BF Auction: 1969 Ford Mustang
- Seller: Alexander H
- Location: Wichita, Kansas
- Mileage: 72,100 Shown
- Chassis #: 9F01L139426
- Title Status: Clean
- Engine: Inline 6-Cylinder
- Transmission: 3-Speed Manual
The first-generation Mustang underwent several refreshes over its nine-year production run. There are many opinions on which is the best, but most would agree that 1969 was one of the better years for the Mustang from a style standpoint. The overall shape of the car wasn’t much different than the original, but it looked a bit more aggressive and performance-oriented. While the Fastback, or Sportroof, is the more desirable body, the coupe is still a great-looking machine. This example is a garage find project that needs a new home. The seller wants to see it go to a good home with a fellow reader, so he’s offering it as a No Reserve Barn Finds Auction!
The seller admits the car is rough, but they believe it wouldn’t take much to get it running great again. They wanted to make sure there weren’t any surprises for its next owner, so they had one of our professional photographers come to take the photos. There’s an extensive gallery of photos below, so be sure to take a closer look.
Inside, we find a fairly complete and original interior. Given its color combination, this had to have been a rather striking car when new. The seats appear to be original, but the upholstery will need to be replaced. The seller has removed the carpets to provide a better look at the condition of the floors. While they will need attention, there doesn’t appear to be any penetrating corrosion.
This Mustang was equipped with the 250 cui inline-6 and 3-speed manual. It’s not the hottest combination, but these are bulletproof engines. Most of the inline-6 Mustangs we come across have already been swapped to a V8. While that will likely be the most fun option, getting the original engine running would be the most affordable route. Being the 250 cui engine means power was up from the earlier inline-6, with 155 horsepower and 240 ft-lbs of torque on tap from this smooth-running engine.
Someone had dreams of restomodding this Mustang, but the project stalled. Thankfully, the body looks solid, and if you are going to fix up a classic car, there aren’t many better choices than a Mustang. Parts are plentiful and relatively cheap, plus these cars are very simple. Whether you restore it or customize it, when you’re done, you’ll have a fun machine to cruise in. So, which route would you take with this pony car?
Bid On This Auction
Jack bid $800.00 2024-11-12 16:12:23
lbl bid $500.00 2024-11-12 09:02:52
Escargot42 bid $250.00 2024-11-09 20:20:49
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Comments
Looks like it’s leaning to the right in the front shot. Looks pretty rough, but depends on where the bids go. I prefer the sportsroof to the Coupe, but I’ve seen some nice 69 coupes made into drivers or restomods.
Bet there is rust under all that Bondo on the lower fender areas. This car is worn out all over more than anywhere else.
I hear in my head in Christopher Walkens voice “needs more bondo”.
So- this is what passes as a “solid body”. Does that mean that the Bondo has dried? The sculpturing on the right rear wheel arch leaves much to be desired.
Pass
Pop bought me a 69 Mustang in 1971. Traded in my 64 Galaxie,390 for it. My Mustang had a 3 spd in the floor and a 302. No power assists or AC. Ran very well and was super dependable. Got me through college very well. Graduated and traded it in on a 73 Mercury Marquis Brougham, 429. From fast to sport to opulence. Should have stuck with the fast or sport.
This one has seen a lot of rust in Kansas over past 55 years. I question the structural integrity of it from a safety view. It’ll never be a show car, only a driver. Mags, with Falken tires at that, on a six banger has always been laughable to me. This Stang is gonna take some time & a whole lotta $$$.
Cool shifter. 😎 3 by the knee. 🦵