What is special about a 1964.5 Mustang?

The very first generation of the Ford Mustang was launched in 1965. Ford manufactured these first generation cars in March '64 until 1973. The few of them which came out early in '64 are still lovingly called 1964.5 Mustang. They are legendary in terms that they were the first pony cars of the world.
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Is a 1964.5 Mustang rare?

In total, Ford only made 28,833 units of the 1964.5 generation Ford Mustang before the car was replaced by model year 1965. How many of the now very rare 1964.5 generation have survived is unknown. The car has been fully restored to competition standard in the past.
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Why was the 1964 Mustang so popular?

As Ford planned, the Mustang was affordable and offered a wide range of accessories and options ever offered on a new line of cars. It was also available in two-door hardtop and convertible models and featured two front bucket seats, a bench-type rear seat, and a rear luggage compartment.
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What is the difference between a 1964.5 and 1965 Mustang?

The standard six-cylinder powered 1964.5 Ford Mustang possessed a 170 cubic-inch engine generating 101 horsepower. Later 1965 Mustangs had a 200 cubic-inch boasting a more favourable 120 horsepower.
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What is a 1964.5 Mustang?

To produce the car quickly Ford had to borrow parts some of the other vehicles in their lineup, particularly the Ford Falcon. This rushed prototype became the 1964 1/2 Mustang and all Mustangs produced before August of 1964 are known as the 1964 1/2 Mustang. The 1965 Mustangs were built after August 17th, 1964.
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What is a 1964.5 Mustang worth?

Prices of 1964 1/2 Mustang hardtops range in price from about $6,000 to $25,000, with the average value being $18,000.
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How many 1964.5 Mustangs were made?

A total of 121,538 early '65 (a.k.a.: "64 1/2") Mustangs were produced between March and August of 1964, with an additional 437,913 were built as "late 1965" models. In June of 1964, the "Hi-Po" 289 V8 was unveiled.
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How rare is a 1964 and a half Mustang?

The '64-1/2 Mustang isn't any more rare than one of its '65 counterparts. In fact, there are no '64-1/2 Mustangs at all; that title was coined by enthusiasts. The '64-1/2 Mustang is simply an early-production unit without the refinements that came later.
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What engines came in a 1964.5 Mustang?

The 1964.5 car offered buyers a choice between a 101-hp, 2.8-liter I-6; a 164-hp, 4.3-liter V-8; a 210-hp, 4.7-liter V-8; and a special high-compression version of the 4.7-liter V-8 good for 271 hp.
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What year Mustang is most desirable?

The Ford Mustangs We Loved (and Loved to Hate) in Each Generation
  • Best: GT350. ...
  • Gen 2 (1974–1978) Worst: Mustang II. ...
  • Best: Mustang II King Cobra (1978) ...
  • Gen 3 (1979–1993) Worst: 4.2-Liter V-8. ...
  • Best: Cobra R. ...
  • Gen 4 (1994–2004) Worst: V-6 Coupe. ...
  • Best: SVT Cobra. ...
  • Gen 5 (2005–2014) Worst: Base Model with V-6.
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What is the most desirable Mustang?

Best Ford Mustangs of all time
  • 1965 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350. ...
  • 1969 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra Jet. ...
  • 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429. ...
  • 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302. ...
  • 1985.5 Ford Mustang SVO. ...
  • 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra. ...
  • 2000 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R. ...
  • 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra (Mystichrome)
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What was the coolest car in 1964?

  • 1964 Porsche 911. In 1963 Porsche presented the seminal 911 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. ...
  • 1964 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage. ...
  • 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle SS454. ...
  • 1964 Lotus Cortina. ...
  • 1964 Ferrari 500 Superfast. ...
  • 1964 Pontiac LeMans GTO.
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How much HP does a 1964 Mustang have?

Engine choices largely mirrored the Falcon - a base 170-cubic-inch I-6 with 101 hp; a 164-hp, 260-cubic-inch V-8; and a 210-hp, 289-cubic-inch V-8. A high-performance 289, offering 271 hp, was added to the Mustang lineup in June of '64.
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What is the most powerful classic Mustang?

1969 Boss 429

Featuring one of the most powerful engines to ever to grace the Mustang frame, the Boss lived up to its name. While the smaller engine 302 was more popular at the time, history remembers the sheer power of the 429 the best.
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What is a 64 1 2 Mustang K code?

The "K" in K-code Mustangs refers to the engine: a durable, lightweight "Hi-Po" 289-cu.in. V-8, featuring just enough special equipment to help it make an official rating of 271 hp. Until 1967, it was the top engine option available to Mustang.
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What is the fastest old Mustang?

Top 3 Fastest Ford Mustangs Ever Made
  • Ford Mustang Mach I (2004) – 151 MPH – One of the Fastest Ford Mustangs. One of the fastest Mustang variants was the 2004 Mach I. ...
  • Ford Mustang Bullitt (2019) – 163 MPH. It is incredible how tiny details can make a big difference. ...
  • Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R (1995) – 160 MPH.
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Which Mustang is collectible?

Mustang enthusiasts and car collectors today will more than likely agree that the Boss 302 and 429 models are among the most sought after Mustangs from 1970 but there are many highly collectible coupes out there with far less production numbers.
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What Mustang was in John Wick?

John Wick's Car is a 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429, an American muscle car produced by the Ford Motor Company. It has a Boss 429 engine, with upwards of 374 horsepower.
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What Mustang did Steve McQueen have?

A dull green 1968 Ford Mustang GT driven by Steve McQueen in the movie “Bullitt” just became the most valuable Ford Mustang ever sold at auction. It went for $3.7 million …
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What was the fastest Mustang in the 60s?

Fastest Classic Muscle Car: 1969 Ford Mustang 428 Cobra Jet

In particular, the 1969 Ford Mustang 428 Cobra Jet was renowned for its high-level power, 428-cubic inch V8 engine. The engine also saw enhanced performance because of larger valve heads, ram-air induction, and a functional hood scoop.
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Will old Mustangs go up in value?

Because the Ford Mustang is known for reliability, its value doesn't decrease as steadily as other cars the older it gets. Mustangs can even be in merely “acceptable” condition at a certain age, and they will still perform more reliably than other vehicles of the same age in a “good” condition.
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Are vintage Mustangs reliable?

The first two generations of the Ford Mustang created a legacy in the automotive industry. There is a reason you still see so many classic Mustangs on the road today. They are one of the most reliable classic cars out there. As with any older vehicle, there needs to be proper maintenance and upkeep.
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What colors did the 1964 Mustang come in?

The 1964 1/2 Mustang came in a variety of colors, which included: Cascade Green, Caspian Blue, Chantilly Beige, Dynasty Green, Guardsman Blue, Pagoda Green, Phoenician Yellow, Poppy Red, Prairie Bronze, Rangoon Red, Raven Black, Silversmoke Gray, Skylight Blue, Sunlight Yellow, Twilight Turquoise, Vintage Burgundy, ...
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