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    Posted by horrie on 13 January 2025 at 9:39 pm

    Hello new here.

    While l currently have an XA coupe,XW falcon and an 56 F100. l have always wanted a mustang . I am hoping to purchase a 65/66 convertible. I want to learn a bit more about the first gen mustang so l can find the right car.

    Thanks

    Shane replied 2 weeks, 3 days ago 2 Members · 3 Replies
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  • Shane

    Member
    17 January 2025 at 10:03 pm

    Hi Brian. You’ve obviously got experience with classic cars, so you would know all the general things about rust etc.

    What specifically are you wanting to know about the 65/66 models? When I bought mine 10 years ago I would’ve like to know the difference between a ‘C’ code, ‘A’ code, ‘K’ code, and ‘T’ code (all reference the engine spec and are included in the VIN number.

    I would’ve also like to know the difference between a GT option pack (and how to tell a real versus tribute), and ‘Pony’ interior versus standard interior.

    I had a choice of a couple of cars when buying, but ended up going with one that I found out later was originally a six-cylinder converted to a V8 (great job though, but affecting value), and an original GT, which would be worth significantly more.

    All of these items can be Googled, but I would suggest this Wikipedia link as a good start – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Mustang_(first_generation).

    P.S. Where are you located? The local MOCA club can be a great place to learn more pretty quickly.

    Cheers,

    Shane

  • horrie

    Member
    17 January 2025 at 10:54 pm

    Hi Shane,

    Thanks for the reply. I am in North West Victoria. A couple of things l have wondered with the mustang is left or right hand drive. I assume some converted cars drive better than others . Right hand drive mustangs don’t always go for a higher price than LHD ones.

    I would also like to upgrade the front seat belts to lap sash ones for added safety. I see some first gen convertibles have upgraded seat belts. But are the after market American ones up to local standards, mainly the anchor point reinforcement.

    Thanks Brian

  • Shane

    Member
    20 January 2025 at 12:18 pm

    Hi Brian. RHD isn’t my specialty at all. From a quality perspective you’ll need to ensure that you have the engineering certificate and that it is current for the state to register it in (in your case Vic). On club permit scheme it means you’ll get an M plate (rather that the usual H plate) – consult the club permit officer for the club you intend being a part of (assuming not full rego).

    You could try talking to Russell Trainor at Just Mustangs in Riddells Creek as I know he has been doing the conversions for years and might even have some cars to consider (many MOCA vic members have sourced cars from his importing) – https://justmustangs.com.au/

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