The first-generation Ford Mustang was
the original pony car, manufactured by Ford Motor Company from 1964
until 1973.
Several changes to the Mustang occurred
at the start of the normal 1965 model year production, five months
after its introduction. These cars are known as "late 65's,"
and were built after factory retooling in August 1964. The engine
lineup was changed, with a 200 cu in (3.3 L) engine that produced 120
hp (89 kW). Production of the 260 cu in (4.3 L) engine ceased when
the 1964 model year ended. It was replaced with a new 200 hp (150 kW)
289 cu in (4.7 L) engine with a two-barrel carburetor as the base V8.
A 225 hp (168 kW) four-barrel carbureted version was next in line,
followed by the unchanged "Hi-Po" 271 hp (202 kW) 289. The
DC electrical generator was replaced by a new AC alternator on all
Fords (the quickest way to distinguish a 1964½ from a 1965 is to see
if the alternator light on the dash says "GEN" or "ALT").
The now-famous Mustang GT was
introduced as the "GT Equipment Package" and included a V8
engine (most often the 225 hp (168 kW) 289), grille-mounted fog
lamps, rocker panel stripes, and disc brakes. A four-barrel
carbureted engine was now available with any body style.
Additionally, reverse lights were an option added to the car in 1965.
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