A Restoration Born from Nostalgia
In the early 2000s, Tom decided it was time to restore the Mustang. He had retired and finally had the time and resources to begin. He contacted restoration shops and collected parts. The project took several years and cost around $35,000.
Every bolt and panel was carefully restored to match the original. When the work was done, the Mustang looked as new as it did in 1964. Gail was amazed to see it shining in their driveway again. The car was no longer just a memory. It was a living piece of history.
Tom even tracked down original manufacturer parts when possible. He researched paint codes, upholstery, and engine components. He wanted every detail to match what Gail first saw in the showroom decades earlier. The project became a labor of love.