1968 Mustang Fastback ‘The Snake Eater’

August 24th, 2006 by CobraMatt

TPI Performance of Wichita, Kansas is headed to SEMA 2006 with one tricked out 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback dubbed the “The Snake Eater” which they restored as part of a weekly project show on Motor’n TV.

The Mustang was completely taken apart down to it’s birthday suit and media blasted so the team could figure out what they were up against with rust and damaged panels. TPI decided that some work was needed and a few panels had to be replaced but nothing they could not handle. With all of the body work done TPI went ahead and added the ever popular Eleanor kit which they modified to their specifications to give it a unique look.

TPI than turned it’s attention to the engine bay with the installation of a 427 V8 with a 6 speed transmission. With an engine like that and power going to be high you will definately need a suspension to get those ponies transferred to the road so TPI installed a completely new suspension front and rear, with a 9” Ford rear end and Baer brakes on all four corners. The car also sports a full roll cage, H.R.E Wheels, complete sound system by ARC Audio.

If you make it to SEMA this year this is definately one car you should stop by and admire. For more information along with build photos click here.