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This is a 1968 build date Mangusta model.

Color = Yellow

Version: Mangusta
Chassis: 8MA 632
Engine: 289 Ford V8
Headlights: Four
Year built: 1969
Exterior: Red
Interior: Black
First owner: TBC

History:
Factory Air Conditioning option.
September 2007 for sale at 19,300 miles with PI Motorsport, Orange, California.
June 2010 for sale at 19,340 miles with Motorcar Gallery, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

From the private collection of one of Southern California’s top collectors comes this exquisite 1969 DeTomaso Mangusta.
Restored by the owner to the highest standards.
Incredible body, paint and interior. Stripped to bare metal. Minimal bodywork required which was done with metal filler.
Most probably one of the finest Mangustas offered for sale by us.
Engine and transmission are stock with less than 20,000 observed miles. An Offenhauser intake manifold is used. New carburetor and ignition points.
Clutch disc, pressure plate and flywheel were restored.
Heat retardant insulation installed to minimize heat intrustion into the cabin.
Shown for the first time in April of 2012 at the LaJolla Concours and earning the coveted People’s Choice Award over a field of Exotics, Classics and other collector cars.
If you have ever dreamed of owning a Mangusta, this is one of the most desirable models you will ever find. This is the 4 headlight style with only a few minor upgrades which can be easily changed for major Concours presentation.

Pricing
$139,995.95.

Unusually low mileage of 19,300 mi.
Well maintained and very original appearing and complete.
Upgraded A/C system
Rebuilt engine with some mild performance parts.
Paint has scratches, chips, dings and some minor dents. Some evidence of early stage rust in lower rockers. The paint is consistent with the age of the car. Those who desire a show-quality or near show-quality finish will want to take this car into the paint shop. The car is still respectable and rich with original patina.
Non-stock components are the A/C system, air cleaner and mufflers.
Interior is complete down to the switches but seats will benefit from stitching or re-trimming.
Wheels have been powder-coated.
Verdict: Mangustas are very hard to find in recent months, especially ones in this condition or higher. Often times Mangustas will suffer from missing parts, moderate to severe rust, incorrect modifications and/or over-restoring. This is a car that can be used and enjoyed right now. When winter comes or a slow period of use occurs, slip this car into the paint and body shop for a full strip and paint or a simple re-spray over corrected bodywork. Long-term, we expect Mangusta prices to escalate and escalate substantially. These rare cars are matchless in their design and with a few upgrades, can be made into real performers.