Ford introduced the “original” Mustang just prior to the start of the 1965 model year, marking the beginning of a legendary journey that would eventually produce a Mustang-branded electric vehicle (referring to the Mach-E). Today, the Mustang is in its sixth generation, with a seventh-gen model scheduled for release sometime in the coming year.

However, whenever we consider classic Mustangs, we always return to the original. There is probably no other American classic that is as ubiquitous today as a 1967 to 1969 Mustang. Some 1970MY vehicles were also cool, but it all went downhill after the 1971 model year – the Mustang was no longer cool until the Boss 302 and GT500 fifth-generation models debuted after 2010.

Anyway, we simply do not see that many refurbished 1965-66 Mustangs, particularly in the more desirable Fastback configuration.

Admittedly, Jayson Tatum’s vintage Mustang does not appear to be completely stock. It appears to rest closer to the road (custom suspension), is equipped with aftermarket wheels, and has the NBA player’s initials inlaid between custom speakers.

Last year, when he turned 23, Tatum either bought or received this car as a gift, but it makes little difference. What matters is its appearance and its performance on the road. It’s also pleasant to see such a young superstar athlete paying homage to the automobile industry by driving a classic automobile rather than a vehicle from this decade.

The Boston Celtics player is preparing to challenge the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of the 2022 NBA Finals, scheduled for this Friday, June 1, in San Francisco.

Tatum has averaged 27 points per game, 6.7 rebounds per game, and 5.8 assists per game in this year’s Playoffs. This has been arguably his finest season to date, and we expect him to perform well against Steph Curry and the Warriors.