Registration: PHR652F
Chassis: 8T02C196066
Odometer: 3,500
Transmission: Manual
MOT: Exempt
- Possibly the best for sale at this moment
- Huge amount of paperwork
- Complete restoration in Florida
- A complete work of art
Ask any petrolhead what’s the best car chase ever committed to film and you’ll hear all manner of answers; Ronin, Speed Racer, French Connection, Mad Max, Blues Brothers, Vanishing Point, Italian Job, Smokey and the Bandit, Duel, Gone in 60 Seconds, many Bond films… the list goes one. But we reckon one film will crop up more than any other, and that film is ‘Bullitt’. Even if you are too young or stepped off the planet at some point, you really need to see that film. Because there is a very good reason for that, besides the excellent car chase. It’s because there’s cool, and then there’s ‘Steve McQueen in a 1968 Fastback Mustang playing tag with a Dodge Charger on the streets of ‘Frisco cool’! We are not suggesting you go and recreate that scene, although it would be rather good, just don’t think the chaps at the local constabulary would approve, at least professionally, maybe personally they would.
The vendor has very kindly provided the following description:
“Genuine 1968 Fastback
US-built, show-winning 'Bullitt' recreation
New crate 302ci V8 with 5-speed manual transmission
Fully restored cabin
Exceptional condition inside and out
That Highland Green '68 Fastback immediately earned its place at the top table in the hall of iconic movie cars, and remains a huge favourite amongst all generations of car enthusiasts. So much so that Ford were still selling 'Bullitt' special editions of their latest Mustang until a couple of years ago. But, of course, the '68 is the one you want. That's the genuine article, the real McCoy. Anything else is just not quite right.
As luck would have it, the aforementioned "real McCoy" is precisely what we have here. Just take a moment to salivate a bit over the images. It's a bit good, isn't it? Scratch that, this thing is divine.
Built from an original 'C code' 1968 Mustang Fastback in Florida during 2023, the current owner loved it so much that they came back to Blighty with the world's coolest holiday souvenir. There's no arguing with the quality on display here. Full, bare metal respray, new panels, new interior, new crate engine (a deliciously burbly 5-litre V8) and a classic 5-speed manual transmission - it really does hit all the right notes.
Stunningly well restored mechanically and aesthetically, you we rarely see such a well-judged and immaculately presented classic.
History and documentation:
Registered in the UK on 1 March 2024
Purchased from Florida in November 2023
Comprehensively restored in the USA (fully documented)
Built from an original 'C code' car
Many receipts and invoices from the State-side restoration, and from work undertaken since import to the UK
Original US MARTI report
Winner of two gold medals at classic shows in the US (trophies included)
'Highly Recommended' in the Stars and Stripes Show at Tatton Park in July 2024
The new crate engine has just 3,500 miles on it.
Two sets of keys
Full service carried out in March 2026, including brake fluid and coolant renewal
V5 present in owner's name
HPI clear
London ULEZ compliant
Historic vehicle status means it is tax and MOT exempt.
Interior:
Extensively restored with incredible attention to detail, everything is in 'nearly new' condition with huge attention to detail
New door cards and dash pad
New headliner
New black carpets with black Mustang branded rubber over-mats
Beautiful period-style wood rimmed steering wheel and matched gear knob
All of the brightwork in the cabin is truly sumptuous, with no speckling or UV damage on show
The instruments, controls and switchgear are clear and presented in super condition
An additional temperature gauge has been installed for peace of mind
After market 'Retro Sound' radio with Bluetooth fitted - maintaining the period look of the cabin, but offering modem convenience
Steve McQueen signature sticker on the glove box
The boot is generous and features a check-pattern vinyl liner
A full-size spare wheel is present
No faults or issues with the cabin equipment are reported, assuring us that everything works just as it should.
Exterior:
Classic Highland Green paintwork is simply stunning, with no notable marks, chips or blemishes.
All of the bodywork is in excellent condition, with no corrosion, damage or misalignment.
As part of the restoration process, new quarter panels, wings, boot floor and boot lid were all fitted.
All of the external brightwork was replaced with new items during the restoration, unsurprisingly it is in very fine fettle, with no dulling, pitting or speckling we could see
A new front windscreen has also been fitted
New door handles and locks have been fitted
In January 2024 the car was fully treated underneath with Lanoguard
The underside of the car is in outstanding condition, with not a hint of corrosion or damage - you may see new cars that don't look this good underneath.
Genuine 15-inch American Racing Equipment Torque Thrust alloy wheels, with dark grey centres and polished barrels / lips - all are in uncommonly good condition
The wheels are shod in a matched set of BF Goodrich tyres with white lettering, good tread depth and no sidewall damage or wear we could identify.
Mechanical:
The engine bay is immaculately presented and belies the car's years
Custom Steve McQueen plaque in the engine bay
ATK high-performance crate 302ci VS (5 litre) with just 3,500 miles on it
The engine is rated from new at 240bhp / 325lb-ft
4-barrel 600cfm Holley carburettor with electric choke
The car was originally an automatic, but has been converted to manual
Refurbished 5-speed Tremec manual transmission, new clutch
Refurbished rear axle
The restoration included the following: new springs, dampers, brake lines, suspension arms, front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, standard twin exhaust, fuel tank, American Auto wiring loom
Aluminium intake manifold
4-row aluminium radiator
Billet aluminium engine pulleys
Aftermarket air-conditioning system by Vintage Air.”
We would like to think you are getting to know how good this example is. It comes with a lot of paperwork including invoices and receipts (both from the USA and here in the UK), the original build details, details and instructions of lots of the new parts fitted, spare keys, the original ownership details from the US, along with a UK V5 and a clear HPi report. It carries on with a collection of trophies and winners’ medals from shows, and a photo album showing the restoration. The vendor is a little coy about the amount of money invested in this beautiful Mustang, but suggests that it is in excess of £100,000. Looking at it, that doesn’t seem enough, but there you go. This is a turn key example that would appear to be as close to perfection as you can get.
We aways recommend viewing a Lot you may be thinking about, it’s an important thing to do to satisfy yourself you are happy with everything you are thinking of buying. In this case just come any way! This is a rare example in every way and needs to be seen to appreciate it properly. If you like movie cars, we also have a Dodge Charger in this Auction too - the other car in that legendary film ‘Bullitt’. Maybe you could buy both, now there’s the perfect collection right there!
