Overview 1998 Ford Mustang GT
It is common to find buyers of the Ford Mustang enthusiastic about their purchase. The Mustang has been one of the premier vehicles of the Ford line for over ten years. It is an important car and the 1998 model is no exception. The Ford Mustang falls into the convertible for the family category. The Mustang inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Fords year after year
Ford Mustang Engine Specs
Standard equipment in the Mustang for 1997 and 1998 includes the 4.6 liter engine by Ford, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 5-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.
The fuel system for the 1998 Mustang is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.70 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The Mustang is 181.50 inches long, 71.80 inches wide, and 53.40 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.30 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $20,650 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,824. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1998 Mustang gets 28 - 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 - 20 in the city. This is subpar for a convertible car.
We Think...
There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang GT sold well in 1998. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ford, specifically a Mustang.
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