1965 Ford Ranchero - V8, 4-spd Man, Numbers Matching, Beautifully restored!

Ford Ranchero 1965 Description

I am selling from my collection a beautifully restored 1965 Ford Ranchero!
I have sold other cars out of my collections with 100% positive feedback with only happy buyers and successful transactions. This is a Private Party sell. This is a Reserve Auction.
This is a very rare - letter A vin # car witch designates V8-4barrell Premium carb. It also has the rare 4-spd Manuel #'s matching!
This is the 2nd Generation of Ford Ranchero's and64'-65' are very rare years as this was the only two years of this particular body style. It was a shared platform with the also rare Ford Falcon. In fact most parts are found by using the name Falcon Ranchero.
After this each new generation of Ranchero's got larger and larger, sharing platforms with Ford's larger cars. Many collectors prefer these smaller bodied Ranchero's especially the 64'-65's.
1965 was also the first year Ford switched to an Alternator from a Generator system. 1965 also marked the first year Ford switched from a 260 V8 to the 289-V8.
This car has been restored to be better than original in many ways. It has a beautiful Candy apple red with a metallic Gold stripe. A very stunning combination! It also has custom plush new upholstery which is much more comfortable and inviting than the original vinyl. The pickup bed was also sprayed with a line type material to make it useful and more durable.
It was also upgraded substantially with a custom built, H.O. V8-302 ENGINE. I do have the complete Number's matching 289-V8 to go along with it - every part right down to the factory air cleaner is included! (Crated-see pictures)
There is also a Hurst 4-spd upgrade shifter with much more positive shifting than the original factory setup. Original shifter is also included!

1965 Ford Ranchero with a little over 75000 MILES showing on the odometer. It has been restored so actual drivetrain mileage is LESS THAN 5000 miles. The condition speaks for itself, INSPECTIONS WELCOME during auction. The pictures speak volumes as I tried to showcase those areas where any wear could exist.IF you would like additional pictures feel free to contact me for specific shots.

The interior is spotless, carpet is all in tact in great condition.

The seats are flawless and very comfortable. Stitching is in excellent condition and no sun fade anywhere and every seam solid.

Rubber trimis not rotted or cracked.

The chrome is shinny and in great condition.

The car drives very straight and just down the road, with a surprisingly sporty feel to it.

All lights are fully operational, interior and exterior - bright and flawless.

Solid panels and straight from one end to the other.

NO RUST, ANYWHERE! Original California car with the original black and gold plates!!!

Engine is very clean and runs perfectly with just the quick turn of the key.

Tires and wheels are in excellent condition and ready for the road.

Gauges all work excellentand fully operational with the exception of the stock radio.

All HVAC equipment is in working original condition.

The dash is flawless and has no cracks. The headliner and rear deck are also flawless with no cracking.

The spare and original high-lift type jack are all present and perfectly functioning.

If you love these mid 60's to early 70's Detroit automobiles like I do - you can look for many years and not find too many like this one in a beautifully restored condition. Yes, there are a few details that are not original anymore, but it is much better in many, many, ways and much more pleasant to drive! It also includes all of the original items that are highly valuable and could easily be reinstalled for a truly original show level car!

The car will be for sale locally and I reserve the right to cancel the auction and bids if it sells during auction.

Terms of Sale :By placing a bid on this vehicle you are entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the above-described vehicle.I reserve the right to cancel all existing bids and end the auction early should the item no longer be available for sale.

Pay :A deposit of $500.00 (non-refundable) must be paid within 24hours of the close of the auction. The remaining balance must be paid within7 days.

Payment: Wire Transfer