£39,200
1968 Ford Mustang Fastback
United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1968 Mustang Fastback, imported from the US, features a potent 351ci engine enhanced with Edelbrock heads, a Holley carb, and tubular headers. Upgrades include a steering rack conversion and a reconditioned Ford C4 gearbox, promising improved performance and reliability.
Condition
6
While the car boasts significant engine upgrades and a reconditioned gearbox, its last MOT was in 2017 and it has covered fewer than 1,000 miles since. The description mentions that it is in very sound order bodily and ticks all the right boxes. However, there are no mentions of outstanding or near-perfect conditions. It is safe to rate the vehicle as good condition
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
8T02J189806
Chassis No:
Odometer:
1,000 miles
AMJ313F
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Description From a deceased estate; fully spec'd Fastback with useful upgrades; 351ci; Edelbrock heads; steering rack conversion; tubular headers; Performance 351 intake manifold and Holley carb; imported from dry-state America This J-Code Fastback was produced in the Metuchen, New Jersey plant in 1968 and originally came fitted with the 302cu in Windsor with a four-barrel carb.
Imported into the UK in 2003, nothing is known of its first 35 years - a common enough situation on US imports, although multiple bills on file from UK registration show plenty of love and attention over the subsequent 20 years.
The V5C shows five owners since arrival on these shores, although the last two are from the same family.
The vendor's late husband purchased it in 2013 from Cloud 9 Cars and very much enjoyed driving it.
The car has had a significant number of subtle but effective improvements which have transformed its already decent performance.
The engine appears to be a 351ci and is fitted with...
Points of note
£6,044
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£47,439
Median Price (Since 2020)
£741,904
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Aug 04 2017
Latest MOT Mileage
68,213 miles
Registration Date
1968-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 05 2016 with 68,213 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- offside and nearside front headlight chrome is starting to lift slightly
Failed
On Jun 29 2016 with 68,209 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Passed
On Jan 20 2015 with 68,183 miles
Passed
On Sep 10 2013 with 67,796 miles
Passed
On Jun 22 2012 with 67,662 miles
Failed
On May 19 2012 with 67,655 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
- Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Sep 13 2010 with 67,400 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- LOTS OF UNDER BODY SURFACE CORROSION
Passed
On Sep 14 2009 with 66,156 miles
Passed
On Sep 06 2008 with 64,413 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
- Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Sep 05 2007 with 63,443 miles
Passed
On Jul 14 2006 with 61,124 miles
Failed
On Jul 13 2006 with 61,124 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed
On Jan 16 2006 with 58,361 miles
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