Hi all,

I'm starting to fall in love with those things (67 convertible 390ci s-code).
i'm not going to be able to afford one in the next 2 years. But before I start all my research into those, are they worth having ?
I like the looks and the sound of the big blocks. But are there any common problems with those engines ?
Or are they just as reliable as those 289s ? are parts for those as easy to get as for example on a 65 289 ?

would I be able to get one for 15.000$ that is in a solid state, with good running engine, drivetraine, powersteering, powertop and powerbrakes ?
So I can take care myself about interior, engine upgrades, minor repairs, paint and stuff .... (don't want a wreck. must be driving)

Any other ideas on what to look out for ?
and from what model year on are 390's factory option ? from66 ? from 67 ? (like the 66 ones as well)

Kalli

 

For real S - code cars prices are sky high. Engine is relaible as any common American V8, but parts are little bit more expensive. Fe big block is heavy, but aluminum parts help you with weight problem. Intake manifold weights alone 37kg (original non aluminum).

15k USD solid S -code Mustang convertible is a rare find and if you see one you have to take it at that moment.

Anyway great car, great engine and absolutely great torque

 

There was nothing bigger than a 289 in a Mustang prior to 1967, engine bay isn't big enough.
You will pay a preimum for a real S code
You will pay a preimum for a convertible
Convertible S code in good condition - open and empty wallet, bank account and steal from your mother.

 

theres always buy a convertable and put whatever engine in it you want if thats legal there. 390 was from 67 to 69 maybe 70 if i remember right. the reason they didnt use it in earlyer years was it wouldnt fit 67 they made the shock towers wider

 

We had a '67 S-code/4spd deluxe convertible (non-GT in Dark Ivy Green) a few years back, but sold it to Dover Downs (they gave it away as a slot machine grand prize). That thing was a great car, but I was afraid to drive it for fear of being smashed into, and God-forbid I had to park it anywhere. The only variation from stock was the addition of a 3.50:1 t-lock rear instead of the stock gearing.

Without power steering, it was a pain to steer and maneuver in tight spots. It plowed through corners like you couldn't believe, and made my '66 coupe feel like a slot car in comparison. The drum brakes were barely adequate. But that torquey big block was fun to drive.

They are pricey nowadays, and "relatively rare". But there are ALOT of "relatively rare" Mustangs. With so many factrory and dealer options, it is easy to find an odd combination of options and call it rare. Just remember - "rare" does not always equal "desirable", and the asking price for a car needs to reflect that.

 

Wow, after seeing all these posts I feel lucky to have my 67 s-code vert. Oh and it is a GTA. I am restoring it now and love to work on it. Now what I have found is that 390 GT's and 390's are different in some respects. Take for instances, exhaust manifolds. I had a hard time finding a gasket for those. But did find one. It has been as reliable as anything I have had. Not a lot of room to work on the engine but I am beginning to wonder if any V8's are easy to work on due to engine bay space. My 69 has a 351C and there is not much room either. Now I can say that I have a harder time finding stuff for my 351C than I do my 390 GT. But if there is one available to you now, then get it. Do what you have to do to get it or you will kick yourself if you don't. That is what I had to do for my 69 Mach 1. I took out a loan and traveled across 3 states to get it.

 

You are super lucky,I found a '67 S code fastback down the street from me for $350.00. I'm sure you can imagine the shape it was in,lol. Good thing was it had all the #'s,door tag, title and drivetrain.

 

"You will pay a preimum for a convertible"

peek at my avatar...we're new here, just bought that pup bout 2 weeks ago!

 

what avatar?€

 

LOL...just noticed that myself....it was there last night......well ....okay gotta fix that
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