1998 Ford Mustang GT

Description

This 1998 Ford Mustang GT convertible features the sharp form that almost singlehandedly rekindled enthusiasm for its model and with just 55,000 miles logged and having benefitted from good care and plenty of shelter, it offers the promise of plenty of fun filled open air motoring in the future.

It still wears the same black shade it left the factory with and continues to cut an impressive appearance. The fourth generation of Mustangs, of which this specimen is a proud member, marked the model's first redesign in more than 15 years and was well-received when it debuted. It's easy to see why - this is an effortlessly appealing car that's both sporty and yet a little understated at the same time. No doubt aided by a lot of shelter from the elements over its lifetime, the paint has defied the color's tendency to age prematurely and still features an impressive shine. From all appearances, this Mustang has been well-looked after - its clear and healthy headlight and taillight lenses are another sign it hasn't been left outdoors to bake, while up front a closer inspection will show that its lower chin, so often an area that gets abused during real world use, shows no signs of having been run aground. The appeal of piloting this open air classic on a nice day is undeniable, but should the skies darken while you're out on the road, a power black convertible top sits neatly underneath its boot, waiting to be called into duty to protect you.

The black leather interior has come through the years in strong fashion. This GT has yet to see the inside of a restoration shop, and while you can see just a bit of wear on the seating, you'll come across nothing to diminish your enthusiasm, and the level of functionality it displays is downright impressive. All of the comfort and convenience features on board - including the power driver's seats, power windows and locks, and power top - work just as intended, and the air conditioning is blowing nice and cold. The dash area also looks sharp. In spite of its UV sensitive color, its dash pad shows no splits or warpage and the gauges inside its cluster remain clear and easily readable. At its center, a Pioneer AM/FM/CD stereo stands by to handle your audio needs. Airbags on both the driver and passenger side add a measure of safety should the unforeseen happen and the added anti-theft device will help ensure this drop top never leaves your possession unintended. The trunk area is clean and protected by a still fresh-looking seal to keep the elements out.

Below the hood, the engine compartment has been left in stock configuration and is nicely detailed. The fuel-injected 4.6 liter V8 that powers this Mustang is a durable, well-respected engine - there are still quite a number of its kind out on the road today. It teams with a 4 speed automatic overdrive transmission that's shifting securely and whose overdrive gear provides engine-sparing revs on the highway. Power disc brakes at all four corners bring this sharp looking Ford to quick stops as needed, while power steering makes it easy to navigate on its 16" stock GT rims outfitted with Goodyear Eagle GT tires. While the undercarriage shows some of the patina you would expect after 20 years of real world use, it continues to look strong, with solid floorpans and arrow straight frame rails. From this vantage point you can also see the bracing that Ford put into use to keep their Mustang from suffering the cowl-shake that often plagued competing droptops of the era.

Looking good and running strong, this 1998 Ford Mustang GT offers a great balance of classic charm and modern conveniences and is a ton of fun to drive. Call today!