1966 Ford Mustang

*289 Cu. In. V8 *Single 4 Barrel Carburetor *Automatic Transmission *Mustang Rally Wheels w/ BF Goodrich Radial T/A Tires *GT-Style Auxiliary Fog Lights & Luggage Rack *Power Steering *True A-Code Convertible! *Exterior Refinished in Raven Black *Deluxe Red Pony Bucket Seat Interior w/ Center Console *White Vinyl Power Convertible Top *Stock Instrumentation *Odometer Reads: 64,593 Miles This 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible is a true A-Code Mustang with great options and finished in great colors! Few automobiles in American history ignited a cultural phenomenon quite like the Ford Mustang. Introduced to a nation that was young, optimistic, and hungry for something new, the Mustang captured the imagination of the American car-buying public in a way that had never been seen before - and has rarely been matched since. Of all the early Mustangs ever produced, the 1966 convertible stands as one of the most desirable, most complete, and most beloved examples of the breed. When Ford unveiled the Mustang in 1964, the response was nothing short of extraordinary. Dealers were overwhelmed, showrooms were mobbed, and Ford sold over 400,000 Mustangs in the model's first year alone - a record that stunned the entire industry. The Mustang had single-handedly created the pony car segment, and every major American automaker scrambled to produce a competitor. By 1966, Ford had refined the winning formula into its most polished and well-rounded expression yet. Among first-generation Mustang enthusiasts and classic car collectors, the 1966 model year occupies a special place. Building on the overwhelming success of the 1964½ and 1965 models, Ford refined the Mustang for 1966 with a revised grille featuring a floating corral pony emblem, updated interior appointments, improved chassis tuning, and a broader range of options that allowed buyers to tailor their Mustang to virtually any taste or purpose. The result was the most complete and refined early Mustang yet - a car that delivered on every promise the original had made. Within the 1966 Mustang lineup, the convertible occupies the top of the desirability ladder for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Dropping the top on a first-generation Mustang convertible transforms an already wonderful driving experience into something genuinely magical - the combination of classic American styling, the open sky overhead, and the sound of a Mustang V8 at full song is one of the great automotive experiences available anywhere at any price. Ford produced significantly fewer convertibles than fastbacks or hardtops in 1966, making well-preserved drop-top survivors increasingly rare and sought-after with every passing year. The 1966 Mustang was offered with a broad range of powerplants to suit every buyer, from the economical inline six to the spirited 289 cubic inch V8 that remains the quintessential early Mustang engine. The 289 small-block delivered a lively, responsive performance that made the Mustang genuinely fun to drive while remaining accessible and manageable for everyday use - the perfect balance of performance and practicality that defined the Mustang's broad appeal. The 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible is more than a classic car - it is a piece of living American history, a tangible connection to one of the most exciting and optimistic chapters of the twentieth century. These cars are treasured by collectors worldwide not only for their beauty and driving pleasure but for the powerful emotional resonance they carry - the open road, the wind in your hair, and the unmistakable sound of an early Mustang V8 combine to create an experience that is simply irreplaceable. This particular example comes to us from a collector who stewarded the car for nearly 15 years. Powering this A-Code Mustang is a 289 cubic inch V8 engine fed by a single 4 barrel carburetor that together were said to have produced 225 horsepower from the factory. The 289 V8 is mated to an upgraded Automatic Transmission t