1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
- Virginia Car
- Correct Factory Specs
- Wimbledon White over Red Interior
- White Convertible Top
- C Code 289ci/200hp V8
- C4 Automatic Transmission
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Service Records
- 75k Miles Shown
VIN Decoder:
5 - Year: 1965
F - Assembly Plant: Dearborn, MI
08 - Body Style: 2 Door Convertible
C - Engine: 289ci/200hp 2bbl V8
774788 - Production Sequence Number
Data Plate Decoder:
76A - 2 Door Convertible
M - Paint Color: Wimbledon White
35 - Trim: Red Crinkle Vinyl
30T - Date: August 30, 1965
31 - District Sales Office: Cincinnati, OH
6 - Axle: 2.80:1 Rear End
6 - Transmission: C4 Automatic
The first-generation Ford Mustang remains one of the most recognizable American automobiles ever produced, and few body styles capture its timeless appeal better than the convertible. Offered with clean styling, sporty proportions, and open-air driving enjoyment, the 1965 Mustang helped define the pony car segment and became an instant sales success. Presented here is a beautiful example finished in its correct factory specifications, wearing iconic Wimbledon White paint over a vibrant Red interior with a matching White convertible top. Originally delivered to Virginia, this Mustang has been carefully maintained while preserving the classic character that made these cars legends.
Power comes from the desirable C-code 289ci V8, factory rated at 200 horsepower and equipped with a dependable two-barrel carburetor. Paired with Ford's smooth-shifting C4 automatic transmission and a 2.80:1 rear axle, this Mustang offers an easygoing driving experience that's equally at home cruising scenic back roads or rolling through weekend car shows. The small-block V8 provides the unmistakable sound and feel that enthusiasts have enjoyed for decades, making this convertible an ideal classic for drivers of all experience levels.
The VIN confirms this Mustang was assembled at Ford's Dearborn, Michigan plant as a genuine 1965 convertible equipped with the 289ci V8, while the factory data plate further verifies its original configuration. Finished in Code M Wimbledon White with Code 35 Red Crinkle Vinyl upholstery, this car was scheduled for production on August 30, 1965, and ordered through Ford's Cincinnati District Sales Office. Its combination of factory-correct colors and equipment makes for an especially attractive presentation that remains faithful to how the car left the assembly line.
Inside, the bright Red interior provides a striking contrast against the Wimbledon White exterior, creating one of the most iconic color combinations available on the early Mustang. A leather-wrapped steering wheel adds a tasteful upgrade while maintaining the car's vintage appearance, and the simple, driver-focused cockpit reflects the straightforward design philosophy that helped make the Mustang such an enduring success. The White convertible top completes the package, allowing occupants to enjoy open-air motoring at a moment's notice.
Showing just 75k miles on the odometer and accompanied by service records, this 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible represents an excellent opportunity to own one of America's most celebrated classics. Whether you're looking for a dependable weekend cruiser, a local show participant, or a collectible piece of Ford history, this properly equipped C-code convertible delivers timeless styling, reliable V8 performance, and the unmistakable charm that has made the first-generation Mustang an automotive icon for more than half a century.
