SOLD 1968 HCS Royal Maroon 289 3 speed

[speedy02]

https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/vancouver-1968-mustang-high-country/7396454280.html

This is a super rare Mustang High Country Special only 251 were made, they pre-date the California Special

289 manual transmission. Super clean very stock car, have the Marti report to prove documentation

https://www.motortrend.com/news/mump-0403-high-country-special-ford-mustang/

The High Country Special was a limited-edition Mustang built by Ford aimed at capitalizing on Mustang’s popularity. It was offered from 1966 through 1968 and sold exclusively by Ford dealers in the Rocky Mountain area. This laser-straight, rust-free 1968 Mustang High Country Special is one of 251 models produced

 

[rvrtrash]

Nice car, but he got the "pre-date" part wrong.

 

[nineofive]

I see what he intended in using "predating" as the HCS first came out in 66 and CS in 68.

By grouping the fragments incorrectly, (the 251 HCS match to the 68 production numbers) a newb might be lead to think in model year 1968, the 251 HCS were built BEFORE all CS.

 

[CougarCJ]

Wow, shortest list of options on a Marti Report that I have ever seen. The absolute lowest price 289-2V 1968 HCS likely sold.

 

[robert campbell]

A 4 speed would be a nice upgrade! A total bolt in. Uses the same clutch and same drive line. All you need is the 4 speed and linkage.

Rob

 

[speedy02]

https://www.mecum.com/lots/SC0520-430810/1968-ford-mustang-high-country-special/

 

[Mosesatm]

Nice gas cap. Someone gets to remove the entire tail light panel.

 

[speedy02]

I forgot to added the picture of under the hood. How many issues can one spot of that??? I see about 5 things right of hand.

 

[Mosesatm]

Wow, I hope no one drives it like that.

 

[Ruppstang]

Look at the gas line in the undercarriage pic. 42K ???

 

[nineofive]

Aren't the KSC badges on the wrong side - PS horse in 2nd photo on this thread is running to the rear. DS horse is running to rear also (Mecum site)

 

[speedy02]

Looks like it has found it’s way to eBay with price adjustment.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1968-Ford-...p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0


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[speedy02]

Car did not hit reserve.

Final bid was $35,100.00 with 30 bids.

 

[nineofive]

Back on EBAY 27,000 starting bid no bidders yet
Buy now @ 35,500

https://www.ebay.com/itm/144277168941?hash=item219796e32d:g:QpMAAOSwD~phb0WQ

 

[franklinair]

Which way is the pony supposed to be facing on the side scoops?

Neil

 

[Ruppstang]

Ponys face forward.

 

[69NewKidd68]

Hey can a guy ask for help? whats wrong with this car? YES I am the one trying to sell it..

New to Mustangs and Fords and you all are the experts and I see you have opinions on this car and whats not right, I would like to see if I can make things right before the next owner gets it. hate to have stuff wrong.

No negative stuff please trying to be humble here, kind of a newb

 

[franklinair]

5 obvious glitches I noticed:
The fuel line at the left front should be tight against the frame rail & clamps to secure it.
The fuel line in the engine bay is incorrect/mis-routed with the long hose to the carb.
The HCS decals on the side scoops are backwards.
The tail light bezels black border is incorrect.
The Flat Black paint in the engine compartment should be Satin Black.

Neil

 

[CougarCJ]

First thing, get the shock tower braces or an export brace installed. Those are structural pieces.
The fog lights are all wonky in the grille, should be straight and level. Your eyes are drawn to the them.
The engine is clearly not the original 289. Is it a 302? Is that an Edelbrock 4v carburetor? Has a 302, 4 bolt crankshaft, which came out starting in 1970.
I like the GT rear valance with dual exhaust tips, and the styled steel wheels with GT caps. The upgraded deluxe wood grain dash is also nice.
The description in the eBay ad needs a bit of editing.

 

[69NewKidd68]

Thank you for the feed back, would love help on the editing of the ad, it’s a nice car just needs someone to love it and tweak it to perfection. Where can I buy the High Country decals and do them right. .?