1966 mustang facts book

Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1966 ford mustang. Ford mustang fact book 1966 66 fastback coupe convertible 200 289 gt shelby 350. It has no rusting at all, everything is original, except for the tires, paint job, vinyl top and carburetor. In march 1966, ford traded the 1 millionth mustang to tucker in exchange for the. This is a section of the book that you sat down with the new car salesman when you ordered a new car. And heres a picture of it bad quality cause it was taken on a camera phone. In the spring of 1964 ford introduced the new 196412 ford mustang. Jun 21, 2007 i own a 1966 ford mustang, and i was wondering how much i could sell it for. Later, the books title gave him the idea of adding the mustang name for fords. The idea was to produce a model specifically geared toward racing.

Ford never intended them to last, say, more than seven or eight years, but how many are still around. In fact, march 1966 marked the creation of the millionth mustang, signaling its significance in classic car history. Every model since 1964 12 complete book series mueller, mike on. In fact, the very first concept to carry the name was a midengine machine, and it. The falcon, fairlaine, and mustang, were all numbered together, regardless of model or type. Jim osborn mpo293 mustang book 1966 illustrated facts specs. Warning about gts it is common knowledge among many vintage mustang enthusiast that the vast majority of the gts you see today are not authentic factory built gt cars but actually. Find 1966 ford mustang convertibles for sale on oodle classifieds. Although the first few years were definitely good for ford and its sporty mustang, 1966 was the year all that hard work truly began to pay off. The classic mustang facts about 1965 classic mustangs. We have created a simple solution to buy your 1966 mustang parts online at. Finding 1966 mustang parts for your classic mustang at mustangs plus could not be easier. Mustang maniac done some suspension work on my 1966 fastback in went in with the usual old car problems lots of noises and bangs and worsted of all lots of body roll, they fitted a new pair of front shocks and springs a new 1 shaw bar and they sorted some other jobs that needed doing, the car now looks great with its new shocks and springs and it is sitting right but best of all its.

Jim osborn has collected all of the information regarding your classic 1966 pony and pulled it together into one complete book. Used 1966 ford mustang for sale with photos cargurus. There are 8 1966 ford mustang gts for sale today on. The author obtained the entire production database from the ford motor company under license. This vehicle has a 302 high performance v8 engine with a sma. In 2014, the ford mustang turned 50 years old, and like most people hitting middle age, it didnt get there without picking up a few stories. When the average person thinks about a classic mustang, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is a cherry red 66 mustang coupe. Take being in the right place at the right time, add a different design concept, and stir in little creative marketing, and youve got the hugh success that is mustang. I believe at the time there were two choices for mustang clubs, the mustang club of america the big club and the mustang owners club. One of only approximately 1,400 real deal gt fastbacks built by ford in 1966. Adding to that, its a 1966 kcode mustang gt 4speed convertible in france. Mar 11, 2019 there is no doubt that 1966 is one of the most popular ford mustang model years in the history of the car. Author steve magnante is well known for his encyclopedialike knowledge of automotive facts.

It is a reprint of ford info, and lists all the options and option packages. Jim osborn mpo293 mustang book 1966 illustrated facts. Mustang gtcs recognition guide and owners manual 50th anniversary commemorative edition. Just purchase a gift certificate for the amount you wish and it will be emailed to you. Here are a few things you might not know about the ford mustang.

It was called the fairlane committee because it met in the fairlane motel close to. Compiled by the editors of mustang monthly magazine. Ford australia organised the importation and conversion of the 1966 mustang to righthanddrive rhd for the australian market. By 1966, most people began to associate the ford mustang with power and performance.

The classic mustang facts about 1966 classic mustangs. In fact, ford advertised the mustang as the car designed to be designed by you. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Mlt fb72 facts book for 1972 ford mustang mltfb72 larrys. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1966 ford mustang and assess the current state of the classic car market. Gt 350s won the bproduction title again in 1966 and 1967. If you try hard enough, you can find a reason that every mustang out there is one of 20 made. Similar to the chevy corvette, the ford mustang has occasionally been imagined as a midengine sports car. I was a member of the mustang owners club in the late 1970s. Options and accessories added to the 1965 and 1966 mustangs appeal.

Whether youre an avid fan of all mustangs, a trivia buff who wants to stump your friends, or have a particular affinity for a particular era of mustangs, this book is an informative and entertaining collection of facts from one of the industrys most beloved and respected sources. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Great pictures and full of interesting facts about the history of the ford mustang. A book of 1967 ford mustang information, including engine options, production codes, paint colors, accessory options, etc. Results include ads from the april, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. The 1966 model was basically a carryover and on march 2, 1966, less than 24 months after its introduction, the onemillionth mustang was built. This book tells you i did the car, but, in actual fact, i had a lot of help, and i dont think anyone ever. In 1966, the idea of making a station wagon was almost made a reality. I believe that i still have some of the old typed newsletters around.

The new 1967 mustang would be introduced on september 30, 1966. The ford mustang is an american car manufactured by ford. Visit today to find low prices, coupons, and fast shipping. Product was successfully added to your shopping cart. When i started to get hand on every interesting mustang book, my first idea was to learn about restorations.

The contest is to win a 1967 mustang even though a 1966 mustang was used for the early photography. Only thing, its really just a graphics package applied to a standard mustang without any input from shelby american. This site is dedicated to the classic ford mustang, the original pony car. Produced by ford for 1984, its a gt350 that commemorates the 20th anniversary of the mustangbased originals. This manual details the various options, accessories and equipment that was available for your specific modelyear. There are 1,001 wellresearched mustang facts in this book that will surprise even the most. If you want to learn as much as possible about your 1966 mustang, than be sure to order this jim osborn reproductions 1966 mustang illustrated facts and specifications manual book mpo293 from cj pony parts. It lists options that were regular production, limited production and dealer installed. Fords kcode high performance 289, rated at 271 horsepower, remained the hottest optional engine up through 1966. Some examples include pieces of mustang literature that provide overviews of the mustang as a whole, or overviews of specific year range mustangs, like the fox body mustang recognition guide. Details about ford mustang fact book 1966 66 fastback coupe convertible 200 289 gt shelby 350.

To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. Did you know only 1967 fastback was painted diamond green. Search over 35,800 listings to find the best local deals. Our most popular years are not just 1965 mustang parts or 1966 mustang parts but 1967 mustang parts and. A marti auto works gift certificate is the perfect gift for any occasion. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. On 17 th april 1964, the ford mustang made its debut at the new york worlds fair ford anticipated they would sell around 100,000 units a year, and were somewhat unprepared when they received 22,000 orders in the first day alone. This new book features production facts on the 196773 mustang. It is a very informative book to learn about this car. Sold 1966 mustang gt fastback rare factory built gt fastback. This book, by donald farr of mustang monthly magazine, features almost. If you would like all of the kit components in a single color, great, you can ignore the customize kit button as no customization is required. This 1966 mustang comes with new quarters, rear frame rails, trunk floor, wheel wells, and front fr. Ford sold over 600,000 of these, making it nearly twice as popular as its competitor that year, the chevy impala.

Ford mustang fact book 1966 66 fastback coupe convertible. Mustang 1001 facts ford book magnante 1,001 1,000 fits. Mustangs plus carries the best mustang suspension and steering parts providing you with our track tested, and customer approved grabatrak suspension and steering parts. Stories tend to become so bent out of shape as the years pass that separating fact from fiction is. Not wanting to mess with a good thing, overall design for the 1966 model year mustang basically unchanged. Jim osborn reproductions book 1966 mustang illustrated facts. Options and accessories added to the 1965 and 1966 mustang s appeal.

Thats a valuable car even without the hfii provenance. This ad was published in september of 1966 in seventeen magazine, so it had to be photographed earlier. To comply with federally mandated safety standards, mustangs now included front and rear seat belts, padded dash, emergency flashers, electric wipers and windshield washers as standard equipment. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. In fact, march 1966 marked the creation of the millionth mustang. Soon fords new pony was storming into the history books and bringing performance and style within reach of a whole new generation. It tells you what motors you order with what transmission, options, carinterior color combos ect. The 1965 mustang shelby was debuted in january of 1965. If youre the type that likes random facts and information, cjs also has mustang books for you. The coupe was marketed as the hardtop but in fact had a thin b pillar and rear. Ford mustang fact book 1967 67 fastback coupe convertible 200 289 302 390 gt gta. The 1966 mustang fastback wasnt nearly as popular as the coupe. Mustang plus carries mustang fiberglass parts from 1965 1973. A great club based in the southwest but had chapters around the country.

Magnante covers them all here, generation by generation. This was a later release than the 1964 12 and the 1965 mustang, which debuted in april and september of 1964. May 03, 2016 soon fords new pony was storming into the history books and bringing performance and style within reach of a whole new generation. Find 1966 ford mustangs for sale on oodle classifieds. It was called the fairlane committee because it met in the fairlane motel close to fords dearborn, mich. Mlt fb66 facts book for 1966 ford mustang mltfb66 larrys. Our catalogs contains an extensive selection of over 8,000 different restoration products for 1964 121973 classic mustangs and the 19792015 late model mustangs. He currently owns the 1966 mustang gt that his grandfather purchased new. Ships monday, october 7 if ordered in the next 1 day. Cj pony parts also offers mustang books that give thorough overviews of specific mustang models, like the shelby or svt. Buy mustang facts books online mustangs plus buy mustang. All 1965 mustang shelbys were fastback models and came with no rear seat. The firstgeneration ford mustang was manufactured by ford from march 1964 until 1973. Mlt am12 interior assembly manual 66 for 1966 ford mustang mltam12.

Although the first few years were very good for ford and its sporty mustang, 1966 was the year all the hard work really started to pay off. If youre looking for some recreational reading and are a huge mustang enthusiast, cj pony parts has the perfect mustang books for you. Of course, the fact that the mustang is black hank the deuce loved black cars as did his grandfather, and adorned with hfii badges and a custom interior, makes it even more special. Pick up this great jim osborn reproductions 1966 mustang illustrated facts and specifications manual book today from cj pony parts. In fact, it was the best selling mustang of all time. Buy mustang parts and accessories online at mustangs plus, your mustang parts restomod experts. These books are filled with pictures and descriptions, giving you ample details and information on these mustangs.