How much would you guys expect to pay for a decent driver mustang, older than 1970? I came across a couple between 10-15g, that seem nice, not numbers matching or resto-original cars, but nice enjoyable driver cars. I'd probably pick up something like this that doesn't need work, but could be enjoyed for a couple years without the hassle of having to drive a partial wreck or have to restore something...

thoughts?

 

Honestly there is a ton of variables.

Body style, year, engine makes a world of difference. A 6 banger is alot less money then one with a 428 in it. The trunk models are usually cheaper then the fastbacks, and the convertible is generally the most expensive. Want a shelby? Bring the big wallet!

The years make a difference too. The 65,66 bring in different money then the 67,68, which bring in different money then the 69, 70!

Got some more info on any of them?

 

I think what sherm is looking for is plain jane decent driver prolly not a mach1 with 428

 

302 automatic base body style nice older resto 8-10?

 

Watch for rust - there are a few spots to check.
For some reason, Mustangs of that vintage rusted lots!

 

Rust is important to watch for as most cars of that vintage are usually well rusted by now, they just weren`t made to last 40 some years.
I just sold my nice daily driver 68 convertible/289/C4 2V/PS/PDB for $17,500.
Here`s one that has my interest: 1966 289 A code Mustang factory GT Daily driver - Saskatoon Collector Cars For Sale - Kijiji Saskatoon Canada.

 

Yeah thats right, something with some "cool" factor that I can take momma and the kids to get an ice-cream on a nice evening. 289, 302/auto is what I'm thinking. Sure it would be fun to have some big muscle all hopped up, but I don't want to sacrifice driveability.

I'm a huge hater of rust. I've never had any experience with body work, while I wouldn't mind learning it, I really don't have time at this point in my life. Something with solid panels, solid floor, just a nice runner. I don't mind throwing a set of wheels on it or something, perhaps a different exhaust to make it a little personal, but other than that, just a nice driver.

Here are a couple that caught my eye...

1968 Ford Mustang Coupe - Manitoba Collector Cars For Sale - Kijiji Manitoba Canada.

1965 Ford Mustang - Manitoba Collector Cars For Sale - Kijiji Manitoba Canada.

 

I would say both of those mustangs you posted are priced very fair. I would of course try to dicker a little bit!

 

Both look like good deals.
Of course dickering is part of the equation!

 

Just remember its a buyers market out there, if they not pplaying ball move on the are ALOT of mustangs out there if your looking for a basic coupe

 

I try not to pay market value for things I don't need. The jeep I just bought ends up being a couple g's less than the average market value. The bikes I've bought used have been bought below market value.

It is a buyers market, cash is king. Biggest problem people have is they're afraid to walk away thinking that they won't see another unit the same. I've had guys call back after I've said "good luck with that" and say "are you still interested, I might be willing to move a little..." To that I say, I'll wait until you really NEED to sell it.

Buying a Mustang might as well be an investment, being as it can't be a tax deduction unless my wife can write it off as a prop for her photography business

 

I am not sure the value of them will go up much in the near future, but the price wont drop.
The bad part is they need constant tinkering - if a person has the time to do it, and enjoys it, then its a cool idea. They need to be driven in order to not deteriorate...

 

that right there is why I'll likely buy something more modern. If I had the time to learn about these older units perhaps I would enjoy tinkering. For now life won't allow that time, and if I made time for tinkering with my car, other parts of life would suffer. Other parts of life that I'm learning to enjoy and don't want to sacrifice.

 

The good thing about tinkering with the older vehicles, is they are very simple to work on. Compared to the stuff now a days they are very basic, and its simple to do most things on.

Not sure if I agree with Warren. The way I see it now, is everything else in this world seems to be going up in price, and I just think that classic cars arent getting any cheaper, and I think they will increase in value as they get older and older.

Time will tell on that thought for sure though!

 

I'd have to agree with Sheldon.

For not knowing anything about vehicles 2 years ago, my old 78 sure is easy to work on now. All it took was two summers of becoming familiar with the vehicle and now I can just assume what lies ahead of me because of the uniformity of work I've done on the vehicle.

Once you work on a vehicle long enough, everything about it... no matter the challenge, relates back to previous work you've already done. Thus, it gradually gets easier to fix the car/truck.

I'd also agree that older vehicles are slowly going up in price... it seems that vehicles in Saskatchewan (can't speak for MAN/ALB) don't want to be let go for just anything....

Everyone wants money for nothing and chicks for free...