134982 / 1986 Ford Mustang SVO

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For more information on this vehicle visit http://tinyurl.com/p934d2e Living each of its 29 years as a treasured authentic, this 1986 Mustang SVO is absolutely one of the finest Fox Body survivors on the planet! BODYWORK/TRIM As a well-maintained survivor that's averaged only 324 miles per year, this Ford's original body appears to be in great shape. Naturally, that unmolested fuselage wears a clean coat of original Dark Gray paint. And noteworthy SVO cosmetics include: a unique front clip, aero-shaped headlights, a functional hood scoop, rear wheel spats, body-matched quarter window trim, a 'bi-plane' spoiler, a unique rear bumper cover, striped taillights and subtle €'¸SVO€'¸ fender badges. ENGINE With the death of the V8 being yelled from rooftops, SVO engineers opted for a turbocharged version of Ford's 2.3 liter inline 4-cylinder. The iron 2.3 utilizes computer-controlled Bosch fuel injection, an intercooled Garrett T3 turbo and new-for-1986 cooling to turn stout 8 to 1 compression into 205 horsepower and 240 lb./ft. of torque. And aesthetically, this Mustang's all-original mill is virtually spotless, with it's largely untouched engine bay featuring clean decals, correct hood insulation and original grease marks. DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION A standard Borg Warner T5 5-speed benefits from revised gearing and a Traction-Lok posi-traction rear end that's fitted with big, 3.73 gears. Beneath that drivetrain, a complete Koni suspension system replaces already competent Mustang GT hardware. 15 to 1 quick-ratio power steering combines with ventilated, 4-wheel disc brakes to ensure crisp turns and sudden stops. A factory exhaust system breathes through original, €'¸Ford€'¸ branded mufflers. And 16-inch aluminum wheels spin 225/50 Goodyear Eagle VR50s around chrome lug nuts. INTERIOR Inside this Mustang, an all-original SVO interior features many amenities that weren't normally found on small American coupes. Multi-adjustable Lear sport seats, equipped with hand pump-operated lumbar supports, feel firm and look great. A tilting, SVO-specific steering wheel complements a leather-wrapped shift lever and emergency brake handle. A Euro-inspired dash hangs an 8,000 RPM tachometer next to a mandatory boost gauge. A Hurst short throw shifter rides behind a premium audio system and trick 'fuel grade' switch that allows the driver to adjust the car's performance based on octane rating. Specially designed foot pedals allow easy heel-and-toe shifting. And SVO-specific door panels feature controls for power windows and power door locks. This '86 SVO was the last, and some would say best, of vintage 4-cylinder pony car performance. And, with less than 10K miles on 100% original equipment, the car would be right at home in any serious Mustang collection. Call, click or visit http://RKMotorsCharlotte.com for more information!