For Sale: 1985 Ford Mustang in Saugatuck, Michigan

1985 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L Hatchback - 1-Owner - 14,499 Original Miles - All-Original Paint - Dealer Undercoated From New - "Holy Grail" 5-Speed Manual 4V H.O. - Original Window Sticker

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The 1985 Mustang GT represents what Fox Body purists widely consider the true "holy grail" specification of carbureted Ford performance. As the final and most powerful year of the carbureted 5.0L High Output V8, 1985 stands alone as the single, one-year-only model that paired Ford's newly introduced factory hydraulic roller camshaft with a 4-barrel Holley 4180C carburetor, functional dual-snorkel aluminum air cleaner, and a Borg-Warner T-5 5-speed manual overdrive transmission. Sourced directly from the widow of its original master mechanic owner, this authentic one-owner survivor has covered just 14,499 original miles from new and is fully documented by its original factory window sticker.

Original Window Sticker & VIN Decoding

VIN (1FABP28M1FF119255):

1FA: Ford Motor Company USA

B: Active Seatbelts

P: Passenger Car

28: Mustang 3-Door Hatchback (GT)

M: 5.0-Liter H.O. 4V V8 Engine

1: Check Digit

F: 1985 Model Year

F: Dearborn, Michigan Assembly Plant

119255: Sequential Production Number

Model: Mustang GT 3-Door Sedan (Body Code 61B)

Exterior Paint: Medium Canyon Red Metallic (Paint Code 2A)

Interior: Charcoal / Red Accented Articulated Sport Bucket Seats

Selling Dealer: Al Piemonte Ford Sales, Inc. - Melrose Park, Illinois

Total Suggested Retail Price: $10,778.00

Factory Standard Equipment & Options:

5.0L H.O. 4V V8 Engine (Factory Rated at 210 HP and 270 lb-ft Torque)

5-Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission

Traction-Lok Rear Axle

Handling Suspension

15 x 7 Cast Aluminum 10-Hole Phone Dial Wheels

P225/60VR15 BSW Performance Tires

Power Steering & Power Front Disc Brakes

Articulated Sport Bucket Seats with Adjustable Thigh & Lumbar Support

Tilt Steering Wheel & Heavy-Duty Battery

Factory Speed Control (Cruise Control)

Rear Window Defroster

AM/FM 4-Speaker Electronic Stereo Cassette

Light & Convenience Group Package

Diagnostic Warning Module & Electronic Digital Clock

Rarity & Production Breakdown

Total 1985 Mustang Production: 156,514 units across all models.

Total 1985 Mustang GT Hatchbacks Produced: Approximately 36,849 units.

Medium Canyon Red Metallic (Code 2A) 5.0L Hatchbacks: Only 4,716 units produced across both LX 5.0 and GT hatchbacks combined.

When narrowed down to a factory 5-speed manual GT hatchback finished in Medium Canyon Red Metallic with speed control and power convenience packages, this car represents one of only an estimated 2,500 to 3,000 examples built for 1985, and easily one of the finest, lowest-mileage survivors left anywhere today.

Body, Factory Paint & Preservation

100% Original Paint Verified: We thoroughly inspected the entire exterior using a digital paint meter, consistently reading around 2.1 mils throughout, confirming all-original factory paint with zero repaints, zero blending, and zero Bondo or filler anywhere.

Rust-Free Preserved Structure: Sold new by legendary Chicago dealer Al Piemonte Ford, the original owner opted for dealer undercoating upon delivery. Because of this initial protection and careful indoor climate-controlled storage, the underbody and chassis components are exceptionally clean, and the door bottoms are bone dry.

Exterior Brightwork & Stance: The factory Canyon Red paint retains great gloss, the dark charcoal hood decal and GT ground effects remain crisp, and the car rides on its factory 15x7 cast aluminum 10-hole wheels with tires showing deep, healthy tread.

Mechanical Condition & Driving Dynamics

"Holy Grail" 5.0L H.O. 4V V8 Powertrain: 1985 is universally celebrated because it captures the sweet spot before electronic fuel injection took over in 1986. It is the only factory combination that paired the high-revving hydraulic roller cam with Holley 4-barrel carb induction and dual-snorkel air cleaner, pumping out 210 factory horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque.

Upgrades & Maintenance: Cherished and maintained throughout its life by a master mechanic, the engine runs exceptionally smooth and makes great power. Subtle period upgrades-such as an upgraded performance distributor and quality ignition wires-were installed to enhance reliability while keeping the overall engine bay completely faithful to factory appearance.

Driving Manners: The Borg-Warner T-5 5-speed manual shifts with tight, crisp precision, the factory clutch engages smoothly, and the car tracks and stops straight and confident with no vibrations or pulling.

Cabin & Interior Features
Inside, the charcoal cockpit with red contrast piping looks like a true time capsule. The high-bolstered articulated sport seats remain firm and clean, the dash pad and door panels show no sun fading or cracking, the headliner is taut, and all gauges and factory warning modules function properly. The odometer displays just 14,499 original miles.

Documented Fox Body GTs with single-owner master-mechanic provenance, verified factory paint, zero structural rust, and sub-15k original miles are almost impossible to come by. This is an investment-grade Fox Body ready for any premier Ford collection.

Contact Us By Call or Text Anytime!! Chicago Car Club - 312-420-3696

PLEASE BE SURE TO WATCH OUR DETAILED YOUTUBE VIDEO! Visit our website for even more high-resolution photos, including full engine and underbody photos as well!