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VINTAGE: Early Mustang Bodies Re-Created
New high-quality bodyshells for the first-generation pony cars now available as authentic Ford parts for builders and restorers.
All-new early Mustang bodyshells are now being reproduced by Ford to replace wrecked or rusted-out originals. (Photo: Ford)
Ford has unveiled a Mustang lover’s dream come true, which makes it possible to build a ’64½, ’65 or ’66 Mustang convertible from the wheels up using an all-new Ford-approved and officially licensed body shell.
The body shell for the original Mustang convertible, now in production and available for restorers as a Ford restoration part, is being shown this week at the SEMA aftermarket convention in Las Vegas.
“The 1964-66 Mustang is the most restored vintage vehicle, but the number of original 1964-66 vintage bodies is shrinking every year,” said Dennis Mondrach, Ford Restoration Parts licensing manager. “Most of the original Mustangs left in scrap yards are rusted or wrecked beyond repair.
“The new body shell is made of virgin metal and uses modern welding techniques. It comes rust-proofed, and after final adjustment and finish preparation of the body panels, it is ready for painting and final assembly.”
The new body shell not only can save restorers time and money, but it enables them to build strong, well-engineered classic Mustangs.
“Instead of spending money fixing rust and welding in new panels, restorers can now simply transfer their powertrain, interior and trim parts onto the new body shell,” Mondrach said.
To build a restored Mustang using the new shell, a technician or hobbyist can take the parts from an existing car or buy them new, and transfer them to the new body. Mondrach says that nearly all the parts needed to build a complete new 1964-66 Mustang convertible, except for some minor body hardware, are now available from Ford-approved classic parts suppliers.
Ford-approved Mustang restoration parts can be found at www.fordrestorationparts.com.
For a restoration part to be approved by Ford, suppliers must meet or exceed the fit, finish and quality of the original, Mondrach said. Ford allows the parts suppliers access to original technical drawings, blueprints and specifications to make replacement parts for the vintage cars.
The ’65 Mustang body shell is constructed of higher-grade steel than the original, said Jim Christina, vice president of Dynacorn International, the Ford-approved company that is manufacturing the ’65 Mustang.
“We use a modern universal automotive-grade steel that is actually stronger than the original, and modern welding techniques along with more welds to strengthen the body,” Christina said.
The ’65 body is in production now and can be delivered by freight truck to any address. The ’65 Mustang body includes the doors and trunk lid and all the sheet metal from the radiator support to the taillight panel except the hood and front fenders. Those items are available separately. The ’65 Mustang body shell starts at $15,000.
Ford will display a new 1965 Mustang body shell Tuesday through Thursday at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. It will be parked next to a restored 1965 convertible to demonstrate the high quality of the assembly.
The body shell for the original Mustang convertible, now in production and available for restorers as a Ford restoration part, is being shown this week at the SEMA aftermarket convention in Las Vegas.
“The 1964-66 Mustang is the most restored vintage vehicle, but the number of original 1964-66 vintage bodies is shrinking every year,” said Dennis Mondrach, Ford Restoration Parts licensing manager. “Most of the original Mustangs left in scrap yards are rusted or wrecked beyond repair.
“The new body shell is made of virgin metal and uses modern welding techniques. It comes rust-proofed, and after final adjustment and finish preparation of the body panels, it is ready for painting and final assembly.”
The new body shell not only can save restorers time and money, but it enables them to build strong, well-engineered classic Mustangs.
“Instead of spending money fixing rust and welding in new panels, restorers can now simply transfer their powertrain, interior and trim parts onto the new body shell,” Mondrach said.
To build a restored Mustang using the new shell, a technician or hobbyist can take the parts from an existing car or buy them new, and transfer them to the new body. Mondrach says that nearly all the parts needed to build a complete new 1964-66 Mustang convertible, except for some minor body hardware, are now available from Ford-approved classic parts suppliers.
Ford-approved Mustang restoration parts can be found at www.fordrestorationparts.com.
For a restoration part to be approved by Ford, suppliers must meet or exceed the fit, finish and quality of the original, Mondrach said. Ford allows the parts suppliers access to original technical drawings, blueprints and specifications to make replacement parts for the vintage cars.
The ’65 Mustang body shell is constructed of higher-grade steel than the original, said Jim Christina, vice president of Dynacorn International, the Ford-approved company that is manufacturing the ’65 Mustang.
“We use a modern universal automotive-grade steel that is actually stronger than the original, and modern welding techniques along with more welds to strengthen the body,” Christina said.
The ’65 body is in production now and can be delivered by freight truck to any address. The ’65 Mustang body includes the doors and trunk lid and all the sheet metal from the radiator support to the taillight panel except the hood and front fenders. Those items are available separately. The ’65 Mustang body shell starts at $15,000.
Ford will display a new 1965 Mustang body shell Tuesday through Thursday at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas. It will be parked next to a restored 1965 convertible to demonstrate the high quality of the assembly.
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