1986 Mustang Svo - 98% Originial, Very Good Condition on 2040-cars
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.3 Turbo
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Trim: SVO
Options: Cassette Player
Safety Features: Driver Airbag
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 106,120
Sub Model: SVO
Exterior Color: Red
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Gray
Number of Doors: 3
Number of Cylinders: 4
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Up for sale is my 1986 Mustang SVO. If you're found this ad, you likely already know what this car it, and what it's got, or have at least researched it. For a vehicle built in the mid 80's, I am still amazed at what it came with and how it still handles, being very tight and responsive. Seeing how things have progressed, it was indeed a car produced well before it's time (yeah "ecoboost" engines, I'm talking about you). And the seats..omg. The seats alone are a work of art and by far the most comfortable and supportive I've ever come across in a vehicle.
I purchased the car 6 years ago from an individual in Texas, with the intention of restoring it, repainting, etc. Instead it has been sitting in storage for the most part. Funny how work, kids, and life in general makes the "fun stuff" so much harder to do.
- What I know about the car -
It lived in Texas it's whole life until I bought it.
Everything on it is original, down to the crap 80's paint.
The top end was rebuilt by the previous owner, and a manual ball style boost controller was installed. The controller is still functional and does what it's supposed to.
It has A/C, which has been converted to R-134 and more importantly, is functional and blows cold.
Previous owner added a magnaflow catback exhaust.
The koni adjuster is still in the glovebox too.
- What I have done to the car -
Installed a K&N on the intake hose (seen in pic, original air box will come with).
Added newer mustang wheels (originals will come with, those to are in very good condition).
Had the clutch replaced with a SPEC 2+.
Replaced driver side spat, which was missing when I purchased.
Installed an Accufab adjustable fuel pressure regulator with an oil filled pressure gauge, bumped the timing up a notch and the fuel pressure up a tad also.
Annnnd in the interest of being up front, honest and making sure you have no nasty surprises (this car is 27 years old after all, it isn't perfect)
- Known issues with the car -
1- It really could use new paint. It has 27 years of driving, pitting on the nose and the normal door dings obtained over those years from inconsiderate people.
2- I believe it needs to have the ignition checked out, or possibly the key cylinder replaced. When the key is turned to ac on, it tends to need to be turned a hair further to switch the battery, fire up the fuel pump, etc. There are times where it takes a couple of tries to start the car, others it fires right up. I believe it is due to this minor issue.
3- When the clutch was replaced, it's possible there is a slight misalignment with something. The drivetrain is rather loud between 2500-3200 rpm's, if you can imagine or know what gear rollover sounds like, that's the best possible description of the noise I can suggest.
4- The steering wheel and gear shift could use a recovering.
5- It will need tires. I spent over a full year out of the country and recently returned, and for obvious reasons, was unable to drive the car while I was gone. One or more of the tires unfortunately has developed a flat spot. It's not unbearable when driving so the choice is yours if you choose to drive it home.
6- The hatch lock needs to checked out or replaced. It's secure and will not open as is, but does not pop open when the button is pushed, and the key doesn't unlock it either.
7- The headlights develop condensation (common), the lower rear spoiler has a small crack (see pic) and the inflatable lumbar supports do not hold pressure for long.
Aside from that, the car it a blast drive and still turns heads (probably because most people don't know what it is). If you pick it up, you could indeed drive it across the country without issue (aside from #2 cropping up at fuel stops). The pictures of the car in this ad are meant the be as unflattering as possible. I want to ensure you see the car as it is, and with no fluff of flair to influence your decision to bid/purchase.
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