[1968] Ruppstang's new HCS

Ruppstang · 04/17/2017, 08:33 PM

I am so excited, I have always wanted a unrestored Mustang. The problem is the ones I have found are always too far gone to not restore them. They were only built by Ford once and that is what I want.

I found this 53K original paint C code HCS in Eastern Kansas but it was sold new in Durango Colorado where it spent most of it's time in Colorado dry country.
The mission here is a deep cleaning and repair only what is necessary. The dents and scratches are badges of honor of surviving almost 50 years.
No trailer queen here this one is a driver. What is one more nick amongst the many. She has not run in six year so there is some work ahead. I can't wait!
Marty

admin · 04/17/2017, 10:30 PM

Congrats Marty! Keep us posted on your progress getting her back on the road. I need inspiration (read kick in the ass) to do the same with my HCS.

azbeneman · 04/17/2017, 10:33 PM

Outstanding! That is going to be fun. Congrats.

Mosesatm · 04/17/2017, 11:25 PM

So may we assume you won't be taking Rob's advice on various performance upgrades?

robert campbell · 04/18/2017, 09:24 AM

Ahh, but she will need some "bitchin" wheels and tires!! White walls just don't trip my trigger. And dual exhaust! And????????

Rob

CougarCJ · 04/18/2017, 01:25 PM

Not these though, right?

6t8-390gt · 04/18/2017, 01:56 PM

Congratulations Marty, looks like a nice one!

Danny

Ruppstang · 04/20/2017, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by admin

Congrats Marty! Keep us posted on your progress getting her back on the road. I need inspiration (read kick in the ass) to do the same with my HCS.

I try to get one thing a day done even if it is small and some how they get finished.
We have a MCA national in Tucson May 12-14. See you there?

Lizarraga · 04/24/2017, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruppstadng

I try to get one thing a day done even if it is small and some Bathmate Xtreme how they get finished.
We have a MCA national in Tucson May 12-14. See you there?

Very nice, good luck with the restoration.

Ruppstang · 08/19/2017, 05:07 AM

Well it took four months to disassemble, clean, repair and reassemble. It is done and Tari and I drove it for the first time. This is our first unrestored car and I found it a lot more challenging than a restoration. We will be driving it to the MCA Grand National in Kansas City this Thursday. Here are a few pictures I'll add more latter.
Marty

stangfan · 08/19/2017, 08:57 AM

WOW!!

68gulfstream · 08/19/2017, 09:40 AM

Fantastic car, I love the result. The color is really nice and the old paint just looks so right to me.

classicsguy · 08/19/2017, 09:46 AM

Beautiful car Marty!! Love that Royal maroon ...hope you enjoy it!