1988 Ford Mustang LX Convertible review from North America

Heater core leaked and required replacement at 130,000. Did it myself,

but it was a difficult job.

I replace the timing belt, water pump,

and serpentine belt every 100,000 miles.

Short occurred between electronic fuel control wiring and manifold. Factory shop manuals were required to trace it down.

Air conditioning and radiator fan control circuit board failed at 168,000 miles. That caused wiring melt down inside the car.

This car has never left me walking, or had to be towed.

It has used 1 quart of oil every 1500 miles since day one, but not increased in 200,000 miles. I have changed the oil every 3000 miles since new.

Front tires have always worn abnormally quickly. I usually get about 40,000 miles before replacement.

Cheap to operate. Mileage runs 35 highway, 30 combined, 25 city with air conditioning on.

4 cylinder engine with 5 speed is reasonably quick.