Classic Auto Mall
6180 Morgantown Road
Morgantown, PA 19543
"1968 Ford Mustang Hardtop
The logo of the car is a Mustang horse galloping from right to left and it was created by automotive designer Philip Thomas Clark. The horse has a strong connection to the American West, but the symbolism may run deeper. According to some lore, the horse represents American expansion and freedom. Others say the logo is moving to the left because Clark was right handed and it was easier for him to draw that way. Either way, the design stuck, and the horse still runs today!
For consignment, a 1968 Ford Mustang Hardtop with a title verified 61,096 actual miles and a storied history that is well documented. After being recovered from a 26 slumber in an Iowa barn and acquired by our consignors, many parts were replaced. Everything from motor mounts, steering gear, gas fill pipe, shock absorbers, to normal wear stuff like tires, plugs, and brakes were replaced. After all the sorting, our consignor kept it out of rain, snow, and salt and enjoyed 1,200 wonderful miles. Add in that according to the Deluxe Marti Report, this example is one of 481 Golden Nugget Specials built, not that you'd notice at first glance with the color and interior change, and we have a sure fire winner
Exterior
Repainted with two stage Tahoe Turquoise, this pony car now glistens in the light and wears a sharply contrasting black vinyl roof. For 1968, Ford no longer appears on the hood and side markers make their debut on the breed. And while we're in profile, you'll note the side faux vent has been restyled for '68, making it more narrow than previous years, and sleeker. Mustang emblems now appear on the fenders and the chrome trim on the grille is slightly different from 1967. 14-inch Styled Steel wheels carry 195/70R14 tires with a date code of late 2021. The bright work on the car is fantastic, from the chrome bumpers to the window and C-pillar trim, to the handles and mirrors, (a passenger side mirror was added). And the paint is good too with the only imperfections being a few bubbles on the lower part of a door.
Interior
Newer black and white vinyl door panels create a striking gateway to the cabin, where we find tan and white bucket seats in very good condition and a rear bench that's also nice. Mustang's new ""energy absorbing"" steering wheel, this one restored, is up front with a sporty design and the galloping horse, all leading to the bi-colored dash, black over white with the main gauges positioned to overlap both layers with black faced dials and red needles, with a series of smaller gauges positioned on the upper dash. The tidy dash includes an AM radio in the center and an overhanging dash pad, all in great shape. Mustang's typical T-handle shifter rises from the floor where newer black loop carpet coats the floor contrasted by the light colored headliner above, also newer. In the trunk, a new mat fills the space, matched by a spare cover and jack bag.
Drivetrain
The show must go on, and so it does with a clean engine and engine bay housing a 289ci V8, the recipient of all new tune up items, (plugs, wires, cap, coil), and rebuilt power steering. It's fueled by a 2-barrel carburetor and mated to a C4 3-speed automatic transmission sending power to the Ford 8"" rear with 2.79 gears. There's a newer master cylinder and front brakes, part of the four corner drum set up.
Undercarriage
Plenty clean and dry underneath with a mix of original, driver quality surfaces and some new components. The exhaust was installed in 2021 and runs through a pair of stock style mufflers before exiting under the rear valance through polished tips. Suspension consists of coil springs up front and leaf springs in the rear.
Drive-Ability
Our consignor describes his experience as ""driving pleasure, drawing lots of looks, and providing plenty of fun"" and we're not going to argue one bit. This is a straight and clean car with a high energy color and handsome vinyl top. It's a quick starter that handles, stops, and accelerates well. All functional items on the car operate as they should and it's back to the stables we go, ready to put this pony onto our indoor show field. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
Death, taxes, and well sorted classic Mustangs selling at Classic Auto Mall. All sure things in the world. It is perhaps America's most iconic classic car. Everyone can recognize it. Everybody wants one at some point in their life. And finding nice, original type examples is getting more difficult each year. Come see this turquoise trotter today or register your interest with a simple phone call to the mall. Here's the number, 888-227-0914.
8RO1C130098
8-1968
R-San Jose, CA Assy Plant
01-Mustang Hardtop
C-289ci 2bbl V8
130098-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 65-Mustang Hardtop, Standard Vinyl Buckets
PAINT Y5-Sunlit Gold
TRIM 2Y-Nugget Gold Standard Vinyl Buckets
DATE 17A-January 17th
DSO 741111-Seattle, Special Order Gold Nugget Special
AXLE 2-Ford 8"" 2.79 Conventional
TRANS W-C4 Automatic
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and we do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with host Stewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trends in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and automotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tune in each week to the Classic Auto Mall Podcast wherever you enjoy listening. You can also watch on YouTube!
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| Year: | 1968 |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Mustang |
| Mileage: | 61095 |
| Exterior Color: | Tahoe Turquoise |
| Interior Color: | White |
| Trim: | Hardtop |
| Body: | hardtop |
| Stock: | 7348 |
| Engine Size: | Gasoline |
| Transmission: | 3 Speed Automatic |
| Vin: | 8RO1C130098 |
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Classic Auto Mall is a world class consignment house located in southeastern Pennsylvania with indoor showroom space for up to 1,000collectable and special interest vehicles offered for sale. We are conveniently located just west of Philadelphia. This one of a kind building is climate controlled and security monitored and is the ultimate destination for classic and specialty car lovers. The building is located right on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with terrific frontage and exposure. Additionally, this one of a kind building houses one of the finest barn findcollections in the world with over 400 vehicles on display. The facility and grounds have plenty of room for indoor and outdoor automotive related events, car shows, car club meets, ride and drives and more.
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This wonderful facility started life as a clothing outlet mall in 1985 and then evolved into a furniture outlet mall until it closed its doors in 2011. There is a 188 room Holiday Inn with a walk-thru entrance attached to the facility that has a full-service restaurant, lounge, meeting facilities and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel just underwent a $3,000,000 renovation.
With an abundance of car collectors, car clubs and racetracks located within a short distance, this fantastic facility is ideally situated.
Our consignment program has classic car lovers excited to have a facility like this to store and offer their prized possessions for sale. We market vehicles worldwide and get top dollar for your one special car or your entire collection!
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