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Hey guys new to the forum. A deal popped up from one of my students parents for an 05 GT 5 speed. The car only has some suspension work done and is his daily driver. He knew I was in the market for another fox and offered me his car if I was interested.

The car has 170k and he wants $2500. Not very familiar with the 3 valve motors so I figured I'd ask the pros!!!

Originally intended on tracking down a t tops fox for a decent price to build.

Thanks,

Anthony
 

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$2500 puts it cheaper than most V8 Mustang IIs and even cheaper than some 96-98 V8 cars. That's 100% a steal barring any damage, issues, or a salvage title.
 
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Just wasn't sure about the reliability. Any common issues with these cars? Its lowered and is bone stock otherwise. Looking to just keep miles off my truck.

I've had a few foxes and am pretty comfortable fixing anything with them.
 

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My 2010 GT was dead reliable, never fixed a thing on it. My 2009 GT/CS had the throttle body, a snap-ring in the trans, and the nav unit all fail on it in three months and 3000 miles. I bought both used with low miles.
 

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No major concerns with 3V, normal OHC stuff like timing chain tensioners and VCT's but other then that very well built.
 
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