A question for the group?

[34isgreat]

   I fee many fine cars on this board, are most of you into modified mustangs ro in keeping them original? I plan to keep mine original and I just was wondering who we have on this board. I am a member of this board and Vintage Mustangs Forum but I like this board better.

[66gt350]

I think 'bout the only thing original in my mustang is the rear bumper and glovebox.

[70_Fastback]

My car is not stock. 

And I, myself, prefer modified cars; though I can appreciate the effort that goes into restoring a car back to original.

[silverblueBP]

My car is not stock. 

And I, myself, prefer modified cars; though I can appreciate the effort that goes into restoring a car back to original.

 :wstup

[ko67]

My car looks stock on the surface but has modern mechanics in a lot of key places. I think that is the most common theme of cars on this forum from what I have seen

[guruatbol]

We can assist both.  many of us have modified cars and like the modified cars better.  I like the personal touches with an overall stock look.

My cars are "C" code so I feel like I can make them what I want.  If I have a "K" code fastback I would do it stock down to the color!

Mel

[SAC69]

My car is not stock. 

And I, myself, prefer modified cars; though I can appreciate the effort that goes into restoring a car back to original.

+2.  I know VMF has the concours forum for those looking into an exact restoration, many here know how the originals are supposed to look but simply choose to personalize their cars for a variety of reasons.  I've modified mine as I enjoy driving it more with modern equipment and other things not available 40+ years ago.  

[AzPete]

This current car looks stock except for the color. Interior has '04 seats, 289 is built a bit, tranny is an AOD w/shift kit, 3.50/9" for a rear axle, discs up front. Out of 4 '66 Coupes I have owned in the past, one was stock. I prefer to make them the way I like them as I drive them all the time.

Nothing wrong with a stock setup for sure.

[Midlife]

Midlife is about 95% stock.  Wheels are bigger, radio is new, Koni shocks, smaller steering wheel, non-standard radiator... and other small things.  

The sister forum to StangFix, http://www.concoursmustang.com/, is devoted to the purists.

[Sluggo]

I like the concours look. I try to hide my mods or make them look like something the factory could have done.

[DeadStang]

Generally keeping it (them) original, or at least period correct.

[Heap64]

I hang out on two or three boards, each one has their place.  I find this one pretty entertaining and good for some laughs.  I have a '68 coupe that looks pretty stock but isn't when you look inside or under the hood.  I'm building a convertible now that will look pretty close to stock inside and out (except for the color robbed from another year).

[KBMWRS]

II find this one pretty entertaining and good for some laughs.

He's talkin' about you Mark. :nk :lol

[Fast68back]

My interior door handles are stock....

[Laurie S.]

I like both, my coupe is 100 percent stock (I'm the original owner), and my fastback is very modified, but with a vintage look.

[scedd]

My interior door handles are stock....

i can send you some right hand drive ones i have spare

[silverblueBP]

He's talkin' about you Mark. :nk :lol

That's what I'm here for.

[Badass70]

My car is not stock.  

And I, myself, prefer modified cars; though I can appreciate the effort that goes into restoring a car back to original.

i feel the same way..
my car was totally stock when i got it.. only thing thats really stock is the motor and rear..

[70 StangMan]

Mine is pretty much stock (looking) except for the normal upgrades and improvements and re pro parts. Your basic occasional driver. I like Mustangs from pure stock to highly modified and everything in between.   :5

[tarafied1]

I think it's obvious that I prefer 100 point concourse correct restorations. But I think the real issue is this website. These guys and gals are my family. I can talk about dead cats, muffler bearings, how to fix this or where can I find that. I am addicted to StangFix. When I wake up, I gotta see what's new, when I can sneak a peak at work, I go to the StangFix. Seriously, there is so much knowledge and experience here it's crazy but they are not snobs, ego maniac's or know-it-all's. Anything is game here... they have funny stories, great sense of humor and genuine concern for each other. It's like no place else, really!

I'm still trying to think of something on my car that would be considered stock, I'll have to get back to you on that.

[Kats66Pny]

My car is not stock. 

And I, myself, prefer modified cars; though I can appreciate the effort that goes into restoring a car back to original.

What he said.

[34isgreat]

  Being new here I think what I like is that family feeling and the willingness to accept the thoughts of others. My project (Amber, 1967 coupe) will be as close to original as I can afford to get it but I will still drive it. I will make a few upgrades to help handling and comfort. Better shocks, Better tries, power breaks,  a great sound system, and most of all living in the south AIR CONDITIONING!!!

   Thanks for being who you all are and thanks for making me welcome.

                                                                    Bill

[blue65coupe]

Bill, where is Whispering Pines?  As far as your question, I like 'em all.  Mine is slightly modified with a stock appearance.  I tried to keep it looking like everything may have been factory.  Doesn't mean I don't want to build one up in the future to be fully modified and doesn't mean I don't want a 100% original one.

[abrahamfh]

 Being new here I think what I like is that family feeling and the willingness to accept the thoughts of others. My project (Amber, 1967 coupe) will be as close to original as I can afford to get it but I will still drive it. I will make a few upgrades to help handling and comfort. Better shocks, Better tries, power breaks,  a great sound system, and most of all living in the south AIR CONDITIONING!!!

   Thanks for being who you all are and thanks for making me welcome.

                                                                    Bill

First off, welcome aboard Bill and thanks for the kind words, some here are pretty normal, for the rest of us, well thats where the medication kicks in. LoL!

I will have to say that the goal for Fred from the beginning has been "sleeper". I would like Fred to be as stock looking as possible with some cajones under the hood when I feel like lighting'em up. Once again, welcome aboard.

Look into http://www.opentrackerracingproducts.com and get yourself some roller spring perches from John (his SFix handle is opentracker), best investment/upgrade you will ever make (seriously though, ask around).

[cmayna]

The hot chicks of this forum is what get's me singing.  And they know how to wrench their Mustangs ta boot.



oh and for a little edyoukation:

"Whispering Pines is a residential community of 2400 in the Sandhills of North Carolina, an area well-known for its mild climate and desirable lifestyle. ..."


Bill, great sound system?  Now you are talking my language.

Welcome.