I have a 1968 with a 200ci never been rebuilt or cracked open.. 252,000 miles on her and still chugging along. I drive it daily aswell! And I absolutely love it!
I was looking for a replacement mustang coupe last year. I made a video about that. Then I had to replace the engine on our 65 Fastback so I used those funds for that along with a few other upgrades. Remaining funds may be used to supercharge or to put Webber's on the Fastback? Not sure. Currently I'm kind of business filming other people's cars. no time for mine. lol💯👍
Nice, I have a 65 w/200 with only around 25,000 miles... After I swapped my trucc 4.3 to 6.0 now the hp bug got me and I'm swapping the V6 I always wanted to upgrade all the old components anyways after all it's 57 yrs old
I’ve had my 66 for 9 years now and absolutely love it. As far as steering, suspension and brakes, all original, it drives like a dream. I’ve had carburetor issues for a while but currently looking at an EFI conversion so it’s reliable on cold starts and long drives. Personally I would never get rid of the inline 6 because so many people go with v8 swaps, and over time these cars with their original engines are getting harder to find. Young car guys are always disappointed that it’s not a v8, the older guys always have something positive to say, but it gets attention from everybody. I hope to hold onto it for another 50 years and pass it down to the family when I’m gone. She’ll need another paint restoration in another 10 years, but to me it’s worth keeping this piece of Americana in pristine condition for as long as I live.
I always wanted to pick up a 6 cylinder coupe to go along with my v8 FB. If I found one I wouldn't change it either. Yours sounds great. I wouldn't change a thing. I've seen a lot of cars with EFI. They love it once they get it working. I just don't want a computer in my classic Mustang. 😂😂😂👍
I love inline 6 engines as a young man. Super smooth, easy to work on, torquey, reliable as a rock, and simple! They've also got enough power for folks that don't need to drag race either.
Every classic car doesn’t have to be a muscle car or have to be butchered just for the sake of being a V8. I’ve owned a couple of 60’s cars including my 65 mustang with an inline 6. I thought about putting in a 289 and then I thought, what was the point? All I do is cruise in it, go on long drives with the wife, and occasionally drive it to work. I’m never going to drag it or do donuts in the parking lot of an abandoned K-Mart, so I’d rather put the money into making my ride clean.
Ben, we agree with you! Note the first Mustang in the video is a beautiful inline 6. We wouldn't convert that one to a V8. But as you said, you though about it but chose not too. For those that decide to move forward this video provides some helpful information. Thanks for watching and your feedback 👍
When I got my 66 my plan wasnt to swap it to a v8 but my 6 cylinder was starting to give me tons of problems so after 3 years of driving it as a inline 6 I swapped for a v8.
I own a '66 with a 200 from '78 and a '77 head from a 250. The combination of the larger intake log and bigger valves with hardened seats gives several advantages. I've added headers, larger exhaust, and a Weber 38 as well as some suspension upgrades and an HEI distributor. A little money and time invested boosted the performance significantly and the six is something different that I enjoy a great deal.
Right. For not that much money, you can add a 2v, headers, a mild cam, and higher ratio rockers and you will absolutely notice a significant difference. It'll accelerate as fast as modern commuters and easily cruise on interstate.
My 1966 was originally a 289 per the Vin code, but it was a 200 6 cylinder when I got it. The wheels had been changed to 4 lug as well. With headers and 2 barrel adapter/carburetor I get decent performance now that I've reverted to the original 3 speed standard. I've annihilated metric cars with my Sprint 200.
Thank you for spending your time to put this video together. And With all honest I have 67' 6 straight and wish to to have enough power to burn out my tires with no inconveniences.. i don't want a race car but an economic way to make 67 straight 6 into V8 manual.. TIA. 😁
Honestly wouldn’t mind a 6 Cylinder Mustang 65-66, always wanted a classic stang and as long as it gets me from point A to Point B and I’m happy with it I’m 100% for it
I bought a 6 cylinder 66 mustang. I had it 1988 when I was 17. I kept it all this time. Over the years, I installed an aluminum cylinder head with removable 4 bbl intake, 4 bbl 500cfm carb, slightly bigger cam, DUI distributor, Austrailian dual outlet headers, 5 speed tremec with od changed to .73... V8 front suspension, 8 inch rear axle with tru loc installed, and a new custom drive shaft. Bigger 15 inch wheels. This car is riding no different then a stock 289 2 bbl. I have stock air conditioner in car with r134 sanden comp. Car is ment to drive on street. Car top speed I hit 110-115 mph, and probably could have went more. Way better then stock six. But don't let these guys change your mind and act like the six cant stay up with a stock v8...Love my six now..
I too have looked at some 6cylinders and thought what if? This really cleared up some questions I had. I remember Rick (Mechanic) was on Gas Monkey Garage when they did the the Steve Mcqueen Bullitt replica car in SF.
I'd rather have a clean 6 cylinder than a very rusty v8! Always have the option to convert later if you choose. Good catch. Rick has been in the business for a while. Thanks for watching! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE!
I drove both the 289 and 200 versions of mid 60's Mustangs back when they were only 15 to 20 years old. And I would have to say only buy a 200 if you don't like yourself and hate to drive! To be fair I drove the 200 after having driven the 289 for a few years, had to switch when the 289 got totaled :( In the ensuing couple of years of driving the 200, I found that the majority of the time I drove with the accelerator floored, just to try to get that car to get out of its own way. Whereas pinning the 289s accelerator to the floor was a rare occurrence which often resulted in much tire squealing and even a good chirp when the C4 shifted gears. :) The 200 experience could have been improved somewhat if I had changed the clunky 3-spd manual out for a 4-spd.
The massive drawback on the ford six is the integral intake/head, the log head. The aluminum head shown in this video is unobtanium, discontinued but is slated for reproduction (been waiting for years!). That head, intake a carb is 3k alone, which is why most guys will go the V8 conversion. If shipping was cheaper, Australia would be a great option, they had a proper divorced inline six head and plenty of options over they years.
Totally agree. An Inline six can be a cheaper option to get into classic mustang ownership. You can potentially get a car that has a good body that hasn't been modified at a good price. Upgrade the suspension and some good looking wheels and tires and you can have a great looking mustang. That being said, when it comes to power, the v8 conversion is the best longterm option. Thank you for the great input. Much Appreciated!👍💯
About 7 years ago I picked up a 66 coupe 6 banger 3 speed. I was going to put a header on it and duel the exhaust. I changed my mind and put a 351 windsor in it....IFS with a rack and a 5speed manuel with a Holey Sniper EFI....not sure if I made the right decision but that's what I did.
What would you like to know about the car, and I will try and get the answers. In the meantime I will try to see if he has a instagram, etc. Account. If he does I will post it here so you can reach out directly 👍
I have a '65 base convertible with the 200cid. Big cam, 2-barrel, HEI dizzy, header, 2.5" dual exhaust, T-5 trans...she goes just fine. My dream is to find a '65 T-code Fastback to build up into a hot street cruiser.
I actually prefer the straight 6 classics over the V8 classics. I no longer race cars but I do enjoy driving cars and a straight 6 cylinder is much easier to live with on a daily basis than a V8.
I have a 60 ranchero. The 200 mustang six is a straight drop in lol. My 144 gets great mpg. Power can get ya in trouble. Do what ya want sixes are cool too!!!
I got my first car in 1972, a 64 1/2 Mustang with the 170 engine. I look back fondly on it, but in all honesty, it was a terrible car to drive and maintain. I got very good at swapping out the light duty Falcon 3 spd it came with. The brakes were very iffy. Cold starts were an issue, even in the south. Steering was nothing to write home about. Still, I rubber neck everytime I see an early Mustang. In all honesty, it was probably good that I didn't have a 289 under the hood. I wasn't a wild teenager by any stretch of the imagination, but defensive driving wasn't in my vocabulary.
I love my inline 6 fairmont it has a 5 speed manual and to be honest its a great car to do long trips on few bucks at 70 mph the engine is not stressed , maybe in a future i would put a 6 speed to get a better mpg in the freeway
It's already cool 😎 with the inline 6 and 5 speed manual 👍. Swap in a 6 speed manual that's one unique build. I love the look of inline 6's with tri-power carbs setup 😍 😎💯👍. If I bought a second classic Mustang. It would mostlikely have a 6 👍💯!!!
@@TheSmellofGas 5 speed swaps on inline 6 are normal in latin america in mexico t5 are the choice meanwhile the Hilux 5 speed is more used in south america
You are a great dude, great information, i did not even know 1965 l6 and 1967 are totally different for V8 swapping. i was planned to buy a L6 1964 and years later swap v8. In my country v8 1967 AOD w351 restored mustang is 80k usd, 1965 L6, 3.3 liter, semi-restored mustang is 60k Usd. If it were you, which would you choose? (parts and other things are extremely expensive here) greetings from turkey. I subscribed :)
Rick, owner of R Mustangs and Classic Ford's, provides great information in these videos. He always says original V8 are typically more valuable than I6 to V8 conversions. Given the high cost of basic I6 Mustangs in your area a V8 would be my choice. It's appears more expensive to buy an I6 and then do a conversion later in your area. Thanks for watching and subscribing to the channel.💯👍
He didn't have time to elaborate on the differences when making the video so I can not answer for the owner of the shop. That being said, I have owned 3 classic mustangs. Including 65, 66 & 67. I currently have a 65 Fastback. I do know that the C4's are not the same as the 6 cylinder C4 has weaker internals and slightly different gearing. I believe you can use the 6 cylinder tranny for the conversation but It wont standup to the V8 if its not modified to v8 specs if you want to step on the v8.
There’s nothing wrong with owning and driving a classic car with a 6, I’ve owned many. In my opinion they’re just cooler because everyone has a v8, everyone wants a v8, but for daily duties or just a nice cruiser then the 6 is the way to go.. if it’s factory v8 then it’s cool, but if it’s a 6 then why not just leave it? Unless you’re wanting to race the thing there’s no point, there’s a speed limit on the roads so 🤷🏿♂️ I’m also the type of guy who loves classic economy cars, because they were never dream cars, people love them and relate to an economy car and they get more attention at meets and shows because everyone remembers being driven to school in them, or their grandparents brought one brand new, or it was their first car.. it wasn’t the car they had on a poster on their wall. After owning v8’s, all I can say is, they’re good for sound, they’re good for wank factor, but that’s about it
Thomas, Judging by the amount of attention this car received at a local cars and coffee event, I think a lot of people agree with you! Same look, lower price, ease of maintenance! Whats not to like!
I’ll say this, I have a 65 with a 200 6I in it. It could barely do 70 on the freeway. Not nearly fast enough for today’s roads. The price to get the six road worthy versus the V8 swap is not worth it. Its better in every way to upgrade to the 8.
My father, a Ford man since the 1930's, bought a new 1968 Mustang sedan version. He thought the V8 was too much engine for this small lightweight car to be driven by the family, but he wanted in on the Mustang craze. So it was the 2 door, 200 6, automatic, sporty looking, family use sedan.
Barbara, I agree with you. Six Cylinders are always a good OPTION. When I saw the car in the video I had to make this video. Looks the same. It's a Mustang! Thanks for watching
@@TheSmellofGas ... and I can buy running 6 banger engines all day for $100 or two. I'm seriously thinking about stashing a few because trends change. The whole car culture is about to hit a brick wall when EV's take over anyway. Who wants to feed a big block at $10 a gallon. I love them but these cars are dinosaurs.
@@barbaraannen8126 True. I am very curious to see how EV's impact the Classic and Gas performance car markets. Will Manual transmission Classic's (which I Love) continue to be more valuable than auto cars as less people learn to drive manuals? I lot of interesting changes coming. I love the torque and speed of EV's but the lack of sound is a big downer. I love the look of a 6 banger with a weber carb and stainless steel headers. However, I think I would do an EV swap before going back to a 6 cylinder though. I can have the power, torque and would just play the sound over the audio system LOL.
@@TheSmellofGas true, its said a manual is millennial theft prevention. Lets hope we don't get legislated off the road entirely. Are you familiar with epa's latest edict? They are redefining the law to eliminate any mods. Aftermarket parts would be illegal. Race cars are banned.
Yes, I saw a few video's on the subject (EPA Rules). The future doesn't look as bright with folks less and less into the sounds, sights and smells of motor vehicles. People just want to ride in a vehicle. It's becoming less about the art of driving. They just want to get from A to B. One Positive is that at least outside the U.S car market, drivers still know how to drive manuals so manufactures still to support that market.
so if money is not a thing, buy a V8 but if im going to buy a v6 to eventually put a v8 in it buy a 67 because the 67 years is basically plug in and play swaping to a V8 200ci 64.5-66 mustangs are not able to swap as easily as more parts are needed and there are problems with the steering
I would not want to change a Mustang from a six to an eight. In today/s world I prefer the six because of the fuel mileage. Almost every one goes for the V8 and then never drives it because they are hard on fuel. While the six is very economical to run. My best friend when I was a teen had several Ford six cylinder cars and NEVER had a moments trouboe with any of them. Give me the six and I'll keave it a six.
Better to get the inline 6... it's one of Ford's most reliable engines ever made. The 8 is fine and all, but it's all about that V8 or nothing mentality that bothers me... it's shortsightedness. Nothing wrong with inline 6s... just ask BMW and Mercedes... they made plenty of amazing engines with the inline 6... nothing is smoother. I wish Ford still made inline 6s... I mean how much more power are you going to get out of an old V8... unless you resto mod it with a more modern V8, then I don't think it is worth it... it's not like back in the day the V8 left the inline 6 in the smoke... old American V8 cars were not really that fast... they just had big engines with horsepower numbers that were disappointing given their liters. I get that old V8s sounded like god speaking, but I think the Ford inline 6 sounded just fine and if you straight pipe it... it will really sound amazing. Your best off throwing a 440 in a Fastback mustang... that sound and power is hard to beat... otherwise... inline 6 all day and every day. That's my two cents.
Thanks for the great feedback. Unline 6's are still reasonably priced. For me the overall body condition is more important than the drive train. Body work and paint is more expensive. Give me an inline 6 with no rust issues and a straight body and I'll take it. 👍
I have a 1968 with a 200ci never been rebuilt or cracked open.. 252,000 miles on her and still chugging along. I drive it daily aswell! And I absolutely love it!
Very Nice! I would love to have a Classic Mustang with inline 6 for a daily. Who knows. It may happen 💯👍
@@TheSmellofGas that would be cool! You should! I have no regrets at all! Please upload it if you do get one!
I was looking for a replacement mustang coupe last year. I made a video about that. Then I had to replace the engine on our 65 Fastback so I used those funds for that along with a few other upgrades. Remaining funds may be used to supercharge or to put Webber's on the Fastback? Not sure. Currently I'm kind of business filming other people's cars. no time for mine. lol💯👍
Nice, I have a 65 w/200 with only around 25,000 miles... After I swapped my trucc 4.3 to 6.0 now the hp bug got me and I'm swapping the V6 I always wanted to upgrade all the old components anyways after all it's 57 yrs old
I have 68 that has some pretty gnarly rod or lifter knock. Daily drive it in HS. Someday I want to coyote swap and all the fixins
I’ve had my 66 for 9 years now and absolutely love it. As far as steering, suspension and brakes, all original, it drives like a dream. I’ve had carburetor issues for a while but currently looking at an EFI conversion so it’s reliable on cold starts and long drives. Personally I would never get rid of the inline 6 because so many people go with v8 swaps, and over time these cars with their original engines are getting harder to find. Young car guys are always disappointed that it’s not a v8, the older guys always have something positive to say, but it gets attention from everybody. I hope to hold onto it for another 50 years and pass it down to the family when I’m gone. She’ll need another paint restoration in another 10 years, but to me it’s worth keeping this piece of Americana in pristine condition for as long as I live.
I always wanted to pick up a 6 cylinder coupe to go along with my v8 FB. If I found one I wouldn't change it either. Yours sounds great. I wouldn't change a thing. I've seen a lot of cars with EFI. They love it once they get it working. I just don't want a computer in my classic Mustang. 😂😂😂👍
I love inline 6 engines as a young man. Super smooth, easy to work on, torquey, reliable as a rock, and simple! They've also got enough power for folks that don't need to drag race either.
Every classic car doesn’t have to be a muscle car or have to be butchered just for the sake of being a V8. I’ve owned a couple of 60’s cars including my 65 mustang with an inline 6. I thought about putting in a 289 and then I thought, what was the point? All I do is cruise in it, go on long drives with the wife, and occasionally drive it to work. I’m never going to drag it or do donuts in the parking lot of an abandoned K-Mart, so I’d rather put the money into making my ride clean.
Ben, we agree with you! Note the first Mustang in the video is a beautiful inline 6. We wouldn't convert that one to a V8. But as you said, you though about it but chose not too. For those that decide to move forward this video provides some helpful information. Thanks for watching and your feedback 👍
I’m thinking a of buying a 65 i6. How’s yours on long road trips?
When I got my 66 my plan wasnt to swap it to a v8 but my 6 cylinder was starting to give me tons of problems so after 3 years of driving it as a inline 6 I swapped for a v8.
I own a '66 with a 200 from '78 and a '77 head from a 250. The combination of the larger intake log and bigger valves with hardened seats gives several advantages. I've added headers, larger exhaust, and a Weber 38 as well as some suspension upgrades and an HEI distributor. A little money and time invested boosted the performance significantly and the six is something different that I enjoy a great deal.
Right. For not that much money, you can add a 2v, headers, a mild cam, and higher ratio rockers and you will absolutely notice a significant difference. It'll accelerate as fast as modern commuters and easily cruise on interstate.
My 1966 was originally a 289 per the Vin code, but it was a 200 6 cylinder when I got it. The wheels had been changed to 4 lug as well. With headers and 2 barrel adapter/carburetor I get decent performance now that I've reverted to the original 3 speed standard. I've annihilated metric cars with my Sprint 200.
LOL 😂
Nice lesson on the spindle 🔥🙏🇺🇸👏🏿👍thank you
I Wanna know about the mercury comet wagon in the back !
I have a 2001 mustang with the 3.8 liter v6 and it has been rock solid reliable.😊
Thank you for spending your time to put this video together. And With all honest I have 67' 6 straight and wish to to have enough power to burn out my tires with no inconveniences.. i don't want a race car but an economic way to make 67 straight 6 into V8 manual.. TIA. 😁
Thanks for the feedback. Much Appreciated. If you have additional question you should reach out Rick at R Mustangs. He is a great resource thanks 👍
The 6 cylinder 65 66 mustangs are the only versions I can afford at the moment. Some are below 10k.
Honestly wouldn’t mind a 6 Cylinder Mustang 65-66, always wanted a classic stang and as long as it gets me from point A to Point B and I’m happy with it I’m 100% for it
Great informative video. Thank you. Good to hear an expert's opinion.
He has a great shop for Mustangs and Fords. Great resource 👍
I bought a 6 cylinder 66 mustang. I had it 1988 when I was 17. I kept it all this time. Over the years, I installed an aluminum cylinder head with removable 4 bbl intake, 4 bbl 500cfm carb, slightly bigger cam, DUI distributor, Austrailian dual outlet headers, 5 speed tremec with od changed to .73... V8 front suspension, 8 inch rear axle with tru loc installed, and a new custom drive shaft. Bigger 15 inch wheels. This car is riding no different then a stock 289 2 bbl. I have stock air conditioner in car with r134 sanden comp. Car is ment to drive on street. Car top speed I hit 110-115 mph, and probably could have went more. Way better then stock six. But don't let these guys change your mind and act like the six cant stay up with a stock v8...Love my six now..
I just bought a 65 coupe 200 inline 6 ... Already planning on the restomod. Going to keep the straight 6 though .. All numbers matching
Yep. I'd keep a numbers matching 6 as a 6👍
I too have looked at some 6cylinders and thought what if? This really cleared up some questions I had. I remember Rick (Mechanic) was on Gas Monkey Garage when they did the the Steve Mcqueen Bullitt replica car in SF.
I'd rather have a clean 6 cylinder than a very rusty v8! Always have the option to convert later if you choose. Good catch. Rick has been in the business for a while. Thanks for watching! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE!
I just bought a 68 T code yesterday. Thinking about a drop out v6 from a 2017 mustang 300 HP. Just would like to know what you think.
I drove both the 289 and 200 versions of mid 60's Mustangs back when they were only 15 to 20 years old. And I would have to say only buy a 200 if you don't like yourself and hate to drive! To be fair I drove the 200 after having driven the 289 for a few years, had to switch when the 289 got totaled :( In the ensuing couple of years of driving the 200, I found that the majority of the time I drove with the accelerator floored, just to try to get that car to get out of its own way. Whereas pinning the 289s accelerator to the floor was a rare occurrence which often resulted in much tire squealing and even a good chirp when the C4 shifted gears. :) The 200 experience could have been improved somewhat if I had changed the clunky 3-spd manual out for a 4-spd.
The massive drawback on the ford six is the integral intake/head, the log head. The aluminum head shown in this video is unobtanium, discontinued but is slated for reproduction (been waiting for years!). That head, intake a carb is 3k alone, which is why most guys will go the V8 conversion. If shipping was cheaper, Australia would be a great option, they had a proper divorced inline six head and plenty of options over they years.
Totally agree. An Inline six can be a cheaper option to get into classic mustang ownership. You can potentially get a car that has a good body that hasn't been modified at a good price. Upgrade the suspension and some good looking wheels and tires and you can have a great looking mustang. That being said, when it comes to power, the v8 conversion is the best longterm option. Thank you for the great input. Much Appreciated!👍💯
Should look into the v8 eliminator 300 6s like the 625hp boss 300
About 7 years ago I picked up a 66 coupe 6 banger 3 speed. I was going to put a header on it and duel the exhaust. I changed my mind and put a 351 windsor in it....IFS with a rack and a 5speed manuel with a Holey Sniper EFI....not sure if I made the right decision but that's what I did.
It's sounds right to me Lol 😆 👍💯😎
Can you give more information on the red mustang with black satin bumpers? I would like to see more details of it. Thanks
What would you like to know about the car, and I will try and get the answers. In the meantime I will try to see if he has a instagram, etc. Account. If he does I will post it here so you can reach out directly 👍
I have a '65 base convertible with the 200cid. Big cam, 2-barrel, HEI dizzy, header, 2.5" dual exhaust, T-5 trans...she goes just fine.
My dream is to find a '65 T-code Fastback to build up into a hot street cruiser.
Yep. Nothing wrong with a good running inline 6! I agree it's a good place to start when building a modified car! Good luck 👍💯
My mom and dad had a 200 six in their 79 capri a buzzin half dozen. Buzzy fluttery sputtery...lol
Great info
I actually prefer the straight 6 classics over the V8 classics. I no longer race cars but I do enjoy driving cars and a straight 6 cylinder is much easier to live with on a daily basis than a V8.
Yes. If I had a second Mustang it would probably be a classic inline 6. Easier to work on as you said for a daily. 👍
I have a 60 ranchero. The 200 mustang six is a straight drop in lol. My 144 gets great mpg. Power can get ya in trouble. Do what ya want sixes are cool too!!!
I got my first car in 1972, a 64 1/2 Mustang with the 170 engine. I look back fondly on it, but in all honesty, it was a terrible car to drive and maintain. I got very good at swapping out the light duty Falcon 3 spd it came with. The brakes were very iffy. Cold starts were an issue, even in the south. Steering was nothing to write home about. Still, I rubber neck everytime I see an early Mustang. In all honesty, it was probably good that I didn't have a 289 under the hood. I wasn't a wild teenager by any stretch of the imagination, but defensive driving wasn't in my vocabulary.
I love my inline 6 fairmont it has a 5 speed manual and to be honest its a great car to do long trips on few bucks at 70 mph the engine is not stressed , maybe in a future i would put a 6 speed to get a better mpg in the freeway
It's already cool 😎 with the inline 6 and 5 speed manual 👍. Swap in a 6 speed manual that's one unique build. I love the look of inline 6's with tri-power carbs setup 😍 😎💯👍. If I bought a second classic Mustang. It would mostlikely have a 6 👍💯!!!
@@TheSmellofGas 5 speed swaps on inline 6 are normal in latin america in mexico t5 are the choice meanwhile the Hilux 5 speed is more used in south america
What’s the ballpark cost on the conversion? I’m looking at getting a ‘67 6 cylinder with the eventual goal of converting to v8.
Give Rick a call directly at R Mustangs in San Francisco. He will definitely talk to you about your build. 💯👍
Sometimes you don’t want a V8 engine if you wanna keep the 200 cubic inch inline six cylinder engine either stock or modified it’s a great engine too
Very true. They dress up nice too! I've seen 6's with triple deuces looking good.👍
Another great video! Thanks for the content. Subbed! 👍🏾 ✅
Appreciate it. Thanks for watching 💯👍
Great entry point... especially for a driver
I agree. Lower cost entry with option to convert to stock or modified V8 later 👍
You are a great dude, great information, i did not even know 1965 l6 and 1967 are totally different for V8 swapping. i was planned to buy a L6 1964 and years later swap v8. In my country v8 1967 AOD w351 restored mustang is 80k usd, 1965 L6, 3.3 liter, semi-restored mustang is 60k Usd. If it were you, which would you choose? (parts and other things are extremely expensive here) greetings from turkey. I subscribed :)
Rick, owner of R Mustangs and Classic Ford's, provides great information in these videos. He always says original V8 are typically more valuable than I6 to V8 conversions. Given the high cost of basic I6 Mustangs in your area a V8 would be my choice. It's appears more expensive to buy an I6 and then do a conversion later in your area. Thanks for watching and subscribing to the channel.💯👍
Can you turbo 6cyl ?
Very easy to swap out suspension from other vehicles ect
I want mine a fast 6.
Transmission has to be changed? I thought a C4 was a C4. What is the difference between a 6 cylinder C4 and a V8 C4?
He didn't have time to elaborate on the differences when making the video so I can not answer for the owner of the shop. That being said, I have owned 3 classic mustangs. Including 65, 66 & 67. I currently have a 65 Fastback. I do know that the C4's are not the same as the 6 cylinder C4 has weaker internals and slightly different gearing. I believe you can use the 6 cylinder tranny for the conversation but It wont standup to the V8 if its not modified to v8 specs if you want to step on the v8.
Cool video! And fuel injection, aluminum head cylinder/intakes, turbos, and superchargers - help make 6's go so much faster than in the old days.
Peteybrian, Great point. A Supercharger or Turbo on this thing would be great I candy! 👍👍
There’s nothing wrong with owning and driving a classic car with a 6, I’ve owned many. In my opinion they’re just cooler because everyone has a v8, everyone wants a v8, but for daily duties or just a nice cruiser then the 6 is the way to go.. if it’s factory v8 then it’s cool, but if it’s a 6 then why not just leave it? Unless you’re wanting to race the thing there’s no point, there’s a speed limit on the roads so 🤷🏿♂️ I’m also the type of guy who loves classic economy cars, because they were never dream cars, people love them and relate to an economy car and they get more attention at meets and shows because everyone remembers being driven to school in them, or their grandparents brought one brand new, or it was their first car.. it wasn’t the car they had on a poster on their wall. After owning v8’s, all I can say is, they’re good for sound, they’re good for wank factor, but that’s about it
Thomas, Judging by the amount of attention this car received at a local cars and coffee event, I think a lot of people agree with you! Same look, lower price, ease of maintenance! Whats not to like!
I’ll say this, I have a 65 with a 200 6I in it. It could barely do 70 on the freeway. Not nearly fast enough for today’s roads. The price to get the six road worthy versus the V8 swap is not worth it. Its better in every way to upgrade to the 8.
My father, a Ford man since the 1930's, bought a new 1968 Mustang sedan version. He thought the V8 was too much engine for this small lightweight car to be driven by the family, but he wanted in on the Mustang craze. So it was the 2 door, 200 6, automatic, sporty looking, family use sedan.
The simplest the best!! 6 cylinder is simpler and safer and the engine sound also beautiful like the 8 cylinder
I'm not racing. Gas is only getting more expensive. I'm just happy putting down the road. It will do 80mph though.
Barbara, I agree with you. Six Cylinders are always a good OPTION. When I saw the car in the video I had to make this video. Looks the same. It's a Mustang! Thanks for watching
@@TheSmellofGas ... and I can buy running 6 banger engines all day for $100 or two. I'm seriously thinking about stashing a few because trends change. The whole car culture is about to hit a brick wall when EV's take over anyway. Who wants to feed a big block at $10 a gallon. I love them but these cars are dinosaurs.
@@barbaraannen8126 True. I am very curious to see how EV's impact the Classic and Gas performance car markets. Will Manual transmission Classic's (which I Love) continue to be more valuable than auto cars as less people learn to drive manuals? I lot of interesting changes coming. I love the torque and speed of EV's but the lack of sound is a big downer. I love the look of a 6 banger with a weber carb and stainless steel headers. However, I think I would do an EV swap before going back to a 6 cylinder though. I can have the power, torque and would just play the sound over the audio system LOL.
@@TheSmellofGas true, its said a manual is millennial theft prevention. Lets hope we don't get legislated off the road entirely. Are you familiar with epa's latest edict? They are redefining the law to eliminate any mods. Aftermarket parts would be illegal. Race cars are banned.
Yes, I saw a few video's on the subject (EPA Rules). The future doesn't look as bright with folks less and less into the sounds, sights and smells of motor vehicles. People just want to ride in a vehicle. It's becoming less about the art of driving. They just want to get from A to B. One Positive is that at least outside the U.S car market, drivers still know how to drive manuals so manufactures still to support that market.
Yes
so if money is not a thing, buy a V8 but if im going to buy a v6 to eventually put a v8 in it buy a 67 because the 67 years is basically plug in and play swaping to a V8
200ci 64.5-66 mustangs are not able to swap as easily as more parts are needed and there are problems with the steering
You can pretty easily turbocharge one of these and get within spitting distance of stock 289 power.
I would not want to change a Mustang from a six to an eight. In today/s world I prefer the six because of the fuel mileage. Almost every one goes for the V8 and then never drives it because they are hard on fuel. While the six is very economical to run. My best friend when I was a teen had several Ford six cylinder cars and NEVER had a moments trouboe with any of them. Give me the six and I'll keave it a six.
If I had a 6, it would stay one 👍
Inlines are better than v8s.
Of course. Actually take out the v8s and put Inline Sixes In.
6 cylinder cars are a lot cheaper to insure.😊
A lot cheaper. Swap in an 8 with just 400 hp, your rates will probably triple 👍
Why not? Just don't pay V8 prices for it! 👈
Better to get the inline 6... it's one of Ford's most reliable engines ever made. The 8 is fine and all, but it's all about that V8 or nothing mentality that bothers me... it's shortsightedness. Nothing wrong with inline 6s... just ask BMW and Mercedes... they made plenty of amazing engines with the inline 6... nothing is smoother. I wish Ford still made inline 6s... I mean how much more power are you going to get out of an old V8... unless you resto mod it with a more modern V8, then I don't think it is worth it... it's not like back in the day the V8 left the inline 6 in the smoke... old American V8 cars were not really that fast... they just had big engines with horsepower numbers that were disappointing given their liters. I get that old V8s sounded like god speaking, but I think the Ford inline 6 sounded just fine and if you straight pipe it... it will really sound amazing. Your best off throwing a 440 in a Fastback mustang... that sound and power is hard to beat... otherwise... inline 6 all day and every day. That's my two cents.
Thanks for the great feedback. Unline 6's are still reasonably priced. For me the overall body condition is more important than the drive train. Body work and paint is more expensive. Give me an inline 6 with no rust issues and a straight body and I'll take it. 👍