’66 Mustang Fastback Gets Custom Restomod Treatment

Pro-touring or restomod projects often have a similar approach to them. That is to restore an older car often using modern components to take advantage of new technologies and better parts. For example, nobody but a pure classic car guy really wants to deal with drum brakes anymore, so installing disc brakes all around gives you contemporary performance but still with a classic look.

So, updating many components is part of the conversion process here and since it is no longer a restoration project of any kind, the rules are open when it comes to restyling. Some cars will be mild in this respect, sometimes almost indistinguishable from the original. Others, however, may choose a different course and make the car uniquely theirs.

So it is for this 1966 Mustang. While the owner has plans for upgraded suspension, interior, driveline and wheels, he’s starting by putting together a number of custom touches on the outside. The Mustang’s hood, for example, has had the upper skin from a Maverick Grabber grafted on for a look that is quite unique.

This owner is quite the metal worker, as he’s carried on to modify the front bumper, adding custom intake passages and a “Powered by Ford” logo in the center. Inspired by early 60’s ‘Vette details, he’s also modifying the front fenders to provide vents and the “Powered by Ford” logo again. A new taillight panel at the rear now houses distinctive LED rear lights, while work on the rear fascia will somehow involve portions of the front valance from a ’69 Camaro.

There are plenty of aftermarket parts available for someone wanting a different look, but for taking the challenge of custom work, distinction is in the cards. There’s a lot of work to go, but when its done, this Mustang will certainly not be the usual thing you’re used to seeing around.