Vehicle Description
2002 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-year of this generation of the venerable Mustang, this
SN-95 style convertible, painted with an interesting factory color
of Mineral Gray Metallic, 17-inch Bullitt wheels, medium parchment
leather interior and a stout 4.6 liter SOHC EFI V8 to power you
down the highways and byways. Pony up and put the top down we are
going to make some mineral rain.
Exterior
In keeping with tradition, Mustang designers carry over several
design cues on every generation they produce, and this one is no
exception. With a more rounded design, shades of the ones that came
before them with recognizable headlights now smoothed into the
front end, and the central grille with the galloping horse badge in
the center. Do you know why the horse is facing to the onlookers
left? Because the designer of it was left-handed and it was easier
to draw! A long hood starts out being bathed in the factory applied
Mineral Gray Metallic as we move our eyes rearward. A central scoop
melts into the body matching front glass swept back support and its
clear glass. From this top of the swept back windscreen point, the
canvas takes over and presents in nice black, no tears or blemishes
and a clear glass rear window. Being power activated, it is an easy
up and down. Doors with well minded gaps have another earlier cue
in the hockey stick cove which is in the beginnings of the rear
quarter on this model. The color has gone totally black at this
point. On the back is a small but effective spoiler, and a now
integrated curved trio of rear taillights, (think 1964-1/2!), with
a large rear neoprene bumper dual exhaust and a large MUSTANG badge
finishes off the back. 5 spoke Bullitt wheels with a central
galloping horse badge are on all 4 corners and this completes our
tour of the exterior.
Interior
Nicely curved molded door panels house the power window, power lock
and power mirror toggles and controls and have a built-in speaker
to boot. The parchment shows up on these panels along with some
darker tan and even a brown panel for the buttons. Nicely aged,
slightly smudged parchment bucket seats have just the right amount
of slight creases and folds like easily aged leather tends to do.
These have high backs and rounded headrests for extra protection,
as well as an embroidered white galloping pony. The 2 plus 2 rear
seat is in the back and has a surprising amount of room, making the
climb back there worthwhile for the ride. Tan carpet floods the
floors and is nicely cleaned, and in the center a console runs up
to the dash. At their meeting point is a curvaceous panel which
houses the AM/FM/6-CD radio, temp controls and A/C venting, rises
gracefully to form dual eyebrows for the instruments and glove
box/airbag dash. Dark and light brown are used here as well. The
instruments are a single panel with analog gauges which reside
nicely under half of that curved dash top. Also, a shout out to the
trunk which is very clean and covered with its original
felting.
Drivetrain
Under that scooped hood is an original 4.6 liter Single Overhead
Cam V8. This mill has EFI on top and a Tremec 3650 5-speed manual
transmission on back. Rear wheels are driven by a Ford 8.8 inch
3.27 Trac-Loc rear axle with new axle seals. Engine condition is
showing patina and some corrosion on various surfaces and bolt
ons.
Undercarriage
A coating of heavier surface rust is seen on some suspects like the
rear axle drive shaft, and front part of the pumpkin. Also, the
forward part of the exhaust has this surface rust but remains
solid. The floor pans and unibody remain rust free and even have a
bit of shine to them. A few scrapes are noted on the K-member
bracing, but nothing is structurally diminished. Mostly typical for
an aged Ford product, all structurally sound. Power disc brakes are
on all 4 corners with new front pads, rotors and calipers, and a
note to that Flowmaster exhaust has been installed.
Drive-Ability
This car started right up and I flipped the top down and it was off
to the sunny test track. Here it had nice acceleration, a throaty
sound, and good handling and braking. It is a comfortable car to
drive, and it could handle a long cruise with ease and comfort. The
only frown that crept up during our drive was that the AC
directional door seemed to stick, but nothing that prohibited us
from enjoying ourselves. Our consignor also notes that the
passenger's window does leak during heavy rains.
If you've been looking for an entry level classic take a close look
at this 2002 version. Sedate Mineral Gray Metallic, 4.6 liter,
5-speed manual, and convertible. Insert key, turn, go! Enjoy this
gray Chevy driving people eater.
VIN DECODE
1FAFP45X42F172220
1-USA
F-Ford Motor Company
A-Passenger Car
F-Active Belts & Airbags
P45-2 Door Mustang GT Convertible
X-4.6L V8
4-Check Digit
2-2002
F-Dearborn Mi Assy Plant
172220-Sequential Unit Number
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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
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