This 1968 Ford Mustang was originally built as an R-code 428 4V fastback GT, and it was rebuilt as a licensed Eleanor Tribute Edition of the star vehicle featured in the 2000 version of the film Gone in 60 Seconds. Power comes from a 428ci V8 linked to a Tremec five-speed manual transmission and a 9” rear end, and chassis updates include a Mustang II-style front end, 17″ Halibrand-style alloys, and Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes. The interior is trimmed in black and features bucket seats, a roll bar, air conditioning, a retro-look head unit, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and updated gauges. This Eleanor build is now offered by the seller on behalf of its owner with a Deluxe Marti Report, a build binder, and a Texas title.
An Eleanor-style body kit was installed and the exterior was painted black with gray stripes. Exterior details include a bulged hood with exposed locks as well as center-mounted fog lights, side-exit exhaust outlets, a bullet-style side mirror, a polished fuel filler cap, a rear spoiler, and sequential taillights.
The TCI Mustang II-style front end features tubular control arms, coilovers, rack-and-pinion steering, and a sway bar. Wilwood brakes and 17″ Halibrand-style alloys are mounted all around.
Bucket seats, a console, a custom shifter, and a roll bar were fitted inside, and the car also has a retro-look radio and air conditioning.
The walnut-rimmed steering wheel fronts updated gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 545 miles, approximately 506 of which were added under current ownership.
The car was delivered with an R-code 428 4V Cobra Jet V8, and it was rebuilt with roller rockers, a COMP Camshaft, aluminum heads, MSD ignition, and a Quick Fuel carburetor on an Edelbrock manifold. The aluminum radiator is cooled by dual electric fans.
A Tremec five-speed manual and hydraulic clutch were installed, and the exhaust system features Doug’s headers, cutouts, and a side-exit system.
The car was registered as an official Eleanor Tribute Edition.
A Deluxe Marti Report denotes the car’s original specifications.
The current title lists the odometer reading as “Exempt”, and the prior Arizona title carried a Not Actual Mileage odometer code.