Detail Info for: Ford : Mustang Cobra Jet 1968 1/2 Fastback 428 R-Code 4V.. RARE FIND--NO RESERVE

Transaction Info
Sold On:
03/13/2011
Price:
$ 46100.00
Condition:
Mileage:
59965
Location:
Reddick , Fl, 32686
Seller Type:
Private seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1968 Ford Mustang
Submodel Body Type:
Cobra Jet -
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
8F02Rxxxxxx
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
5 DAY AUCTION....NO RESERVE....5 DAY AUCTION...NO RESERVE....5 DAY AUCTION....NO RESERVE...5 DAY AUCTION...NO RESERVE...5 DAY AUCTION....NO RESERVE...5 DAY AUCTION....NO RESERVE...5 DAY.... 1968 1/2 Fastback 428 GT Florida collector is allowing us to sell one of the most highly optioned collectible Mustangs made; a 1968 1/2 Mustang Fastback 428 GT Cobrajet. She has many factory features you've always wanted in a Fastback and some great add-ons. She has had top to bottom upgrades and restores through the years. This is a unique ,rare, true R Code Fastback with many desired factory options....offered at NO RESERVE.... Mustang was built 6/20/1968. Factory features include -"R" Code 428-4V Cobra Jet engine - R Code Highland Green paint (same as the BULLITT) -3.91 Traction-Lok axle ratio -4 speed manual transmission -GT Equipment Group -Visibility group -Power disk brakes -Power Steering and many other "Factory "features, let alone all the upgrades that have been done. ; ">TENS OF THOUSANDS HAVE BEEN SPENT RESTORING, UPGRADING THIS BEAUTIFUL MACHINE FROM TOP TO BOTTOM, THIS CAR HAS VIRTUALLY NO RUST AND HER ENGINE HAD BEEN PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED. ALL BODY PANELS HAVE BEEN RESTORED OR REPLACED .WHILE SMALL IMPERFECTIONS CAN BE FOUND HERE AND THERE, MOSTLY FROM NORMAL CAR USE, THIS CAR IS STILL A STUNNING EXAMPLE OF THE ULTIMATE MUSCLE CAR. CLEAR COATED, THE PAINT IS SLEEK AND SMOOTH. ODOMETER SHOWS 59,695 MILES. STILL HAS HER BODY TAGS. THE 4 SPEED TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPLACED SEVERAL YEARS BACK WITH A 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.......BELOW IS SOME INFORMATION ON THE 1968 1/2 COBRA JET FASTBACK !! ... BOB TASCA', FORD ENGINEER IN THE 1960'S, PIONEERED THE 1968 1/2 COBRA JET 428 V-8. HE TOOK THE FE-SERIES 428 CI BIG BLOCK ENGINE-ALREADY AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION IN OTHER FORDS LIKE THE SHELBY, AND TOPPED IT WITH A 427 MEDIUM-RISER INTAKE MANIFOLD FOR EYE-POPPING PERFORMANCE. THE 428 WAS BUILT FOR SMOOTH LOW AND MEDIUM RANGE TORQUE. FORD TOOK BOB'S IDEA AND FURTHER DEVELOPED IT WITH A STRONGER BLOCK, SIMILAR HEAD CASTINGS, AND A MORE AGRESSIVE HYDRAULIC LIFTER CAMSHAFT TO CONCEIVE THE 428 COBRAJET. THE 1968 1/2 COBRAJET GAVE FORD MOTOR COMPANY RENEWED RESPECT ON THE STREET. IT WAS BUILT FOR THE DRAGSTRIP OR THE OPEN ROAD!!! ADD-ONS, MODS TO THIS INCREDIBLE FACTORY 428 FASTBACK GT INCLUDE -PERFORMANCE 245/50/16 WHEELS AND TIRES -TACH -STEREO -WOOD GRAIN* -INCREASED OUTPUT -INTERIOR -PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION and many more features.... Owner prefers a true Mustang enthusiast win this car.....so bid away. High bidder will win. Owner has the car for sale locally so he reserves the right to remove auction.....so bid away. 5 DAY AUCTION....HIGH BID WINS....5 DAY AUCTION...HIGH BID WINS...5 DAY AUCTION....HIGH BID WINS....5 DAY AUCTION.... I have sold and represented several cars (mostly European cars) to other collectors, both domestic and overseas, with much success. You can look at my feedback, and bid with confidence. I can recommend a couple shipping companies/exporters but we prefer THE BUYER to be 100% responsible in securing their own transport......Owner prefers this to be a TRUE auction giving everyone the chance to win. Collectors or dealers can add significant value to this car with added GT, COBRAJET or PERFORMANCE OPTIONS ...Since its a TRUE R-CODE the value will ...always... be there...making this a great INVESTMENT as well.... We will gladly work with your inspector. We will gladly take closeups of any area you'd like to see. Winning bidder must make contact immediately after auction end. Payments would be made with a $1000 paypal payment immediately after auction end. The balance of the funds are due via accepted EBAY payment methods. All payments are non-refundable.Those accepted payment methods are listed on end of this auction. We will provide you all necessary information. Full VIN and MARTI report given only to winning bidder to maintain privacy. Car is sold as-is, how-is with no warranties expressed or implied. We can hold car for 7-10 days until your shipper comes. It will be held in a climate controlled storage facility. If winning bidder does not make contact as outlined, we reserve the right to offer car to next highest bidder. Serious bidders only please Car is currently in North Central Florida around the Reddick Florida area. Clear title ....pss. She has a new air filter now. On Mar-10-11 at 18:57:17 PST, seller added the following information: FULL VIN NUMBER ON CAR IS 8F02R208953. IF INTERESTED PLEASE PLACE BIDS OR EMAIL. WE HAVE RECEIVED OFFERS BUT OWNER WANTED TO GIVE THE AUCTION ANOTHER COUPLE DAYS. PLEASE EMAIL JELLYRELLY1@PRODIGY.NET SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.... On Mar-12-11 at 16:31:29 PST, seller added the following information: WINNING BIDDERS. PLEASE CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY AFTER AUCTION ENDS. WE ARE KEEPING THIS OPEN TO ALL POTENTIAL BIDDERS (INSTEAD OF JUST PAYPAL ACCOUNTS) SO EVERYONE HAS A CHANCE. SHOULD WINNING BIDDER NOT CONTACT US...with just basic information like your name, your phone #, paypal deposit etc....THEN WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RELIST THE AUCTION OR SELL TO ANOTHER BIDDER....APPRECIATE YOUR HELP...GOOD LUCK