This 1986 Ford Mustang GT convertible has under 20,000 original miles from new and is described as being near-completely stock. In fact, the only real deviation – if you can even call it that – is some touch-up paint applied on a fender to fill in an errant scratch. The seller claims that they have taken an “open checkbook” approach to maintaining the Mustang as part of their collection, and it is now listed by the selling dealer here on eBay with bidding up to $15K and no reserve. The Mustang is presented by Redline Restorations in Connecticut.

These early Fox Bodies with their memorable “four eyed” headlights are seemingly harder to find in preserved condition than the later editions, and it doesn’t seem to be due to wanton abuse – rather, they just seemed to quietly go away. I still see the occasional early 90s hatchback in GT trim, usually with the bodykit hanging off and cheap-looking chrome Pony wheels. The earlier Mustangs just don’t exist in the same quantities, and perhaps that’s a good thing, as it makes them seem far more special by comparison. This GT shows none of the typical modifications, even retaining its stock dual exhaust system.

The GT’s interior presents as-new, which is what you’d expect for such low mileage. The factory buckets with rid piping and thick side bolsters look to be in excellent condition, and the carpets show no soiling. The stock steering wheel and shifter remain in place, and the dashboard shows no cracks. All of this is a good indication that even for the few miles it’s been driven, the top hasn’t been left down. After buying my first convertible in years last summer, I’ve been reminded of how much damage can occur just by virtue of the soft-top left in a perpetually “down” position.

The stock 5.0L V8 isn’t described in particularly great detail, but one would assume a restoration shop that has worked this hard to preserve the car would also undertake any necessary maintenance. The 5.0L cars were prone to cheap modifications but there’s no evidence of that here. And really, whoever owns this low-mileage specimen would be well-advised not to change a thing, as this Mustang’s value is almost entirely wrapped up in its time-warp condition, even with the rarity of the four-eyed models factored in. Many enthusiasts prefer the later cars, but not me – I’ll take the old-school Fox Body any day of the week.