by Tina Hartley

Created on: September 27, 2010

The popularity of Ford Mustang, the original “pony car”, is undisputable even in its newer versions. The 1967 Mustang saw the first significant redesign of the model since its release in 1964. The 1967 Ford Mustang was available as a coupe, fastback, or convertible. The base models started at under $3,000 and many factory options such as power steering, tinted windows, an 8-track player and a GT package were available.

The engine line-up in 1967 included a 200 cid 6 cylinder and the popular 289 cid V8. The 289 was available with either a two or four barrel carb, and two versions of the 4 bbl were available. The difference between the two was horsepower. One was rated at 225 horses and the other, only available when part of the GT package, was rated at 271 horses.

This model year was the first year Mustangs were given a big block. The 390 cid V8 with a Holley 4 barrel was factory rated at 320 horsepower. More than enough horsepower to give the pony, with a curb weight of approximately 3200-3400 lbs, plenty of get up and go. Some exterior changes included a fastback that swept all the way back and for-looks-only scoops on the quarter panels.

Transmission options for the ’67 included 3 and 4-speed manuals and a Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. A fingertip speed control was an available option with a V8 automatic. GT options, officially known as the GT Equipment Group option package, included badges, and improved performance options such as a beefier suspension, a bigger front sway bar and body stripes. Chrome-tipped dual exhausts were also part of the GT package and the GT option was only available for V8s.

The GT Equipment upgrade could be further improved with a competition handling option which included even more improved suspension, a limited slip rear end and wire wheel covers. The GT package with competition handling added nearly $600 to the price.

The redesign, the big block option and the fact of performance-choking emissions being introduced beginning the following year make the ’67 a highly collectible year for the Mustang. According to Motor Trend, a collector can expect to pay more than $40,000 for a show quality 1967 Ford Mustang and nearly $10,000 for a ready-to-restore runner. Motor Trend clocked test car with a 390 cid backed by a 4-speed manual in December of 1966 at 0-60mph in 7.4 seconds. This test car also clocked the quarter mile in 15.6 seconds at 94 mph.

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