1989 Ford Mustang LX hatchback 5.0L from North America
Summary:
I will keep this forever
Faults:
I had to replace the sychronizers in the transmission once at 150,000, and the clutch at 170,000.
The rear differential anti-slip is bad and needs to be rebuilt.
The Recaro bucket seats are worn out.
The car needs to be repainted.
General Comments:
Even as old as this car is, years and miles, it seriously kicks when the gas pedal is pushed.
It is quick and easy to drive, though the solid axle does jump at times.
It is a relatively tall car for its type, which lets me sit upright (6'3" height).
Rear hatch squeaks a bit, but the rumble is great.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 11th December, 2010
15th Jun 2009, 22:12
"The lousy factory paint is falling off the car in strips, even though the car has been garaged all its life."
I am curious as to what color your Mustang is. I owned both an '85 and '90 5.0 and the paint on both was like brand new for the entire time I had them (14 years in the case of one). Both spent part of their lives parked in the open. I did wax both of them in the Spring and Autumn. The only colors I've seen that seemed to fade quickly were the silver blue ones (both mine were dark red).
I've owned 7 Mustangs and all were great cars. I currently own a Grabber Orange 2007.