For Sale: 2001 Ford Mustang in Bradenton, Florida

2001 Ford Mustang GT Convertible �€" Silver over Gray, V8, Customized and Florida-Kept Why This Car Is Special The 2001 Ford Mustang GT Convertible sits at an interesting point in Mustang history. By 2001, the fourth-generation SN95 platform had been refined through seven years of production, and the GT was the volume driver of the lineup �€" a legitimately capable V8 pony car that offered the 4.6-liter modular engine, a solid rear axle, and all-disc brakes at an accessible price point. The 4.6L Two-Valve V8 that powered the 2001 Mustang GT was rated at 260 horsepower from the factory �€" a number that made it competitive against the Camaro Z28 and Trans Am of the same era, which were approaching the end of their production run. When the Camaro and Firebird were discontinued after 2002, the Mustang GT became effectively the only traditional American V8 rear-wheel-drive pony car on the market at its price point, and cars like this one suddenly carried a cultural weight they hadn't quite held before. This particular car is a silver GT convertible with a black power top, gray leather interior, and a collection of tasteful exterior and mechanical modifications that make it more capable and visually distinctive than a stock example. The VIN confirms this is a genuine GT convertible built at Ford's Dearborn Assembly Plant. It has spent time in the Florida climate, which means no rust concerns under the car �€" the underside photos confirm a clean, dry chassis consistent with a southern-state car. For buyers who want an open-air V8 Mustang that is ready to drive and already sorted, rather than a project, this 2001 Ford Mustang GT Convertible makes a straightforward case for itself. Features List - 4.6L 2-Valve V8 Engine (260 hp factory rating) - 4-Speed Automatic Transmission - Spectre Cold Air Intake with polished aluminum tubing - Power Convertible Top (black cloth) - Limited-Slip Differential - 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with 4-Wheel ABS - Red Brake Calipers - Dual Exhaust with side-exit-style rear tips - 20-inch Black Aftermarket Wheels - Billet-Style Grille - Black Hood (two-tone contrast with silver body) - Side Skirts and Body Kit - Rear Spoiler - Fog Lights - Gray Leather Bucket Seats (front and rear) - Power Driver's Seat - Power Windows - Center Console with cupholders - Tachometer - Cruise Control - Tilt Steering Wheel - Air Conditioning - Upgraded JVC Touchscreen Stereo Mechanical The heart of the 2001 Ford Mustang GT is the 4.6-liter Two-Valve modular V8. Ford introduced this engine to the Mustang GT in 1996, replacing the pushrod 5.0 that had powered Mustangs since 1979. The move was controversial at the time �€" the 5.0 had a passionate aftermarket and a reputation for easy power �€" but the modular engine proved durable and, over time, developed its own strong tuning ecosystem. By 2001, the 2V version of the 4.6 was rated at 260 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque, figures that translate to real-world performance in a car that weighs around 3,300 pounds in convertible form. This car has been fitted with a Spectre cold air intake, clearly visible in the engine bay photos with its polished aluminum tubing and red conical filter. The Spectre setup routes cooler air into the throttle body compared to the factory airbox, which pulls from the warmer engine compartment. It's a sensible and reversible modification that improves throttle response and induction sound without altering the engine's core calibration in any problematic way. Backing the V8 is a 4-speed automatic, the 4R70W in this application. It's a well-proven unit in the Mustang GT, and automatic convertibles have always made up a meaningful share of Mustang sales �€" particularly among buyers who prioritize open-air driving over lap times. The underside photos show a clean, solid chassis. The rear suspension is the 2001 Mustang GT's solid rear axle with coil springs �€" a setup that gets criticized by some but has decades of aftermarket support and is genuinely capable