It is said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. However, does that saying count if you are effectively imitating yourself? That is the question posed by this 1992 Ford Mustang LX Convertible. Ford enjoyed limited success two years earlier with the 7-Up Edition and decided upon a repeat performance in 1992 with the mid-year Summer Edition featuring a similar approach to the paint and trim. Our feature car is one of these rare classics, but its odometer reading helps it stand apart from the crowd. The seller claims it has a genuine 4,300 miles on the clock, and if verified, that makes it an extraordinary find. The seller has listed the Mustang here on Craigslist in Nashville, Tennessee. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J. for spotting a survivor that could be yours for $28,000.

Ford found itself with a sales winner in 1990 when it released the Mustang Convertible 7-Up Edition. It sold 4,103 of those cars, and they have grown in desirability in recent years. It decided on a repeat performance with the mid-year release in 1992 of the LX Convertible Summer Edition. Like its predecessor, it was purely an appearance package with a single paint and trim combination. All cars featured Vibrant Red paint with a contrasting White power top and dazzling 16″ Opal Pearlescent White wheels. Unlike the 7-Up, these cars received a rear spoiler, rather than a chrome luggage rack. Sources vary, but it is generally accepted that around 2,193 of these classics rolled off the line. Our feature Mustang presents exceptionally well, but I would expect nothing less from a car with a claimed odometer reading of 4,300 genuine miles. The seller doesn’t mention verifying evidence, but with this LX only having two owners throughout its life, there is a chance that such documentation exists in the form of Service Records. The exterior is spotless, with no paint damage, panel imperfections, and no visible rust. The plastic is exceptional, the top fits as tight as a drum, and the wheels are in as-new condition.

Since the Summer Edition package brought only cosmetic updates, everything below the skin is typical Mustang fare. Buyers received the 5.0-liter “HO” V8 developing 225hp and 300 ft/lbs of torque. A five-speed manual was the standard transmission, although this car’s first owner selected the optional four-speed automatic. Performance was considered pretty respectable by the standards of the time, with this drop-top capable of covering the ¼-mile in 15.4 seconds on its way to 130mph. The seller confirms that the vehicle recently received an oil change, and is in excellent mechanical health. They say that it drives as nicely as it did the day it left the showroom, potentially adding further weight to the mileage claim.

While the 7-Up featured unique Green paint, the 1992 Summer Edition teamed Vibrant Red paint with White leather interior trim which was virtually identical to that used inside the 7-Up. There are a few minor detail changes, but most of the vital components would be interchangeable between the pair. This Mustang’s interior presents as you might expect from a car of this caliber, with no wear or evidence of abuse. The leather has the typical wrinkles, but the overall impression is nothing but positive. Adding to the appeal is the selection of creature comforts designed to make life on the road more enjoyable. These include a driver’s airbag, air conditioning, power windows, power locks, power seats, power mirrors, cruise control, and an AM/FM radio/cassette player.

This 1992 Mustang LX Convertible Summer Edition might be genuinely special if the odometer reading can be confirmed beyond doubt as genuine. If so, there may be very few left with such a low reading. The seller’s price is above the top end of the market for a pristine vehicle, and whether that figure is justified will depend on the mileage confirmation. If this isn’t possible, then the asking price is far higher than many people might typically be prepared to pay for a car with such a significant question mark hanging over it. It comes down to that old story about proof. Without it, I believe that this Mustang would be worth what someone is willing to pay. Do you agree?