Vehicle Description
1965 Ford Mustang Fastback – Pro-Touring 331ci 5-Speed
This extensively modified 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback is a purpose-built pro-touring machine, combining classic Shelby-inspired styling with modern performance. Powered by a potent 331ci Ford small-block V8 producing approximately 450 horsepower and backed by a Tremec five-speed manual transmission, this Mustang delivers exhilarating performance. Finished in a GT350-style white and blue paint scheme over a black interior, the car features comprehensive suspension upgrades, Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes, Vintage Air climate control, and a fully sorted chassis. With its Tremec transmission, 3.80:1 rear end, and rack-and-pinion steering, this fastback offers a driving experience that blends vintage appeal with modern capabilities.
Engine & Performance
- 331ci Ford small-block V8 crate engine
- Approximately 450 horsepower
- Holley four-barrel carburetor
- Short-tube headers with dual exhaust
- MSD ignition system
- Aluminum radiator for optimal cooling
Drivetrain & Transmission
- Tremec five-speed manual transmission
- Custom aluminum driveshaft
- 3.80:1 rear differential
- New flywheel, throwout bearing, and pilot bearing
- Custom transmission crossmember
- Modern overdrive for highway cruising
Exterior & Styling
- GT350-style white and blue paint scheme
- Repainted approximately 2012
- GT350-style lower front valance
- GT rear valance with dual exhaust cutouts
- Chrome bumpers and trim
- New wiper arms, washer nozzles, and tri-bar headlights with trim rings
- Iconic 1965 fastback roofline
Interior & Comfort
- Black upholstery with woodgrain dash panels
- Wood-rimmed steering wheel
- Adjustable-back front sport seats
- Red four-point harnesses
- Padded Autopower roll bar
- Vintage Air climate control system
- Replaced interior switchgear, glovebox hinges, and latch
- AutoMeter instrumentation
Suspension & Handling
- QA1 adjustable dampers (shocks)
- Fiberglass rear leaf springs
- Aftermarket front coil springs
- 1-inch front sway bar
- Monte Carlo bar and Shelby export brace
- Bump-steer kit for improved geometry
- Rack-and-pinion steering conversion
Brakes, Wheels & Tires
- Wilwood four-wheel ventilated disc brakes
- Wilwood Dynalite calipers
- 15″ American Racing wheels
- Firehawk Indy 500 tires (215/65 front, 235/60 rear)
- Modern stopping power and grip
This 1965 Mustang Fastback represents the ultimate pro-touring build, combining the timeless design of the first-generation fastback with thoroughly modern performance and reliability. The 331ci V8 and Tremec five-speed provide power and drivability that far exceed original specifications, while the comprehensive suspension overhaul—including rack-and-pinion steering, Wilwood disc brakes, and QA1 dampers—transforms the driving dynamics to contemporary standards. The GT350-inspired paint scheme pays homage to Shelby performance, while the interior blends vintage style with modern comforts like Vintage Air climate control and supportive sport seats. Every system has been thoughtfully upgraded, from the cooling and ignition to the switchgear and instrumentation. This is not merely a restored classic; it’s a fully realized performance machine that offers exhilarating driving excitement with the comfort and reliability needed for regular enjoyment.
331ci V8 ~450HP | Tremec 5-Speed | Pro-Touring Build