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Rare 1987 Ford Mustang Red Gt Convertible. 3700 Original Miles-mint- 1 Of 702! on 2040-cars

Year:1987 Mileage:3700 Color: changes for the
Location:

Punta Gorda, Florida, United States

Punta Gorda, Florida, United States

HERE IS A ONCE AND A LIFETIME CHANCE TO PURCHASE ONE OF THE LOWEST MILAGE 1987 MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLES AROUND.  THIS IS ALSO THE MOST  DESIRABLE OF ALL THE MUSTANGS OFFERED IN 1987- A GT CONVERTIBLE- MEDIUM SCARLET RED W/ WHITE TOP & OXFORD WHITE LEATHER INTERIOR.  THIS CAR HAS 3700 ORIGINAL MILES!  AND IS A CLOSE TO NEW AS YOU WILL FIND OUT THERE!!!!  I AM A PRIVATE SELLER- SELLING MY BABY.  I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 4 YEARS NOW, AND PRIOR TO THAT IT WAS PURCHASED FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, BY THE PERSON I BOUGHT IT FROM.  CAR IS AMAZING- YOU WILL NOT FIND ONE LIKE HER.  I HAD A DELUXE "MARTI REPORT" PREPARED FOR THE CAR, AND IT WAS 1 OF 702 PRODUCED IN 1987 LIKE THIS!  THE BUILD SHEET SHOWES THE DATE IT WAS ORDED ALL THE WAY TO THE DAY IT WAS SOLD.  IT WAS SOLD AT NORTH BROTHERS FORD IN MICHIGAN ON 7/31/1987.  I HAVE SEVERAL ITEMS FROM THE DEALERSHIP THAT YEAR- A HAT/POCKET KNIFE/KEY CHAIN/DEALER DECALS.  CAR HAS ORIGNAL WINDOW STICKER AS WELL AS MANY OF THE ORIGINAL TAGS AND INFORMATION ITEMS THAT WOULD HAVE COME WITH THE CAR UPON DEIVERY (SEE PICTURES)  COME WITH THE ORIGINAL NOS OWNERS MANUAL (NEVER USED) AND A SECOND NOS MANUAL  IF YOU NEED TO LOOK SOMETHING UP. ORIGINAL KEYS WITH ALL THE ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP KEY TAG INFO (SEE PICTURES)  I ADDED NOS FRONT AND REAR SCARLET RED FLOOR MATS (I THINK I STILL HAVE THE ORIGINAL BOXES- EXPENSIVE!!!)  CAR HAS ONLY BEEN TOUCHED USING GLOVES (SEE TRUNK PHOTO).  ORIGINAL 1987 GOODYEAR GATORBACK TIRES WITH ALMOST NO MILES ON THEM.  I SAY ALMOST NO MILES- BECAUSE THE CAR FROM THE PREVIOUS OWNER HAD THE ORIGNALS STORED INSIDE AND I ALSO STORED THE ORIGINAL TIRES/RIMS INSIDE UNTIL THIS WEEK.  CAR HAD BEEN SITTING ON STOARGE TIRES TO PRESERVE THE ORIGINALS. I NEED TO DISCLAIM THAT THE ORIGINALS ARE PAST THE SAFETY PERIOD ALLOWED BY THE DOT- BUT YOU WILL WIN ANY CAR SHOW THIS CAR IS ENTERED IN!!! ORIGINAL LUGS AND WHEEL LOCKS WERE INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED AND STORED UNTILL THIS WEEK, WHEN ORIGINAL TIRES WERE INSTALLED.  (AS A SIDE NOTE- NOS 1987-1989 LUG NUTS SELL FOR $50 EACH FROM A CLASSIC PARTS PLACE).  I PURCHASED A NOS RADIO ANTENNA ($100) BECAUSE THE ORIGINAL HAD BEEN REMOVED AND WAS ALL NICKED UP BYSOMEONE USING A WRONG SIZE WRENCH.  NOS ANTENAS ARE TOUCH TO FIND!!  THIS ONE IS STILL IN THE WRAPPER AS IT WOULD HAVE BEEN DELIVERED TO THE DEALER (SEE PICTURE).  JUST BOUGHT A NEW FORD MOTORCRAFT BATTERY FOR IT AS WELL.

THE CAR IS ALL ORIGINAL EXCEPT FOR A FEW "BLING" ITEMS.  THE ORIGINAL OWNER HAD DEALER SWAP VALVE COVERS FROM CHROME ONES ( I HAVE ORIGINALS/NEW WITH 1987 STAMPING ON THEM) CHROME OIL CAP (HAVE ORIGINAL) SPARK PUG CABLE CLAMPS CHANGED TO FANCY ANODIZED ALUMINUM (HAVE NOS ORIGINALS) AND REAR SHOCKS (HAVE ORIGINALS) ORIGINAL VALVE STEMS SEEM TO HAVE A CHROME SLEEVE OVER THEM- BUT I DIDNT WANT TO SEE IF IT SLIDES OFF.  NOS STEMS ARE $6 AT MUSTANGS UNLIMITED.

THE CAR DOES DISPLAY "LOW WASHER FLUID"  I PURCHASED A NOS WASHER FLUID TANK THAT I WILL INCLUDE TO NEW OWNER.  NEW OWNER CAN CHANGE OUT IF THEY SO DESIRE.  PASSENGER SIDE-EXHAUST PIPE HAS TWO SPOTS OF RUST ON IT .  JUST POINTING IT OUT, DOESNT EFFECT PERFORMANCE OF THE CAR.


THIS CAR CAME EQUIPED WITH ALMOST EVERY OPTION IN 1987.  HERE IS THE LIST!

Traction-Lok Rear Axle

- Optional Axle Ratio

- P225/60VR15 Radial Black Sidewall Tires

- Speed Control

- Air Conditioner - Manual

- AM/FM/Cassette Electronic Search Stereo Radio

- Dual Electric Remote Mirrors

- Power Windows

- Premium Sound System

- Visibility Light Group

- Power Equipment Group

- Five-Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission


BREIF HISTORY OF THE 1987 MUSTANG

The third-generation Mustang was produced by Ford Motor Company from 1979 to 1993.Built on Ford’s widely used “Fox Platform” it evolved through a number of sub-models, trim levels, and drivetrain combinations during its production life.  It underwent a multi-faceted update for 1987.In 1986, the Mustang received its first significant redesign since being introduced in 1979, incorporating both interior and exterior changes for the 1987 model year. The exterior design was reminiscent of the earlier SVO and gave the car more of an "Aero" look, in keeping with Ford's overall styling direction. In 1987 the models were pared down to two versions the “LX” and “GT”. Taillights on the GT wore a specific louvered treatment. GTs retained fog-lights and new turbine style15-inch wheels were introduced. The GT models received all new body trim.  The 302 cu in (4.9 L),marketed as "5.0", Mustangs became one of the most popular cars of all time.  Also for 1987, V8-poweredMustangs received E7TE heads and forged aluminum pistons with valve reliefs, as opposed to the flat-tops used in the previous year. The E7cylinder heads were sourced from the truck line after the 1986 swirl-port design demonstrated performance problems. Power ratings jumped to 225 HP and 300 FT-LBS of torque. The 1987 GT Mustang was offered in either a Hatchback or Convertible.  10,451 GT Convertibles were produced in 1987.


THE MUSTANG THAT ALMOST WASNT

“There were people who thought Mustang was headed for the scrap heap,” said Ressler. “Sales were sluggish, and they thought that front-wheel drive modern-looking cars were the wave of the future.” After Ford signed an agreement with Mazda to build the Mazda 626 and MX-6 at a new plant just outside of Detroit, the idea was to use the front-wheel drive Mazda platform as the underpinnings for the “new Mustang.”

“When news came out that the all-American Mustang was going to be based on a Japanese car and built by a Japanese company, plus move to front-wheel drive and again go back to losing its V-8 engine, the nameplate’s legion of fans could hardly believe it,” An uprising in the Mustang enthusiast community ensued, as did some pointed questions from the automotive press. The public spoke out with a vengeance, and Ford listened. Thousands of letters decrying the idea of a 'Maztang' or 'Musda' besieged Ford's product planners and the new car went on to be the Probe. Ford scrapped the idea at the last minute, cementing the Mustang heritage for the future. The last minute decision however locked in the Fox platform for the next five years.  The 1987 Mustang went on to be named to Car & Driver’s 10 Best List. 27 years later, the mustang is still going strong- in part thanks to the 1987 restyled mustang.


 

MOTORTREND REVIEW-1987

For 1987, the trend to facelifts and once-over improvements continues. There is, however, more' good news this year than there has been in the past. First, the exterior. For what is surely an aging design it looks the best it has to date. An aerodynamically cleaner nosepiece is highlighted by flush-fitting headlamps and new lower lip inlet duct. A new, flush-mounted rear-quarter window gives the Mustang an uncluttered look. The impression of a lower beltline is enhanced by the redesigned body side skirt and rub-stripe  package. The air inlet vents on the lower leading edge of each fender well are functional, but Ford chose not to follow through and effectively guide the inlet air for brake cooling or any other aerodynamic assistance. The round, front-spoiler-placed driving lamps stand out, but the overall look is much meaner.

The "ground-effects" skirting package runs around the tail of the Mustang, giving the car a much lower rear end appearance. A rather dramatic rear wing comes as stock on the GT model, and directs air to the benefit of the overall high-speed handling of the GT. Molded as one piece, the louvered look is painted body color, making the darker-color cars less subject to the ill effects of the lamps' appearance. From a performance standpoint, the '87 Mustang GT sees several useful improvements. The current 200-hp engine, introduced in1982 with 4bbl carburetor induction system, is now fuel-injected, an '86upgrade, and sports-modified cylinder head bumps the power to around 230 hp. The changes seem to help the overall drivability of the power plant as well. Ford made a sizeable effort for 1987 to improve the sound deadening in the Mustang platform. Corrugated firewall panels and sound-deadening adhesives give the '87 Mustang a rock-solid feel. It is, in fact, one of the first things you notice when you close the door. Road noise and engine vibration are cut nearly in half, and, yet, you still get the benefit of the race-bred Ford small-block, as the Mustang's exhaust note puts that certain little magic in the air

Inside the GT, Ford has an all-new instrument and dash panel. Side-window de-fog vents, full shut-off Ale vents, pod-mounted switches and smooth semi-gloss texture present a more current look. Frankly, the instrument pod smacks of Japan, but it does place the headlamp, emergency flashers, rear window defroster, and fog lamp controls right at hand. The gauge package is fairly conventional, with fuel, water temp, oil pressure, and charge instruments as standard on the GT. New door and quarter-panel trim gets uprated fabrics, and the armrests are slightly longer than last year's, lending better support. New seat designs include power lumbar support, concealed thigh-support handle, and new fabrics, as well. The whole interior feels better, and, combined with the new efforts toward noise control, the '87 Mustang has a greatly elevated feel of quality.



AS IS - NO WARRANTY

This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.



Terms and conditions


 


PLEASE REALIZE THAT THOUGHI MADE MY BEST EFFORT TO DESCRIBE EVERY VEHICLE ACCURATELY, THERE WILL BENORMAL WEAR AND TEAR FOR THE AGE AND MILEAGE ON THE VEHICLE - SIMPLY DUE TO THEFACT THAT THIS WAS A PREVIOUSLY OWNED VEHICLE. THIS IS A CLOSE TO NEW AS YOUWILL FIND IN A VEHICLE OF THIS MAKE AND MODEL!

Please refer to the pictures posted to judge for yourself. I HAVE DONE MY BEST TO PHOTOGRAPH THIS CLASSIC ASACCURATELY AS POSSIBLE.  I may have missed something, but I think I was pretty thorough.  Car is in storage several hours from my home, so I won’t be able to provide more pictures than what I have taken already. Please understand that you are purchasing a previously owned vehicle, It is stunning, but it has been slightly driven- so again, please refer to the pictures posted and if possible, make an appointment to inspect the vehicle yourself. Please be certain of your decision to complete the transaction before you place a bid. 

Winning bidder must contact me within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00 non refundable deposit is due within 24 hours of end of auction - Via PayPal.  The remainder is due within 7days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise.

Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 1995 or with more than 100K miles. Make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding.

Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, I will gladly cooperate. You can locate shippers by doing a search for `auto-shippers`.

If you are not sure about something, please ask! Do not assume anything not listed is included. I reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. I reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.

Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to eBay, and negative feedback will be posted.




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