A Collection Of Thoroughbred Pony Cars Heads To Auction In Florida

In recent years, curated collections evolved as a major part of the auction landscape, and another noteworthy group is set to cross the block at the Mecum Kissimmee 2026 auction. Running January 6-18 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida, the event will feature the Thoroughbred Mustang Collection, a lineup highlighted by several desirable, well-documented stallions.

The entire collection will cross the block on Thursday, January 15, offering bidders and enthusiasts a special opportunity to see the entire group up for grabs in one day. This collection spans more than four decades of Mustang history, from early production K-Code and Pace Car models to award-winning Shelby GT350s and a low-mile S197 Bullitt. Throughout the lineup, documentation, rarity, and earned awards are common themes.

Two Shelby GT350 fastbacks anchor the collection. A 1966 GT350 carryover, one of just 252 produced, leads the group with SAAC Premiere and MCA Thoroughbred Gold credentials. It is joined by a highly decorated 1967 GT350 that garnered SAAC, MCA, and Team Shelby honors, making it one to watch as the collection crosses the block.

Rarity continues to define the rest of the lineup. A 1965 K-Code convertible stands out as one of just 22 known 1964½ examples in existence, while a 1965 Pace Car Edition coupe adds early production history that collectors continue to chase. Other highlights include concours-winning GT and convertible models, unrestored originals, and a 428 Cobra Jet-powered Mach 1.

The collection also extends into the not-so-distant past with a low-mileage 2008 Mustang Bullitt upgraded with Roush supercharged power, giving it the power to match its limited-edition caliber.

With strong Mustang results recorded at recent Mecum Kissimmee auctions, several of these cars are expected to draw serious attention once bidding opens. They aren’t the only Blue Oval machines crossing the block at Osecela Heritage Park, however, and we plan to head over to check the hundreds of Fords for sale and pick out a few in-person favorites.