When Ford redesigned the front of the 1985 Mustang so that the traditional grille made way for a single slot, they added a touch of menace to a car that already looked good in the eyes of most people. This 1985 GT is one of those cars, and its overall condition is jaw-dropping. The paint shines beautifully, and it’s hard to find much to criticize with this low-mileage survivor. If you like what you see, this is your chance to park the Mustang in your driveway. Located in Plano, Texas, you will find the GT listed for sale here on eBay. The bidding has quickly sailed past the reserve and now sits at $15,100. With the growing popularity of Fox-Body Mustangs, this is an auction that should be well worth watching.

The photos that the owner supplies aren’t the greatest, but they still paint a positive picture. The Black paint that graces the vehicle’s flanks shines beautifully, with no evidence of significant flaws or marks. The panels are laser straight, while the plastic trim has survived the ravages of decades of UV exposure with no harm. It appears that the GT has spent its life in Texas, so its lack of rust comes as no surprise. The distinctive alloy wheels haven’t succumbed to the ravages of brake dust or curb strike, while the glass is in excellent order. This Ford features a glass T-Top, and its condition appears to be as impressive as the rest of the exterior.

Not only did the 1985 model year bring a new appearance to the Mustang’s front, but it marked the end of an era with another aspect of the car. This was the final year that Ford fitted a carburetor to a Mustang, and you will find one of Mr. Holley’s finest bolted to the top of the 5.0-liter “HO” V8 in this car. Shifting duties are completed by a 5-speed manual transmission, while power steering and power brakes are part of this package. Journalists in 1985 raised questions about Ford’s claims that this motor produced 210hp, with many accusing the company of being quite conservative with that figure. Regardless of what the truth was, this classic should gallop through the ¼ mile in 15.4 seconds. Considering that the previous year’s GT could not break the 16-second barrier, it seemed that things were looking up for Ford performance enthusiasts. The engine bay of this GT looks tidy for its age, and it doesn’t flatter to deceive. The owner claims that it has a genuine 70,000 miles on the clock. If this can be verified, it would help explain why this vehicle continues to drive as if it were new. The owner describes the shift as being buttery smooth, and while he also supplies a couple of videos in his listing, the only thing that can be deduced is that the V8 sounds pretty nice in one of them. Otherwise, the sound in the driving one is so faint that you can’t hear a thing.

The owner describes the Mustang’s interior as being like new, and while I’m not sure that I would go that far, I have to admit that its overall condition is well above average. The cloth upholstery on the seats of Mustangs of this vintage can quickly begin to look dirty, worn, and tired. This car hasn’t suffered that fate, and even the outer edges of the heavily bolstered bucket seats are free of significant wear. The carpet has developed a couple of faint stains, but it still rates as well above average when you consider its age and color. The plastic trim and the dash are in excellent order, and there’s no appreciable wear on the wheel. Everything inside the vehicle works as it should, including the lights and gauges. You can add the ice-cold air conditioning, power windows, power locks, cruise control, and the AM/FM radio/cassette player to that list. The GT appears to be nicely equipped and ready to be enjoyed by a lucky new owner.

Fox-Body Mustangs are quickly developing into a classic motoring “must-have” as values continue to climb at well above the market average. The last three years have seen prices for the 1985 GT skyrocket by 20%, regardless of the vehicle’s condition. They remain an affordable alternative for buyers seeking a pony car, but it won’t be long before the word “affordable” will no longer apply if the market trend continues. However, the classic market can be a fickle place, which means that you can never guarantee that any car will represent a sound long-term investment. Anyone who buys will be taking a risk, but it is one that millions of people have taken with no regrets. Would you consider joining that group by bidding on this GT?