1966 Ford Mustang Notchback

First released in 1964 the iconic Ford Mustang created a storm when it hit the streets and it still does to this day. Ford wanted to make the Mustang affordable and therefore it needed to share much of its engineering with an existing Ford product. They decided to base the Mustang on the smallest US Ford at the time, the Falcon.The Mustang was initially offered as either a "notchback' coupe or convertible. It shared its front double-wishbone/coil spring and leaf spring rear suspension with the Falcon. Compared to the Falcon its cockpit sat further back on the chassis, resulting in a longer front end and shorter rear design, both its roof and cowl were also lower in comparison. It's with those proportions and detailed with such iconic touches as the running horse in the grille, the cut away side detailing and the rear lights divided into three sections, that the Mustang became a car people were instantly passionate about

Built in 1966 this "matching numbers' example is affectionately called 'Suzie Q' by the owner and comes from a loving and caring home. Imported into the UK in 2005 the history of the car is known right back to its first lady owner, who used the car until 1996. The first owner then put the car into storage until it was taken out 6 years later and in 2002 it was sold to new owners in Kansas. "Suzie Q' was imported into the UK in 2005 and she has had just 3 UK owners since then including our vendor.

Following a recent re-spray, along with having the wheels refurbished, the car is presented in fantastic condition. This particular Mustang also benefits from many desirable upgrades such as an Edelbrock Carburettor, disc brakes, electronic ignition and hardened valves to accept unleaded petrol, all combining to make this a very usable car indeed.

The car retains its original interior, which is in superb condition with only minor splitting in the vinyl on the driver's seat. There is also a removable centre console added for storage. A new dashboard has been fitted which includes a wood grain glove box with a cassette player fitted inside. The original radio is still in place and in working order.Presented with the car is a substantial history file that includes a full service history since the car was imported in to the UK, along with invoices for work carried out on the car. The history file also includes a 1966 Mustang workshop manual, a 1966 Owners Manual along with various other Mustang related books.

'Suzie Q' is a fantastic example of an American icon, presented in superb condition ready to be enjoyed by her new owner for many years to come.