1965 Ford Mustang Notchback FIA 289 Race Car
- Engine
- 289 cubic inch V8
A comprehensively prepared FIA-specification Ford Mustang built for Pre-1966 touring car racing, holding HTP papers valid through the end of 2033. Stripped to bare metal in 2020 and rebuilt around a strengthened shell with a fully regulation-compliant roll-cage, the car is powered by a 440 bhp Warrior engine with minimal running and features the latest FIA-compliant suspension, a Butler straight-cut gearbox, and a comprehensive spares package including multiple differential ratios.
Ownership
- 2023-08-25Auction saleEstimate £60,000 – £70,000
Competition
- 2023-05-28Masters Pre-66 Touring CarsMasters Pre-66 Touring Cars, Brands Hatch4th on grid (qualifying)
The car qualified fourth on the grid at Brands Hatch on 28 May 2023; the engine had completed only two races at that point.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2020Restoration
Full bare-metal rebuild with reinforced shell incorporating the latest regulation-compliant welding modifications and the strongest feasible roll-cage construction.
Work was carried out to FIA/HTP standards, resulting in papers valid to 31 December 2033.
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