I'm having fun building my 1970 BOSS 302. Barn find 41 years in a barn in WV. The guy that undercoating this car was a genius, no rust from environmental just 3 holes from rat pee. You the best thanks for giving me the courage to do this. I watch all your videos multiple time....thanks.
Neat driver quality car. Personally - I would rattle can the front fender extensions and the jambs satin black, and I'm not a fan of low profile rubber on traditional muscle cars. I would prefer them in a 15-16" with more rubber than those, but that's just MY old school opinion. Again - neat car.
Just wait for all the unsuspecting people, to come up to you, and tell you that you should have it restored. Looks awesome, I’m building something along the same line, no paint job, just drive it and enjoy!
Ben, full props for this project. Much as it’s great to see all your professional expertise on rare Fastback Mustangs, it’s just as great to see your personal early beater/daily Coupe. For example, the exhaust note is priceless yet so attainable, as is the rest of your car. Thanks again - so inspirational...!
Fantastic seats. For me a comfortable seat is EVERYTHING. I really liked the Camry I was leasing a few years back, other than the seats, which were hurting my back. I was forced to get rid of it as a result. I then went back in time and bought a gorgeous 1991 Mercedes-Benz 350 SDL, which has the most comfortable seats I have ever experienced.
I just found out last night about the mishap at the Mecum Auction in Harrisburg. I didn't see a post from you, so I hope your Mustang escaped any damage and you were able to sell it. That is a shame with what happened to the other cars that were outside on the 25th.
Ben, I so enjoy watching you, live yer best life.. I've got a 65 coupe, driver car, 90 302 F150 motor, with four barrel and an AOD. My buddy and painted it in 91. So it looks a bit distressed now, a perfect "urban assault" vehicle... Drive any where, even winter, and park where ever you want.. Absolute freedom, for a car guy... And as you mentioned in yer video on this car, a perfect "business card_ for your shop. I don't know WTF some of those haters were 🤔 thinking in the comments.. Good grief, not every car project, has to reach "perfection". Drive brother, just drive !!!!
Holy crap, enough with the Peterson quality criticism already... Did you not get "the daily" driver aspect of the build here? It's fun, reliable, and he can leave it anywhere... A great business card, for him, running errands.. And he gets to " row" thru the gears as a bonus!!! That in it self, is almost guaranteed theft deterrent for more 7/8's of car theft population out there !!! Nice car Ben.. We'd love to see the cost and parts used breakdown of you can do it... God bless.
Love the car! Under the radar and awesome! No needfor concours car like someone said ..why drive something you willbe afraid of road rash or rock chips or someone hitting you.
Just for peace of mind......I like to do all the wheel bearings, shocks, leaf springs, brakes, etc. Even if they don't need it. That way it's one less thing you need to worry about breaking down when driving.
I think it is simply a fantastic idea and I love her !!!! My 2008 Bullitt is a daily driver but take it to car shows to let kids sit in her. She is a salvage title but looks good with (as you did) many upgrades and maintainence parts and has a Paxton Charger. I Love to drive her !! Her name is Going Green !!
Ditch the cd player and get a factory 1966 radio. Find one at a swap meet or online.. cd is done. Oh yeah,i noticed your in Pennsylvania,that hood needs a 12 point rack mounted on it 🥸🤔😁🦌
show cars are great but there’s nothing better than having one rough around the edges that you can drive and enjoy anywhere without worries of rock chips and bug splatters. can you get it on the highway and cruise well or does it rpm high at highway speeds? love it!
Makes me want to work on my 65 coupe. Practicle but nice at the same time. Mine is 302 with a C4. Factory GT car I had it painted G2 Redfire over 5 years ago just need to to put the power back in.I have everything but my age is slowing me down. Thanks
Cool build. Love seeing what you're working on. You mention having 17" wheels--did you have to modify the fenders to make them fit? I'm currently working on 65 fastback and we're going to upgrade the brakes to discs but weren't aware we could fit 17s. Thanks!
Looking beautiful, Ben. One question though, the TMI sport seats. Do you find that you are sitting way higher in the car? I have the same kit in a 1st gen Camaro and my head almost hits the roof and I am not a very tall guy.
Just purchased a very late build (Aug 1, 66, Dearborn) 1966 convertible. I was wondering what size wheels/tires you are running on your coupe, and did you have to make any modifications to make them work?
I have a tech question , I put brand new upper and lower control arms on my 65 coupe , I did the shelby drop, on reinstalling the strut rod the driver's side strut rod will not line up mounting holes on the lower control arm., and no amount of pushing or pulling can I get the holes to align. Any suggestions? every thing was fine on the original front end . I also checked the parts to see if anything was made wrong . Everything was correct. Help!!
I just picked up a 66 mustang but it's the inline 6 version. I really just want to drive it and not perfect it. I hear that it's not fast enough for the highway, is that true?
I saved up bought those seats, recovered them myself, thought they turned out nice . Then I installed them just to find out I don’t fit in my fucking car anymore 🤬🤬🤬. After every damn set back I’ve encountered building my first car. That was the straw that broke the camel’s back. It’s been sitting now for 2yrs 🤮. lol yep still pissed. Car will probably sit another 2 years before I do something with it.
