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46k Original Miles - Same Owner Since 1989 on 2040-cars

Year:1984 Mileage:46667 Color: Black /
 Gray
Location:

Dennis, Massachusetts, United States

Dennis, Massachusetts, United States
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Hatchback
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.3 liter 4 cyl. turbocharged/intercooled
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1FABP28T3EF148345 Year: 1984
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Trim: SVO hatchback
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 46,667
Sub Model: SVO
Exterior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Gray
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

I have owned my SVO since 1989 when it had 29K miles. I have always kept it garaged and never abused the SVO or drove it in bad weather.  This SVO is tight, has good power, handles well and looks great. 
Here's a detailed list of pros and cons: 
 
PROS
Excellent mechanical condition, body and interior
Never hit - all original sheetmetal and glass
Everything works except a/c - It is complete but needs to be serviced
Car was fully repainted in 1998 and paint is still excellent. No door dings or dents
I replaced the valve stem seals in the past 2-3K miles. Burns no oil-excellent compression
I remoted the TFI module from distributor to fender apron
Original seats were replaced by me with a set I purchased from a low mileage totalled SVO
I replaced the interior carpet and still have replacement hatch area carpet in box
New SSBC rotors, pads and rebuilt calipers all around
New Kumho tires
Clutch was replaced at 29K and still works perfectly - I have always babied this car
Original rag joint replaced with Flaming River steering shaft
OEM replacement rear exhaust pipe. Current exhaust is fine but twin chrome tips are rusting
Retained original parts I replaced such as temp control module, original Marchal fog lights, front parking light bezels and rag joint
Numerous spare parts included e.g. spare TFI module & wrench, plugs, cap/rotor, oil
New Marchal fog lights with two sets of covers
I have service and inspection paperwork dating back to 1988
Has factory sunroof, PW, PDL, premium sound system
CONS
A/C is complete but needs to be serviced
Small scuff marks on corners of passenger side bumpers front and rear (pulling in and out of garage) - if you look closely at photos you can see the marks
Two inch scratch on hatchback near passenger side upper wing
A few small paint chips on nose
Car has 1986 lower wing (working third brake light) replaced by previous owner
Headliner is not torn but is wrinkled over rear seats and needs to be reattached
Some of the interior plastic panels have scratches and could be repainted if you wanted to
A single thread is loose on the driver seat

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