Buying new Mustang, I need tips

maxgst · June 25th, 2010, 02:24 PM

Im going to see a 2000 Mustang Gt Convertible that I wanna buy, and I wanted to see what you guys think I should look for when testing the car. Its a 5-speed and has 98*** miles.
I need a reliable daily driver, since im a college student and do not have much money to spend on fixing my car.
Thanks in advance

2011GT1979 · June 25th, 2010, 03:13 PM

I follow this to a T when I am shopping.

Used car buying checklist by Samarins.com

MustangGT06 · June 25th, 2010, 03:14 PM

^ What he said. In addition when checking the oil, look for milky looking oil.

Shaun03GT · June 25th, 2010, 03:16 PM

Originally Posted by MustangGT06

^ What he said. In addition when checking the oil, look for milky looking oil.

You forgot to say they have 260 frontwheel horsepower...hahaha aright just kiddin

MustangGT06 · June 25th, 2010, 03:17 PM

That too...if it has front wheel drive then i'd back away.

maxgst · June 25th, 2010, 03:27 PM

thanks that was really useful. The guy says the car has a new clutch, new brakes, new battery and new tires, and hes selling for 5800, do you guys think thats scary cheap?

MustangGT06 · June 25th, 2010, 03:28 PM

Sold my 99 GT hardtop for 5k

BadBlackGT · June 25th, 2010, 03:41 PM

Sounds bout right for almost 100k miles. Can't really tell without checking it over. Just make sure and use that list to check everything.

2011GT1979 · June 25th, 2010, 03:52 PM

I think that price sounds about right for the car. But you will know more than we will once you get to see it. You will have to judge how mechanically sound it is along with how well the exterior and interior was kept up on the vehicle.

maxgst · June 25th, 2010, 04:31 PM

Yes thats true. I don't care so much about the exterior or interior as I do with the engine running perfectly. are 100k miles too much on these cars? what type of maintenance should I perform when and if I get it?

hardhitter · June 25th, 2010, 04:37 PM

Originally Posted by 2011GT1979

I follow this to a T when I am shopping.

Used car buying checklist by Samarins.com

lol the most important one - "Is the engine enough powerful?"

budders · June 26th, 2010, 01:02 AM

Originally Posted by maxgst

Yes thats true. I don't care so much about the exterior or interior as I do with the engine running perfectly. are 100k miles too much on these cars? what type of maintenance should I perform when and if I get it?

100k miles is fine for these motors, ONLY if they have been maintained for their whole life. make sure the engine oil has been changed at the right intervals, and all other fluids have been changed frequently. If this has been done then you should have a solid engine.

The 4.6l ford motor was the motor in crown vic police interceptors for years. They take very good care of their cars and they are beaten on as they are a police interceptors. Also, jump in any crown vic taxi in New york, they are all 4.6l and i bet you 100 bucks theres 300K+ miles on the car sometimes even closer to 500k. They still run strong, all they need is that regular maintenance and these engines will last forever.

maxgst · June 26th, 2010, 02:43 AM

Originally Posted by budders

100k miles is fine for these motors, ONLY if they have been maintained for their whole life. make sure the engine oil has been changed at the right intervals, and all other fluids have been changed frequently. If this has been done then you should have a solid engine.

The 4.6l ford motor was the motor in crown vic police interceptors for years. They take very good care of their cars and they are beaten on as they are a police interceptors. Also, jump in any crown vic taxi in New york, they are all 4.6l and i bet you 100 bucks theres 300K+ miles on the car sometimes even closer to 500k. They still run strong, all they need is that regular maintenance and these engines will last forever.

Well im happy to hear that, I will go check the car out early Sunday, and let go guys know.
Thanks again for the help

June 25th, 2010, 02:24 PM	#1
maxgst Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Miami, Fl Posts: 2,392 iTrader: 1 reviews	Buying new Mustang, I need tips Im going to see a 2000 Mustang Gt Convertible that I wanna buy, and I wanted to see what you guys think I should look for when testing the car. Its a 5-speed and has 98*** miles. I need a reliable daily driver, since im a college student and do not have much money to spend on fixing my car. Thanks in advance

June 25th, 2010, 03:13 PM	#2
2011GT1979 Enthusiast 2011 GT/CS 12.11@113 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Plymouth, Indiana Posts: 732 iTrader: 0 reviews	I follow this to a T when I am shopping. Used car buying checklist by Samarins.com __________________ 2011 Mustang GT/CS 3.31's, Steeda Tri-AX, LCA's, Steeda Axle Back, Steeda CAI, Brenspeed Tune. 2008 Grey Mustang V6 2008 F-350 FX4 Supercab Long Bed (Race Car Hauler BABY!) My 2011 GT/CS 12.3 @ 110 Pass in HD

June 25th, 2010, 03:52 PM	#9
2011GT1979 Enthusiast 2011 GT/CS 12.11@113 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Plymouth, Indiana Posts: 732 iTrader: 0 reviews	I think that price sounds about right for the car. But you will know more than we will once you get to see it. You will have to judge how mechanically sound it is along with how well the exterior and interior was kept up on the vehicle. __________________ 2011 Mustang GT/CS 3.31's, Steeda Tri-AX, LCA's, Steeda Axle Back, Steeda CAI, Brenspeed Tune. 2008 Grey Mustang V6 2008 F-350 FX4 Supercab Long Bed (Race Car Hauler BABY!) My 2011 GT/CS 12.3 @ 110 Pass in HD

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June 25th, 2010, 03:14 PM	#3
MustangGT06 Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 567 iTrader: 0 reviews	^ What he said. In addition when checking the oil, look for milky looking oil.

June 25th, 2010, 03:17 PM	#5
MustangGT06 Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 567 iTrader: 0 reviews	That too...if it has front wheel drive then i'd back away.

June 25th, 2010, 03:27 PM	#6
maxgst Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Miami, Fl Posts: 2,392 iTrader: 1 reviews	thanks that was really useful. The guy says the car has a new clutch, new brakes, new battery and new tires, and hes selling for 5800, do you guys think thats scary cheap?

June 25th, 2010, 03:28 PM	#7
MustangGT06 Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 567 iTrader: 0 reviews	Sold my 99 GT hardtop for 5k

June 25th, 2010, 04:31 PM	#10
maxgst Hardcore Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Miami, Fl Posts: 2,392 iTrader: 1 reviews	Yes thats true. I don't care so much about the exterior or interior as I do with the engine running perfectly. are 100k miles too much on these cars? what type of maintenance should I perform when and if I get it?

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