1986 Ford Mustang GT review from North America
"A performance icon from the '80s that will be a classic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The ONLY problem that I have had is the heater core had to be replaced when the Mustang was 3 years old. This seem to be a design inherent characteristic of all Mustangs.
Excessive horsepower modifications would probably destroy the T5 transmission and require a upgrade to a Tremac 5 speed.
General comments?
I have had my 1986 Mustang GT since 1988 and it will be part of my estate when I die. The car has been super reliable and becomes better with the additions of aftermarket performance items. The car is super easy to work on and the 302 has never had any problems.
The car runs 13.7 sec in the quarter mile and gets 23 MPG.
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| Great Car if you know how to work on one! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1988 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 302 5.0 liter Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 15000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 52000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 5th February, 2001 |