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2004 Ford Mustang Review
Celebrating 40 years.
2004 Mustang Review Summary & Specifications
The current Ford Mustang is a hammer of a car, a throwback to another time. Its interior is dated. Stand on the gas and the GT's powerful V8 can spin the rear wheels. The firm suspension and handling make for a fast, racy ride. But it's not sophisticated. This is part of the charm and we love it. Driving a Mustang can put a smile on your face. We particularly enjoy the convertibles.An all-new 2005 Ford Mustang is expected in mid-2004. Until then, the 2004 Mustang remains a value in performance and style.
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| Vehicle Category | Sports Cars |
| Editor | Sam Moses |
| Model Lineup | Mustang coupe ($17,720); convertible ($23,455); GT coupe ($23,245); GT convertible ($27,585) |
| Engines (standard) | 4.6-liter sohc 32v V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 190-hp 3.8-liter ohv V6; 260-hp 4.6-liter sohc 16v V8; 300-hp 4.6-liter dohc 32v V8; 390-hp 4.6-liter dohc 32v supercharged V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | ABS, traction control |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Dearborn, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-392-3673 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.ford.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 17475 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Mustang GT Convertible ($27,585) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning; power steering; power brakes; power mirrors; tinted glass; passive anti-theft system; tilt wheel; cruise control; reclining bucket seats; Premium includes automatic transmission, leather seating surfaces, rear spoiler, leather-wrapped steering wheel, AM/FM/CD; Interior Upgrade Package with aluminum finish, door lock posts, center finish panel, shifter bezel, aluminum-finish shift boot trim ring, stainless steel foot rest assembly and pedals, GT leather shift knob and head restraints |
| Destination Charge | 625 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | ABS and traction control ($730); 40th Anniversary Package (no charge) includes wheels painted Arizona Beige Metallic, spoiler delete, Arizona Beige Metallic tape stripe on center hood, decklid and lower door panels, color-keyed dual fold away mirrors, 40th Anniversary badge on center panel next to power point, floor mats in Medium Parchment w/40th Anniversary logo; convertible soft boot ($95); leather sport bucket seats ($595); |
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| Layout | front engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 29630 |
| Horse Power | 260 @ 5250 |
| Torque | 302 @ 4000 |
| Fuel Economy | 18/26 |
| Wheelbase | 101.3 |
| Length/Width/Height | 183.2/73.1/53.2 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 38.1 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.0/52.3/42.6 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 35.8/41.0/29.9 |
| Trunk Volume | 7.7 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 |
| Front Suspension | independent |
| Rear Suspension | live axle |
| Ground Clearance | |
| Curb Weight | 3208 |
| Stock Tires | 245/45ZR17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.7 |
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