I can relate to that post! Wow a '68 fastback! What color?
A few years ago, I purchased a 2011 dark purple mustang convertible V8 with black drop top and cream interior.
It was a real gem with low miles , in mint condition. I finally owned my "dream car".
However, after 4 years the mileage got higher and some basic mechanical issues began to creep in.
It just wasn't practical to keep it any longer and the cost to maintain it for daily driving was getting pricey
2 years ago, I was offered a top dollar trade in value for it at a nearby KIA dealership.
So, I used the Mustang trade in value towards a new, loaded KIA Optima.
The Optima rides like a limo and has awesome options like heated seats and steering wheel .
I miss the old mustang when I see pics of it, BUT, I love driving my Optima.
It was a dark green color. Not sure the name exactly, but a forest green type? It was a custom paint job. My dad was a mechanic to put himself through college. Many of his friends were into drag racing so they all had a good knowledge of cars.
I remember it had a 351 with a massive camshaft. At idle it sounded like a monster. It was a 4-speed standard trans and often broke parts because he would launch it so hard. He went through a lot of axles and diffs. Very fast car for its time.
My mom used to hate it, i remember a few times he took me to school in it, i don't think it was street legal.
I've had a few Mustangs over the years, they are fun cars to drive.