Dave_mustang_50 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: New Port Richey, Florida Posts: 483	Re: New 66 Mustang Owner It may not be a Shelby, But it sure is sharp. The price of a Shelby is about double what you paid. From the pics it looks like a head turner, and best part is you can drive it on the street and not worry, well too much. Is this your sons first car? If so, I`d tone that engine down a little. Looks like its gonna scream. __________________ 1969 Mach 1 351C with a c6(for now) Sold 92 Rag Top GT Procharged & intercooled DSS 331 LC Holley Systemax 2 Intake, Edelbrock RPM Heads,E 303 ,blow thru air meter, race bypass, 42 pph injectors,65mm tb,1.7 rr, Mac long tube headers w/off road H pipe, Force 2 catback, TKO,Pro 5.0, K&N, Alum DS,3 core radiator, subframe connectors,3.73`s, Nitto DR`s and a Heavy Foot.

05-27-2005, 08:15 AM	#4
KiltedBanshees93GT Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Pigeon Forge Tn Posts: 611	Re: New 66 Mustang Owner I wouldnt say you were screwed, by a good margin. You were misrepresented, but honestly, that car seems to have had some thoughtful (and at least from the pics) careful work done to it. Hell, I'd probibly do grevious bodily harm to someone for a ride that looked that good (And one day, Mine will. ) And yeah, I would be kinda hesitant to turn an inexperienced driver loose in that too. Stangs, especially older ones have their own rules for driving. (Trust me, I'm on numbers 4 & 5) BTW, you aren't in the market to adopt any near 30 y/o gearheads are you __________________ ____________ '66 Mustang Coupe- AKA "Lenore" on disability for a (long) bit '93 GT Mostly stock AKA "Fawkes" Rice Haters Club Member #239 "I find your lack of faith...disturbing." "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin to slit throats." H. L. Mencken

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