The 5.0 Mustang was arguably as big an influence on car culture as the original small-block Chevy. Putting traditional high performance within reach of almost everyone with a checkbook, it shouldn't be a surprise that Ford built millions of them. However, for those same reasons, finding one that hasn't been abused, raced, cut up, modified, and thrashed to within an inch of its life is definitely a challenge 20 years later. This fox body also comes with the original window sticker, receipts, and owner's manuals. Fortunately, we were able to round up this gorgeous 5-speed 1989 Mustang GT convertible in a stunning black-over-red color combination. Aside from a set of ubiquitous Flowmaster mufflers and a cold air intake, it is completely stock, and with just over 30,000 original miles, it has never been used as a daily driver. The original black paint has survived the intervening years quite well, showing a great gloss and still presenting very well, given how the factory was applying paint back then. The urethane ground effects that give the GT its unique look are in excellent condition, and both doors fit well because the body hasn't been torqued by big horsepower and sticky tires at the strip. All the black rubber parts that usually turn gray with age and UV damage are supple and dark, including the window sills and inserts on the trunk-mounted luggage rack, which was Ford's way of disguising the CHMSL on the ragtop Mustangs. And, of course, the "cheese grater" taillights are in excellent condition, the headlights haven't turned cloudy, and, well, someone clearly loved this Mustang. The red cloth interior is inviting and functional, with supportive buckets that were some of the best on the market in 1989. The dash is simple, with great high-visibility gauges, fingertip controls for headlights, and big rotary knobs for the A/C system. The subtle plaid fabric actually works really well, giving the Mustang a kind of upscale look inside, and there's virtually zero wear, even on the high-traffic side bolsters. Heck, even the center armrest and ashtray door are intact, two plastic items that rarely survive the years. This GT came loaded with just about every option, including A/C, power windows and locks, cruise control, interval wipers, and an AM/FM/cassette stereo which still works properly. A black power top offers a glass rear window and stows under a contrasting red boot that gives it a sleek look. The 5.0 liter EFI V8 under the hood is the reason the Mustang was the pony car of choice for an entire generation. Great sound, bulletproof performance, impressive torque, and an aftermarket that could transform it into anything your wallet could afford. This one is largely stock, and hasn't been raced or abused, with only the aforementioned Flowmasters and the air intake being modified, probably for sound as much as anything else. This pony also carries the highly desirable 5-speed manual, which feeds a set of 3.08 gears in the Track-Lok 8.8-inch rear end. Undercoated and clean, this is the kind of Mustang we all long to find and which is becoming increasingly scarce today. Even the original 15-inch turbine wheels are virtually unmarked, sporting correct 225/60/15 Goodyear Gatorbacks. Documented with the original window sticker, receipts, and manuals, you won't find many 5-speed 5.0 Mustangs that are nicer than this. Call today! This vehicle is located in our Dallas/Fort Worth showroom. For more information, please call (817) 764-8000 or toll free (855) 877-2707.
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