65' backup light question

[abrahamfh]

It might sound like a really dumb question but needed to double check. Did all 65' Mustangs come with the backup lights? Selene's lower rear valance has two 1/8" holes vertically drilled into it on each side but there is no electrical wiring that seems to be in the area. Really appreciate the help guys and gals.
Abe

 

[Midlife]

Backup lights were not required by Federal Law until the 1966 model. Before then, it was an option.

 

[DEL65]

That's right. Back up lights and rear seat belts were an option in 1965. Mine came with neither of them. I do like the looks of the rear valance w/o the lights.

 

[cmayna]

Red did not have backup lights so I installed them before I had the car repainted.

Before:

After:

 

[Starfury]

I like them on cars without the GT exhaust trumpets, but I think the valence gets cluttered with both trumpets and backup lights.

 

[abrahamfh]

Red did not have backup lights so I installed them before I had the car repainted.

Before:

After:

Was it a tough install Craig? I really like the look of either having the exhaust cutouts or the backup lights. (Leaning more towards the backup lights)

 

[cmayna]

I made paper templates from another valance. Rumor has it I still have them too. Yes a little work but I just didn't want to buy a repro valance so one winter night..........