1964 ½ Ford Mustang 289 Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible (1964-1973) was the open-air pony car. Various engine options from inline-6 to big-block V8. Iconic California cruiser. Values from £35k for good examples.

Mustang Gen 1: Engine - Small-block (289/302) excellent with good parts. Big-block (390/428/429) powerful but thirsty. Boss 429 - specialist only. Transmission - Various autos and manuals, generally strong. Body - Unibody prone to rust in UK climate. Check floors, torque boxes, inner fenders. Import considerations - LHD, conversion possible but expensive. Values - Rising, especially Boss and Mach 1. Budget £3-6k annually.

Boss 429 (ultra-rare), Boss 302 (racing heritage), Mach 1 Cobra Jet, Matching numbers, Factory A/C, 4-speed manual