The Phoenician Yellow finish accentuates every curve of this 1965 Ford Mustang, a Tennessee cruiser that's journeyed from Memphis to Chattanooga throughout its storied life. Averaging just 1,600 miles annually over six decades, its 96,367 believed actual miles tell a tale of calculated enjoyment and careful stewardship. The classic coupe architecture maintains its factory proportions, sitting confidently on period-correct 14" wheels with 205/70R14 tires gripping the asphalt. Dual exhaust pipes peek out from the rear, giving this yellow stallion an appropriate growl.
Slide across the threshold and discover a black vinyl interior that brilliantly contrasts against the bright exterior. The factory bucket seats maintain their original form and function, providing solid support during cornering maneuvers. Original gauges display vital information through crystal-clear lenses, while the factory AM radio stands ready for classic tunes. The manual floor shifter rises from the transmission tunnel with purpose, inviting the driver to engage with the mechanical soul of this Mustang.
Powering this pony car, with its believed original C-code 289 cubic inch V8 showing appropriate patina. The single 2-barrel carburetor mixes fuel and air for efficient combustion while maintaining period-correct specifications. Power flows through the believed original 3-speed manual transmission to a 2.80:1 rear axle for comfortable highway cruising. Coil springs with shocks up front and leaf springs with shocks in rear maintain stability through corners. Drum brakes at all four corners provide stopping capability consistent with 1960s technology.
HIGHLIGHTS:
289 V8 Engine 3-Speed Manual Transmission Single 2-Barrel Carburetor Dual Exhaust With Aftermarket Mufflers Drum Brakes 2.80:1 Rear Axle Ratio Stock Style Manifold Phoenician Yellow Exterior 14" Wheels 205/70R14 Tires Two-Door Hardtop Coupe Black Vinyl Interior Bucket Seats Floor Shifter AM Radio Front Seatbelts Original Warranty Card Owner's Manual Tennessee Car Since New 96,367 Believed Actual Miles
First-generation Mustangs like this offer documented history and authentic driving thrills. This 1965 Ford Mustang, with its numbers-matching 289 V8, three-speed manual, and Tennessee lineage, provides a pure slice of American automotive culture with every mile driven. Call today!
