Vehicle Description
The Ford Mustang is now more than 50 years old, but they still
represent huge bang for the buck. In 1999 Ford brought out a
face-lifted model that gave the formerly soft-looking pony a bit of
an edge. This low-mileage 2003 Ford Mustang GT convertible is
loaded with options and shows just 43,412 original miles, making it
a good choice for fun today when you want a lot of fun for not a
lot of cash.
The SN95 Mustangs were a big step forward, but for some their looks
were a little soft, so Ford remedied the situation in 1999 with a
thoroughly updated Mustang that definitely gained some attitude.
Finished in bright silver, this GT ragtop has a subtle look that
works rather well with the aggressive body details like the scooped
hood and rear wing. You can still see echoes of the original in the
C-scoop and running pony emblem, but the profile and sleek overall
look are still contemporary today. As a fair-weather cruiser that
was always treated like something of value, this Mustang remains in
very good condition overall with a decent shine and a few signs of
use, most notably a scuff on the left rear fender that's almost
invisible. Build quality was quite good by 2003 and even in stock
form, this is a great-looking car.
GT models received some interior upgrades, including comfortable
leather bucket seats and a long list of standard features. The
light gray seats look great and show only minor signs of age, and
despite the open-air experience, the leather's in great shape. Nice
dark gray carpets are protected by rubber floor mats and the door
panels have a darker gray insert that adds a dramatic effect.
Everything works properly, including the cold A/C, and the options
list includes power windows and locks, cruise control, a tilt
wheel, and an AM/FM/CD stereo system. The gauges are big and easy
to read, monitoring all the engine's vitals and you'll find that
you quickly feel at home when you slide behind the wheel. A
redesigned convertible top powers itself in the rear well and sits
below the body line, so it looks sleek and clean even without the
boot installed. And while Mustangs were never famous for their
giant trunks, this one is usefully shaped and shows almost zero
signs of use.
The engine is a 4.6 liter SOHC V8 that powered a whole generation
of Mustangs following the demise of the 5.0. Almost as easy to
modify as its venerable pushrod ancestor, this one remains entirely
stock, which is good news if you're looking for a Mustang that
hasn't been raced or abused. It runs beautifully, idling smoothly
and pulling with seemingly bottomless reserves of torque, and
unlike the 5.0, it doesn't seem to run out of breath at high RPM.
The engine bay is tidy with a great factory look and you could
spend an afternoon cleaning things up to really make it pop. The
underside is so clean that it's easy to believe it has never seen
snow or winter weather, and the factory catalytic converters and
mufflers are still in place, a sure sign of a Mustang that has
never been abused. Handsome Torque Thrust-style 17-inch alloys are
fitted with 245/45/17 Kumho radials, perhaps only the second or
third set of tires this car has ever worn.
Fully operational and very handsome, this is a fast, fun pony car
with a lot of history behind it, making it a perennial favorite for
summertime driving. Call today!
