Sold | Property of Ewan McGregor, in his ownership since 2000 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

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£52,900 (Est: £30,000 - £40,000)

Property of Ewan McGregor, in his ownership since 2000 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

United Kingdom • 19 Sept 2026

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible, previously owned by Ewan McGregor since 2000, has been recently and extensively restored. It features a 289 V8 engine, automatic transmission, and a professional right-hand drive conversion, making it a desirable classic with celebrity provenance and significant mechanical upgrades.

Condition

8

The car has undergone an extensive restoration and includes several upgrades for driveability. It has covered only 2,000 miles since 2015 and is described as 'fresh from restoration'. While some minor jobs were noted previously, the recent restoration addresses these, placing it in Excellent condition.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

5R08C172341

Odometer:

2,000 miles

Reg Number:

KBY 228C

RHD/LHD:

RHD

• Purchased by Ewan McGregor from Australia while filming ' Moulin Rouge! ' • Professionally converted to right-hand drive • Recently restored • 289 V8 engine and automatic transmission Ford created a new class of car almost overnight with the introduction of the Mustang sports coupé part way through the 1964 season, catching the rest of the US auto industry off guard.

Brainchild of the late Lee Iacocca, the Mustang is one of the most remarkable automotive success stories of modern times and arguably the pinnacle of his long career with Ford.

Aimed at the affluent young, for whom a car was as much a lifestyle statement as means of transport, the Mustang succeeded brilliantly, achieving sales in excess of a quarter million by the end of '64.

a staggering 524,791 sales in 1965.

The secret of the Mustang's success was a broad appeal that extended beyond the target market thanks to a great value-for-money package combining sporty looks, decent economy and brisk performance, especially ...