1988 Foxbody 5.0

[Dammerung]

I’m looking at a foxbody mustang for my old man, because he’s been looking to get a sports car again after owning pickups for so long. Is there anything particular to look out for on these cars? Anyone have experience with them?

 

 

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[Pete M]

are you in a rust prone area?

[Dammerung]

are you in a rust prone area?

In California, so not really but there is the coastal areas which can really tear up cars.


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[Pete M]

here's a decent starting point.  I'd wager there are youtube vids out there too. 

 

https://www.americanmuscle.com/buying-a-foxbody-mustang.html

[jeepsouth]

7 hours ago, Dammerung said:

 

I’m looking at a foxbody mustang for my old man, because he’s been looking to get a sports car again after owning pickups for so long. Is there anything particular to look out for on these cars? Anyone have experience with them?

 

 

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Look for cracks in the sheet metal under rear seat where the control arms are attached(torque box area) The fox platform was used until 2004,i have a 97,and love it. 94-04 are much improved chassis wise,disc brakes all around,and 5 lug wheels(better selection in the aftermarket). Aftermarket support is great for these years also. The 79-93 are going for premium $ these days,and the later years are still affordable now. Full disclosure, i still want a 86 model myself!

[Car Enthusiast]

That's not a fox body, that's a sn95

[jeepsouth]

15 hours ago, Car Enthusiast said:

That's not a fox body, that's a sn95

No,but it is built on the fox four chassis,many parts are interchangeable. Foxbody owners use sn95 components as upgrades on their cars.