Basic information and history

The 1965 Ford Mustang GT Convertible marks an early and sought-after specification in the model's first generation. The GT package was introduced in 1965 and added front disc brakes, fog lights in the grille, dual exhaust pipes and a more focused instrumentation. The A-code V8 with a four-port carburetor is said to deliver 225 horsepower, combined with a four-speed manual transmission. According to the seller, the car was built in San Jose, California, on June 16, and only about three percent of the 1965 Mustangs were equipped with the GT package. Ford does not have too much documentation on the earlier Mustangs of the first generation. However, the fact that the car is a GT is confirmed by checking the rear beams that are different from a regular Mustang. In the album documentation this is described in a couple of photos.

This example was imported to Sweden in January 2006 and is therefore not sold in Sweden. After the engine renovation in 2020, the car has only driven 9280 km according to the seller. The current owner bought the car in September 2010 and states that since the repaint in 2005 the car has always been stored in a heated garage and waxed every winter. The color is listed as Wimbledon White.

As a curiosity, the seller states that in 2010 they were looking for a well-maintained car in a classic color combination and therefore carried out extensive improvements without a fixed cost limit. Improvements and service measures are documented, see the section on service history.

Equipment and options

• Electric convertible
• Styled Steel Wheels
• Power steering
• Rally Pac with tachometer and clock
• V8 A-code, 225 hp, four-port carburetor connected to a Borg & Warner T10, four-speed manual transmission
• GT package: front disc brakes, fog lights in the grille, GT stripes, GT emblem, chrome strip on the hood, instrument cluster with five round instruments, dual exhausts
• BF Goodrich tires with double red lines

Modifications and improvements made: Dual circuit brake system retrofitted. Engine overhauled and balanced in 2020. Camshaft slightly sharper than original. Switchless ignition system installed. Documented improvements since 2010, see service history.

Condition

Body and paint The car was repainted in 2005 in Wimbledon White. According to the seller, the car has since been stored in a heated garage and waxed every winter. The photographer states the paint condition as 8 out of 10. There are two small marks on the driver's door the size of pinheads. Just below the handle on the driver's door there is a small small mark. There is a small mark in the paint on the tailgate. This is included in a photo and is clearly visible. The chrome, moldings, headlight lenses and emblems are rated as very good condition, 8 out of 10. The glass is in good condition with a small stone chip in the windshield. There is minor wear on the sills and door panels.

The Cab Cab is rated 7 out of 10. The function of the zippers for the rear window is uncertain, the seller has not used them during his ownership.

Interior The interior is rated 8 out of 10. On the right front seat there is damage to the edge between the seat surface and the side, approximately 10 x 4 mm. Under the radio there is an area approximately 5 x 2 cm that is painted in a different shade. The steering wheel, controls and buttons are stated to be in very good condition, 9 to 10 on a ten-point scale.

Tires and rims BF Goodrich tires with double red lines, tread depth approximately 5 mm. The rims are said to be in new condition.

Mechanics and function The engine was renovated and balanced in 2020 by Sahlström Classic Car and has since driven approximately 9280 km. The ignition system is switchless and the camshaft is slightly sharper than original. The brake system has been upgraded to dual circuit and is reported to be without any complaints. The gearbox and driveline, Borg & Warner T10 four-speed manual, are reported to be without any complaints. The radio is original from 1965 and adapted for the American market, which affects usability in Sweden.

Service history

Engine was renovated and balanced in 2020 by Sahlström Classic Car at a cost of SEK 78,575.

Ongoing service Last service performed in October 2024. After the service, the car has been driven approximately 1000 kilometers.

Documentation The current owner purchased the car in September 2010. Receipts and documentation for improvements and work since then have been collected to an amount of SEK 295,824, with most of the work being carried out by Sahlström Classic Car. Import to Sweden took place in January 2006. According to the seller, the documentation consists of receipts and documentation, which confirm the major measures.

Summary

1965 Ford Mustang GT Convertible with A-code V8, four-port carburetor, four-speed manual transmission and classic GT package. Equipped with Rally Pac, power steering, Styled Steel Wheels and electric cab. The car was imported in 2006 and has extensive documentation of improvements since 2010, including engine overhaul and balancing in 2020. The paint was repainted in 2005 and is considered to be in good collector's condition, the interior is well maintained with some known deviations.

Known complaints include minor damage to the right front seat, a different paint shade under the radio, a small stone chip in the windshield, uncertain function of the cab's rear zippers, and the brake light hanging on one occasion. The radio is original for the American market and therefore does not fully function in Sweden. Overall, this GT-equipped convertible appears to be a correctly specified example with solid documentation of the work carried out.

In summary, this example of a GT Cabriolet is right for those looking for a nice GT in a fun color specification and with several small, stylish detail upgrades that contribute to a stylish overall look!