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1996 Ford Mustang For Sale
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| Ford Mustang Average Prices |
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2013 - $32,018
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2004 - $10,482
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2012 - $27,900
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2003 - $10,533
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2011 - $24,795
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2002 - $8,413
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2010 - $22,612
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2001 - $7,888
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2009 - $20,936
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2000 - $7,189
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2008 - $19,833
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1999 - $6,882
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2007 - $17,793
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1998 - $6,102
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2006 - $16,206
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1997 - $6,457
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2005 - $13,779
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Price: $8,599 $7,999 |
Last Updated 4 days ago
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| Year: |
1996 |
| Make: |
Ford |
| Model: |
Mustang |
| Trim: |
GT |
| Engine: |
8-Cylinder
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| Trans: |
5speed |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
green |
| Interior: |
tan |
| Miles: |
58000 |
| VIN: |
1falp45x5tf225334 |
| Stock #: |
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| Body Style: |
Convertible |
| Condition: |
Used |
| Category: |
Used Cars for sale |
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Vehicle Description
Ford's Mustang was the first of a new breed of factory hot rod — the "pony car" — when it was launched back in 1964, and during the decades that followed it's stuck largely to the same genetic coding: high performance, low tech and low cost.
With a simple rear-drive chassis borrowed from a sedan and lots of components borrowed from other Ford vehicle lines, the Mustang has always been relatively cheap to produce, delivering lots of performance at bargain prices.
However, in terms of maximum performance, the Mustang's formula has, in recent years, fallen behind the pace set by GM's Camaro-Firebird twins. Ford's durable old 5.0-liter V-8 simply didn't match the muscle of GM's 5.7-liter V-8, which bristles with torque and horsepower.
So for 1996, Ford answers the challenge with a new engine. The overhead valve 5.0-liter has been replaced with Ford's much more sophisticated 4.6-liter V-8, an engine with better volumetric efficiency as well as better emissions performance. The Mustang GT receives the single overhead-cam version, similar to the engine used in the Ford Crown Victoria and Lincoln Town Car. With 215 hp and 285 lb-ft of torque, it delivers roughly the same performance as the old 5.0-liter.
But if sizzling go-power is the objective, Ford now has an answer for the Camaro Z28 and Firebird Trans Am. The new Mustang Cobra has the dual overhead cam, 32-valve version of the 4.6-liter V-8, and in Cobra tune it throbs with 305 hp and 300 lb-ft or torque.
With lots of V-8 power driving the rear wheels and a number of suspension revisions, the Mustang Cobra can gallop stride for stride with its GM rivals, whether the road ahead is straight or twisty.
Since the Cobra represents the best of what's new about the Mustang, it was our choice for this test.
Walkaround
The Mustang lineup includes three models. At the entry end is the basic Mustang, powered by a 3.8-liter V-6 that provides good torque and satisfactory performance for those who want Mustang style but aren't obsessed with 0-to-60 mph times.
Each model level is available as a coupe or convertible. If you like fresh air motoring, the Mustang convertible has higher quality than most. It's remarkably free of rattles, the top mechanism works very well, it includes a glass rear window and the top boot cover is easy to install, fits neatly and is nearly flush.
However, if you're interested in extracting the last ounce of performance, coupe versions are a better bet — better body rigidity and about 200 pounds less curb weight. Because of the extra structure needed to compensate for the absence of a steel top, convertibles invariably weigh more than their coupe counterparts.
There aren't many options for the Cobra, which is well equipped as is. Our test car was fitted with Preferred Equipment Package 250A ($1335), which included an anti-theft system, leather seats and a premium AM/FM/CD/cassette sound system. The only other available option is Mystic Clearcoat Metallic paint, an irridescent finish that seems to change color depending on viewing and/or light angles. Ford thinks this is very snazzy indeed; we don't agree, particularly for $815.
The functional standard equipment list for the Cobra includes antilock brakes, limited-slip differential and 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels mounting 245/45ZR-17 high performance tires. The transmission is a five-speed manual, natch, and there's no automatic transmission option.
Like the rest of the running gear, the huge brakes — 13.0-inch vented rotors up front, 11.65-inchers at the rear — are designed for high performance.
The Cobra also has different suspension tuning, including a slightly smaller front antiroll bar and a slightly larger bar in the rear, a combination designed to reduce understeer — the tendency for the car to go straight in hard cornering.
One thing the Cobra isn't is cheap. Base price for this model is $24,810. Our test car was $26,270. Add destination, taxes and lice |
Vehicle Options
2 Door, 2 Wheel Drive, Manual Transmission
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Winchester, KY 40391 |
859-744-2174
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