1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

Description

When it comes to the new group of young classics, a Cobra like this is king. The 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra is a two-owner coupe with a long-term first owner. So it has a nice sense of a driver's car that has also been treated with proper care. So it makes for a Mustang that packs rarity, power, and poise into a desirable limited edition machine.

The third-generation Mustang was having its swan song in 1993, but the Special Vehicle Team (SVT) at Ford decided to send it off with something extraordinary. They made this final year the one and only time for a genuine Cobra with updated power. The exterior was given subtle upgrades with a new grille up front, a vintage pony emblem in place of the blue oval, and chrome cobras on the fenders. The rear has some interesting features such as a unique SVT spoiler and a new light arrangement not seen since the rare Mustang SVO. The 7-spoke, 17-inch aluminum wheels are unique to these one-year-only Cobras, and it's great to have them looking so sharp. The odometer on this coupe is also believed to reflect this car's full actual mileage with a six-figure rollover (think 138+k miles,) and so you will see signs of some use over the years. But the full story is about how you have a car that has been under the first owner's care for 29 years. And this has the crisp and clean lines of a properly respected machine. There was even a bra protecting the front end for decades (it comes with the sale.) And right now is the best time to discover such a well-regarded SVT Cobra. This is approaching the 30-year threshold, and that lets it qualify for antique/classic car plates in benefits in nearly every state that offers it. So this is a true classic in every sense. It even has the right rarity. There were only 4,993 Cobras in this single-year batch, and less than 2k were finished in red. Plus, the interior makes this combo is believed to make this one of less than 600!

The gray leather interior was a pricey option, but it makes this one look extra premium and it's also what gets the rarity down to such a tantalizing number. Just like the exterior, the inside of this car has a preserved look that shows responsible use. The interior is also where a new classic like this Cobra really shines because there is a lot of modern integration. After all, where else is there a car this cool that comes with an airbag? The front bucket seats have real bolstering to make long trips vastly more comfortable and supportive. Another advantage of driving a new classic is a factory-installed HVAC system that can blow some serious arctic air all day long. It's loaded with plenty more features, including power windows, power locks, power mirrors, power steering, a tilt column, a rear defroster, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo with Bluetooth.

What makes the Cobra so special is the extra engineering. The SVT department started with the trusty 5.0-liter V8 block, and then they did some in-house shopping at Ford Motorsports. This includes the larger valves of the GT-40 cylinder head package, high-flow fuel injectors, performance camshaft, revised computer programming, and a GT-40 intake. The result was one of the meanest cars Ford slipped out the back door. And the whole engine bay of this one still looks exceptionally fresh! And while we can appreciate the care of the first owner, the second owner also helped to ensure this stayed a driver's car with investments like the newer radiator and subframe connectors. The reason why this one is such a blast to drive is because Ford looked at the total package. They beefed up the clutch and the Borg-Warner T-5 five-speed manual transmission to make sure all the power is handled correctly. Four-wheel power disc brakes, sway bars front & rear, and a limited-slip rear end are all part of SVT's recipe for a terrific Mustang.

The sale comes with all the right paperwork for a valued classic, including the original window sticker, owner's manual service manuals, and a board of memorabilia. So if you're ready to be a part of this special coupe's history, call today!