1965 Ford Mustang Wimbledon White

Rated at 271 horsepower, the K-code “Hi-Po” 289-cu.in. V8 was the early tang’s most powerful powertrain option — and with a reported build date of June 10, 1964, this hardtop example is one of the earliest of early tangs. In fact, it falls into the production period of the first-run 1964-1/2 models. It is said to have its correct K-code engine, along with a few subtle resto-mod updates, including a five-speed overdrive transmission, suspension upgrades and more. The car is said by the selling dealer to be in very good condition, with the previous owner’s history dating back to 1993. 

• The correct K-code V8 was rebuilt and is said to start and run well.
• A manual choke is fitted.
• When new, the V8 was rated at 271 horsepower.
• ne updates on this one includes a intake manifold and a Carter four-barrel carburetor.
• The engine also has -style valve covers and Pertronix electronic ignition conversion.
• There’s also a custom dual-exhaust system with Dynomax mufflers.
• The engine is paired with a T-5 five-speed overdrive transmission.
• Torque is then transferred to a 9-inch rear axle fitted with 3.50:1 gears.
• ing to the seller the body is very solid, with no reported rust or damage.
• ng the restoration, a section of the front floor was replaced.
• After repair, the body was repainted Wimbledon .
• The finish is said to be in good driver condition, with some small touched-up chips, here and there.
• The glass is said to be “very nice,” with a small chip on the windshield.
• All the seals are also said to be in good shape and were replaced during the restoration.
• Exterior updates include a -style grille insert and a bot-style rearview mirror.
• The white vinyl interior was also restored and appears in very good condition.
• The carpet, headliner, seat covers, and additional trim show only light apparent wear.
• All the gauges are said to work normally and include aftermarket oil pressure and vacuum gauges.
• A center console and the Rally Pac instrument cluster with an 8,000-rpm tachometer are installed.
• Originally equipped with an AM radio, it has been replaced with a factory-type AM/FM radio.
• Aftermarket speakers have been installed in the front kick panels.
• The car has manual steering and manual brakes, with an upgrade to factory-style front disc brakes.
• The “ drop” was performed.
• This includes lowered A-arms and front-end alignment to 1966 specs.
• Heavy-duty sway bars were added, along with Koni shocks, a e Carlo bar and export braces.
• Cobra tires are mounted on factory-styled steel wheels.

• The correct Toploader 4-speed transmission is included in the sale.

• There are no reported issues.

• This 1964-1/2 tang hardtop is an original K-code car with its correct engine.
• The V8 was rebuilt and features a intake, Carter carburetor and Pertronix electronic ignition.
• A T-5 five-speed overdrive transmission has replaced the original transmission.
• The restored body was resprayed the original Wimbledon . The finish appears good.
• The white vinyl interior was also restored and appears very clean.

The selling dealer states that it will provide a clean and open title for the proper transfer of ownership for this vehicle. This early-build, factory K-code 1965 tang hardtop was said to have been with its previous owner for about 30 years and was restored with a few targeted upgrades, including a five-speed transmission and front disc brakes. The car is presented in “very good condition and ready to drive.”

There’s never a shortage of classic tangs in the marketplace, and while this one might appear at first glance to be just another Wimbledon coupe, it’s definitely worth a closer look. First off, it’s a K-code model, which means it has the factory “hi-po” version of the 289-cu.in. V-8, rated at 271 hp. into the details, you’ll find that this tang was subjected to a T-5 five-speed manual swap, replacing the four-speed (which is said to be included in the sale), so it now has the benefit of overdrive. It was also treated to a front disc-brake upgrade, and it appears that stock-type components were used. There’s also a Rally-Pac gauge cluster, a “ drop” upper control arm modification, a aluminum intake manifold, and a “ e Carlo” bar, all helping to nudge the coupe closer to early G.T. 350 specs. all, this appears to be a very clean and well-sorted example of an early tang that ought to be fun to drive, in part because of additional upgrades like Koni shocks, aftermarket sway bars front and rear, and modern radial tires.