1965 Ford Mustang

Convertible

8 - Cyl.

Manual

5F08K290371

Clear

Gasoline

You are bidding on a "True" 1965 Mustang GT "K Code" Convertible Engine is the factory 289/271 High Performance with solid lift cam. Transmission is 4 speed manual Exterior is Rangoon Red with and red "Pony" Interior and a white top 1965 styled steel wheels with center cap and correct white wall tires The '65 GT also included a special dashboard instrument cluster that became standard in 1966. The GT had stripes on the lower body sides, fog lamps in the grille, dual exhaust tips, and GT badges on the front fenders. The GT upgrade was an extra $165.03. An interior upgrade was available for 1965 and 1966 Mustangs. The Deluxe or "Pony" Interior included two-tone seats with running horses stamped on the backs. Vin Decoded as: 5 Year 1965 F Assembly Dearborn, MI 08 Body Mustang 2-Door Convertible K Engine 8 Cyl. 289 CID Type: High Performance Horsepower: 271 Carbs: 1-4BBL Compression: 10.0:1 290371 Serial 290371 Engine: 8 Cyl. 289 CID Miscellaneous Vehicle Data Body: 76B Convertible, Pony Interior Color: J Rangoon Red Trim: 65 Red Crinkle Vinyl, Pony Interior Date: 18J September 18, 1964 D.S.O: 22 Charlotte Axle: 8 3.89:1, Conventional Trans: 5 4-Speed Manual A high-performance version of the 289 engine was introduced late in the 1963 model year as a special order for Ford Fairlanes and Mercury Comets. The engine is informally known as the "HiPo" or the K-code (after the engine letter used in the VIN of cars so equipped). Starting in June 1964, it became an option for the Mustang. The HiPo engine was engineered to increase performance and high-RPM reliability over standard 289 fare. It had solid lifters with hotter cam timing; 10.5:1 compression; a dual point, centrifugal advance distributor; smaller combustion chamber heads with cast spring cups and screw-in studs; low restriction exhaust manifolds; and a bigger, manual choke 595 ft³/min carburetor (std 289 4v was 480 ft³/min). The water pump, fuel pump, and alternator/generator pulley were altered; fewer vanes, extra spring, and larger diameter respectively; to help handle the higher RPMs. Even the HiPo’s fan was unique. Bottom end improvements included thicker main bearing caps and balancer, larger diameter rod bolts, and a hardness tested and counterweighted crankshaft, all for high-rpm reliability. The HiPo carried SAE gross ratings of 271 hp (202 kW) @ 6000 rpm and 312 lbf·ft (423 N·m) @ 3400 rpm. This K Code Convertible is in show driver condition and documentation includes the owner manual. This car has been stored in a climate controlled showroom. We reserve the right to end the acution early as this car is also for sale in our showroom locally. If you have any questions or would like more photos of this car feel free to email us at vintagecars@cteinternational.com or call us at 864-579-7763.