67 Ghost Revamp

A New Chapter for ’67 Ghost

The folks over at ECD Automotive Design, who typically make waves with their stunning Land Rover and Jaguar restorations, have steered into a new lane with a very American icon—the classic Ford Mustang. Their first project, dubbed the ’67 Ghost, isn’t just a modern twist on a 1967 Mustang Fastback; it’s a whole new ballgame for vintage muscle car fans. Depending on one’s purist leanings, though, it might stir up different emotions.

Power Under the Hood

ECD’s ’67 Ghost marks their inaugural Mustang built completely in-house and sets the tone for their new, handcrafted Mustang series spanning model years 1965 to 1970. Instead of jumping on the “modern powertrain” bandwagon, ECD has leaned into classic vibes by collaborating with Roush Performance. They’ve bolted in a Roush-tuned small-block Ford V8 that’s good for a mean 465 horsepower, belting through a throaty set of pipes. The message from ECD’s CTO Elliot Humble is clear: this isn’t just any modern swap—these are enhanced originals designed to satisfy both nostalgic and current driving cravings.

Comfy Meets Retro

On stepping inside, things get interesting. ECD keeps it classy with brushed aluminum adornments true to the era while juxtaposing it with luxuries like heated Recaro seats wrapped in black leather. Those seats come with tan diamond-stitching that might seem a bit much for a muscle car traditionalist, as does the Alpine touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and that live-feed rearview mirror—tech that could break the spell of the classic Mustang experience for some avid fans.

The exterior maintains the classic Mustang look—well, mostly. It’s sprayed in a crisp High Gloss Mineral White with a splash of Santorini Black Metallic stripes. Yet, those 17-inch Rambler chrome wheels paired with Nitto rubber may break the visual flow of the brawny, low-slung charm these cars are known for. However, they fit snugly on a Roadster Shop RS Spec chassis and there’s no denying the impressive 11-inch drilled & slotted rotors with bold red calipers lurking behind.

Future Direction

ECD’s journey with the Mustang doesn’t stop here. They’ve got more in the pipeline, including models drawing inspiration from iconic Shelby and Boss designs. The starting price? A cool $279,995. It’s a Rolex-kind-of-price which raises the question of value versus passion. That said, there’s an appreciation for ECD opting not to electrify this pony—keeping petrolheads chirping with joy. For those who dream of blending classic aesthetics with modern convenience, it seems ECD is committed to delivering a truly unique muscle car experience.