greymack Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Hi all , well just a curious thought I was wondering what are the differences in the 64-68 years mustang notchback and or coupe's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaleDale Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 I just got a 1:1 68 302 hardtop project car. The main difference is in the detailing and styling of the side scoop behind the doors. Here's a link that will do for now. http://www.classicponycars.com/history.html Dale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 It'sa completely different style. The 64/66 were a tad smaller,bodywise. More squared off vertical sides. For 68 they got a little bigger and wider. The sides now had that nice little rounded buldge that allowed the quarter scoop to be much more prominent. The grilles are larger on the 67/8, and the rear taillight valance panel is angled deeply inward and out again, the 64/66 's is perfectly flat. There are subtle differences but they ARE TWO completely different styles. Inner panels and chassis MAY interchange, but they are two different styles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 I think he means what are the differences between notchback and coupe in each model year from '64 to '68, not the differences between the '64 and the '68. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LokisTyro Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Easiest way to see the differences would be to visit CJ Pony Parts or a similar website and look through their restoration catalog, or have one sent to you for free. There's isn't much that will transfer well from a 64-66 to a 67-68 aside from the drivetrain and floor mats.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Well, to ME, when addressing the subject of notchback and coupe, there was no difference. The three styles were notchback coupe, fastback coupe and convertible. they stayed that way till the mid 70's when the Mustang II came out with the hatchback fastback coupe thingie. at least that's how I see it, but hey, I'm just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaleDale Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 (edited) I believe the OP is using notchback and coupe as interchangeable terms to describe the same style car. Ford made a hardtop and a fastback. I think both qualify as coupes. EDIT: OOPs...And a convertible... Dale Edited September 17, 2013 by ScaleDale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakshow12 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Correct. The notchback and coupe are the same thing. Then the fastback and then the vert. I am lucky enough to own 1 notch,2 fast backs and one convertible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordRodnKustom Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 FYI - FoMoCo designated them 2 Dr. Hardtops from 1965 up to and including 1978. When the new "FOX" body was introduced (1979-93), they where officially designated 2Dr Sedan. The term coupe officially began with the introduction of the SN 95 platform in 1994. The terms coupe, notch, notch back and trunk are common lexicon and interchangeable for this body style but not technically "correct". As always, this is my opinion. Yours may differ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wisdonm Posted October 5, 2013 Share Posted October 5, 2013 I believe the fastbacks were called sports roofs, at least after '69. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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