Looking for info on 1965 AFX Mustangs

[JohnSlack]

Imitation is flattering, however you will always be cast as a wannabe. Start with your own 1965 fastback, change the wheelbase, don't change the wheel base, build a long nose car, don't build a long nose car. Build a car like the fiberglass car HM did with a tube frame, but own it...change the suspension for a more modern design, go with a better transmission, use an older engine for the vibe. Name the car something original, paint it like you want. That's more real.


John

[tesgt350]

I guess my 1960 Thunderbird could be considered an AF/X Car.  It's shortened almost 3 Feet.

[OldFordGuy]

Imitation is flattering, however you will always be cast as a wannabe. Start with your own 1965 fastback, change the wheelbase, don't change the wheel base, build a long nose car, don't build a long nose car. Build a car like the fiberglass car HM did with a tube frame, but own it...change the suspension for a more modern design, go with a better transmission, use an older engine for the vibe. Name the car something original, paint it like you want. That's more real.


John

Yes, that is the plan. I won't be re-creating one that already exists, or that existed, but creating something new based on the styling of these cars. Big fat rear tires, teardrop hood scoop, loud, choppy big block motor, etc.

[FL SAAC]

Love those original AMF cars and the Tycos aren't bad either

Best of luck on your search !

[98SVT - was 06GT]

Racingjunk will be your friend. I'll wager you can't build a replica Mustang drag car for less than you can buy this real one with history.
https://www.racingjunk.com/funny-car/182954040/historic-mickey-thompson-funnycar.html?category_id=1&photos=&video=&location_distance=&location_zip=&year_min=&year_max=&price_min=&price_max=&seller_type=&condition=&search=&keyword=mustang&state=&country=&province=&date=&order=score&np_offset=86#4

[JohnSlack]

Racingjunk will be your friend. I'll wager you can't build a replica Mustang drag car for less than you can buy this real one with history.
https://www.racingjunk.com/funny-car/182954040/historic-mickey-thompson-funnycar.html?category_id=1&photos=&video=&location_distance=&location_zip=&year_min=&year_max=&price_min=&price_max=&seller_type=&condition=&search=&keyword=mustang&state=&country=&province=&date=&order=score&np_offset=86#4

I saw that car when Parnelli Jones had it in his collection. Great car....never make it to Cars N' Coffee however.

[98SVT - was 06GT]

I saw that car when Parnelli Jones had it in his collection. Great car....never make it to Cars N' Coffee however.

He didn't mention if he wanted something streetable. Lots of nostalgia drag race events to have fun at.

[OldFordGuy]

That's really cool but I do in fact want something street legal.

[98SVT - was 06GT]

That's really cool but I do in fact want something street legal.

Build a 67/68 as a 68 Cobra Jet - easier to get FE HP under the hood. Of course using a Mustang II suspension in a 65/6 will free up enough room for a cammer. https://totalcontrolproducts.com/mustang-65-66.html