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ryan822, 06/09/2013
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
Great car...had mine for 6 years, bought it when it had a little over 100k needless to say i added another 150 k on it. Engine is extremely reliable as long as you maintain regular oil changes. Only bad side of this car is weather!!! be very careful in the rain and snow, do not drive over 30 miles an hour in the rain and park it when it snows.
old man's dream machine
dieter, 01/30/2010
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I'm 63 yrs young and I've had a lot of different cars in my life. My last car got totaled so I went looking for a muscle car. I'm tired of 4s and 6s. I loked around for about 2 months. I found my perfect car, a 1998 mustang gt convertible. I've had it for about 9 months, and had a blast in it. It had 120,000 miles on it, and I haven't had a bit of trouble with it. All my old friends ask me about gas mileage, I tell them I could care less. I give them a ride in it with the top down and they want to buy one. Of course they have to glue their tupee's on a little better. I have trouble judging distances on parking so this is a great fit for me. I will have no other car than a mustang!!
Blast to drive!
LA Fun, 02/19/2007
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Had a GT 20 years ago, was fun to drive then, even more fun now. Convertibles are a blast, like riding a motorcycle but more comfortable, the V-8 power is awesome, can easily spin the tires. Seats and position are comfortable, back seat is fine for kids only. Handles quick, a little light in the rear though. The tops wear out and run $400-$800. Real fun to drive, turns heads. Plenty of power.
Project Car.
amadorklan, 05/26/2011
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 1998 GT as a project car to keep and tinker with. Needless to say this will be a good challenge for me. There a few things to repair and customize. Above all the engine is rumbling like a champ. LOVE! the engine and exhaust sound. Black and tan interior match very well and replacement parts are fair in price. I plan on doing some upgrades to the engines. Even as a used car, a GT 4.6L has a lot of power and will give incredible speeds. Parents beware, you should not buy your teenager such a powerful car. Buy they aa base mustang V6/V4.
My wife loves it!
Realtor 67, 11/24/2004
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought the laser red GT Convertible new in 1998 for my wife's 49th birthday Its just had its 30K dealer service and only 3 minor items showed up. The rear brake pads and the original battery are nearing replacement, and there is slight oil seepage at the steering rack (not enough to even spot my garage floor though). Other than replacing the original tires at 22K miles and normal maintenance, I have spent $0 on repairs. It's been trouble free and burns no oil between 3K mile changes. It has all factory options except the engine block heater and they all still work fine too. I gave the interior a 7 only because legroom is a bit cramped for tall drivers and the seat belt frays.
Phat GT Ragtop
Phat Ragtop!, 09/03/2006
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Have waited a long time to find a ragtop which was not driven into the ground by a youthful driver. If you are lucky enough to find one as I did, adult owned by only 2 owners, it is a GREAT car to drive and performance is very good!
1998 GT Convertible Gem
David Pickett, 07/01/2021
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Just bought a 1998 Gt Convertible with ONLY 27,750 MILES ! It was a 2 owner. Previous owner bought it off the showroom in 2000 with only 1600 miles on it. It has never seen snow and it looks and drives like new. Having new tires put on ( original tires on it figure after 23 years should be replaced but they still have decent tread on them). I was very fortunate to find such a gem. Highly recommend keep searching if you are in the market. This beauty has always been garage kept. It is a blast to drive. Highly recommend this car for reliability and parts are easy to find and get if needed. This car is 100% stock. I recommend avoiding too much aftermarket parts when buying. Do all that after you buy (if that is your thing). Good luck out there !
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Not Happy
stockclimber, 01/06/2004
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
At least the car look good. My wife bought this car before we were married and as soon as she could she pawned it off on me. It doesn't handle well. My road to work is twisty and I had always enjoyed seeing what my car can do on it. The mustang handles like a brick. On the inside, the seats are not very good on the lower back and the seatbelts tend to turn in such a way that when you close the door the buckle jams the door and cuts into the paneling. All in all I have not enjoyed this car.
I miss this car
galexe, 11/06/2008
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really miss my car. Someone just hit and ran me in a head on collision. It looked like a small fender bender but after the mechanic looked at it they said the bar the transmission is attached to really bent. Making this car totaled. I am so sad. I loved it. Bought it new and drove it for 10 years. Would have lasted forever had this not happened. And it was beautiful. I like it much better than the newer models. Sad, sad, day for me.
Topless Stang
JDerek, 10/06/2004
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Although this car did need a new transmission just before the warranty expired, it has been trouble-free since.
5 years no problems!
paulinbaltimore, 06/22/2003
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When I purchased my mustang in 1997 I was told by many people that I would not be happy owning a Ford. Of course they said 'found on roadside dead' etc. I loved the way the car drove and I six years later still love it. So far the only things I have had to do in six years is change the oil, the tires and the battery. NOTHING has broken, the radio, A/C and top all still work fine as well. Yes, there is some leaking now. Also surpising is my gas milage. Its a 6cyl manual so it should get good milage. It gets GREAT milage. 32 highway 25 city. I could not be happier.
1998 Ford Mustang
Mia, 11/29/2020
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I’ve had my Mustang for 5 months. It’s had a few problems, which has been fixed. 2 oil leaks, odometer, trunk lift supports, motor for windshield water. Some minor, but all in all performs well. Paint is within 2 years and new convertible top were done before purchase. Grateful to have a convertible and pretty Mustang.
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FRONT END BAD
SAN, 01/21/2003
1998 Ford Mustang 2dr Convertible
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I BOUGHT MY CAR NEW AND AFTER I GOT 20000 MILES ON MY CAR, I HAD A HARD TIME KEEPING IT ON THE ROAD. I TOOK IT IN AND HAD FRONT IN ALIMENT ,AND I BOUGHT NEW TIRES. THE PROBLEM WAS STILL THERE. NOW I HAVE 60000 MILES ON IT AND THE CAR WAS OUT TO KILL ME. TOOK IT BACK AND FOUND OUT THAT IT WAS THE RIGHT AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARMS WERE NEEDING TO BE REPLACE. ALSO FOUND I HAD A REAR MAIN SEAL TRANSMISSION LEAK. AND OIL LEAK TOO. I ALSO HAD TO HAVE AN IDLER PULLEY REPLASED. AFTER ALL HAVE BEEN DONE I STILL HAVE A LITTLE PROBLEM PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THANK GOD FOR EXTENED WARRANTIES YOU’RE GOING TO NEED IT.
Wow!
Duo, 05/07/2002
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My whole life from the time i was 8, I wanted a Firebird. I wouldnt even consider a Ford. Then my friend let me drive his V6 stang and i was like hmm. So i test drove a gt and i couldnt believe it. This is the greatest car id ever driven. And fuel economy is great compared to the Jeeps and trucks im used to driving. I say buy a mustang and buy one now!
98 Stang is fountain of youth
VJM, 07/04/2002
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife and I have enjoyed playing arround in our "new" sports car. My mom says I act and even look ten years younger. The performance of this car can not compare to that of the 60's and 70's, but it sure handles better.
POWERFUL!!!!!!!!! Black GT
Ouida Davis, 08/19/2003
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After buying this car, I joined a Mustang Club and proceeded to make modification upon advice of other members. My car stays garaged more of the time than not, due to Car Show reasons... Seldom driven in the rain. Modified Exhasut System, FlowMasters, Bassanni X-Pipe, 3.5 inch tips. Underdrive Pulleys, K&N Airfilter, Diablo SuperChip, 9MM SVO Racing Wires, Racing SplitFire Spark Plugs, Steeda Tri-Ax Shifter etc.... Love My Stang!!!
Great Fla Toy
coolflagram, 07/17/2003
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car after I turned 50 and I wanted to be cool, well I am cool but also very frightened of the fast driving everyone else does here in Florida. I travel over 30 miles one way to work and I would keep this car if the gas milege were better. I love to put the top down and just enjoy this great Florida weather.
Great ride!
timjf825, 04/01/2004
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love the look of this year, before it became more angular. If you're going to buy a Mustang, why would you get anything less than the GT - V8 engine. This car has great power and is a blast to drive. One of the best convertibles in this price range.
Fun
unidrumer, 04/28/2004
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car that I've had since new. I've never had any problems with anything. Regular fluid changes, filters, and lube and she's ready to go. Was a daily driver for the first 4 years, now a garage queen that only comes out when the weather is nice. Fun car to drive.
1998 Ford Mustang GT
Huntz, 04/22/2020
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought mine used with roughly 150K on it, car was kept in excellent shape for the year! Put alittle money into it, BBK Throttle Body, K&N Cold Air Intake, aftermarket exhaust, slotted rotors & carbon fiber brakes. Thinking about throwing some more money it's way but that'll come in time. Overall I love it, goes fast enough for me and is definitely an eye catcher! I'd highly recommend a Ford Mustang GT or Cobra, especially if your a Ford Guy like myself!!
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Cruising Grandpa, 01/24/2024
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had the opportunity to buy a 98 Mustang GT convertible. Never had a muscle car before and was hesitant. After driving this past summer with the top down and asked myself why didn't i get this car earlier. I am 69 years old and enjoying this car tremendously. I have become the favorite with my grandkids. Can wait to get it out of storage and do some cruising again.
New Mustang Lover
Kaana, 06/10/2002
1998 Ford Mustang GT 2dr Convertible
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
We recently purchased a 1998 GT manual Convertible. I love driving it. It has awesome power.