PRICE £SOLD
YEAR 1967
ENGINE 6381cc/V8/OHV/Holley four-barrel carburettor
POWER 320bhp@4800rpm
MAXIMUM SPEED 113mph  
0-60MPH 7.8sec
GEARBOX RWD, four-speed manual
MILEAGE 25,904 miles
MOT 12 months from sale
CHASSIS NUMBER 7T025298509
ENGINE NUMBER 3210V63BFDS
COLOUR Brittany Blue (Ford 1624-A)
INTERIOR Black vinyl
WIDTH 1801mm
LENGTH 4663mm
HEIGHT 1316mm 

Thanks to the tyre-shredding antics of Steve McQueen in Bullitt, the GT390 S Fastback has become one of the most iconic and desirable of all Ford Mustang variants. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a stunning example in beautiful restored condition

Nearly all first generation Ford Mustangs are regarded as thoroughbred classics these days, but some are just a bit more special than others. And the 1967/68 Ford Mustang GT390 Code S is just one such machine. The 1967 model year saw the introduction of the big-block 390ci V8 engine – that’s 6.4 litres in European speak – and when Steve McQueen showed exactly what a 320bhp GT390 Fastback was capable of against a Dodge Charger in the 1968 movie Bullitt, it turned the type into a Hollywood star. As a result, it’s one of the most sought after of all Mustangs.

Our example emerged the year before McQueen made the GT390 the car king of cool. It was built at the Ford Metuchen plant in New Jersey during August 1967 and finished in Brittany Blue, the colour it remains today. The Mustang came to the UK early in its life, making the trip across the Atlantic in 1970. It’s been here ever since, passing through the hands of owners who have all looked after it with great care and attention. One loved it so much that he even compiled a book detailing its life.

So there’s a huge amount of history chronicling this car, but one of the most pertinent points for any potential owner is that, during 2012 and 2013, the car was totally restored by 1964-68 model specialist Mustang Maniac. Since then, it has been used sparingly and, whenever possible, on dry days only. More recently, Pilgrim Motorsports has been responsible for servicing and maintaining it, with many invoices testifying to anything needing attention getting the work needed. Thus the GT390 remains in superb order throughout and drives very well.

The bodywork is in pristine order, with its Brittany Blue shade consistent and free from any significant blemishes across the whole body. All the chrome and other brightwork remains sparkling and free from tarnishing while the wheels, clad in BF Goodrich Radial T/A tyres, bear no significant marks. Those tyres, incidentally, are date-stamped 2021, so have plenty of life left in them. While the grille has auxiliary lights set into it, the car comes with its original one without lamps, should the new owner wish to make the Mustang look a little more like a Bullitt star. Undersealing has been neatly carried out underneath, although items such as the sump are chromed – and that its mirrored surface is still so reflective speaks volumes about how carefully the car has been used. A stainless steel exhaust has been installed.       

Inside, the flamboyant cabin is close to spotless, with very few signs of wear anywhere. The vinyl seats look almost like they’ve never been sat in. All the gauges and gauges work – including the clock – and even the indicator flashers set into the bonnet are functioning as Ford intended, as are the red and white lights that come on when the doors are open. Lap-belts are fitted for the rear seats. The carpets are protected by over-mats branded with Mustang logos. One nice upgrade is the digital radio, with a retro-style fascia that blends in perfectly with the rest of the car. It still has transparent plastic protecting it.  

The engine bay is so well-detailed that it’s just begging to be shown off at events. So clean and tidy is it that even the majority of the nuts and bolts are free from any surface rust. There’s plenty of shiny chrome, such as the air cleaner top, oil filler cap and rocker covers. Upgrades include an MSD digital ignition plus Evans waterless engine coolant.

Suffice to say, the Mustang drives as nicely as it looks. The noise from the big-block V8 is intoxicating when provoked, an ear-splitting, bawling, evocative roar that makes it immediately apparent just what a potent performance machine this GT390 is. The four-speed manual gearbox brings greater driver engagement than an automatic transmission, while front disc brakes – standard on the GT  – do an excellent job of reigning in all the power. However, the Ford is also docile enough when required, its V8 delivering plenty of low-down torque. And it’s got 427lb ft of that. 

GT390 Fastbacks are rare beasts (and this car really is a beast) in the UK. If you’ve ever wanted to fulfil your Steve McQueen fantasies, or just own and drive an American icon, then finding one better than this will be quite a challenge.      

While Greenside Cars Ltd has tried to ensure information and assessments are accurate and complete, we are aware that some errors and omissions may occur from time to time. We are not able, therefore, to guarantee the accuracy of information and cannot accept liability for loss or damage arising from it. We highly recommend that you examine any vehicle to check the reliability of the information supplied. Please contact us for further details, images, or to arrange a viewing of this 1967 Ford Mustang GT390 Fastback.

PRICE

£ SOLD

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YEAR

1967

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ENGINE

6381cc V8 OHV

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MILEAGE

25,904

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COLOUR

BRITTANY BLUE

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