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Used 1997 Ford Mustang Coupe Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

Reliable attractive commuter car

Zowie, 09/16/2010
1997 Ford Mustang 2dr Coupe
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

Own V6 5spd for 6+ years and drive it daily. I am over 40 and have driven a wide variety of company vehicles. I've only owned GMs and Fords, with models years dating from 1970 to 2003. This has been the most reliable car I've ever owned. The only thing that broke (excluding normal maintenance stuff) during the first 120k was the power seat switch. After 120K, I started having lots of problems with the rear. But engine, electronics, AC, interior are still good. In snow: HORRIBLE wheel spin. Gets stuck very easily and can't climb inclines most cars handle with ease. But steering and braking control is ok for this type of car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Still going strong!

Keyster, 10/13/2019
updated 04/20/2020
1997 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Coupe
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

My 1997 mustang GT is 23 years old with 210000 miles and still going strong! I’ve only spent about $500 on repairs over the life of the car (excluding maintenance, tires ...) It still runs as good as when it was new. I did have to replace the drivers seat due wear and tear of getting in and out for 20 years! Get some good all season tires if you plan on driving in the snow. I would recommend this car to anyone. I plan on getting another mustang... I just hope it holds up as well as the 1997

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5 out of 5 stars

1997 ford mustang gt coupe

no camaro's, 05/21/2002
1997 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

after a few years into producing this body style, ford has knocked out alot of the kinks. it wouldn't be till much later did ford add the desperately needed independent rear suspension, as the rear wheels skip around over uneven corners. but 5 years later, the only problem i had was the plastic intake manifold that ford will replace for free. they do reinstall an aluminum intake mainfold, but after getting stuck on the george washington bridge, it is a painful lesson learned too late. no other problems though, but i think this body style is one for future generations to deem a classic.

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3 out of 5 stars

Little car

Jeffrey Brown, 06/30/2017
1997 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Coupe
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

Kind of small inside.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

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Trinidad Gutierrez, 05/26/2004
1997 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Lot's of fun to drive! A great sports car feel for the customer on a budget. Poor leg and head room for back seat passengers.

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