MCCM is often contacted by phone or email to provide estimates/quotes on restoring vintage Mustangs, or to "Ball Park" the cost. It is difficult to prepare an intelligent estimate not having the vehicle at hand. Without evaluating the current condition (structural/operational/appearance) & without discussing the owner's goals & intended end use for the car, developing a projected restoration cost is near impossible.

A complete Mustang restoration encompass all of these major areas:

• Frame, floor & cowl reconstruction.......................................19%
• Engine, drive train & exhaust..............................................22%
• Brakes (parking & hydraulic systems) & tires..........................05%
• Suspension, steering parts & related components.....................05%
• Body work, sheet metal & exterior paint................................29%
• Electrical (battery, ignition, lights, lamps, & instruments)...........05%
• Exterior (chrome, trim, emblems & weather-strips)..................05%
• Interior & soft trim (upholstery, carpet & trim)........................10%

COSTS-

As a general rule, the cost breakdown to restore the average 30+ year Mustang is 60% labor & 40% parts & supplies. Mid County Classic Mustang's shop rate is $80.00 per man-hour, plus parts, shop supplies & related materials. The Mustang restoration is usually a sound investment, in that the FFMV (Future Fair Market Value) of a vintage Mustang historically tends to appreciate each year rather than depreciate as a new car would. This is true because demand for vintage Mustangs remains consistent & the supply of available vintage Mustangs is decreasing as the years pass.

RESULTS-

Our primary focus is on producing Mustang street restorations, defined as a high quality: attractive, mechanically reliable & safe vehicles. Equipped & properly installed with a combination of high quality reproduction, dependable after market replacement, & Genuine Ford service replacement parts.

Show cars would have all correct OEM (original equipment manufacturer) dated components, be detailed & refined to "like new" or "showroom" condition. To take a Street restoration to Show level be prepared to add another 25-40% to the basic restoration cost. Of course each restoration project varies, depending on the specific model's optional equipment, the vehicle's current mechanical condition & the degree of wear/deterioration.

1966 Mustang Sprint Restored for Mike Gerardi by MCCM in the Summer of 2003

SUMMARY-

Restoring a vintage, antique or collectable automobile can be a time consuming & sometimes costly undertaking. The end result is a unique combination of the restorer's experience/vehicle knowledge, quality of the workmanship, management practices & the owner's commitment to the project. A professionally restored Mustang is a thing of beauty to be driven, admired & enjoyed for many years to come. The experience of watching a tired, worn out automobile come "back to life" is long remembered as well as the time, care & concern that went into it.

We hope this outline offers some insight & answers to your restoration questions. Payment terms & any additional areas of interest can be directed to us by phone or email 24/7. Complete written detailed estimates are available for a refundable fee.

PJ Vassallo
Owner/Manager
Mid County Classic Mustang