The late 60s and the early 70s were the heydays of the muscle car. Every company in Detroit was pouring out hardtops and fastbacks (and even some convertibles) with loud, unregulated, tarmac-tearing V8s. Ford was the first on the scene in 1965 with the Mustang, but GM and Chrysler soon responded. For many, the early Mustangs are the definition of the pony car. The design of the Mustang is generally considered to be more elegant than most of the bigger and boxier competition. The slightly smaller size certainly made it lighter and arguably more nimble than its rivals. 1967 marked the first facelift of the 1st generation Mustang. This redesign brought in new taillights, emblems, wheels, dash trim, seats, and more. The 67-68 models also came with three gearbox options and six engine options (from the 200ci, 120hp I6 all the way up to the 428ci, 335hp Cobra Jet V8). This generation went on to become one of the most famous cars in movie history, thanks to Steve McQueen in Bullitt and then Nicholas Cage in Gone in 60 Seconds as Eleanor.

Exterior and Interior

This stunning example is finished in dark green (giving it a Bullitt look), and has been fitted with extensive modifications, both visually and mechanically. On the exterior, it has white Shelby-esque striping down the middle, and Eleanor side exhausts. On the inside, it has a new custom interior with a Carroll Shelby signed dashboard (with authentication), Carroll Shelby gauges, seats, and floormats. It also has a three-spoke, wood-rimmed Ferrari Corsa steering wheel.

Engine

And the modifications don’t just stop there. Under the hood is a 347ci Stroker V8 engine mated to a Tremec 5-speed manual transmission. The stroker has an Eagle crank, aluminum heads, new injectors, multi-ported fuel injection, plus a Holley EFI computer system and long tube headers. Getting all this power to the road is a custom aluminum driveshaft and a Ford 9-inch rear end. In terms of electricals, it has an American Autowiring wiring kit. The suspension has been upgraded as well; in the front is a Rod and Custom Mustang 2 Coil Over Suspension system, and at the back is a Rod and Custom 4-Link coilover suspension system. Stopping power has been increased as well, with four-wheel disc brakes and drilled and slotted rotors. Of course, the only question that remains is: what is the effect of all these extensive modifications? Well, on the dyno, this car reportedly clocks 525hp at the rear wheels!