Restoring a 1967 Ford Mustang: Will It Run?

TLDRThis video showcases the restoration of a 1967 Ford Mustang that has been sitting for a long time. The car is a barn find and the goal is to get it running again. The host purchases the car and assesses its condition, highlighting the manual transmission as a desirable feature. The car shows signs of rust and mice damage, but the engine still has compression. The host cleans the spark plugs, replaces the ignition components, and gets the engine to spark. However, the carburetor is stubborn and needs further attention. The video also includes a tour of the car's interior and underbody, which reveal significant rust damage. Despite the challenges, the host remains optimistic and is determined to restore the car.

Key insights

⚙️The 1967 Ford Mustang is a sought-after model due to its manual transmission.

💰Restoring the car has the potential to be a profitable venture.

🚗The car's exterior shows signs of rust, but the interior is in decent shape.

🔧The engine has compression and can potentially be restored to working condition.

🐭Mice damage is evident in the car's interior and wiring.

Q&A

What is the condition of the car's exterior?

The car shows signs of rust and has a rusty paint job.

Does the car still have its original engine?

Yes, the car has the original 289 cubic inch V8 engine.

Is there any damage to the car's interior?

Yes, there is evidence of mice damage in the interior.

What steps are taken to get the engine running?

The spark plugs are cleaned and the ignition components are replaced to get the engine to spark.

What is the host's goal for the car?

The host aims to restore the car to working condition and potentially make a profit from it.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the video and the goal of restoring a 1967 Ford Mustang.

02:00Assessment of the car's condition, highlighting the manual transmission as a desirable feature.

04:00Tour of the car's exterior, showcasing signs of rust and the condition of the paint.

08:00Exploration of the car's interior, including the seats, gauges, and evidence of mice damage.

10:00Attempt to start the engine, cleaning the spark plugs, and replacing ignition components.

15:00Overview of the underbody, revealing significant rust damage and structural issues.

17:00Summary of the challenges faced during the restoration process.