64 1/2 d code

[dziabo]

i'm kinda new to the classic mustangs, most of my experience is with late models. i recently bought a 1964 1/2 mustang coupe with a d code engine. the car is rough but it runs and it is all there. i know the k code is the hipo engine which everyone wants, but i've read that the d code is a rare engine option and was wanting to find out if having the d code ups the value over say and 2brl 289. i'm getting ready to restore the car and i'm trying to decide if i want to restore it to original or go a more restomod route. i really like the restomods, but would it be stupid to do it to this car.

 

[69 Rustang]

I did a 64 1/2 Convertible a few years ago with the D code 289. It is a low compression 4 barrel. In my opinion, absolutely more valuable than a 2 barrel 289. It is my understanding, and I could be mistaken here, that in 1965 they introduce the A code 289 4 barrell that was higher compression.

I did a full on restoration back to original with that car. It was a convertible and had some very early features so I felt I had to restore it as the car was such early (April 18th, '64) production date. Had it been a later car or a coupe, I would have restomodded it for what it is worth to you and I considered doing so for most of the restoration period. In retrospect, however, if I had restomodded the car I may have done just as well or better selling it. Bolt on changes can always be undone. If you plan to keep it, do what makes you happy.

 

[dziabo]

this car is an early build date to, april 2. i think for now i'm gonna restore it to original but i'll probably end up changing my mind about a million times before all is said and done.