1964 Ford Mustang Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
1964 was the first year of production for the legendary Ford Mustang muscle sports car. Production began in the second half of the year,...
1964 was the first year of production for the legendary Ford Mustang muscle sports car. Production began in the second half of the year, after approximately 18 months of planning and design, a relatively short time for a new car project even today. The short time is largely attributed to the decision to use as many existing mechanical parts as possible. So the 1964 Mustang was a unique concept with no equivalent in the market, but based on many existing parts. As many of you may know, any Mustang made before September 1964 was considered a 1964 1/2 (like the famous 1963 prototype).
FACT: The first Mustang was a Ford Falcon stretched a couple of inches.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 1964 Ford Mustang have a deep appreciation for this classic car. They love its performance, iconic design, and the nostalgia that comes with owning such a piece of automotive history. Many find it a joy to drive and appreciate the attention it garners. However, some drivers express frustration with the maintenance required for an older vehicle and note that gas mileage can be a bit lacking."
I bought my 64 1/2 Mustang in 1968, when I was a high school senior, just before I graduated. I paid $1000 and bought it from the dealer who sold it originally to the only owner before me. I know it was a 64 1/2; it was untouched when I got it, and in fantastic shape. In addition to what you see on 'expert' sites, my 'stang had a at least three things you never see mentioned: No back up lights, 4 bolt wheels (I couldn't buy mags for that reason, nobody made them to fit back then), and my favorite proof: When you popped the ring that said 'Ford Mustang' off the center of the horn ring, it said 'Falcon Sprint' on the chrome hub. The 101 hp, 170 cu in engine had no power and wasn't all that good on gasoline - 18 mpg was typical - but who cared? I will never forget the sound of static from thunderstorms on the AM radio when I was on a date. I kept the car for three years, until the engine blew up and I sold it to my brother. I would give worlds to have kept it. over the past 40 plus years, I have had many dreams about the car, usually that I found it in the weeds in the lot behind my parent's house, rolled it out, and got it running. I was sitting in the office this morning and the Beach Boys' 'I Get Around' came on the radio. If ever there was a song made for my Mustang, that was it, Suddently, I was 18, shifting the three-speed transmission, and headed out on a Saturday night.
April 22, 2012My grand mother and my late grandfather left this car to me. I learned to drive in this car. All original, true to form of my grandfathers style. Extremely fun to drive, its a head turner Pleasure to own and continue the history of it
November 19, 2010If you have never experienced driving in an early Mustang convertible you haven't lived. This car is all that and more. Irreplaceable conversational piece of the ages. Swift, sexy and sure of herself this car oozes with confidence like no car prior, and no car since. Have you ridden a Mustang lately?
September 29, 2014What owners say
I bought my 64 1/2 Mustang in 1968, when I was a high school senior, just before I graduated. I paid $1000 and bought it from the dealer who sold it originally to the only owner before me. I know it was a 64 1/2; it was untouched when I got it, and in fantastic shape. In addition to what you see on 'expert' sites, my 'stang had a at least three things you never see mentioned: No back up lights, 4 bolt wheels (I couldn't buy mags for that reason, nobody made them to fit back then), and my favorite proof: When you popped the ring that said 'Ford Mustang' off the center of the horn ring, it said 'Falcon Sprint' on the chrome hub. The 101 hp, 170 cu in engine had no power and wasn't all that good on gasoline - 18 mpg was typical - but who cared? I will never forget the sound of static from thunderstorms on the AM radio when I was on a date. I kept the car for three years, until the engine blew up and I sold it to my brother. I would give worlds to have kept it. over the past 40 plus years, I have had many dreams about the car, usually that I found it in the weeds in the lot behind my parent's house, rolled it out, and got it running. I was sitting in the office this morning and the Beach Boys' 'I Get Around' came on the radio. If ever there was a song made for my Mustang, that was it, Suddently, I was 18, shifting the three-speed transmission, and headed out on a Saturday night.
April 22, 2012My grand mother and my late grandfather left this car to me. I learned to drive in this car. All original, true to form of my grandfathers style. Extremely fun to drive, its a head turner Pleasure to own and continue the history of it
November 19, 2010If you have never experienced driving in an early Mustang convertible you haven't lived. This car is all that and more. Irreplaceable conversational piece of the ages. Swift, sexy and sure of herself this car oozes with confidence like no car prior, and no car since. Have you ridden a Mustang lately?
September 29, 2014This was my very first vehicle when I was in high school. I purchased this 1964 1/2 Mustang from a friend of my dad's and restored it to about 90% original. The car had about 5 paint jobs on it and I sanded the entire car down to bare metal then re-painted it metallic blue. This, unfortunately, was not a muscle car since it had an inline 6 cylinder 250ci engine in it.
October 6, 2008I love my car. Mustang has been one of the best vehicles I have ever owned and still own. The performance of these cars are amazing and having the yearly models is the funnest to drive. It is a classic of the American Muscle cars and I will never own anything other than Ford and Mustangs.
November 25, 2008I have had this car since 1981, when I was 15. Love it. Just need time to take it out and use it once in a while. Great car for its time. If only it had the technological advances of today!
July 15, 2008This is the American classic that helped to define the muscle car era as we fondly remember it. Power, handling, and style are all off the charts for a 40 year old car. I haven't shaken a speeding ticket in it yet, but realistically, I didn't plan on it. At the same time, I don't regret crusin' in it for a second
August 2, 2011Purchased in May 1964 from Indianapolis this 1964.5 Mustang Indy 500 Pace Car is a rare one! It had a stock 289 engine this was also the fast back version. At the time they only put cheap plastic like stickers to denote the pace car version, which started to peal after a year and half.
February 25, 2009Has every option available for 1964 including: factory air conditioning, rally pack tach, 260 v8.
January 25, 2008I have a 64 1/2 mustang coupe, its in the top ten cars that i would like to own. it has a 260 v8, making it a rare car to find. I am currently in the proccess of restoring it. i have three mustangs right now and this one is by far my favorite.
April 8, 2008Trims & specs
Base MSRP $23,625 | Seating 4 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
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Base MSRP $18,100 | Seating 4 |
Engine 3.8L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP N/A | Seating N/A |
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