1967 Ford Mustang
Background:
Builder: Passionate car enthusiast with extensive experience in custom builds.
Purpose: Dedicated to the builder and his wife’s shared passion for Mustangs.
Restoration:
Base: 1967 Mustang
Approach: Full strip down to bare body and chassis; comprehensive replacement, repair, coating, and sealing of all necessary parts.
Frame: Manufactured stiffening frame, powder coated and reinforced with subframe cross members.
Engine and Transmission:
Engine: Custom-built 351 Windsor, producing…
1967 Ford Mustang
Background:
Builder: Passionate car enthusiast with extensive experience in custom builds.
Purpose: Dedicated to the builder and his wife’s shared passion for Mustangs.
Restoration:
Base: 1967 Mustang
Approach: Full strip down to bare body and chassis; comprehensive replacement, repair, coating, and sealing of all necessary parts.
Frame: Manufactured stiffening frame, powder coated and reinforced with subframe cross members.
Engine and Transmission:
Engine: Custom-built 351 Windsor, producing 400+ hp on pump gas.
Features: Hydraulic Kevlar clutch, polished radiator, FAST fuel injection.
Transmission: Five-speed Tremec TK600, matched to rear end for optimal torque and performance.
Performance: 2500 RPM at 80 mph.
Suspension and Handling:
Steering: Rack and pinion steering with tilt column, power steering.
Components: Chris Alston’s Chassisworks chassis components.
Front: Coilover conversion.
Rear: Custom rear axle housing with 3:55 gears, coilover 4-link rear suspension.
Brakes: Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes.
Ride Quality: Updated suspension for excellent handling and comfort.
Exhaust System:
Sound: Custom exhaust system to match the sound of the original 390 Bullitt.
Construction: Welded and powder coated for a clean, seamless look and optimal sound.
Interior:
Audio System: Over-the-top professional sound system replacing rear fold-down seat.
Construction: Steel frame for housing components, enhancing chassis stiffness.
Features: Custom speaker housings, Kenwood Wireless Bluetooth AM/FM radio phone system.
Design: Sealed interior pillar vents for a smooth look.
Carpeting: High-end materials used throughout interior and trunk.
Climate Control: Vintage Air A/C for comfort in all weather.
Additional Features:
Battery: Located in the trunk with a keyed shutoff switch for theft prevention.
Wiring and Tubing: Engine bay meticulously organized to hide wiring and maintain a clean appearance.
Trunk: Finished with high-end carpet materials, professional shroud covering the battery.
Summary:
This 1967 Mustang fastback is a meticulously built Bullitt replica, combining classic aesthetics with modern performance and comfort. The custom-built 351 Windsor engine, Tremec TK600 transmission, and comprehensive suspension upgrades provide an exhilarating driving experience. The professional sound system, Vintage Air A/C, and attention to detail in every aspect of the build make this car a standout. With only approximately 3,450 miles on the build, this Mustang offers both reliability and head-turning style, making it a dream car for any Mustang enthusiast.