Before

In 1967, Ford’s Mustang saw its first major redesign. For the first time since its launch, the car faced some serious competition. This resulted in Ford evaluating the Mustang's strengths and weaknesses. In addition to the Pontiac’s Firebird, Mercury’s Cougar, and Plymouth’s Barracuda, Chevrolet had plans to roll out their new Chevy Camaro muscle car. This resulted in Ford duking it out with its competition by creating a more muscular and powerful Ford Mustang.

Feeling pressure from their competition, Ford needed to make the Mustang more powerful so it could keep up with its competitors. The answer came in the form of a larger car. Although the wheelbase remained the same at 108 inches, the length of the vehicle was increased by two inches resulting in 183.6 inches from front to back. The car also featured a front-suspension track that was widened by 2.5 inches. The increased body size allowed Ford to put their first big-block engine in a Mustang. This optional 390-cubic-inch 6.4L V-8 motor was capable of producing an impressive 320 hp. As such, Ford was clearly able to keep up with the big dogs on the road. In fact, according to reports, the 390 cid equipped Mustang could achieve 0-60 mph in 7.4 seconds with a top speed of 115 mph.

After

High quality parts and installation made this fastback the ideal project to finish. Mustang fastbacks are becoming scarce. The demand for them has increased over the years. They have become one of the most modified classic muscle cars ever produced. The fastbacks have become the most popular car of the 60's in the U.S. Project cars are in high demand and are nearly impossible to find in a condition worth restoring.

This fastback mustang was built from a coupe and was completely done by Gilson Autobody. The quality is the best in the business! All coupes are stripped, power blasted and ANY rust damaged metal is replaced with a complete new panel. Then the fastback panels are installed and the entire body inside, outside and underside are painted in a epoxy coating. Now the car is ready for completion the way you would want it. Replacement panels that are normally rust damaged in the 40 year old mustang are aprons, floor and trunk pans, wheel houses, rear tail panel and more are replaced when these conversions are completed. This saves time and money when restoring a car. The inside comes complete with the trap door support and all mounting brackets to install the interior.