Im looking into getting a 1999 v6 metalic blue mustang(manual trans of course). The guy wants 4,350.00 and it has only 39,000 miles. IF its in good condition is this a good deal?
assuming it's in good condition, the blue book value with no factory extras is just over 5k. you can be sure the seller is fully aware of this. a good idea would be to have a mechanic go over it, and try to find out why he's willing to take $1,000 less. if he finds nothing, then go for it!!!!
If you do, your V-6 will have a lot more power than the 1994-1998 base engines did, so you will have a big head start if you decide to modify your car. I'm aboot to drop over two grand on my 1998 in parts and labor, and I still won't be at 190hp, which is stock power for the 99-04 cars.
If you do, your V-6 will have a lot more power than the 1994-1998 base engines did, so you will have a big head start if you decide to modify your car. I'm aboot to drop over two grand on my 1998 in parts and labor, and I still won't be at 190hp, which is stock power for the 99-04 cars.
If you're spending more than two grand, and not getting 40hp, you're doing something very wrong.
You could buy a barely used 99+ V6 engine for less money.
Remember I'm paying for labor too. Parts are about $1100, for Flowmasters, headers, true dual H-pipe, and cold air intake. This will not add 40 hp. I could buy a '99 or up V6, but I have my car paid off, I have done a lot to it, I don't want to get rid of it. Besides I like the curvy style of the 94-98 Stang a little bit better than the new edge 99-04 styling. Labor costs drive up the price.. I don't have the knowledge, tools, patience or experience needed to install the parts myself, so I'm paying to have someone else do it for me. I figure these modifications I do will be a good starting foundation if I want to do more in the future.