- Feb 25, 2014
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Hi guys,
Ever since I was a kid, and before I have ever seen Gone in sixty seconds, I dreamed of having a 1967 Mustang Fastback. Not the Eleanor version, but a classic in raven black with the deluxe brushed aluminium interior. Originally, this was the sole reason I started my business in the first place.
I was born and raised in Belgium, Europe, and live part-time in Oslo, Norway. As Europeans aren’t exactly spoilt for choice when it comes to these cars, I would prefer taking my time to purchase one in the US and export it.
Only thing is, I have zero experience with working on cars. Is a mechanic-course (night classes) a good start? I’m a quick learner and I’ve been told these cars are pretty straightforward to deal with mechanically. I want to be able to do basic maintenance and be able to get the car running again if it ever leaves me stranded on the side of the road. Major repairs can be done by a local, very affordable Ford dealer who has two Mustangs himself.
I am looking for a restored car in great condition, with a C or A-code engine. Car has to be raven black with black interior and the deluxe interior.
I am not looking for a matching-numbers car, but I don’t want a college beater either. It should be a (near) original car, on which I want to put only a few reversible upgrades (handling/fuel economy). I want the car to retain its value, if this makes sense to you. This car will be driven regularly but not daily.
Where do I find such a car?
Any recommendations? I am expecting a $30-35k price tag, is this reasonable or over the top? What Perhaps it’s just me, but I feel more confident buying from a reputable dealer than from a private individual- even though I realise this comes at a premium. Is myrod.com any good? Any others?
Oh, and any Norwegians on here?
Thanks a lot,
Michael
Ever since I was a kid, and before I have ever seen Gone in sixty seconds, I dreamed of having a 1967 Mustang Fastback. Not the Eleanor version, but a classic in raven black with the deluxe brushed aluminium interior. Originally, this was the sole reason I started my business in the first place.
I was born and raised in Belgium, Europe, and live part-time in Oslo, Norway. As Europeans aren’t exactly spoilt for choice when it comes to these cars, I would prefer taking my time to purchase one in the US and export it.
Only thing is, I have zero experience with working on cars. Is a mechanic-course (night classes) a good start? I’m a quick learner and I’ve been told these cars are pretty straightforward to deal with mechanically. I want to be able to do basic maintenance and be able to get the car running again if it ever leaves me stranded on the side of the road. Major repairs can be done by a local, very affordable Ford dealer who has two Mustangs himself.
I am looking for a restored car in great condition, with a C or A-code engine. Car has to be raven black with black interior and the deluxe interior.
I am not looking for a matching-numbers car, but I don’t want a college beater either. It should be a (near) original car, on which I want to put only a few reversible upgrades (handling/fuel economy). I want the car to retain its value, if this makes sense to you. This car will be driven regularly but not daily.
Where do I find such a car?
Any recommendations? I am expecting a $30-35k price tag, is this reasonable or over the top? What Perhaps it’s just me, but I feel more confident buying from a reputable dealer than from a private individual- even though I realise this comes at a premium. Is myrod.com any good? Any others?
Oh, and any Norwegians on here?
Thanks a lot,
Michael