Vehicle Description
1998 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
The fourth generation Ford Mustang was an automobile produced by
Ford for the 1994 through 2004 model years. For 1994, the Ford
Mustang underwent its first major redesign in fifteen years, being
introduced in November 1993 and launching on December 9, 1993. The
design, code named "SN-95" by Ford, was based on an updated version
of the Fox platform, the final Ford vehicle underpinned with this
platform. It featured styling by Bud Magaldi that incorporated some
stylistic elements from the classic Mustangs.
The mid point of this iteration of the venerable Mustang, this one
has an engine swap from a 98 Cobra including the computer and
instruments. Some new wheels, and H pipe cat delete and replaced
with a Flowmaster cat back exhaust. Also, a replaced interior and
top both now black. Pony up my friends here we go!
Exterior
Crystal White covers the body panels hood and trundled. It is in
nice condition, with no rust. Body matching bumpers have inset
lights and curved openings to allow airflow to the engine. The
rockers have flairs and just in front of the rear wheel well is a
small air duct now replacing the hockey stick inset of yore. On the
rear is an integrated bumper with COBRA badge and the famous three
taillights which have remained since the dawn of the Mustang in
1965. A small spoiler swoops mildly upward and below we see chromed
tips peeking out from the bottom. A newer black convertible top
with a clear glass rear window remains nice and tight above. Black
17-inch FR500 wheels are now on all 4 corners.
Interior
Utilizing sweeping eyebrow like curves for the dash which plunges
with nose like structure into the center console and creates a
sweeping look to the interior. Original Cobra gauges steering wheel
and shift lever reside here, all very clean and neat. Black leather
buckets showing some folds and creases but no cracks or wear off
are in front and a snug 2 plus 2 rear bench, also in leather,
resides in the rear. Black carpet floods the floors, and a
replacement tan panel is within the airbag area on the passenger
side.
Drivetrain
Swapping out the original, this Cobra clone (Fobra) sports a 4.6
Liter DOHC 32 Valve V8 and has 305hp. This mill has EFI, and a
5-speed manual T45 transmission. The Ford 8.8-inch rear with 3.27
gears has a Trac Loc axle.
Undercarriage
No rust, silvery floorpans, and an H pipe cat delete exhaust is now
seen underneath in Flowmaster cat back form. Independent coil
springs on front and a 4 link with coil spring rear suspension
utilizes Eibach springs that provide a 2-inch drop. Power disc
brakes are all around.
Drive-Ability
Started right up, and we were off. My test driver drove, and we
were able to break it loose in second gear, so there is plenty of
power. The car rides nicely and handles decently. A few of the
interior features were inoperable, but nothing serious. We
questioned with no answer about the tan panel on the passenger's
side.
All nicely done this self-described "Fobra" has been honed from a
Mustang. It sports the Cobra engine, and Cobra badging on the front
quarter and rear bumper. Black replaces tan on the top and
interior, and all remains well with this car.
VIN Decode
1FAFP45X7WF163355
1-USA
F-Ford Motor Company
A-Passenger Car
F-Manual Belts, Front Airbags
P45-GT Convertible
X-4.6L V8 225hp
7-Check Digit
W-1998
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
163355-Sequential Unit Number
Door Sticker
EXT PNT ZR-Crystal White
INT TR DS-Tan Leather
AXLE LE-8.8" 3.27 TracLoc
TR 6-Tremec T45 5 Speed Manual
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 500 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
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