1989 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

Description

During the 1980s, the muscle car market had dwindled, but the Mustang managed to survive. The new generation of Mustang, often referred to as the "Fox Body," offered compact, sports performance with an electronic fuel-injected V8. To combat increasing international competition, the 302 cu-in was marketed as the "5.0" with two badges on each front fender. While the car was rated in excess of 200 horsepower, its 285 lb-ft peak torque was its real selling point. Thanks to its snappy throttle response, the Mustang GT could go from zero to 60 mph in about six seconds. Car and Driver gave the Mustang an edge over its primary rival, the Chevrolet Camaro, due to its sportier feel. This 1980s model of the Ford Mustang has changed very little over the past 37 years, making it a fantastic opportunity to acquire an example of an American muscle car. 

Highlights 

• Powered by a 5.0-liter V8 mated to a four-speed Automatic Overdrive transmission 

• Finished in Light Grey with black body side molding, insert stripe 

• The interior is upholstered in Medium Grey cloth 

• A replacement convertible top with new rear windows was installed under the current ownership 

• Chrome plated 16 inch five-spoke wheels with 215/60 BF Goodrich Touring tires 

• Alpine AM/FM radio with a CD receiver with a trunk Phoenix Gold mounted amplifier and two Kicker Comp speakers 

• Please note that while the odometer displays just over 9,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is believed to be just over 109,000 miles 

Features 

• Air conditioning  

• Fog lamps 

• Front air dam and rear spoiler 

• Bodyside molding 

• Remote controlled mirrors 

• Low-back reclining bucket seats 

• Electronic digital clock 

• Map light 

• Cigarette lighter 

• Stalk-mounted controls  

• Power steering 

• Power front disc brakes 

• Rack and pinion steering 

• Dual sun visors with vanity mirrors 

• Cruise control 

• Alarm system with perimeter warning and remote 

Known Imperfections 

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report has an accident report on 5 January 2005, noting the car received “damage to left front” and “it hit an animal.” The owner reports the damage to have been minimal, as the car is said to retain the original headlights.  

• Intermittent fault with the remote-control mirror switch 

Included 

• Two sets of keys 

• Alarm remote and manual 

Ownership History 

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report starts with the car in Missouri in May 1990, with 14,899 miles indicated at the time. Subsequent registrations are listed in Illinois and Missouri before it was purchased by the current owner in September 2023.