Thinking bout buying a 67 mustang
#1
11-19-2006, 07:03 PM
Thinking bout buying a 67 mustang
Hello,
I found someone who is selling a well shape 67' mustang coupe. The asking price is 4,700. It has a 289 in it with only 80k on it standard transmission. I had a mechanic check it out and needs around 900$ to repair it to where it's a great running vehicle. But I have some concerns about the 67' coupe, I am only 16 years old and I dont know if this car would be the best car to drive as a first car? The concerns I have are mostly brakes and safety. Now I know that old cars in general aren't safe like cars today but I have read articles and story's on the web and been told personnel about the gas tank exploding in flames when hit from the rear. Is this true? So please if anyone knows if they dont or if they do, and if so what are the chances of it going up in flames. Now about the brakes, the car has drum brakes and you gotta push it down hard to stop, or is that just how the were made? The mechanic told me it needs brakes all around. Whats does that mean? Does it mean it needs new brake pads and if so well it brake alot better then it does now and dont have to push it down so hard to come to a sudden stop quicker? those are my most concern about this car.
So if you anyone can just explain to me about the brakes cause this would really help me with my decision about purchasing this car. And also is 4,700 a good price for this car even tho it needs around 900 more dollars to make it a great running mustang?
and sorry if this is in the wrong post, because this is my first post and just really wanna know if this is a good find and if its worth it? and also is it a good car for a first car?
-thanks
I found someone who is selling a well shape 67' mustang coupe. The asking price is 4,700. It has a 289 in it with only 80k on it standard transmission. I had a mechanic check it out and needs around 900$ to repair it to where it's a great running vehicle. But I have some concerns about the 67' coupe, I am only 16 years old and I dont know if this car would be the best car to drive as a first car? The concerns I have are mostly brakes and safety. Now I know that old cars in general aren't safe like cars today but I have read articles and story's on the web and been told personnel about the gas tank exploding in flames when hit from the rear. Is this true? So please if anyone knows if they dont or if they do, and if so what are the chances of it going up in flames. Now about the brakes, the car has drum brakes and you gotta push it down hard to stop, or is that just how the were made? The mechanic told me it needs brakes all around. Whats does that mean? Does it mean it needs new brake pads and if so well it brake alot better then it does now and dont have to push it down so hard to come to a sudden stop quicker? those are my most concern about this car.
So if you anyone can just explain to me about the brakes cause this would really help me with my decision about purchasing this car. And also is 4,700 a good price for this car even tho it needs around 900 more dollars to make it a great running mustang?
and sorry if this is in the wrong post, because this is my first post and just really wanna know if this is a good find and if its worth it? and also is it a good car for a first car?
-thanks
#2
11-19-2006, 07:12 PM
OK...here is some advice from a 39 year old Mustang enthusiast who also is a father. Run from this car if you plan on having reliable, safe transportation. BUT, if you don't mind constantly being nickle and dimed and you have someone who can help you work on it, then that is a different story. In reality, no car is a good first car except for a brand-new honda accord with a warranty, but most folks are budget limited.
If your parents allow you to drive the family car so you have alternative transporation, then perhaps something like this is not such a bad idea. You may get lucky. But, I would be prepared to spend $1000 to $2000 a year on a car like this on upgrades and to keep it running. Hell, you could buy a four year old car and still spend that much each year and at least with a '67 Mustang parts are available. In fact, if you want an old car, this is probably the best option there is simply due to parts availability. But if you don;t know where to find stuff and can't turn a wrench, a simple master cyclinder swap will kill you.
If your parents allow you to drive the family car so you have alternative transporation, then perhaps something like this is not such a bad idea. You may get lucky. But, I would be prepared to spend $1000 to $2000 a year on a car like this on upgrades and to keep it running. Hell, you could buy a four year old car and still spend that much each year and at least with a '67 Mustang parts are available. In fact, if you want an old car, this is probably the best option there is simply due to parts availability. But if you don;t know where to find stuff and can't turn a wrench, a simple master cyclinder swap will kill you.
#3
11-19-2006, 07:26 PM
OK...here is some advice from a 39 year old Mustang enthusiast who also is a father. Run from this car if you plan on having reliable, safe transportation. BUT, if you don't mind constantly being nickle and dimed and you have someone who can help you work on it, then that is a different story. In reality, no car is a good first car except for a brand-new honda accord with a warranty, but most folks are budget limited.
If your parents allow you to drive the family car so you have alternative transporation, then perhaps something like this is not such a bad idea. You may get lucky. But, I would be prepared to spend $1000 to $2000 a year on a car like this on upgrades and to keep it running. Hell, you could buy a four year old car and still spend that much each year and at least with a '67 Mustang parts are available. In fact, if you want an old car, this is probably the best option there is simply due to parts availability. But if you don;t know where to find stuff and can't turn a wrench, a simple master cyclinder swap will kill you.
If your parents allow you to drive the family car so you have alternative transporation, then perhaps something like this is not such a bad idea. You may get lucky. But, I would be prepared to spend $1000 to $2000 a year on a car like this on upgrades and to keep it running. Hell, you could buy a four year old car and still spend that much each year and at least with a '67 Mustang parts are available. In fact, if you want an old car, this is probably the best option there is simply due to parts availability. But if you don;t know where to find stuff and can't turn a wrench, a simple master cyclinder swap will kill you.
And anyone know about the exploding gastanks if its true or not?
#4
11-19-2006, 08:41 PM
i have actually thought of this myself...i have always wanted to buy a 67 fastback and restore it as an eleanor clone...
its worth it if you have another form of transportation because if you restore it...well sometimes you wont be driving it
its worth it if you have another form of transportation because if you restore it...well sometimes you wont be driving it
#5
11-19-2006, 08:46 PM
Yes, the exploding gas tank thing is true. My neighbor has one and I wanted to buy it and fix it up. But he wouldnt let me buy it from him because of the safety issues. Find something else.
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