1965 Mustang Fastback: Throttle Therapy | Petrolicious

Looking for a car to match his personality-which he describes as “aggressively way too loud”-Nathan Cali heeded the call of the Ford Mustang’s V8 siren song. His first was a 1966 that he bought for $1,500 when he was 15 years old. As Nathan puts it, “It was a bad idea. But it didn’t matter to me, because I owned it, I loved it, and it became a part of me.” He spent a few years with the ’66, repairing some aspect of it every other week-“four of five days of pure joy followed by four or five of pure frustration”-until he found filmmaking and took a break from wrenching on Mustangs. Eventually the desire for another one took hold, and Nathan set out to find a ’65 Fastback.
Nathan connected with this one in particular, which had a single owner for the three decades prior. It was hard for the owner to let go of a car that had been with him for so long and would remain in his memory forever, but after seeing Nathan’s enthusiasm for it, he figured the car could start another chapter of its life with another person who cared for it as much as he had. Since it’s been in Nathan’s possession, the Fastback has gone through a mild round of restomodding to get the most out of the experience without sacrificing the car’s 1960s American provenance.
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[@orwelltheorem]

One of the most beautiful cars of all time. Thanks to Petrolicious for bringing us these cars and their amazing owners.

[@antazur3983]

In my opinion, the most beautiful car ever made

[@julianholm7531]

Antazur ‘67 is a little better in my opinion

[@kenster865]

Yuppers... I'm in violent agreement. This car was a great driving investment. Perfect in every way.

[@SalvatoreCaruso24]

A really humble guy, love his passion and his commitment.

[@mrme4507]

No Bluetooth needed. This car has its own sound track !!!

[@PuraCarsDetail]

Yes, this car is proof that money can buy hapiness! ... and legos!!

[@VL1975]

All these great car stories from rich people. Must be nice to be rich. Not a Mustang guy, but that's a gorgeous car.

[@Fruittit3660]

Pura - Cars & Detail yes 👏 my dream car

[@PuraCarsDetail]

@@Fruittit3660 😍😎

[@deborahchesser7375]

VL123 no doubt, I’d have a building full of bikes,cars, classic semi’s, yes, $$$ can buy happiness! Wake up every day and go hmm, what should I play with today. I wouldn’t be mad.

[@rawsko0316]

Lots n lots of big boy legos!!

[@angeloc3842]

This spoke to me on so many levels. I just turned 40 & the first car I bought in high school was a 66 mustang. I was obsessed with them. It broke down constantly but I truly loved it. My goal had always been to have a 70 fastback. Two weeks before my 30th birthday I found one and bought it. By that time I was making some pretty good money and had made a lot of awesome progress on that car. I drove it for years until I was involved in a 5 car pile up. I was able to save the car but I lost all motivation for working on it. Sadly she hasn’t moved in years. Hopefully soon I’ll find my fire again

[@pegrathwol]

Great video! I'm five years into restoring my 65 mustang coupe. The longer I own her, and the more I modify and upgrade her, the more I realize most of the fun is in the journey. There's something just so visceral and raw about driving a mustang that's over 50 years old compared to a modern car; the sound, the smell, the simplicity of using a hand crank to roll down the window. Nothing like the therapy of driving and working on her. This vid captures that. Well done sir.

[@user-wo1ur5tz9d]

Definitely. The process of modifying, fixing and tuning the car seems to be the happiest moments as well

[@mattyice9923]

I had a 75 corvette i unfortunately sold last summer. I tell you man the sound of old muscle cars is just…perfect. That “chug chug chug chug” so fuckin cool

[@thorandmoljnir]

I've never been a Ford guy but I've always been fond of the 64-1/2 to 70 Mustangs. they really nailed the Pony car design. Love the fastbacks especially.

[@joshpittman2939]

It is one of the only fords that I would buy that and the early bronco

[@bellowsjeep3999]

This story strikes a nerve with me for sure. I can so relate to his story. It actually brought a little tear to my eye, because it’s exactly what my old Z28 does for me. Although I’m still in the process of restoring it, I share the same feelings. Great story, thanks for sharing!

[@franktorrez5643]

i Know the feeling i have an 96 with some goodies she has balls

[@chaddelong998]

same here brother. 1967 charger. alum head 440. needs trans work to be trustable. looooong story behind her. we have seen some things together. now family life keeps her in the shadows. her name is Betty. (Betty Page) she will rise again. old cars have soul. personality that can raise pure joy and ridiculous scorn. stay in the fight, it will always be worth it. cheers!

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Agreed

[@robertfayette4877]

An automotive Nirvana with a perfect plate. As good as it gets ! Thanks Nat for sharing your therapy.

[@jasongilbert2379]

I've owned my 65 fastback for 17 yrs now. Bought it when I was 23 from an 89 yr old lady... best decision I ever made!!!

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

Bought my 65 fastback in February of this year from an 81 year old lady, feel the same way!

[@jpp9846]

"I am the owner of a car I appreciate and love driving" Sign, Every Mustang Owner Great Video👍

[@paulm6481]

Still beautiful after all these years. What a great design inside and out. So pure.

[@adamsantos5649]

The narrations and meaning of this video is breathtaking, I know nothing of this man or who he is, but I was wiping away tears before it ended, beautiful in every aspect..

[@albertsantosTP]

Hey I’ve seen this car at cars and coffee Malibu. It’s awesome to hear the owners story and to see this beautiful car on here.

[@billrbca]

Early fastback has the best lines

[@BadBlonde-CarHistory]

absolutely

[@joshpittman2939]

Change our mind

[@whenvioletsturngrey9597]

The perfect mustang body. Indestructible 289. Four on the floor. Can’t improve that too much.

[@branon6565]

My dream car, an absolutely beautiful Ford.....

[@colbyturner9573]

I've always told myself my first car will be a classic. I will get a classic, fix it, continue to drive it for 60 years

[@eddierools]

I love the fact he even has the LEGO kit of the car he drives, it shows he truly does love his ride! Much respect to this man.

[@rubencura1112]

in 1969 I was 17 years old when a move to Boston, then one day I met a car that had a pony in front of it so I star walked around it for a few minutes and someone, as passed, said is a 67 Mustang 289. and that was all I fell in love. today I'm 69 and still in love with a mustang. Years later with my 67 Mustang 289, I drove from Boston, Mass to my hometown Rosario Provincia de Santa Fe, Argentina. I remember paying 900 dollars for my friend. So I put 4 new wheels I did a tuneup new breaks new spark plugs and nothing else. I dove two and a half days to the border of Mexico. from that point was the journey of life together with my faithful friend 67 mustangs. God bless Mr. ford.

[@kenxiong6830]

Fastbacks are always welcomed on this channel!!! Love the video

[@johnmeegan5492]

Thank you Nick - I have a '66 fastback and you've perfectly described my own connection with the car and how I feel every time I drive it.

[@rampagedingo]

This is why I like old cars. You cant explain the feeling of owning an old car.

[@hiramabiff885]

When I was 11 years-old an elderly neighbor came home with a Silver Frost 1965 Fastback with blue pony interior. All the guys on the street would stand on the curb across the street and just stare it her. The neighbor called her his "Little Filly." In late 2013 I began building a resto-mod Silver Frost 2+2 with Tremec 5-Speed racing transmission, four wheel disc brakes and a heavily upgraded interior with seats paying homage to the GT40. Two and a half years later she was done. At 67 years-old having owned countless sporting automobiles including an original AC Cobra, I say without reservation my Mustang is the best, most sensual B-Road car I have ever driven. I regret you cannot post photos on KZbin comments. Funny how you come home and realize what you missed along the way.

[@jeffreygarcia874]

I know exactly how you feel about your stang. I own a 67 fastback and am always doing something to it . This obsession started 35 years ago when I bought my car for $100.00 . It was in a backyard with tall weeds grown around it. I knew it was a fastback but wasn't as knowledgeable as I've become on em. Turns out it was a 67 gta fastback . I've also owned a 65 fastback which I've also enjoyed for many years. My heart though is with the 67 fastback. I've also got a collection of about 100 plus hot wheels and johnny lighting and other brands of nothing but mustang fastbacks. So believe me, I know your passion.

[@AutoXandTrack]

Who doesn’t love a first gen Mustang fastback! This and a 69 Camaro are the epitome of Classic American Muscle cars!

[@kemosabegt350geuss6]

Only somebody who is living it could understand it . Love your time machine since I have one of 1970 vintage. As long as you drive that machine you will be "forever young".

[@deborahchesser7375]

I begged my Dad to keep our 67’ coupe for me when I got old enough to drive, but nope. That put a 60’s Mustang on my bucket list, I have to find one, time is getting short. Thanks for bringing back great memories ✌️🇺🇸

[@markcook3570]

I feel the same way about my 68 Tr- 250,,,My mobile time machine has a body and soul that new cars will ''NEVER'' have.I dont even have to have a destination when I'm driving her. Bliss that never gets old

[@sirjames3494]

Any Mustang from the 60’s is always beautiful and awesome inside and out. My personal favourite is the 1968

[@richardjohnson7638]

Love the vintage hood scoop, GT fog lamps, high-end cobra wood steering wheel, rally pack, and especially the ‘66 instrument panel which has the circular speedometer front and center instead of the 64-1/2 - ‘65 which have the linear setup. Torque thrust wheels are boss. Giddy up!! 🔥🏁😎👍🏼

[@darrentaylor556]

I own a 65 Fastback since 1978, Caspian Blue, White interior, 347 Stroker, 500HP, 4 WPDB, 389 Detroit Locker all the Shelby Mod's. It can safely rev to 7,500. It is the 227th Mustang produced at the San Jose plant, oh and it is my first car

[@TheNutzandBoltz]

I have a 66 GT convertible that is 99% original. You have just inspired me to put the Shelby stripes down the middle. Of course it will be 3M film. Beautiful fastback.

[@reymas7749]

You took the words outta my mouth brother. By the grace of God I’ve been driving my dream car a 69 Mach 1. She is my therapy.

[@basithph8958]

Got to love classic American muscle like the Mustang🇺🇸

[@cashmoney7660]

I love his passion for his Mustang! My first mustang was a 1967 GT fastback in candy apple red into which I swapped it 428 CJ 4speed. That was 45 years ago. That car was so iconic and I loved it but I have one of the new GT 350 mustangs and I have to admit it’s my all-time favorite!

[@Kiwing4lyfe]

The music, the editing, the story are just perfect

[@steves4639]

I know mustangs are common and therefore dismissed by many, but it was such a car geared towards having fun...really one of the first american cars to ever be just for that reason. the fact that it was inexpensive and could be practical as a daily (which eliminates the corvette) only made it more appealing. And you could make it your own...whatever form you wanted it to be. I luv my '70 Mach...you are engaged with it when you drive...no sitting back and letting the car do the work. It is a lot of fun. and the guy in the vid is a true car guy...when part of your being needs to feel the mechanical connection. Non-car people can not ever understand. so the combo of a fun car and a car guy...makes it all worthwhile. great vid, thx

[@evanvukets8035]

66 coupe was my first car and it too met an untimely end when I was tboned by someone who was on their phone and not paying attention. I also have a 65 fastback that I daily so I really resonate with the owner’s story. These cars are so therapeutic, really nothing like owning a classic

[@nickpappas4133]

What a beautiful car,one to be proud of.

[@NafaratMiyaMiya]

That iconic look, that beautiful rumble, just such an emotional car... I totally get it. Awesome story!

[@michelleleeginger5225]

Mustang definitely evokes an emotion ❤

[@charliesierra6919]

The Mustang has soul. Both my 93' coupe 5.0 and my 14' GT do in fact. Great story.

[@denniswashburn9662]

Me, too. Me, too. I’ve had mine 15 years now. It is a part of me. Listening to your commentary was like my thoughts being projected on this screen. Well done with your video. 👍🏼

[@chriscarbaugh3936]

What a great car. The stance is perfect, just a nice combination of performance, upgrades and pure drivability. This is completely on most restomod cars. Just perfect!

[@romuloyremo7160]

....... finally a worthwhile car. "Thanks." 👍

[@grifo327]

True Petrolicious ! Just love it when you guys get it right. The passion about the car is everything.

[@billybo889]

The 1965 fastback is such a great car. It has it all. The history, beauty, race heritage, and most importantly the soul. They live and breathe..

[@antazur3983]

Without any doubt, the most beautiful car ever made

[@pjo113]

I relate to this guy. I bought my 1st car, a Caspian Blue 65 mustang from the original owner for 2000$ back in high school in 1994, sadly sold it to buy a more practical car for college. Fast forward 24 years later after we parted ways in 1996, and I want to own a classic mustang again. Thanks so much for making this video. It made my day.

[@kylesimon]

Every time I watch a petrolicious video I shed a tear... man I love cars

[@ArthurSperotto]

I can't believe this dude is driving around a '65 Mustang on RE-71r's... that's insane!

[@rerikm]

Arthur Sperotto why tho?

[@jo23bulls]

@@rerikm He's basically a step away from driving on slicks.

[@Miatacrosser]

Cures ill handling cars in a heartbeat

[@Miatacrosser]

@@jo23bulls not hardly. I've raced cars on both. Not even in the same zip code dude.

[@AutoXandTrack]

There is a large group of us driving upgraded classic American cars on RE-71s and other 200 TW tires and running them hard at the track and/or autocross!

[@stevemehan7276]

I need a Mustang in my life again!

[@PD3a11]

If you have to explain it to people...they’ll never understand it. Great car.

[@tomnekuda3818]

1965 Mustang Fastback.....my favorite car of all times. I, too, was nearly seriously hurt or killed in one of these.....a 289 with two little 4 bbls. What a beautiful car you have there.

[@emirafiq5358]

Tears ran down my face. Such an amazing story

[@adamdelarozza1985]

A 66' Mustang coupe was my first car, bought it at 19 years old and felt very much like you do . The 289 V8 and the new Mustang were the perfect match , once you feel those ponies and hear that motor rev out, it makes you long for them old days! Great Video. 😎 Oh and Btw, yep, i still have my V8 Coupe in my garage!

[@rawsko0316]

What a beautiful story. I know exactly how he feels. I'll be putting my therapy vehicle back on the road very shortly. Thank you for the vid, I'm teary eyed.

[@Porkycheun]

Cool car, cool owner, cool story... True passion!

[@amac8487]

Such a beauty... Glad it belongs to a rightful owner

[@garyvoll4103]

Watching this video was therapy for my mind. Very clean beautiful car Thank you.

[@tejtanay]

The guy who maintained it for 30 years deserved to do this review .

[@marcscordato4385]

Split window corvette and original mustangs my 2 favorite American cars of all time.

[@Feledwards]

Marc Scordato 63 Split Window Stingray, pure beauty!

[@stevebarcanic9388]

Well done. Enjoyable story that I can completely relate to. I had a 1968 Camaro as my first car, and I will own one again in the future. Only a true car lover can understand the therapeutic experience of driving a machine that creates so much joy.

[@neilduckmanton715]

One of my all time favourites and a beautiful example. Don't mind admitting I'm more than a tad jealous, but also always happy to see someone worthy of owning one actually realise their dream and get to enjoy it.

[@megataurus7779]

Beautiful car and someone who really appreciates it

[@chrisR97]

Amazing video. I just bought my 4th mustang. Nothing makes me feel better than going for a ride in one.

[@Feledwards]

That’s a beautiful fastback.

[@gegu256]

Awesome ! Those old V8 pushroad engines sounds great !

[@steveindorset]

What an absolute beauty!

[@drewsky1967]

One of the best cars made! Great video

[@minatormyth]

I love the American car & motorcycle culture so much, I am jealous of it. Great video, great passion. 🤗

[@Equalizedby12]

Big fan of Petrolicious & the videos. I will say hands down, this is the best story, car & film I have seen on Petrolicious. The owner of this car seems humble, connected with the car & the story he told almost made the viewer feel like we own the car. Loved the parts about his story that he wanted to pay homage to the previous owner, with the upgrade he did; something you don't see often. Great video, Love the fastback 65 and that sound! Being in Los Angeles only made it even more a special story! thank you for this share---

[@gungfuriceboy]

Nathan..Is 'CAR CRAZY' like Many Million's of US!! Enjoy! Drive Often!!!..It Is Our 'Therapy'!!!...

[@UrbanoModa]

The 35 people that thumbs down this video didnt watch and feel the connection and story, great film and story, nice honest story

[@PeteyBird]

This is the best LEGO advertisement ever

[@nickefgen9219]

Beautiful mustang, I’ve got a 1967 fastback that I’ve owned for 35 years it’s my first car that I’ve had since high school

[@Jason_903]

Beautiful car fixing to buy my first old mustang 67 fastback numbers can’t wait

[@davidp605]

Another brilliantly made video. Always ignites my passion for cars

[@adamdelarozza1985]

Fastbacks & Convertibles!I have the 66' V8 Coupe; that's the redheaded middle stepchild that everyone ignores.😥lol

[@medihedayati9132]

Another great clip. Thank you

[@mr.worldwide4037]

Hands down my favorite car here. And ever.

[@richardclark1374]

You drive the coolest car ever. I wanted one of these when I was in my teens but couldn't really afford and fastbacks were even hard to find in late 70's. Life happened prices went up and... I got an S197, 2009 and it's is close as you can get in today's world. It is a cool car too.

[@mattfox9246]

Your video is the best thing I've seen on KZbin in a long time--thank you!

[@MrToadColorado]

I love this video. This guys rocks. As a Mustang nut in the 80's, I totally understand this guy. A Black 65/66 fastback 4-speed is a great choice, a beautiful car and he has done a wonderful job. A real quality video too. I like the stripe on the black, a stunning car to run into on the road. After buying a several Mustangs in the 80's I kept one that I restored the past year. Now have a totally restored nightmist blue '67 fastback GT (replica) 4 speed. But a resto-mod -- 347 stroker/425hp ; 4WD disc; eaton posi; big pipes/headers; fuel injection/electronic ignition, and staggered wheels. I got the same Coy wheels as this dude which are cool! My car looks stock, but don't try me on the road, punk in an STI! Not a daily driver like this '65, but a road warrior for an aging man to take out on the roads on the weekend. This guy gets it, these cars are not for utility drivers, but people that appreciate the experience and style and enjoyment of driving a car that has character and are willing to accept the loss of some modern conveniences for the enjoyment. Its worth it. Happy New Year!

[@ddssgaming8987]

One of the best videos in this channel so far, to commemorate the most iconic muscle car of all time. Than you!

[@Miatacrosser]

Greatest muscle car of all time that wasn't a muscle car.

[@ddssgaming8987]

@@Miatacrosser Isn't that very controversial? The use of the word muscle car diverged through the years to include Mustangs, as they are technically considered ''pony cars".

[@jodyandmichelle1]

Probably the most beautiful car in the world.

[@ninoellison7793]

Brilliant...love the passion!

[@jeffreyalexander7504]

beautiful to look at!

[@johnnichols9056]

Love the Mulholland road map on the vent window, a great hill climb course to run if you can getaway with it!!

[@nicholasbryan2041]

you guys deserve a series

[@bodieb1233]

Perfection. Thanks for sharing.

[@vanncarter6391]

The 65 is the best look fastback. The square front with the sleek roof is immaculate

[@Captain-Nostromo]

The most beautiful car ever made 😎

[@glorious_help]

This guys passion is something no tesla owner will ever understand. haha

[@johnnichols9056]

The 2nd car on my bucket list after a 289 GT40 from 65/66, ironic, the same engine, proves what Ford and Shelby could do!

[@jarronellis5801]

Awesome ride

[@c3dk]

Nice ride, glad to see that you enjoy it so much !

[@tomm6789]

Beautiful car.Like your mags.👍👍👍

[@Raider21xx]

37 Prius drivers disliked this video 😂

[@iDigress77times]

Yup

[@rickhunter6513]

Or Camaro drivers 🤔

[@Big.Ron1]

Let the eat dust and cuss. We know who is happy!