Looking at a 88 GT what to look for?

[2_wacko]

I have been a camaro guy for a long time but came across a 88 GT. What are some things to look out for don't want to buy a wrecked car or get some POS? Thanks a lot guys?

 

[Boomer182]

The core support under the hood. Check fender alignment. Check for leaks. Do you have any pics of the car?

 

[92whitestang]

check for rust on the rear hatch at the point where the bottom of the hatch window and hatch metal meet.

 

[2_wacko]

Here are some pic, but not great I was thing of offering 2800 what do you all think thanks again.
1988 mustang gt 5.0

 

[92whitestang]

I'm not a fan. Too much of a fixer-upper for me. Better deals to be had out there.

 

[Boomer182]

Thats a 1500 car max.

 

[4valvemach]

Porno Red interior FTMFW:rockon:

It does look like a project but not that bad from the picture I would say $2000 would be my max.The 1987-88 mustang use speed density and that system does not like mods very well.If you want a nice car and are not looking to add performance then its good.You could convert it over to mass air flow and add any mods with very little trouble.

1989 and up mustangs come with the mass air flow system

Look for rust in the spots others said and in the door jam above the upper door hinges.

 

[burnzilla]

A clean fox is worth 3-5K (maybe more less pending what it is)...a ragged one, not so much.... any rust, young previous owners, driveline condition, all things to look for.

 

[FISHTAIL]

Check for rust under the hatch lip too, and where the k-member meets the frame rails up front. Also, check the torque boxes for damage. And I agree with the above....that thing is way overpriced.

 

[truebluedevil02]

not worth over $2000 imo

 

[2_wacko]

Ok I found another one in better shape. Lots of good info so far but where are the torque boxes at thanks?

 

[Boomer182]

Under the car right in front of the rear tires. They had a hole in them. They are a square looking box.