1965 Ford Mustang

1966 Ford Mustang 2+2 FastbackBuilt 302 V8 | Toploader 4-Speed | Currie 9-Inch Rear End | Approximately 420 HP Highlights 1966 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback Built 302ci Ford V8 Approximately 420 Horsepower Edelbrock Performer Aluminum Cylinder Heads Edelbrock Performer Aluminum Intake Manifold Holley 650 CFM Carburetor MSD Electronic Ignition Full-Length Stainless-Steel Headers 2.5-Inch Dual Exhaust Flowmaster Mufflers Ford Toploader 4-Speed Manual Transmission Currie 9-Inch Ford Rear End Multi-Leaf Rear Suspension Bright Orange Exterior Black GT-Style Lower Body Stripes 289 Fender Badging and Engine Dress-Up GT-Style Fog-Light Grille Styled Steel Wheels BFGoodrich Radial T/A Tires Front Bucket Seats Full-Length Center Console Wood-Rim Steering Wheel SunPro Tachometer Auxiliary Oil-Pressure Gauge Export Brace and Shock-Tower Bracing Carpeted Trunk Compartment Classic Fastback Rear Quarter LouversCollectible Motorcar of Atlanta is proud to present this 1966 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback, a performance-built example of one of the most recognizable and desirable body styles from the original Mustang era. Finished in a vivid orange exterior with black lower-body stripes, this Mustang combines unmistakable mid-1960s styling with a carefully selected collection of drivetrain upgrades.The exterior retains the defining features that make the 2+2 Fastback so distinctive, including its sweeping roofline, recessed rear glass, sculpted quarter panels, and functional-looking rear quarter louvers. The bright orange finish is accented by black rocker stripes, polished rocker moldings, chrome bumpers, dual exhaust outlets, and traditional Mustang badging.Up front, the car features a GT-style grille with integrated fog lights and the signature running-horse emblem. A 289 badge remains mounted on the front fender, and the engine is presented with a matching 289-style air-cleaner assembly. These pieces provide a period appearance, although the drivetrain is represented as a built 302ci combination.Styled steel wheels with black centers and polished outer rims reinforce the Mustang's vintage performance character. They are wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires, giving the car a period-correct muscle-car appearance while providing more modern radial-tire road manners.Under the hood is a built 302 cubic-inch Ford V8 producing approximately 420 horsepower. The engine is equipped with Edelbrock Performer aluminum cylinder heads and a matching Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold. A Holley 650 CFM carburetor handles fuel delivery, while an MSD electronic ignition system provides a stronger and more reliable spark.The engine compartment retains a traditional Ford appearance with a red 289-style air cleaner, polished valve covers, red ignition wiring, and a black-painted engine bay. Export-style shock-tower bracing and a polished front support brace add rigidity while contributing to the purposeful presentation.Full-length stainless-steel headers feed a 2.5-inch dual-exhaust system with Flowmaster mufflers. This combination gives the Mustang the deep, aggressive exhaust note expected from a built small-block Ford while allowing the engine to breathe more efficiently.Power is transferred through a desirable Ford Toploader four-speed manual transmission. The floor-mounted shifter is positioned within the full-length factory-style center console, creating the direct and mechanical driving experience enthusiasts expect from an early Mustang.A heavy-duty Currie 9-inch Ford rear end provides the strength needed for the upgraded engine, while the multi-leaf rear suspension offers a durable and proven foundation. The underhood identification plate indicates a factory four-speed configuration, further complementing the car's performance-oriented character.Inside, the Mustang features a clean black interior with front bucket seats, matching rear seating, black door panels, carpeting, and a full-length center console. The brushed trim running through the console adds contrast and preserves the classic 1960s cockpit appearance.A wood-rim three-spoke steering wheel provides a period-inspired focal point for the cabin. Instrumentation includes the factory-style horizontal speedometer, a centrally mounted SunPro tachometer, and an auxiliary oil-pressure gauge mounted beneath the dash. Toggle switches positioned below the instrument panel add to the purposeful, driver-focused presentation.The trunk compartment is neatly finished with fitted black carpeting, providing a cleaner and more complete appearance than the exposed painted metal found in many early Mustangs.This 1966 Mustang offers the highly desirable Fastback body style with the performance equipment enthusiasts want: a built 302 V8, four-speed manual transmission, Currie 9-inch rear end, aluminum cylinder heads, upgraded ignition, long-tube headers, and Flowmaster exhaust.With its bright orange finish, black striping, GT-style exterior details, styled steel wheels, black bucket-seat interior, and strong small-block drivetrain, this Mustang delivers an excellent combination of classic appearance, vintage driving character, and upgraded street performance.