1968 Is it a sin?

[Minnesota_Mustang_Nutt]

The color of my CS is Brittany Blue. I am not a big fan of light blue. I was thinking of painting it a real dark metallic blue. Would painting it a different color take away from it being a somewhat rare car? I am the kind of person that likes his collectors car as original as can be, but am having trouble looking past the color. Would it be a sin to change its original color?

 

[hicountrybob]

The color of my CS is Brittany Blue. I am not a big fan of light blue. I was thinking of painting it a real dark metallic blue. Would painting it a different color take away from it being a somewhat rare car? I am the kind of person that likes his collectors car as original as can be, but am having trouble looking past the color. Would it be a sin to change its original color?

Yes, probably on these "specials", a MORTAl sin, to me!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bob here!

 

[Mustanglvr]

If you paint it a darker color, then you might have to change the stripes to a lighter color. The interior matches the stripes right?
You're car is beautiful just the way it is.
Around here we think that if you can change it back to original anytime you or a future owner would want, then change away! :grin:

 

[Minnesota_Mustang_Nutt]

If you paint it a darker color, then you might have to change the stripes to a lighter color. The interior matches the stripes right?
You're car is beautiful just the way it is.
Around here we think that if you can change it back to original anytime you or a future owner would want, then change away! :grin:

Yes the stripe matches the interior. Guess that is one thing I never thought of. Metallic blue with white stripes and black interior? Not sure how that would look. :tongue: ?

 

[Minnesota_Mustang_Nutt]

If you paint it a darker color, then you might have to change the stripes to a lighter color. The interior matches the stripes right?
You're car is beautiful just the way it is.
Around here we think that if you can change it back to original anytime you or a future owner would want, then change away! :grin:

Sorry, I forgot to thank you for the compliment......... Thank you.

 

[Mustanglvr]

Yes the stripe matches the interior. Guess that is one thing I never thought of. Metallic blue with white stripes and black interior? Not sure how that would look. :tongue: ?

I've seen worse. :smile:

 

[Mustanglvr]

Sorry, I forgot to thank you for the compliment......... Thank you.

You're welcome. Give her a good wax and shine and you will love the color.

 

[CougarCJ]

It's your car, have fun with it.

Go with Acapulco Blue.


My GT/CS was originally Meadowlark Yellow, my most recent plan is to paint it 1971 Ford Bright Yellow.
Meadowlark Yellow, just doesn't do it for me:icon_no:, too pale.

 

[Mosesatm]

IMO if you are going to keep the car forever paint it any color you want, but if you are concerned about its resale value a color change may turn off some potential purchasers therefore reducing the selling price, especially if it is a color not offered on '68 Mustangs.

 

[bassman2]

I don't think its a sin... It all depends on your intentions. I would however paint it a correct mustang color. I do think that is important.

 

[gofastguy]

+1 on the use of a correct 1968 Mustang color, although I personally think the Brittany blue is one of the nicest colors.

 

[Mosesatm]

+1 on the use of a correct 1968 Mustang color, although I personally think the Brittany blue is one of the nicest colors.

Agreed on the Brittany Blue. It's also quite rare.

 

[Ruppstang]

For me nothing but orginal would do. And for me and those above that hold this opinion any change would hurt resale value. My son has a 68 coupe that we got to restore when he was 13 and it is britteny blue. He said it looked like a grandpa color and wanted to change the color. I strongly discouraged the idea. In the end we came up with a good compromise. We kept the same color but added more and larger metalic. It is absolutely beautiful in the sun. If you would like to see it I can try to find a picture. Marty

 

[murf104]

The car is yours, so paint it any color you want! That being said, I feel the value will be diminished if you change the color. Do your self a favor by finding another car with a fresh and accurate paint job in Britainy Blue and look at it carefully before you take the plunge and go with a color change. Some of the colors are much more attractive when they are fresh and you might be surprised how well you like the original color when it shines bright. Also, colors can grow on a person. If you do a great job of repainting the original color and keep the car I feel strongly you will thank yourself in years to come. Just think about it long and hard before changing color!

 

[Mosesatm]

Here's a Brittany Blue car with white stripes and top, and one with black stripes and top.

 

[franklinair]

I am only a semi purist. I have no heartburn with changes as long as it is correct for the model/year. I have made changes in mine, and am adding more -but - they are options applicable to the model & year. (color, interior, console, P/B, wheels, vinyl top, dual exhaust, GT valance & tips) The only non stock items I've added are the mini tach (in place of the clock) and L.E.D. bulbs (for electrical improvement & visibility).
I think the Presidential Blue, white stripe & interior would look super- and it's correct for the model/year.

Neil

PS:
Color change is a LOT of work to do it right.

 

[Midnight Special]

...If we were in 1970 or '80 instead of 2010, I'd say "do it", but it seems the appreciation of these cars (these days) is more with with their originality (returning nostalgia).

My son, upon rebuilding his '68 coupe wanted to "teenage" it all up with stripes, scoop, wheels, headers, chrome this & that.... all the stuff the other kids say are "cool", but since our gathering in October and meeting the finest in the business, he thankfully had a change in heart. (Thanks to Neil, Ron, Cory, Steve, Scott, Mike, the Powells etc... Uh, Rob wasn't much help tho ;-) just kidding...

My point is; he has come to enjoy a much greater esteem and respect by sticking with the factory stance and color, stock hubcaps and exhaust with a focus on preservation vs modification.

'Just my opinion based on the times, but in truth - I am no less the "sinner" ;-)

P.S. So Rhonda, do I need to get a gold interior for the black car???

 

[Mustanglvr]

...If we were in 1970 or '80 instead of 2010, I'd say "do it", but it seems the appreciation of these cars (these days) is more with with their originality (returning nostalgia).

My son, upon rebuilding his '68 coupe wanted to "teenage" it all up with stripes, scoop, wheels, headers, chrome this & that.... all the stuff the other kids say are "cool", but since our gathering in October and meeting the finest in the business, he thankfully had a change in heart. (Thanks to Neil, Ron, Cory, Steve, Scott, Mike, the Powells etc... Uh, Rob wasn't much help tho ;-) just kidding...

My point is; he has come to enjoy a much greater esteem and respect by sticking with the factory stance and color, stock hubcaps and exhaust with a focus on preservation vs modification.

'Just my opinion based on the times, but in truth - I am no less the "sinner" ;-)

P.S. So Rhonda, do I need to get a gold interior for the black car???

I don't know Tim, the gold stripe isn't original to the car, is it? :wink:

 

[robert campbell]

I have a "saws all" in one hand and air tools in the other!! Never ask me!

Of note a friend of mine had a 67 289 Auto Black Convertible with parchment interior. Kinda a plain jane. He decided to procure every Ford option he could get his hands on. Kept the paint but loaded this Mustang with air, tilt away, GT option, lower console, deluxe interior, exterior decor group, disc brakes, powere steering. Everthing he could find. All Ford of course.

In no way did he devalue this car. I would say he increased it a bunch!

The good rule is never make a change that is difficult to reverse. Paint is difficult (expensive) to reverse. And of course as mentioned earlier! If you plan to keep it forever, who cares. But forever is a long time.

I have violated everthing above!!! Except for the keeping forever part. Try to pry them out of my hands!

Rob "hack um up" Campbell

 

[Midnight Special]

I don't know Tim, the gold stripe isn't original to the car, is it? :wink:

...No, that car was originally a C-code, sunlit gold w/ black stripe. It's now a 302 4v, 4-speed. I bought it that way in '05 with no intention to return it to factory spec. as it is among the favorites (however incorrect). I don't believe gold stripes were ever "factory", but some say they were offered by dealers. I have never been able to confirm this...

I agree with Rob too, that value can lie in the difference if it's performed tastefully.