S197 guys - question

[willdrumforfood92]

Hey all, been a minute since I’ve been around but I’m car shopping and need some advice.

https://www.kenoshaford.com/used-Kenosha-2005-Ford-Mustang-GT+Deluxe-1ZVHT82H255236300

Headed to check this out later this week and would like to know if there’s anything I should be aware of (other than crowds...I see you internet)

S197 guys - any suggestions?

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[Grabber]

That is a lot of miles for the price. I'd say at most, that car is maybe work $8,000.

These cars are very solid and the only thing I'd be concerned about is if the clutch/fly is original (they have lasted that long) and if the clutch was replaced, was the throw out bearing and slave cylinder replaced as well. These cars are notorious for getting drive-ability issues with that many miles.

I'd check out S197Forum for the classifieds and ChicagolandMustang.com as well. You'll probably get a much better car overall for the price you want to pay.

3V's are great light-to-light cars and are not expensive to fix. They can take a beating and they are definitely good everyday drivers.

 

[jason05gt]

That price seems high to me, especially for a low option model (Deluxe vs Premium).

 

[Jeffs FRC]

Way overpriced!!! That's a 6-8k car.

If you do go ahead, see if they have any record of spark plug change. The 05-mid 08 cars had the crappy head design that seized plugs. Also the cam phasers can be an issue on the 3V's. Other than that pretty solid cars.

 

[Sprayin]

Pros - Elite 3v power
Cons - 3v power

Way too much for an 05 with that mileage. Keep looking would be my advice.

 

[willdrumforfood92]

Thanks for replies all. I agree - it’s a lot of money for the car, and I’m going in knowing that. I’m going to see how much negotiation they’ll do but I’m fully prepared to hear “no” and walk away until they come to their senses...

For context, this car will be a daily, autocross, track day, and road trip machine.

 

[P40E]

I don't think those are 2005 gt wheels .

 

[Sprayin]

I see it has the door panel sag too. Was a PITA to straighten out.

 

[willdrumforfood92]

Oh look at that - they’ve got more pics now...cloth interior for $10k? I’m in sales, they’re gonna hate me when I’m done with them...

 

[willdrumforfood92]

I see it has the door panel sag too. Was a PITA to straighten out.

What was the fix for that? Pull the door card off and retrim the door insert?

 

[willdrumforfood92]

I don't think those are 2005 gt wheels .

They are not - they look to be OEM S550 V6 wheels. I like em, and they’ll be good for winter tires.

 

[Sprayin]

What was the fix for that? Pull the door card off and retrim the door insert?

Pull the insert off and put it back on with [your adhesive of choice]. Lining it up was a pain, and the spray adhesive didn't really work. I ended up using black RTV because I was fed up.

 

[P40E]

I think the previous owner just replied on Facebook .

 

[willdrumforfood92]

I think the previous owner just replied on Facebook .

That he did - I’m chatting with him now.

 

[BeerOrGasoline]

Aside from not original wheels, it looks to have a CDC front lip on it, just FYI.

 

[willdrumforfood92]

Thanks for the replies all! I’m checking this thing out tomorrow, I’ll let you know how it goes. Two more set for this weekend too, listings are below:

http://www.raymondchevrolet.com/used/Ford/2008-Ford-Mustang-4eb822f50a0e0ae7143e7952ef2e4dc4.htm

https://www.gmotorcars.com/invento...stang/2008/Arlington-Heights/Illinois/4420945

 

[willdrumforfood92]

Aside from not original wheels, it looks to have a CDC front lip on it, just FYI.

I did notice that - I think it adds a nice flair to the front of the car so I’m good with that. I’d have bought one anyway so the PO saved me some time!

 

[Dasfinc]

05s specifically have some level of frequent problems with the Drive by Wire and the Rear diff (LSD Chatter or whining)

My 05 had both issues fixed under warranty way back when.