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Current bid: $90,000.00

he 1968 Ford Mustang, a quintessential American pony car, refined the iconic first-generation design with subtle yet impactful changes. It retained the classic long hood and short deck, but introduced a cleaner, more integrated aesthetic. Key updates included side marker lights (a new federal mandate), a revised grille with horizontal bars, and a slightly restyled interior. Under the hood, engine options ranged from economical six-cylinders to potent V8s, including the legendary 428 Cobra Jet, making it a versatile and thrilling machine beloved by enthusiasts for its timeless style and raw performance

Item condition: Used

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1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback - Restored to Mint Condition

Vehicle Type: 2-door, 2+2 Pony Car / Sports Coupe

Body Style: Fastback

Dimensions:

  • Wheelbase: 108 inches (2,743 mm)

  • Length: 183.6 inches (4,663 mm)

  • Width: 70.9 inches (1,801 mm)

  • Height: 51.6 inches (1,311 mm)

  • Curb Weight (approx.): 3,000 - 3,300 lbs (1,360 - 1,497 kg) depending on engine and options

Engine (Common & Desirable Configuration - e.g., 390 cu in (6.4 L) V8):

  • Type: Ford FE-series Big Block V8

  • Displacement: 390 cubic inches (6.4 liters)

  • Valvetrain: OHV (Overhead Valve), 2 valves per cylinder

  • Fuel System: 4-barrel carburetor (e.g., Autolite 4100 or Holley)

  • Compression Ratio: 10.5:1 (typical for GT 390)

  • Horsepower (Gross): 325 hp @ 4,800 rpm

  • Torque (Gross): 427 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm

Note: Other engine options were available, including 289 V8s, 302 V8s, and the high-performance 428 Cobra Jet V8 (335 hp rated, but significantly more in reality).

Transmission:

  • Standard: 4-speed manual (Ford Toploader)

  • Optional: 3-speed automatic (Ford C6 Cruise-O-Matic)

Chassis & Suspension (GT Package):

  • Front: Independent, unequal-length control arms, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar.

  • Rear: Live axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs, telescopic shock absorbers.

  • GT Package Enhancements: Heavy-duty suspension components, larger front sway bar.

Brakes (GT Package):

  • Front: Power-assisted disc brakes (standard with GT Package)

  • Rear: Drum brakes

Steering:

  • Type: Recirculating ball

  • Optional: Power steering

Wheels & Tires (GT Package):

  • Wheels: 14-inch or 15-inch styled steel wheels or Magnum 500 wheels.

  • Tires: Redline or Whitewall bias-ply tires, appropriate for the period (e.g., F70-14 or E70-14). Modern restorations might use period-correct radial tires for improved handling while maintaining the original look.

Exterior Features (GT Package):

  • GT side stripes

  • Dual exhaust with chrome quad tips

  • GT emblems

  • Non-functional hood scoop (standard on some models)

  • Fog lights integrated into the grille

  • Side C-scoops (decorative)

Interior Features:

  • Bucket seats (front)

  • Fold-down rear seat (Fastback)

  • Full instrumentation (speedometer, fuel, temperature, oil pressure, ammeter)

  • Woodgrain or brushed aluminum dash trim (depending on trim level)

  • Optional: Air conditioning, AM radio, 8-track player, Sport Deck rear seat.