This 1967 Mustang is not what you expect, and that's what makes it so intriguing | Carscoops

      A unique 1967 Mustang, customized during its era by an Italian coachbuilder and featuring rectangular lights and an extended hood, is now available for sale.

      This redesigned fastback, enhanced by the renowned Zagato of Milan, showcases a new front end and a hood scoop. It is powered by a factory 289ci V8 engine paired with a four-speed manual transmission.

      Thanks in part to its prominent role in Steve McQueen’s film "Bullitt," the 1967-68 Ford Mustang fastback has become one of the most cherished American collector cars. However, with nearly 115,000 units produced, many still on the road, standing out at car shows requires something exceptional. Being one of just two vehicles modified by the famous Italian carrozzeria certainly adds to its allure.

      This particular car was altered in the late 1960s by Zagato, known for its bold and sometimes divisive designs, such as the Aston DB4 GT Zagato and the Bristol 412. While much of the body remains unchanged, the front end underwent significant modifications that may not appeal to contemporary tastes but were stylish at the time.

      The Zagato team replaced the original circular headlights with more modern rectangular Carello units, extended the hood and bodywork to emphasize the narrowed grille, which still displays the galloping Mustang emblem. A striking, low-profile scoop is prominently featured in the center of the hood, and Zagato Elaborazione badges were added to the front fenders, with turn signals mounted above the front bumper. The Mustang was also repainted in Holly Green.

      Head-on, the car presents a resemblance to the Citroen Ami 8, the original Ford Capri, and the Peugeot 504, despite those models being released later. Additionally, there are intriguing similarities between Zagato's interpretation of the 1967 Mustang and Ford’s Mustang Mach 1 concept, finalized in late 1966, which foreshadowed the design of the 1969 models. However, it remains unclear if Zagato was influenced by the Mach 1 during its modification process.

      Inside, the front bucket seats are trimmed in white vinyl with black inserts, while the majority of the Mustang retains its original features, including the four-barrel A-code 289 ci (4.7-liter) V8 engine. This mid-range motor was originally rated at 225 gross hp (228 PS) and continues to be mated to its original four-speed manual transmission.

      The initial European owner used the Mustang until the 1980s before it was stored for a time, later being rescued by the current owner's father a decade post-storage. After undergoing restoration, it has been utilized throughout Europe, taking part in events such as the Mille Miglia, and is now being auctioned through Bring a Trailer.

      Though it may not be the most attractive Mustang, it represents a captivating chapter in pony car history and is one of only two modified by Zagato, with the other being a GT 350. If you’d like to see more details, you can view the original listing here.