Finding clean, unmodified Fox Mustangs gets tougher every year, making well-preserved examples stand out. PC Classic Cars recently showcased a potential time capsule: a 1985 Ford Mustang GT survivor car showing exceptionally low original mileage. This particular ’85 GT currently displays just over 16,600 miles, a figure backed by a clean Carfax report.

Mike from PC Classic Cars detailed the car’s history as a three-owner vehicle that lived its entire life in the Dallas, Texas, area. Extensive documentation, including a Marti Report, accompanies the car, verifying its provenance. What truly distinguishes this four-eyed Fox is its apparent originality. Under the hood sits the factory 5.0-liter V8, still running its original carburetor setup — 1985 marked the last year before fuel injection arrived.A five-speed manual transmission backs the V8. Mike confirmed that besides newer tires (with 2023 date codes) and a necessary R134a refrigerant conversion of the factory air conditioning system, the car remains essentially “bone stock.” He described its overall condition as “awesome front to back,” pointing out the remarkably clean interior and well-kept original paint.

The driving experience reportedly matches the car’s preservation. Mike compared it to piloting a brand-new car off the lot in the mid-’80s, stating it drives “like a brand new 1985 Mustang”. He noted the suspension felt tight and rattle-free, the clutch engaged properly, the brakes felt strong, and the converted A/C blew cold during the test drive.

While praising the car’s “mint” condition, Mike also pointed out the few minor imperfections expected in an unrestored vehicle of this age. The small green dashboard indicator bulb for the driver-side turn signal needs replacement (though the exterior turn signals function correctly). The speedometer needle exhibits a slight quiver at cruising speed, and the rear window tint shows some minor scuffing. Initially misdiagnosed, the factory fog lights operate correctly when the headlights are on.  Seeing a 1985 Ford Mustang GT preserved in such original condition provides a rare benchmark. It prompts enthusiasts to reflect on the unfiltered driving experience these cars could offer. From the factory – the carbureted V8 response, the direct feel of the manual shifter, the simpler cabin – sparking discussion on whether that stock character holds more appeal today than decades of potential modifications might offer.

This car is for sale, and if you want to learn more about its details, feel free to click here. Who knows? This might be your chance to acquire a low-mileage vintage car that is well maintained.