Top 3 reasons to convert your coupe to fastback.

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Scott Harness

Scott Harness

2 жыл бұрын

One of the biggest secrets in the Mustang world...There is no modification to your coupe that will add more value to it than a fastback conversion.
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@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
I have published for download an illustrated parts guide complete with illustrations, pro tips, measurements and parts numbers. You can get it here: coupetofastback.gumroad.com/l/fjoxw
@jasmith1867
@jasmith1867 2 ай бұрын
I had a 67 fastback 390 automatic. It was fun. But the car was hard to drive and stop. Anything anybody does to improve handling and stopping has my approval. While driving my car I had less pleasure because I spent so much time steering and watching ahead in case I needed to slam down on the weak brakes.
@brianforney2098
@brianforney2098 2 жыл бұрын
Scott I agree 100%. Build what you like and who cares what others think. End result you will have a car your passionate about and love driving. Thanks again for sharing the list with me. I will one day own a fastback mustang 65 to 68 because that is what I want and that is all that matters. Keep the content coming love it. I’m not a religious guy myself but it’s refreshing to share your passion thanks again
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
So true!!! I really enjoy helping people. Cannot wait to see your car one day, that’ll be awesome. Thanks for the awesome encouragement. We all need that.
@kevingathercole5161
@kevingathercole5161 16 күн бұрын
Scott you are spot on! Coupes are cool but, how awesome is a Fastback? There is no comparison. The only negative is those who mickey mouse the conversion and do a bad job. That's it that's the one negative.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 10 күн бұрын
Truth
@jkgilbert9
@jkgilbert9 2 ай бұрын
Only reason I wouldn't do it to my coupe is because it's my dad's first car... that Doesn't mean I don't want to convert another! Great videos, Scott!
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 ай бұрын
I love cars with a story, I would not change your dad's car! That's an awesome thing to have. Thanks for the comment.
@Goinbig
@Goinbig Ай бұрын
I'm sure he got the coupe because that's what he could afford. If he could have gotten the fastback option, he probably would have. So go ahead and get that sawzall out.
@jkgilbert9
@jkgilbert9 Ай бұрын
@@Goinbig I would rather build another and keep this as it is, he built it how he wanted and its still a bad ass car. He had the opportunity to buy a couple of fastbacks but they were auto cars. He wanted a manual. It's a 2 owner (3 if you include me) car that has been in the family since 1970. Built 289, 4 spd, 4.11 rear end. Lime gold with parchment interior with some custom touches that we put on the car when he redid it this last time.
@deancook2518
@deancook2518 21 күн бұрын
Hey, howdy from Calif. Long story short, I had a '68 fastback Ford while in the Army and a road trip back to CA. in '70. Loved it and really now I'm super excited about the pathway you've opened up. Problem being, I've got no shop and only small mechanic talent. So I've been to the Hot Springs and I'm up for stopping in to see you. I absolutely agree with you because I want to drive it, not 'trailer' it. Tell me what it will take to construct a fastback for me? And, just so you know, I'm born again 10 years now and He granted me a wonderful wife and life. Thanks for your help. Dean Cook
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 10 күн бұрын
I’m so sorry, I hardly have time to build one or two. There are some shops out there but in all honestly if you pay someone it’s almost not worth it…
@toddmckenzie2623
@toddmckenzie2623 27 күн бұрын
Love your Video's I'm in the process of a 67 conversion. Thanks for taking time to share. God bless!
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 26 күн бұрын
That's awesome, love to see your progress.
@troysgarage
@troysgarage 2 жыл бұрын
Well said! I'm seriously considering a project just like this as soon as I get a shop to begin from.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
It is a very doable project. It seems really intimidating but in the end there is a lot of info out there to help guide you.
@SandySchaare
@SandySchaare 2 жыл бұрын
I have a real 67 Fastback "Driver"....I love it....and I love that you are all about "The Driver". It's what they were built for! Amen!
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah. Getting to run around in one of these is such a blast!!!
@SirGregg
@SirGregg Жыл бұрын
Excellent! A professional pastor with next level hobbie skills. I think more hot rodders should make some of these tired coupes into fastbacks. Mustangs are basic cars so keeping one mobile is no problem. Coverting to a fastback is an investment. I bet you could start a successful business just specialising in Mustang coupe to fastback conversions.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! So true.
@GrumblyAirMonk
@GrumblyAirMonk Жыл бұрын
I’m glad someone shine a light to this because I was thinking I would never ever be able to own a fastback
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
It’s doable!
@ox.the.hellbull
@ox.the.hellbull Жыл бұрын
Going into this owning a 14 v6 and dreaming of buying a 65-68 v8. I don't mind the conversions let's be real the fastback just looks a lot cooler and if I had the money I'd own or convert one. Buuuut I don't so it will likely be "just" a coupe for me. I'm just glad the option of converting is out there. "Make it my Mustang" 100% applies to this
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. That's the great part of the artistic opportunity car building and modifying gives us. There are not real right answers just the answer you want to create.
@MrGonein60
@MrGonein60 2 жыл бұрын
The gender thing and I dont care you don't care who cares. 🤣 I'm dying. This is great. Fastback all the way.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
LOL. Just got to do your own thing! For every action there is an equal and opposite criticism.
@ryanshaw8193
@ryanshaw8193 2 жыл бұрын
I like all your videos Scott and love what you stand for. Always going to have those haters. I wish I had your welding skills, one of these days when I’m out of the military and have a little more room I’m gonna learn. I think some folks worry about these because they think their “investment” sitting in garage will lose value and the people that flip fastbacks also think they may lose value if folks do these. We should all be more like you and want to get them out on the road and drive them. Life happens which I understand. I do take mine out every Saturday/Sunday and drive it. The way I see it all is that it’s your money and you can do whatever you want wether that be a 50K coupe, 15K conversion, or pure originality and 100K…I just want to see them brought back to life and on the road. Keep the videos coming!
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ryan, I think some people are threatened by the conversion. For those of us doing it on the regular I don't see the down side. The only thing that worries me is if the body parts companies get this in their head they are going to mark up the parts more and make this less cost effective but until that happens it is by far the best way to have a fastback.
@robertlow01
@robertlow01 Жыл бұрын
Love your energy and insight brother.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! It's fun.
@CrisAnderson27
@CrisAnderson27 2 жыл бұрын
Love literally everything about this video. From the first words to the last. Thanks for sharing. Truly.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend.
@robribbo2556
@robribbo2556 2 жыл бұрын
Keep up the good work Scott, looking great 👍
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Rob! I really appreciate it.
@user-ok5xr1jp3e
@user-ok5xr1jp3e 10 күн бұрын
Im intrigued, thinking after my current project, I'd try one
@eddievantailn2882
@eddievantailn2882 Жыл бұрын
Your logic is very sound. I would MUCH more prefer something I built vs something that was built by someone else or even original, it's the hard work that makes the love.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@timbardon9651
@timbardon9651 5 ай бұрын
Loved 😊 the video, I agree. I owned 2 in my early years, 25 now 63, fastbacks are bad ass,don't care if it started out a coupe.watching these videos brings back memories, my last car was a GTA so sad I sold it. Keep on building loving the results.
@jasmith1867
@jasmith1867 11 ай бұрын
We think alike. I owned a 67Fastback, 390 C6, posi. All factory. Looked good but the antique and low quality suspension, brakes and steering made the car a choir to drive around. I wondered about ordering a space frame and upgrading everything but no financing or skills. I drove my Bullit look alike for 23 years and it only cost me $725 back in 1974. It was worth every penny for all the fun. Scary fun. Sold it wrecked for $2500 in about 96.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 11 ай бұрын
Sounds like a fun car! You just don’t see them on the road anymore at all.
@robertmccully2792
@robertmccully2792 5 ай бұрын
I built a 76 Trans AM Special Edition numbers matching ,, and parts from 50 others cars, that had been stripped from my car. I would never do it again. Better to do like he says,, build it your way, most old cars are poorly built anyway. I did not build it to drive, i built it to see if i could do it. Now maybe a Fastback Mustang. The main thing is a hobby of some type.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 5 ай бұрын
Absolutely true.
@jdsmith556
@jdsmith556 Жыл бұрын
If you want to turn YOUR car into a fastback, and your paying for it and you can do it safely (in case you sell it to someone else) by all means do what makes you happy! When you sell it the title will say coupe not fastback. As long as you’re not saying it’s a true fastback and trying to get the sky high price I see no problem in it. Personally I think the fastback looks great! I’ve thought about doing the same thing but I went down the 70 chevelle rd
@Mikeyhunts
@Mikeyhunts 2 жыл бұрын
VERY good guidance. New subscriber…. Enjoy your channel so far.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@markweber7275
@markweber7275 6 ай бұрын
Perfect logic video. Can’t get my son to think this way.👏👏👏👏
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 6 ай бұрын
Keep trying!!!! It’s the best way to get a good Fastback.
@T500cal
@T500cal 2 ай бұрын
Great points! Been following the conversion series & am real inspired to tackle this. Always wanted to make a shelby gt clone, but that kit is more $$. Heck I'd even drive it with a inline 6 & stock everything just to get it on the road.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 27 күн бұрын
That’s the best attitude, just get it going.
@OfficialXPage
@OfficialXPage 2 жыл бұрын
great video! im buying a fastback but this is also a great idea!
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@TravisWhiteTribe
@TravisWhiteTribe 4 ай бұрын
Great and informative and so true 👍
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 3 ай бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@dougscriver7726
@dougscriver7726 Жыл бұрын
Great points im doing mine
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
That's awesome!
@Tryagain205
@Tryagain205 28 күн бұрын
If I do this conversion I’ll put a Ford 300 six cylinder engine in it with a four speed standard. I love six cylinder engines because they just purr like a kitten and last forever.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 27 күн бұрын
The 300 is such a great motor. Run forever.
@lvslordy
@lvslordy 2 жыл бұрын
MY first car was a 68 fastback. Awesome..
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Such an awesome car. How long did you have it for?
@lvslordy
@lvslordy 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 I only had it about 6 months from my 16th birthday. It was cool. Thank you for asking?
@MuShinnen
@MuShinnen 2 жыл бұрын
Planning a '67 fastback with a donor Ecoboost mustang. I'm going to take as much off the car as I can: engine, transmission, brakes, suspension etc. It'll make the purists mad that it's no V8, but it's going to be a daily driver that puts a smile on my face. Love the series. God Bless.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
That will be a fun build. I'm finding that most "purist" are actually people who don't build cars they just like commenting in forums and posts. Build your car your way and post some pictures so we can see it!
@jesusmadrigal685
@jesusmadrigal685 Жыл бұрын
Hi Scott I love your content and advise on your channel keep up the great work you do, I have a 70 Mustang Grande coupe any info on this one as far as a list or measurements or parts? not sure if you've done one of this before just love the looks of the fastbacks but can't afford one yet so thinking on converting it or just keep it as is but it has lots of rust on roof due to the vinyl roofs.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Hey Jesus; I have not done the 1969 or 1970 conversion, but the process is almost identical to the 1967-68. The parts for this conversion are a bit more expensive. If I’m you I’d look really hard for a Fastback in this year. 1970 model Fastbacks haven’t gone up as much as other years. There are some good ones out there for probably less than the conversion of your coupe. I passed in one about 6 months ago for $18k really a nice car. I will have a guide book for these years soon…
@RebelLifeFilmsDjDaBeyCEO
@RebelLifeFilmsDjDaBeyCEO Жыл бұрын
Love this video
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@allendaigle6351
@allendaigle6351 Жыл бұрын
You are just plain alsume ,praise god this man drives a mustang
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend.
@2mach4yu
@2mach4yu 2 жыл бұрын
Go for it ... no mattter what... cheers from peru
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Still have to say I love your country! One of the most beautiful places on earth.
@andrewcunningham8873
@andrewcunningham8873 10 ай бұрын
One day, there will be less coupes than fastbacks and convertibles. Around that time everyone will want one.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 10 ай бұрын
I would imagine that will apply to lots of cars. The coupes being converted are a fraction of those rotting in fields, and elsewhere because of the high cost of restoration.
@sandemanmaart
@sandemanmaart Жыл бұрын
I like it surinam here peace an love fore you.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I think.!
@Mr.Morale7
@Mr.Morale7 2 жыл бұрын
Where would you recommend to search to buy a mustang 65-69/fastbacks ? It was just like you said, all I see are rustbuckets, & bent up mustangs. Thanks keep up the good content 👍🏻
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Search the web but few good deals are to be had. I have found unlisted cars that are just setting are better deals.
@dougthiel754
@dougthiel754 2 жыл бұрын
Preach on brother!
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@samuraisaint2360
@samuraisaint2360 6 ай бұрын
How do these cars handle ? Wonder if a roll cage or sway bars are a must for structural sway “
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 6 ай бұрын
I think you can radically improve drivability but probably won’t be like a new car… anything you add to make it more ridged is a help for sure. But it also adds weight…
@SeanaldMcDonald
@SeanaldMcDonald Жыл бұрын
Hi Scott! I'm over in Oklahoma East of Tulsa, and I have a 1966 coupe (my first car back in 2014) with some rust, some poorly done patch jobs, and a couple of bent panels. I'm a little intimidated about doing body work since I have limited experience with welding. I'm afraid that if I start to do this myself, and start disassembling it, I'm going to hit a wall, and not be able to get it back together. What do you recommend a novice should do? What do you think it would cost to hire someone like you to replace rusted panels on the car, and do the fastback body panel conversion? Aside from the fastback body panels, I know I need a new floor pan, frame rails, engine bay apron, and firewall.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Hey Sean, Super question. I believe the conversion process is more than novice level but I do think with just a few specific skills and the willingness to stick with it and take your time a very doable project. This is especially true if you’re not trying to make a show car as the end result. I have some skills but I’m not a professional by any means. The rub is hiring the work out. I believe if you do your research you may can find a body guy willing to do the work for less but most of the shops I am familiar with have gone up tremendously to do the conversion. $7500 to about $10k is the price I am seeing and this doesn’t include the parts or shipping. That in my mind puts the conversion in an unreasonable price category. So if I bought a decent coupe for $5k I bought the kit for $5k including shipping, and I pay a shop to convert it another $10k that puts my roller without glass at $20k. Keep in mind that doesn’t include any rust repairs, which can add crazy dollars to your project. My gut says that’s more than you’d want in a conversion. Now bare in mind that if VIN Fastbacks continue to skyrocket in price this will become reasonable, but for now you need to learn some skills, or have a body guy that will help you with the process…
@SeanaldMcDonald
@SeanaldMcDonald Жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 Thank you! You guessed it right, I'm not trying to build anything showroom quality. I want to fix it up, keep it for the rest of my life, and drive it like any other car (just like you said about yours in the video). 10k just for labor is definitely a lot, so I think I'm going to give it a shot on my own, and definitely take your advice on taking it slowly.
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
If you’re going to drive I’d recommend powder coating the under carriage and ceramic the paint
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
I think long term you are right. I'm probably going to do it on the cheap, and just spray some good agriculture paint on it and call it a day.
@TheRochoa21
@TheRochoa21 7 ай бұрын
What would you charge to convert one ??
@nekowatson9069
@nekowatson9069 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, love your videos! I am currently doing a coupe to fastback conversion but i am at a pause b.c I am a little worried to weld anything b.c I don't have measurements of the front and rear window frame and other areas. I think one of the biggest things when people watch these videos on conversions, is getting the right measurements and not just slapping everything together base off of looks. one of my fav channels that I watch is (Peterson Restorations) he's really good but does not give out measurement, anyway any chance we will or could get a video of measurements so viewers like me would feel even more comfortable/confident in doing a coupe to fastback conversion?
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the encouragement! You are so right taking your time is absolutely the best thing you can do. I did a measurements video, see if this is what your looking for. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5i7eHWrdtyYmtk
@nekowatson9069
@nekowatson9069 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 I literally saw the measurements video right after I posted my last comment lol..you are a angel my friend! thank you soo much this really helps. Hope to see that video on the floor pan and more!
@jasmith1867
@jasmith1867 11 ай бұрын
I learned a lot from watching Peterson's Restorations youtube channel. But I still would worry about doing the final welding part.
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
I’m having a hard time doing it. Mostly because dynacorn is back ordered.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it might take a little while but I am seeing the parts starting to come in now.
@GFPRACING
@GFPRACING Жыл бұрын
I Have a Full Chrome Mollie Chassis Ford Maverick Drag Race car . I Would Like to Change it to a 1968 Mustang Fast back . do You Think a 1968 Musrang Body would Trade out for the Maverick Body
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the slow response...I bet, not that I know for sure but I bet it would work. Check the wheel base that would be the critical measurement. If so you would just need to build body mounting points but I bet it would work. It would be a very cool build. Share pictures of the project please!
@sherrodnelson3755
@sherrodnelson3755 2 жыл бұрын
If I bought a coupe and parts what would you charge to do the conversion. I am wanting a 1968 fastback because that is the year I was born. My dad was going to buy one that year but because of me he didn’t. I am paralyzed and can’t do the conversion myself.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
I would absolutely love to do a conversion for you...I don't do this for a living and really have to do the work in small amounts of time that I have extra. So here is what I am going to do, let me pray about it. Possibly there are others on here that would like to be a part of a great story converting a car for you and maybe we all can pitch in and do it.
@sherrodnelson3755
@sherrodnelson3755 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 I wouldn’t need a fast job but want it done correctly. Thanks for praying on it. Thanks.
@MarkJohnson-ob4yd
@MarkJohnson-ob4yd 2 жыл бұрын
I live in San Diego and I'm interested in having my 65 coupe converted to a fastback. So far I can't find any shops that do those conversions in Southern California. Do you know of any shops in SoCal that do these conversions where I don't have to ship out to Utah to have it converted?
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Mark I’m struggling to identify shops that do the conversions. Trying to figure out how to locate shops that are reputable.
@MarkJohnson-ob4yd
@MarkJohnson-ob4yd 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 What do you know about the guys at Lost Socket Garage in Utah. Have you heard any feedback about their work from your followers?
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
@@MarkJohnson-ob4yd We’ve visited several times. Their work looks incredible. Seem like solid guys.
@MountainValleySpringWater
@MountainValleySpringWater Жыл бұрын
Mustang Country in Paramount, CA has a body shop next to them I’m almost certain they do these conversions just look em up and give them a call
@ericdincauze3984
@ericdincauze3984 2 жыл бұрын
Building a full chassis, fastback conversion, Shelby clone with a stroked 351W.
@rubenpatterson1446
@rubenpatterson1446 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely build drive it and when someone says it’s a conversion tell them you didn’t ask for the conversation
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
So true.
@vr_x7364
@vr_x7364 Ай бұрын
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@BOHICAvsFUBAR
@BOHICAvsFUBAR 10 ай бұрын
Can you please help me do my conversion? I have no prior bodywork, mechanical experience but I am willing to put blood sweat and tears into it just to have my own 67 fastback.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 10 ай бұрын
I sure can help with information! I am struggling to find time to work on my own...
@octane2099
@octane2099 2 жыл бұрын
How much do you want for your coup/fastback as a roller fastback?
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t really build to sell but I do have a 1965 coupe that will be a fastback at some point this year. $20k
@heycouper629
@heycouper629 Ай бұрын
I'm not trying to make a numbers matching 6 cyl coupe. I'm making a rip ass fastback
@dragon7689
@dragon7689 Жыл бұрын
Where do i get the interior pieces?
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
I am currently working on a sourcing guide to the fastback interior, I have found that there are lots of options and multiple dealers that do better with one part and not so great with another. I hope to have this list and info soon.
@dragon7689
@dragon7689 Жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 thank you for all your effort and work.
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
Why not modern flooring from an 06 mustang new interior ect
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not super familiar with the differences but the car's dimensions might be the biggest obstacle. You might could use the seat brackets and seats out of the later model car.
@TheNightstang
@TheNightstang 2 жыл бұрын
I had a choice when I was 13 to get either a fastback or a coupe. I was pressured to get the fastback from my dad. I chose the coupe because I liked the look more. I still have that car and wanted to see the reasons to convert it here. 1. You can drive it? 2. Its worth more $. I honestly believe fastbacks are only worth more because they are more rare. 3. What was #3? =). I think Fastbacks are cool. I think all the cars from this era were cool but the 3 reasons I will stay with a coupe is. 1. I like that look more and do not care what others like. 2. I do not care how much I can sell it for. I am not selling it and I will drive it because I can fix anything on it myself. 3. I do not want to add complexity or weight to my car for no practical reason.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
The "you can drive it" was directed toward those who build fastbacks (which are much more expensive than a coupe) and don't drive them. Fastbacks are worth more because they are more sought after and they were the option laden performance option cars. The factory race options came almost exclusively on fastbacks, Shelby's were all fastbacks as well. It's a more valuable car and always will be. The coupe was the common man's car that couldn't afford the higher performance and expensive fastback option, that's not a dig against fastback just truth. The Maverick was another option that was offered for those who couldn't afford a mustang. I think mavericks are cool as well just not as sought after as a mustang. Keeping and driving your coupe is a great option. This post isn't about convincing coupe owners but giving the option to those who want something more than a coupe and can't see spending the money on a fastback. Coupes are plentiful and cheaply priced but for me I wanted a fastback, love the style, I couldn't see spending the money on an original so I converted by coupe.
@TheNightstang
@TheNightstang 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 Anything more sought after is more expensive. If they made more fastbacks than coupes I am pretty sure the coupe would be worth more. I think it is cool now days you can make your car like you want easier than I was a kid. I think everyone should do that. These cars are fairly easy to manipulate into exactly what you want and I love that. Just for me none of these reasons work and that is just for me. For someone who wants to flip the car and has the tools and the know how or resources. I just do not see any reason to do this unless you just like the fastback more and lots do or you wanna try to make some money. I would argue that this is still probably not going to be worth it after its all said and done.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheNightstang I think that's fair enough. I always wanted a fastback, couldn't afford one back in the day and still can't. This made it possible. I could afford a coupe, in fact I could buy four or five coupes for the same price as a rusty fastback. So I went this way and found that there was so much misinformation about the process thought I might add some clarity to the conversation. I don't sell cars, flip cars, or do this for a living. Just a very happy fastback converter that wants to share.
@TheNightstang
@TheNightstang 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 Yeah that is what is great about these cars. I think for you it makes perfect sense for what you want.
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
Scott when you’re finished it’s going to be a 100k car if you put money into the paint
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Na, I'll be under $20k driving complete.
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
I’m talking about resale value
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
@@benjaminjacobs8483 Heck yeah!!!! Thank ya.
@LordSamuelJ
@LordSamuelJ 10 ай бұрын
for me converting my 69 from a coupe to a fastback is simply not worth it. Its expensive and hard work. I like the fastback better, but not by that much. In fact, I get comments all the time from people who never seen a 69 coupe before about how cool it is. Its pretty crazy considering they made more coupes than fastback.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 10 ай бұрын
To each his own, I think coupes are great. They are plentiful and less expensive. If you want a fastback that has perfect new metal converting a coupe is a great way.
@Mustangblack187
@Mustangblack187 Жыл бұрын
🐺....🖤🌹
@wilsonwallace8755
@wilsonwallace8755 5 ай бұрын
I get why og fastback owners are mad about it because fastbacks are obviously way cooler
@msk3905
@msk3905 3 күн бұрын
Im not a purist by any means and if I get one will be adding modern technology to it but cannot get on board with converting a coupe to fastback. I get its your car and get your points but there absolutely is one scenario where a coupe is worth more than a fastback,if I were looking at it I would never consider buying it unless the converted car was dirt cheap. I would not pay a premium or good money for a converted coupe fastback.
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry spamming please tell me where you can get it converted for 10 k
@shaolinred7680
@shaolinred7680 2 жыл бұрын
Lost Socket Garage. They have a You Tube channel. That was the price quoted last year before Brandon screwed up the economy.
@terrallputnam7979
@terrallputnam7979 2 жыл бұрын
Nope, The fastback Mustang is Cool 😎
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@benjaminjacobs8483
@benjaminjacobs8483 2 жыл бұрын
I can get coupes for any one looking for them.
@justintrades7851
@justintrades7851 2 жыл бұрын
three reasons chan-ching. $,$,$
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Pure facts!
@FE428Power
@FE428Power 2 жыл бұрын
Can you call me daily and motivate me to work on mine? Lol
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Lol! Isn't that the truth. We all need a little kick to get going!
@NeilLB7
@NeilLB7 Жыл бұрын
Has anyone converted a fastback to a coupe?
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Actually back in the day when a fastback was hit in the back it wasn’t unheard of to use a coupe back half to repair it. Parts weren’t as easy to find. So when you look at a coupe check the vin because it could be a fastback hidden in a coupe clothing.
@NeilLB7
@NeilLB7 Жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 My goal (at age 48 finally) is to get a 66-67 coupe and convert it to a fastback for super stock drag racing purposes. The build is going to be a plain jane white factory style looking drag car. All business. Minor details, total authenticity and show quality isn't very important to me. Is a 66 easier/harder than a 67 or are they basically the same amount of work and cost? Suppose the only difference is the trunk area maybe.
@allendaigle6351
@allendaigle6351 Жыл бұрын
Dam bro what kind of gender preferred coffee do you drink? I'm going to say that you're a fire-breathing man that's going to be driving a Fastback Mustang that has fangs;-) haha I have 2 coupes an me an my son WILL make into fastbacks too drive an race each other daily
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
LOL! That's great! Nothing like a father son project!
@allendaigle6351
@allendaigle6351 Жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 where y'all from in united kingdom
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
@@allendaigle6351 We're in Arkansas, US.
@allendaigle6351
@allendaigle6351 Жыл бұрын
Hurray y'all from same planet where everyone goin nuts
@matzrat5006
@matzrat5006 Жыл бұрын
If you want to go racing , coupe lighter than a fastback .
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 Жыл бұрын
Barely, about 40lbs or so. Doubt that would make much difference.
@matzrat5006
@matzrat5006 Жыл бұрын
@@ScottHarness1 ok, if you say so, but real diff, is a coup will only cost your a quarter what a fastback will.
@sucapizda
@sucapizda 2 жыл бұрын
You sir just misgendered every “they” that identifies as a car. Better start looking over your shoulder now for the cancel mob. Lol.
@ScottHarness1
@ScottHarness1 2 жыл бұрын
Lol! Cracking me up!
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