1965 Ford Mustang Fastback GT "K Code"

This authentic 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback GT "K-Code" 4-speed is highly documented and beautifully restored. Unlike most first generation "K-Code" Mustang’s this example retains its factory original Data Plate, Buck Tag, Inner fender VIN stamp and Build Sheet. Also, unlike most first generation "K-Code" Mustang’s this example is also accompanied with its original Retail Order Form, Bill of Sale, Financing Documents and Certificate of Title which are included. As indicated on the Retail Order Form this car was special ordered by Mr. Homer Nutting, Jr on May 18th, 1965 at Archway Motors, Inc. located in Baltimore, MD. Archway Motors was known for sponsoring famous Ford/Shelby race car driver Mark Donohue. As indicated it was ordered with a Twilight Turquoise exterior, Black interior, full wheel covers, white wall tires instead of red stripe tires, GT Equipment Group, Visibility Group, radio, Hi-Performance 289/271hp V8 engine and 4-speed manual transmission. As indicated on the Build Sheet and Data Plate the build date was on June 7th, 1965 at the Metuchen, NJ plant. Based on factory delays and corresponding documents it’s believed it was actually built on June 22nd. From the information gathered only 65 “K-Code"Mustangs were built at Metuchen. This example is one of only 1,490 listed in the “K-Code" Registry of which only 40 were built at Metuchen. As the Bill of Sale “Car Invoice" and Financing Documents “Conditional Sale Contract" indicate Homer Nutting, Jr took physical delivery on June 30th, 1965. The car was the product of a meticulous rotisserie restoration in 2008 which is fully documented with photos on a CD that’s included. A ton of time was invested in restoring the car correctly with many NOS, OEM and date coded parts. During the restoration the hood, quarter panels and floors were replaced. The body is very straight and it has excellent panel fitment throughout. The hood, doors and trunk lid close soft to the touch. The car was refinished in its original color of Twilight Turquoise which is beautiful. The color is even more beautiful in person. This is a one year only color and very desirable among collectors. The paint was recently detailed to a show quality shine. The paint is complemented with lower black stripes. Everything on the exterior was restored or replaced such as the stainless trim, wipers, antenna, dual mirrors, GT front grill, headlights, front bumper, parking lights, door handles, taillights, gas cap, rear bumper and emblems. The car sits on chrome-accented 14" styled steel wheels that are wrapped with redline tires. The red GT emblems, wheel center caps and redline tires coordinate nicely. The interior was completely restored in its original black color which looks great. The front bucket seats and folding rear seat are equipped with seat belts. The three-spoke steering wheel features a Mustang-logo horn button and fronts a 120-mph speedometer, auxiliary gauges and a Rally-Pac cluster with tachometer and analog clock. Additional features include an AM radio, Hurst shifter which was added by the original owner in the early 1970’s, full console and carpeted Mustang-logo floor mats. The nicely detailed painted trunk compartment has been outfitted with a factory correct style trunk mat. It also houses a matching spare and jack tools. The engine compartment is highly detailed throughout with many date code correct parts. The engine bay was refinished in the correct color of satin black. The car is powered by a rebuilt date code correct Hi-Po 289/271hp V8 engine that runs excellent. It also has date code correct Hi-Po heads and intake. The correct Autolite 4100 4V with manual choke was restored by Fred Ballard. The engine is dressed with the correct style chrome valve covers and air cleaner. The electrical power comes from a correct style Autolite battery with added cutoff knob. The engine is cooled by a rebuild correct date code radiator with NOS shroud and date code fan. The engine breathes through correct manifolds and styled dual exhaust system with correct trumpet tips. The engine is coupled to a correct HEH-T 4-speed top loader manual transmission with matching VIN stamp. The power is transferred to the correct date code 9" POSI rear end with 3.50 gears. The undercarriage is also highly detailed with many correct parts. The floors were refinished in the correct red oxide color with overspray. Everything was restored or replaced including the fuel system, steering system, suspension components and braking system. Replacement stickers and factory assembly marks were added upon completion of the restoration. Some original extra parts are included. This vehicle was recently serviced and detailed which is documented with an invoice that’s included. From the MS CLASSIC CARS Collection.