The 1967 Mustang engine range includes the 200 inline-six, 289 V8 variants, and 390 V8. Identify both the specification recorded for the car and the engine installed now. They may differ after decades of repairs and modifications.
Common 1967 Mustang engine codes
| Code | Engine description |
|---|---|
| T | 200 cubic-inch inline-six |
| C | 289 V8, two-barrel carburetor |
| A | 289 V8, four-barrel carburetor |
| K | 289 High Performance V8 |
| S | 390 V8, four-barrel carburetor |
The licensed 1967 Ford shop manual sample, vehicle identification page 1-2, provides the engine-code descriptions. Its complete chart covers several Ford models. This table is a short Mustang reference, not the whole chart.
A code does not identify every part under the hood
Photograph readable markings and the engine installation. Keep records of replacement engines, carburetors, ignition, cooling, transmission, and accessory changes. Ask a specialist to resolve identity questions before paying for an originality claim or ordering configuration-dependent parts.
What to ask during an inspection
- Is the car safe to run and road test?
- How does it start cold and restart when warm?
- Are there leaks, overheating, unusual noises, or charging problems that need diagnosis?
- What tests are needed to assess engine condition, and what do the results mean?
- Do the brakes, cooling, wiring, steering, and drivetrain changes suit the current installation?
Choosing work for a car you already own
Start with a diagnosis and your intended use. A repair that makes the existing car dependable may be more useful than an upgrade that opens several other jobs. Ask the shop to separate necessary repairs from optional changes and quote each clearly.
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Page updated: September 7, 2026
Read the common 1967 Mustang engine codes and distinguish the recorded engine from the one installed now.
- The T, C, A, K, and S descriptions come from the licensed 1967 Ford shop manual sample, vehicle identification page 1-2. Its complete chart includes other Ford models.
- The inspection questions do not diagnose engine condition or verify an originality claim.
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