Build a 1967-68 Fastback Mustang for $6000.

Always wanted a classic Fastback Mustang? Here is how you can affordably build one.
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[@ScottHarness1]

I have just published an illustrated parts guide book complete with pro tips, illustrations, measurements, and parts numbers. You can download it here: coupetofastback.gumroad.com/l/fjoxw

[@IronMaiden13]

Scott Harness: I have a 1967 True 200 cid Secretary's Mustang. How, Easy or Difficult to remove the body?

[@guysumpthin2974]

For a guy who said he’s not gonna waste your time, you wasted a-lot of time repeatedly saying what your not going to say , first quarter of the video is nothing

[@Rays_Bad_Decisions]

You can lien sale a car and get a title or get a tow company to help you do it in more restrictive states

[@jacobsnider4549]

Definitely please continue this series! I’m 22 and my dad is 53, I’ve always wanted to be able to build and give him a 68 fastback for his 60th birthday/retirement. This is a way I could get that done!!

[@ScottHarness1]

What a great goal!!! I will be posting one a week maybe two. Thank you for the interest!

[@ScottHarness1]

New video just up. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zEZJWqbLilqdE

[@user-ki7xo1ty8r]

I am a fourth-grade Korean student majoring in mechanical engineering. I am planning to stay in Canada for a year to build an Eleanor based on the first generation Mustang Coupe and bring it to Korea. The budget is $50,000. Currently I am watching a lot of restoration videos and getting motivated. Thank you for your great videos.

[@ScottHarness1]

That’s awesome. Post pictures when you get started! Praying for you.

[@edgarzavala1436]

Please continue with the series! Im definitely interested in doing this. Im always eager to learn all there is about these fastbacks. Finally someone willing to educate about this process

[@ScottHarness1]

Absolutely! New video will be up every Monday!

[@ScottHarness1]

Just posted another video in this series today. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zEZJWqbLilqdE

[@hudsonsolutions5289]

Do it!! I'm giving a 70 Mach 1 to my father for his 70th next month

[@Jared_DaVinci]

Man you're so cool...God Bless The 67 Fastback is my dreamcar and you've encouraged 10x more to aquire one.......Much love

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you my friend!!!! If I can help answer questions or whatever let me know.

[@97warlock]

the following year.......69 they knocked it outta the park. cant believe they would try to recreate this but not the iconic legend that was 69 fb

[@michaelbarry1486]

This is awesome!…I’m really looking forward to following this channel and hopefully maybe getting my dream car using these methods! thanks!

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you! You can do it!

[@ryanshaw8193]

I like it. Seems pretty accurate, look forward to future videos!

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you! There are more to come. Think it’ll really help the learning curve for the conversion.

[@Ghost_mx5]

This is awesome! I didn't even know you could convert a coupe to fastback and the fastback is my dream car. I was just gonna settle for a notch back but now I'm definitely gonna try this when I get one

[@ScottHarness1]

Yes, it is absolutely the best way to have an incredible Fastback!

[@Frankthebank761]

Subscribed. Man I’ve wanted a fastback forever but don’t think I’ll ever save the money to get one. Thank you for this!!

[@ScottHarness1]

The conversion is seriously the most economical way and it is much less difficult than most believe.

[@beargonepanic]

Keep it coming Scott! Interested to see your pov on converting. Agreed the FB vin’s are out of control (I’ve seen $30k for rust bucket rollers!) although we’ll see if that holds once inflation levels out again. Used autos are +40% vs last year! 🤯 Great time to build cheap and sell high

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you Alex, you are absolutely right. The high valuation of Fastbacks makes the conversion so much more viable.I hope I can flatten the learning curve so the average joe can tackle it.

[@BruceLee-xn3nn]

It's absolute BS on prices of rust bucket FBs and Chargers. 9 times out of 10 you go to look at one and it's at a mobile home meth lab.

[@FjS-ee5if]

Owning a fastback was always a dream of mines , this is perfect

[@ScottHarness1]

Seriously this is a way to make it happen.

[@GILMARinTx]

I love the fast forward feature on this app!

[@briancassette9680]

You appear to be GENUINELY passionate about these builds. That’s rare in todays social media platforms. Subscribed.

[@ScottHarness1]

We’ll thank you! That’s super encouraging!

[@julioarenas8476]

​@@ScottHarness1 good morning Sir, do you do any of these conversations for anyone else.

[@Shamus505]

I've been on the fence about doing this simply because I'm a beginner. I am now going to give it a shot

[@ScottHarness1]

With the information in so many of these videos and a community of help here you can do this!

[@johngranato2673]

I have owned my current FB since 1992. I love it

[@houseofoctane4051]

Happy I found this great video, I just purchased a coup and that same fastback kit, definitely need all the info I can find

[@ScottHarness1]

Yes! I will be posting a video each week showing the process in hopes that I can save you time and money!

[@Boostyboys1]

This was always my dream car, rather go the coupe way and build it like you did🔥

[@ScottHarness1]

Absolutely! I think my goal with these videos was to show how common people like us that it is very possible to have a fastback. Thanks for the comment and feedback!

[@carolettajames5471]

My husband is so lucky. He has a 69 FB in the garage...... its so nice.

[@ScottHarness1]

Yes! They are getting harder and harder to find that are in good shape.

[@floydhawkins8924]

Looking forward to the build

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you!!! You guys really make it worth it.

[@CMOSX]

Glad you’re doing this series. Question, will this series be on building up to just a roller? I can understand that just being 7k min.

[@ScottHarness1]

My plan is to complete the build of the 1968 with the same theme, affordable, street-able build. I’m toying around at converting a 1965 coup to fastback as well…

[@hunterscott7592]

Subscribed!!! Looking to do one of these next year

[@ScottHarness1]

It really is much more in the reach of people than dropping the cash a VIN fastback is getting now.

[@user-bc7xk9hg1k]

Looking forward to this! At 22 (1977) i bought mine. Red/red 67 GT 390 4 spd. Pass everything but a gas station. Paid $1085. Yeah. Loved that car

[@ScottHarness1]

I think all of us have those memories and that’s maybe what motivates us to build one.

[@Roundbeeman]

I hit a home run a year ago i found a barn find 65 2 + 2 manufacturer daye is September 18 1964 so it is one of the first few weeks of fastback production. Solid numbers matching car. C code 4 speed. The intior looks almost new. No rips no tears no cracks in dash. 10k the older gentleman i got it from didn't know the current market price or this car would have cost 30k

[@ScottHarness1]

That is an incredible deal. Always a good investment.

[@gilbertsanchez9953]

Hi Scott definitely going to follow you i just bought myself i believe a California special 1968 coupe GT with original A/C power steering and foglamps 289 engine

[@ScottHarness1]

Man that's great, welcome to the family. We'll all learn a lot along the way I bet. Thank you.

[@woodwelder]

Hey looking forward to the A to Z FB project!!!

[@marin.cioban]

Keep it rolling mate !

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you!!!

[@benjaminjacobs8483]

Peterson Restoration has fastback shells ready for paint and assembly. He charges 32 k and they have Vins to match

[@Obby_Unsk]

I’m going to do this, just trying to decide between mechanic school or auto collision school (my main focus is on sheet metal since I want a reliable car with a unique body)

[@themeatnpotatoes]

💯 correct on rusty fastbacks being expensive as hell. From California looking nationwide

[@ScottHarness1]

It has done nothing but gotten worse. Today just titles are valuable.

[@jimbutler9076]

Thanks for your information

[@pstreetgarage7304]

Love to see more.

[@ScottHarness1]

I am uploading a new video tomorrow!

[@pstreetgarage7304]

@@ScottHarness1 Awesome

[@daviddavis9411]

Got a couple here for 2500 good shape roller it's rough in a few places but I feel as I stood it it was raining and driving and some 1 took it all part it need a few sheet metal it was thinking about making a fast back but your so right about cost to Profit ratio Looking to make money off this car eventually

[@ScottHarness1]

Seriously the conversion is the most profitable solution. It’s getting even better as Fastbacks continue to climb in value.

[@jjmommelcollins3877]

Thanks Pastor Scott, I traded a 4post lift for a 68 and 67 coupe and they are ROUGH, but not to be dissuaded I’m going forward the coupe for my wife and the fastback conversion for me, I was an aircraft mechanic for years before switching to HVAC, yes I know your asking why, another story another time. I love the Lord and wanted more time for Him, anyways thank you for this series, most videos just gloss over the actual process and for a knuckle dragged like me I need things explained to me like a six year old. Oh by the way my name is Bennie Collins and I’m the cofounder of Smoky Mountain Stangs in Sevierville Tennessee I have had a few mustangs and think these cars are the best.

[@ScottHarness1]

I love it! Two GREAT projects. Keep me updated on your progress. Is Smoky Mountain Stangs a local group or is it open beyond local? I looked it up on FB and I think you guys are a local group. I bet driving through the Smoky Mountains would be an incredible trip in a vintage mustang mod.

[@jjmommelcollins3877]

@@ScottHarness1 I think so to, we do a lot of cruises, come visit you won’t be disappointed, I approved your membership on Facebook, and we’re excited to see more videos about the mustangs and your ministry. Thanks again for the great content.

[@ScottHarness1]

@@jjmommelcollins3877 Thank you for the add, I think a bucket list deal would be after I get my car finished to come and do a run with you guys!

[@JA-sm9zf]

Hi, great info! Thanks!! For sharing

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you.

[@howtosoccer5085]

How does somebody who says “I won’t waste your time!” And “I’ll get right into it!” Numerous times within the first minute of the video take so long to get into the actual topic of the video 😂

[@ScottHarness1]

If you think watching a video is hard don’t even try this Mustang conversion. It’ll take way more than a minute! 😜

[@JohnChrysostom101]

Scott Gotem lol

[@pgl1824]

Scott, love your videos! Where would I find a fastback like the ones you build available for purchase already built.

[@ScottHarness1]

I see them on Marketplace from time to time. A buildable fastback is in the $20-30k range.

[@markothwriter]

If you can, find Mercury Cougars. Same as a Mustang, but more unique. Otherwise, this way of building a fastback makes a lot of sense.

[@patrickdermann51]

Actually already have a 67 coupe and am doing this. I also have a wrecked 2012 i am kicking around the idea about using the roller front end frame and floorboard under it

[@patrickdermann51]

Will definitely be watching. Haven’t order conversion kit yet

[@ScottHarness1]

Next video will go up Monday, it’s about selecting the right coup to convert but I am working on a video on what exactly you need to order for the conversion. It should be out in a couple weeks. Wait for it before you order, there are things you don’t need and can save you a ton. There are also ways to couple any other big parts and save big on shipping.

[@drewschumann1]

​@@ScottHarness1 coupe, not coup

[@05ecofire]

Thank you I really enjoy your videos. They’re extremely insightful and inspiring. I know your videos talk about 67 - 68 fastback conversions, but would the general principles and layout be the same for 69? Would you happen to have any information on doing this to a 69? Also, if you would happen to have any part breakdowns , recommendations, or anything along those lines, it would be a huge help, and I would be extremely grateful. I’m having trouble finding much information on conversion for 69 Thank you.

[@ScottHarness1]

Everything would apply, but the 69 is a different car so there would be some variances. If you already own a coupe of that year it might be worth it but I still see 1969 fastbacks that are reasonable.

[@05ecofire]

Any recommendations on where to look? Websites etc. I haven’t been able to find anything around my area. Thank you

[@RandySowell]

Hi Scott, I have been watching your video's and would like to have the list you were showing about what to look for in buying the right coupe.

[@ScottHarness1]

Hey Randy, I’ve made a complete guide out of it and you can get a copy of that here: coupetofastback.gumroad.com/l/ihntlv

[@joannekimble4436]

Any chance you have a recommendation for a shop in my area to undertake this project? I live in Virginia Beach, VA. Love the videos. Thanks

[@ScottHarness1]

Unfortunately I don't. Shops are really hard to find. So sorry...

[@nikkosandoval7006]

First off, awesome videos! Own a 68 coupe and I’m looking to do this conversion. Located in Southern California, do you know any shops here that offer this type of work?

[@ScottHarness1]

I don't really know of a shop in your area. I have thought about building a network of shops that do the conversion that I could recommend in various areas but haven't gotten that nailed down yet.

[@chrisfegan3475]

I dig the idea

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you! It's the best way to have a fastback...

[@pantera01971]

Being the owner of a real fb that I recently restored I find this topic interesting. I agree with everything you have said in this video except that you failed to rake in to account all of the unique fb parts that you would need to acquire for the conversion that you likely would already have with the real fb. Glass, window trim, interior pieces, etc. Not needing any of this for my car I'm not sure what all this would cost but it has to added to the cost. What do you think it would cost to completely finish one of these conversions?

[@ScottHarness1]

Most if the sub $20k Fastbacks I find have tons of missing parts. It’s hit or miss how much glass or interior there will be at that price point. Just looked at a 1967 FB that was $18k no glass, one door missing, no interior no front fenders, rusted rear quarters. The valuation of FB’s is on the rise. That makes the conversion even more of a good idea. As far as completing the car It really depends on the builder. If the builder wants to really try to do a fastback clone they can but so many who go this route aren’t trying to make a duplicate fastback as much a having the fastback body style and modify the rest. Most want a fastback that they can drive and not be in a car that $50k and up. For me I’m doing a very modified car with tons of modern components. My objective and budget is finished and driving for under $20k.

[@vit8250]

I am a regular joe and I want to build a fastback mustang. Thank you!

[@ScottHarness1]

You can do it!

[@morrissaenz8300]

Yes continue

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you!

[@michaelpassionsgarage356]

Scott, your on the money with your knowledge...I'm in Cali and my buddy owns over a 100 original mustangs and fastbacks, 25k for a roller is only if your lucky loll, real mustang guys won't argue with you because they know what you know, only the trolls talk smack. I have a 69 coupe and a 67 cougar, and their both amazing. great work on the build

[@OfficialXPage]

Are any of those 100 for sale. Im looking to buy a 65-67 fastback asap. Has the run great tho. But not perfect exterior. But preferably a straight body. Doesnt need to have a paint job

[@michaelpassionsgarage356]

@@OfficialXPage yes they are. Absolutely...look up MustangMD out in Castaic CA, his name is Paul. Tell him I sent you,

[@ScottHarness1]

Absolute facts!

[@jasoncrandall]

Great video.

[@chrisshapardon1640]

Interested, keep going.

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you!!

[@dukewilliams8050]

Scott I live in SLC I’m driving over to Lost Socket as we speak!

[@ScottHarness1]

Great guys, tell them I said hey.

[@williadawilliams]

Hi Scott. I really enjoyed your coupe and fastback conversion. I am the average guy, some mechanical skills but not enough to do any cutting nor do I have the space. The garage house my wife's RR and my '18 GT PP1. My dad owned a 67 FB when I was young and that's how I became in love with mustangs. I was going to trade my "18 for the "24 Dar horse until I saw your video. I'm not gonna lie, I wish that I had the time to enjoy the satisfaction of doing this my self, but that's not reality. I work 8-5 and I don't have the time to do such a time consuming project. If you're married like me, you know that other priorities come first. I would rather the experts do such detailed and persist work for me. Like you mentioned, I could get someone to do the body (conversion), the suspension, brake system, drive train, and I would like to put a new coyote w/ 10speed in it. Also, I would like to put the '18+ dash and interior inside. I 'm thinking the interior could be got from a wrecked parts car. Excluding paint and wheels/tires, how much do you think this can be done for? roughly.

[@ScottHarness1]

Hey Friend, The market for conversions is really complex presently. I'm going to paint with a broad brush with this answer. The conversion all in at a shop is $10-$12k that should include parts. That is a simple conversion and does not include floor pans, floor supports, or any other metal work. All of that would be extra. I have no idea where to start with the drivetrain, but I would estimate $12-15k for that. The finish work on the car such as body work and paint, windows, interior, wiring and such could be another $10k or more depending on what you are wanting. It's all subjective though and very dependent on the parts and builder you choose. I would say $35k or so for the work and parts would be a low ball park. That wouldn't include the original car cost. Some will say: "Why put $35k in a coupe to fastback conversion?" the simple answer would be the base rust bucket fastback would cost you what the entire conversion would cost before you started the work. In the end if you buy a coupe for $5-10K you have a finished car under $50k with a late model drivetrain and motor as well as new creature comforts. The same work using a Fastback as the base car would easily be $30k more because of the original car cost. The coupe converted would be worth about what you have in it plus a little more, the fastback would be worth what you have in it plus a little more. In the end the fastback is worth more but cost more. It's a wash at the profit line.

[@williadawilliams]

@@ScottHarness1 Thank you my friend for your knowledge and advice. That is a great number for me if I can get all of the done. I don't want this build to be a resale for later profit. I want to enjoy it. Hopefully I can reach out to you you when I'm ready to move forward.

[@christopheroakeson1193]

Since you are removing the coupe structure, any way you can sell me the structural parts that go under the sail panel/B pillar? The ones that weld to the top of the wheelhouse. Both of mine are rusted out on my 67 coupe and I cannot find anyone that remakes that part.

[@ScottHarness1]

Unfortunately mine is gone already. I do have a 67 coup parts car. Let me look at it and see.

[@user-fh9sy1jd8q]

Ty Scott

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you!

[@lucasmarkland2863]

I have a 66 mustang coupe I want to convert. Are they the same body making it possible to make it a 67-68 fastback with the parts list you offer or is it completely different since a different year? Thanks you

[@ScottHarness1]

No, unfortunately they are different. I have a 1965 coupe that I considered converting and doing a series on but that is way in the future. I may do a list for that year model as well just haven’t done it yet. What you can do… use the parts names on the list and look up the parts numbers for your year based on the names. The names are the same but the numbers are unique for 1964-66, 1967-68, 1969-70, 1971-73.

[@derekpolizzi1126]

Hell with the rest of them I want the videos for me hahaha

[@ScottHarness1]

Lol! I’m going to do a video a week maybe some shorts as well. Hope to help the learning curve and get these cars converted and back on the road!

[@richardramirez5102]

I have a 1976 Ford Mustang cobra ii, I’ve always wanted a fastback so is it possible to do a conversion on a 76 ?

[@ScottHarness1]

I’m not really sure. Probably would have really look at the variations in the body. I bet that build would be better to go with a donor fastback car rather than replacing parts. Anything’s possible…

[@therealseal9754]

Man, keep this all on the down low! I’ve been wanting to do this but now everybody is gonna snatching up the coupes.

[@ScottHarness1]

LOL. There are more than a few of those old coupes taking up room in fields around. Can't wait to see what you do with one of them. Blessings my friend.

[@sueferguson4818]

How do I get the parts list to convert the coupe to a fastback. I am really needing the measurements. I also would like the steps to doing this.

[@ScottHarness1]

Email me at [e-mail] and I can send it to you.

[@Jared_DaVinci]

I really need a 67...I'll be complete

[@ScottHarness1]

Yes!!! And honestly with the sky rocketing prices of VIN Fastbacks the conversion is the absolute best way to have one.

[@Apeman_king_of_apes]

I have a 64.5 Coupe with no title. Didn't realize at the time how much of a mess it can be, because I'm in Utah, a state that tends to be more lenient, and just assumed it would be easier. I've learned the car came from a scrapyard in Wyoming, so the title may not even exist anymore. I'm recently discovering the guys here on KZbin that swap old chassis onto modern a Mustang chassis. The way I see it, I can either title it as a modern Mustang (though there might be issues if I were to buy a wrecked salvage Mustang, trying to get it inspected and converted to rebuilt/reconstructed), or get it titled as a kit car or specially assembled vehicle, similar to a homemade trailer. Do you have experience with chassis swaps with these Mustangs? Any recommendations? What about companies like Lost Title Solutions, where they track down the title for a price? Are those options worth anything?

[@ScottHarness1]

I don’t have experience in that but the title stuff is complex and needs to be handled with detail. There are criminal implications otherwise and our current government would love to prosecute well intended people.

[@shannonyardley1051]

Where does a person get the interior repo parts for a1965 fastback conversion?

[@ScottHarness1]

There are lots of outlets out there...CJ's Pony Cars is one. I think learning the parts names and searching for individual parts based on price is best. So many times its a better deal to work with more than one distributor.

[@MatthewKrompier]

how do you feel this route is compared to the dynacorn complete shelll?

[@ScottHarness1]

Doing the conversion is more work, but way cheaper. With the Shell you will still have to have another car with a title…

[@MatthewKrompier]

@@ScottHarness1 appreciate the response really would like an all original s code but can’t seem to find one

[@GarageSpaceship]

@@ScottHarness1 No you don't. You can just register it as a replica, like you would with a GT40, Cobra, etc.

[@IronMaiden13]

Scott Harness: I have a 1967 True 200 cid Secretary's Mustang. How, Easy or Difficult to remove the body?

[@ScottHarness1]

There are skills involved but it’s not impossible for even a novice. Taking your time is the key…

[@markbrzezinski8889]

Thanks.

[@seeeessshhhhhhh7312]

Wow great job please invest and continue these videos

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you! Just posted my latest video today. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3zEZJWqbLilqdE

[@benjaminjacobs8483]

Okay I would like the garages that do the conversions

[@ScottHarness1]

The only garage that I have a connection with presently is Lost Socket Garage. Those guys are awesome.

[@benjaminjacobs8483]

Okay great how should I will look them up

[@derrekallen2089]

Yes sir Indiana is cake to get title's also they are companies that do all the work for you.

[@ScottHarness1]

Gosh I wish every state would take Indiana's lead...

[@lostsocketgarage]

Thanks for the shout out Scott. You are doing great work!!!

[@ScottHarness1]

We need to do an episode together soon...Show some tricks of the trade. You guys are the best.

[@lostsocketgarage]

@@ScottHarness1 done and done my friend

[@Michael-xq2bp]

This has always been a dream car. I grew up in a small town everyone knows everyone. My dad was working for a mechanic down the road named Willy. One day during the summer I went with my dad to work (I was probably 12-13). While they were working on the race car I wondered into a different section of the barn. Using the flashlight on my phone wondering around stacks of tires, old motors, car panels, and then BOOM… there she sat.. a 68 Ford Mustang.. it wasn’t the fastback, but I still fell in love with it. I gave it a proper look through and walked back into the main shop. (The car was all original, but hadn’t ran in years and was parked in shop for 18 years). I then asked Willy what I have to do for that car to which he responded “Get your son out of my shop he’s snooping too much”. I didn’t know he had that one I only ever heard about the 71 Mach 1 he had all original and immaculate shape. He kept that in the house garage I never saw it. Willy was a well respected mechanic and man in our community. Unfortunately he passed in 2022 and all his stuff has been going through auction. The 68’ sold for $2200 at auction sadly I was unable to purchase it at the time. R.I.P. Willy

[@ScottHarness1]

What a cool story...Man that was cheap.

[@Michael-xq2bp]

@@ScottHarness1 thank you for taking the time to read it

[@augustusappling139]

there's a company where i live making classic broncos completely aftermarket selling for like up to 250k. These are new cars built in 2023 with no original vin. I think fastbacks will reach that point. As the market gets smaller and smaller ppl are still going to want them. Of course those broncos have the 5.0 coyote and dana 60 axles, and the complete works

[@ScottHarness1]

I absolutely believe you are right. The price point for the conversions are sky rocketing. The parts will become super expensive soon enough. Fastback mustangs as far as muscle cars go are way more expensive than the others (not talking about very unique cars but general muscle cars) with that price point and people's desire to have one it makes sense that they will be a reproduction car soon.

[@feeji418]

bless ur soul

[@ScottHarness1]

Thank you!

[@troysgarage]

I’m in Utah and you have my attention. Can you share the details of your Utah contact for the roller?

[@ScottHarness1]

Lost Socket Garage builds them in your neck of the woods. Great guys.

[@jonathanr.421]

I need help , I am looking for a 1967-68 Ford Mustang fastback as a project car. Unfortunately there are almost none in Germany. Where do I have to look in the USA. Are there any special internet sites ?

[@ScottHarness1]

Internationally I really am not sure where to look...Maybe someone on here can help.

[@jesse75]

That's good to know. I'm curious how much interest in Germany. My daughter just got married and will be with her husband stationed in Germany. I'll have to ask her what if any conditions on bringing over a car.

[@classicstangbrn8964]

I got a guy in Lake Havasu that does the conversion for around 10k including metal so your about there.

[@ScottHarness1]

Yeah that's the current going rate...I wouldn't doubt that increasing as parts increase. Gas prices and shipping complications are all going to be a factor soon...

[@mikestufano4961]

hello sir , ive alwayn each quarter and a bunch of surface rust but zero cancer absolutly zeros wanted a FB. Ive had 2 square backs , a 67 and a 70. im a 40 yr start tyo finish body guy that specialized in structural panel replacement. unibody and full frame repairs, ive been looking at the conversion route for 6 months, judt as long as i bought my last67 (second one so this is my 3rd coupe) this one iis nice it has all its origanol quarters ,wheel houses and rockers with only a silver dollar size patch . it has no options am i a fool to cut it up origanol 289,c4, no air no power windows.? i have a 4 bay shop in new york doing daily repair work and [ersonal restos there. i might slide one or 2 of these a year if i can get help with the ins and outs? looking forward to speaking with you.thank you resprctfully M.Stufano.

[@ScottHarness1]

Hey Mike, it’s a super rewarding adventure converting these cars. I am doing a video in the summer using the coupe inner structures with a panel bridge that I make. You can convert the sheet metal from the coupe to the fastback for about $2k. I’ll publish a guide, make parts available, and do a video series… it’s going to be epic.

[@mikestufano4961]

@@ScottHarness1 I apologize for my sloppy tying,my laptop is on the fritz and I was closing down at the same time. I have a decent back log of jobs but surely would not complain of having senior experienced in these models offering assistance with the more productive ways for the vehicles to flow, being available for consult has me pretty excited! Especially with this article having some days on it your comment timing shows your motivated to bey these ars driving again, not sitting going to rust as they were, I don’t have to say that with a Different roofline these cars will be driven a lot more than they were.A little off topic but I’m doing a 49 Ford F1 on a Fatman chassis rite now, I’m putting a 67-69 mustang a/c dash in it now! I could go on but I won’t.Looking forward to the. Ext time we speak

[@stevehammel2939]

I had a 67 Mustang coupe but sold it back in the 80's, I'd prefer another coup if I could find one. as I don't like the fast back.

[@stevehei8035]

I want a fastback 69 Cougar. Will this still work?

[@ScottHarness1]

Hey Steve, unfortunately a Cougar is a totally different animal (no pun). Not sure what the options are for a Cougar. Awesome car though.

[@VeroFN]

Is it possible to even build a coupe for under 20 k anymore considering I can’t even find rusty cars in Ireland considering import fees if you were to import one in here it’s crazy

[@ScottHarness1]

I have heard that, everything has skyrocketed.

[@Hooch737]

That boneyard still up Rt 5?

[@ScottHarness1]

Yes sir it is! I have driven by it a thousand times but never actually visited. May go and do a video.

[@PREME_MAGAZINE]

What's the name of the shop in Utah?

[@ScottHarness1]

Lost Socket Garage. Great guys.

[@mikeellis2944]

If I provided you with a 1968 coupe what would you charge me to turn it into a fast pack

[@ScottHarness1]

I wish I had the time. There are shops out there that do it…

[@robertharper9094]

I see this is a yesr ago but gking to look into doing a 68 conversion

[@ScottHarness1]

Still the best way to have a Fastback, all the prices have risen but still not as expensive as a VIN fastback and you get a better car in the end. Some will argue the resale is less, and that is true depending on the parts you use in the car, but the investment in a VIN fastback is so much more.

[@Steven-cq8nv]

Whats the name of the shop that coverts for $9800?

[@ScottHarness1]

Lost Socket Garage. Tell them I sent you. They’ll treat you right.

[@keefardin612]

I HAD A 1965 CONVERTIBLE MUZZ ,,, BUT,,, I WANTED TO MAKE A FASTBACK HARD TOP FOR IT WELL SMALL PROBLEM YOU CANT OPEN THE BOOT HAHA , BUT GOT OVER IT, IT JUST PLAIN OLD SAT ON THE BODY WITH SOME CORVETTE HARDTOP PINS ETC AND LOCKED ON I HAD TO MAKE (ADJUST) THE VETTE (C3 ) HARD TOP TO FIT ,,, USING THE OLD MUZZ FASTBACK WRECK I BOUGHT FOR ,,,EEEEEEEK £400, NOT EASY BUT I DID IT, I SHAPED THE HARD TOP TO A FASTBACK STYLE (THE VETTE TOP IS METAL) , AND TRIMMED IT (ITS MY JOB) AND ADDED THE REAR WINDOW FROM THE OLD STANG (CHOP A BIT OFF HERE AND THERE,) THE FRONT OF THE HOOD WAS HINGED SO YOU COULD LIFT AND PROP THE TOP OPEN, SO YOU COULD OPEN THE BOOT (TRUNK) AND FASTEN IT DOWN WITH NASCAR HOOD PINS , SO WHY DIDNT I USE THE OLD FASTBACK WRECKED ROOF, THINKING ABOUT IT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN EASIER, BUT WAS OFFERED MONEY FOR THE OLD MUZZ AS IT WAS (WINDOWLESS) BUT PRETTY BENT I SOLD IT 12 YEARS LATER FOR £30,000 ,(WELL CHUFFED) AND IT TURNED UP IN PALE BLUE WITH STRIPES , AND FETCHED 120,000 DOLLARS IN USA AND IT SAID THE ONLY ONE OFF SOFT TOP FASTBACK MUSTANG IN THE WORLD ,,, PHEW , ITS DO ABLE , TRY IT THIS WAS BACK IN THE 80'S, THERES A SOFT TOP NEAR WHERE I LIVE ,ALL IN BITS 7 GRAND AND RUSTLESS,,,,,,SHOULD I DO IT AGAIN)?????????YES BUT THIS TIME ILL BUY THE FASTBACK KIT THEN IT WILL BE A DODDLE , KEITH HARDING UK

[@chrisshapardon1640]

Will this apply to 65 or 66

[@ScottHarness1]

Yes sir it sure will!

[@khwarney]

how can I like this video 6000 times?

[@ScottHarness1]

That's awesome! Thank you.

[@Rj_Mcgraw]

As i am watching this. I just bought 2 fastbacks for 14k total. But it took me forever. My last fastback i paid 14k just for rust bucket.

[@ScottHarness1]

I think you could sit in a fastback and make more money in the long haul than keeping it in the bank. Good purchases…

[@eddievantailn2882]

You are correct, some buyers will NOT care that the car was once a coup. I have a 68 coup and would never convert it because it is way too good shape. But paying stupid amounts of money for a real fastback is up to the buyer, be my guest if that is your desire in my view. Also people are stupid, there will be guys out there that will create what I call "paint job cars" they will paint over rust, do shit body work that will look good for the first 5 months after painted. NO, do your own work, create your own value. Your series will do well for those who can !

[@ScottHarness1]

Truth and more truth.

[@dannyswitzersolis8569]

My grandma sold my grandpas near perfect 1969 fastback for 10k before he passed because it was in his will to go to me. He had dementia so he had no idea and she told me after he passed

[@ScottHarness1]

Heartbreaker.

[@jesse75]

Why didn't you get the car for free ?

[@bowmansoutdoors7197]

Do you know if they make a coupe to fastback for a 69

[@ScottHarness1]

They do, Dynacorn sells the parts necessary to convert a 1969 Mustang coupe to a fastback. Just scanning the parts they are a little more expensive than 1967-68, but comparable to the 1964-66 parts.

[@bowmansoutdoors7197]

@@ScottHarness1 the only kit I can find is almost $8,000 dollars and my coupe is a very sold car I don’t think I’ll need the full kit

[@ScottHarness1]

@@bowmansoutdoors7197 You can save some money if you shop the individual Dynacorn parts as opposed to a kit, I bet. If they made the unwelded quarter door assemblies like they do for the 67-68 you could seriously save.

[@ScottHarness1]

@@bowmansoutdoors7197 let me do some research and see if I can find some savings…

[@benjaminjacobs8483]

How about building one without a vin just sheet metal ? They have sheet metal I think nicks garage b for build is doing a 67 with out a donor.

[@ScottHarness1]

I am in the process of researching that… I saw B is for build’s video. I’m not sure what the process is for getting a license for a non vin car. Maybe they aren’t and just using them as a “race” type car. I also have questions about how Dynacorn sells the complete body assembled as a “part”. One step further I’ve seen Petersons Restorations build cars from almost nothing from the original car. What part is the “car” and what part or parts are the “parts”. Right now I don’t really know. Trying to figure some of that out.

[@ScottHarness1]

Yeah I know, but the starting point of many of the builds have very few parts from the original car that can be salvaged. My question is what part is the “car”. If I only had a vin and title could I assemble all the sheet metal and assign that title to the metal and it become the car that matches my title?

[@benjaminjacobs8483]

@@ScottHarness1 it seems like Peterson restoration he gets a a vin and I don’t think it matters how much you replace. I noticed he likes to keep the cowl because he said it gives the best measurements . Technically I think you get the vin recreated I mean the actual plate so I would think you don’t need anything. Except the title.

[@jethroclampett966]

In NJ you can get a “kit car” a vin by going to dmv and having the car inspected by someone who Looks at every safety issue for that year car. I don’t think it’s that hard. I would bet there are a lot of Eleanor’s out there that fall into this category.

[@ScottHarness1]

@@jethroclampett966 that is incredible! Wish they did that in Arkansas…

[@benjaminjacobs8483]

What about the frame ?

[@ScottHarness1]

Both the coupe and the fastback both share the same unibody design. The conversion requires no frame work. The quarter door assembly is different but I cover that in other videos.

[@slipperytoiletpaper3169]

How did you get a coup with an engine for 2700 bucks

[@ScottHarness1]

Market Place...Do a search for what ever year mustang you are looking for and be willing to drive out of your area. I found five about three days ago for $2500 or less. Couples are not hard to find. May do a video on the art of the making a deal on a car. Remember what someone asks for a car doesn't mean that is what it will sell for...

[@slipperytoiletpaper3169]

@@ScottHarness1 please do I’m 20 and I’m looking to buy my first car “that I bought” and I’ve been looking for a 67-68 coupe because i can afford a fastback but this series is actually making me rethink that. I just cant find a good deal for the life of me thanks

[@qball1of1]

@@ScottHarness1 Yeah I still see them being used in figure 8 races and on occasion a demo derby. Don't understand it but demo guys can be nuts..

[@ryanmuir6338]

Add in the shipping cost for parts, and holy hell you've got a pricey build

[@ScottHarness1]

The parts were reasonable a year or so ago, but now the parts and shipping is through the roof. Not sure how we are going to survive this terrible government and economy.

[@jeffarchibald3837]

What about coupe to convertible?

[@ScottHarness1]

It’s possible. The parts are available, you’ll have to modify frame rails and buy all the sheet metal but the mustang platform in general is the same.

[@Alex-yi4ou]

I sold my 68 fastback in really great condition but because it was too much money. I want to go the conversation route because i regret selling it

[@ScottHarness1]

It’s a great project and seriously the only way to go to get a fastback that is better than a current original on a budget.

[@Alex-yi4ou]

@@ScottHarness1 awesome, look forward to your channel. I emailed you too

[@troym4658]

I understand what he’s saying and I like his videos and appreciate what he’s doing, but here in the western states, you’re not finding good condition coupes for $2,700. Furthermore, the interior parts for a fastback conversion are another $3,000-$4,000. We converted my brothers 67, it’s easy to do, but he spent $8k on a coupe six banger, then another $9-$10k to do the complete conversion (interior and exterior). It is definitely cheaper than buying an original, but do your homework, based on my experience it’s not as cheap as it sounds, and unless you are in a large metro that has a big classic car appetite, selling old mustang parts from the coupe isn’t that easy.

[@ScottHarness1]

You can build a fastback for much less. Especially the coupe purchase. I just did a quick search of market place and found five coupes $2500 or less. They were In Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas. You can source a complete interior for a Fastback less the front seats for under $1500. You can spend as much as you want but there are ways of spending much less. For instance you can use your coupe interior and just add the vent panels. The numbers I used were real numbers and what I actually spent. I have helped dozens of people do the same. I do agree on doing the homework part.

[@jeanlawson9133]

We went from $6,000 to $7,000 in the first sentence..... AIN'T IT JUST AIN'T IT 😜 lols....$7, 000 ain't bad ...But I am confused.... I have worked on many that brought Top money in Scottsdale....and yes even 20 year's ago or so they were ridiculous.... mind you I wasn't a player just a laborer...😎

[@ScottHarness1]

Yeah somewhere between the video and the thumbnail we lost $1000! Lol. That's how it is with Mustangs, you look at the parts one month and go to order them the next and they are a grand more. It was my mistake...

[@jeanlawson9133]

Somewhat joking.. I know how is....😎

[@rhwilliams108]

who on the east coast can convert