1968 1/2 R-Code 428ci Cobra Jet Mustang. This is 1 of 1044 rare non-Shelby ''R-Code'' Fastback Mustang.
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Restored to match its original options (see Marti Report)
All matching numbers, nut and bolt ''Concours'' quality restoration. Extra care was used to keep the NOS (original) parts of the car during the resto, except for rubbers/bushings/vinyls/hardware. Every parts and bits were restored with the same materials and/or processes that were done at the Ford factory in 1968.
This is a true collector car
Here's the description of the vehicule:
Engine
Matching Numbers 428ci Cobra Jet 420hp / 440tq
Original Holley 4150 4bbl 735CFM
Original ''Ram Air'' System
Still has the original Smog Pump
Full rebuilt to factory specs
Date code: 8C24
Drivetrain
C6 Automatic transmission all aluminum casing matching #’s
9'' 3.50 Standard Rear Axle
Body/Exterior
Factory Candyapple Red, showroom quality
Body is free of rust or bondo
All Original Metal
Undercarriage in perfect condition, repainted in ''red oxide'' respecting every original details.
No stone chips, no scratches.
Gaps between the panels are nice and tight all around
''Ram Air'' Hood
Bumpers & Accessories are NOS rechromed
Chrome Trims all around are NOS and in perfect condition
Original Grille with Fog Lights (GT Package)
C-Stripe (GT Package)
Rubbers and seals are new
Interior
Parchemin Standard Interior Immaculate condition
Mostly Done with NOS (original) Restored parts EXCEPT for these: Headliner, Seat Covers & Foam, Carpet, Door Panels
Original Center Console
Original Steering Wheel
Original Dash Pad
Original 8k RPM Tach Cluster
Original and Functionnal AM radio
All of the Gauges are Functionnal
Brakes
Power Brakes
Front Disc brakes
Rear Drum Brakes
Suspension / Handling
Power Steering
Heavy Duty Suspension (GT Package)
Bushings, balljoints and tie rods are all new and tight
Wheels / Tires
Original GT Wheels
Goodyear Polyglas F70X14
Electrical System
Original ''repro'', fully functional wiring
Here's the ORIGINAL vehicule information, from the day it left the factory:
8F02R193759 VIN Decode :
8: 1968
R: Assembly plant, Dearborn, Michigan
02: Body Type, Fastback
R: Engine code, 428ci Cobra Jet, 4bbl, ''335hp''
193759: Sequential unit number
Warranty Tag:
63A: Fastback / Standard Interior / Bucket Seats
T: Paint Color: Candy Apple Red
2U: Parchment Standard Interior
15E: Build date : May 15, 1968
15: DSO (District sales office), Newark, New Jersey
8: Axle, 3.50 9inch Standard Rear Axle
U: C6 Cruise-O-Matic Transmission