I purchased this 1966 Mustang GT clone in 2000 after working hundreds of hours preparing computer systems for Y2K. It was my reward to myself for doing my part to prevent the looming chaos that saving a little computer memory in the early days was about to unleash on the world. Many people think it wasn’t a real threat, but we in the industry know that it took a herculean effort to turn a potential chasm into a simple pothole.
It was an unfinished project when I picked it up, but had already started it’s transformation from a standard C code convertible into a Hi-Po GT clone. It had all of the mustang badge and rocker molding holes already filled, had the GT valance, fog lights, dual point distributor and 4 barrel intake already installed. All it needed was a new soft top, wheels and tires and badges and stripes.
After taking my new girlfriend for a nice ride in the countryside we ran out of gas, because of course none of the gauges worked. I knew they were both keepers once Tammy helped me push the mustang home a couple of blocks down a dirt road.
After a few more months of work “Burg” was ready for weekend cruises and date nights.
During the next 11 years or so there was a wedding and many cruises, parades, car shows and road trips with the North Texas Mustang Club and Mustang Club of America. One particularly fun event was Mustangs Across America for the Mustang 40th anniversary show in Nashville.
There were upgrades along the way too, including disk brakes, air conditioning, power steering, etc. Later on there were more upgrades, including a Keith Kraft 331 stroker and AOD.
As time went on there were also homes and babies and as life got in the way it was time to let Burg go. It was of course bitter sweet, but life moves on and Burg went to live with a nice couple in Sweden.
I moved on too and was without a vintage Mustang for a couple of years, but anyone that knows me knew that wouldn’t last long. I’ve lost count of the vintage Mustangs that have gone through my hands since, but Burg is truly the one that got away.
Thank you Burg and friends!