How to tell the difference between a foxbody Mustang....

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How do you tell the difference between a foxbody Mustang LX and a GT, and what changed from 1987-1993?
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@885.0ELopez 4 жыл бұрын

LX vert gang 👌🔥🧢💯my first car ever still own it

@doggydolittle1698 3 жыл бұрын

Same man just got mines recently

@mikegay8511 4 жыл бұрын

I love the channel. Don't forget that the four cylinder and V8 LX's cars from 87 to 89 had the 85 mph speedometer. But, in 89, the 89 GT's had the 140 speedometer. 87 to 88 GT'S had the 85 mph speedometer in them. 90 to 93 V8 cars had the 140 mph speedometer in them. I've learned a lot of history of the Fox Bodies, and I hope to found one real soon.

@spencer6104 2 жыл бұрын

Not true. 1989 LX 5.0 has the 140 speedometer.

@randylanhart1387 Жыл бұрын

The 1982 GT HAD A 85 MPH SPEEDO IN IT ALSO.

@paulhudgins5120 4 жыл бұрын

Great video of information, It takes me back,had a 85 GT,and later had a 92 5.0 LX with the factory sunroof,really loved that car.Seeing all these foxbodies takes me back, always love all your videos,Keep up the great work.

@trekreview 4 жыл бұрын

I have had both hatchbacks and notchbacks and done hundreds of runs at the track I feel like that hatchbacks hookup a lot better for launching the car off the line. The notchbacks they are of course lighter so a little bit faster but if you are spinning the tires because you can't hookup it doesn't really matter if you are that slight bit faster. I have had identical mods on both my cars and the hatch was slightly better 60 foot with mickey thompson ET streets on both cars. I feel like the overall package of having a hatchback makes it more desirable in my opinion.

@chadcorcoran711 4 жыл бұрын

87-89 = Tilt Steering Wheel 90-93 = Non Tilt Steering Wheel Big option for a taller driver.

@miragexl007 3 жыл бұрын

Got a 93 2 years ago. I thought Interesting that doesn't have tilt, when earlier models do.

@yomama9760 Ай бұрын

Airbag started in 90, so it must have something to do with that.

@seansweeney7721 4 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. Always learning through you guys!

@2003cobramustang 4 жыл бұрын

Great video a lot of great info thanks!!

@TheBigred1781 4 жыл бұрын

I noticed something you do but I don't think you've talked about. The trick of putting your thumb on & pressing the outer door handle to help keep it from breaking.

@miragexl007 3 жыл бұрын

Have to look into this, not sure what you mean

@kindercarcaredetailing4768 2 жыл бұрын

Very Important

@msiraco Жыл бұрын

Haha! It’s the Fox Body way!

@ASAMAF 4 жыл бұрын

I actually learned something i always wanted to learn, thank you so much man.

@TheNicko773 4 жыл бұрын

Bought myself a brand new 90 LX 5.0 Hatchback when I was 19 years old after saving up for 3 years plowing snow. 13.4k. off the lot. Still wish I had it. Your commentary is spot on showing the differences on years, models etc.

@tylerkeyes3246 Жыл бұрын

loved this video man! made me realize a few things I didn't know. I didn't know I a sought after interior for one. I thought it was basic but thank you for the insight and keep up the great work!

@rayblankenship432 4 жыл бұрын

Good information to share with new owners and long time owners as well!

@BuckeyeBassMaster78 4 жыл бұрын

"Still the best channel out there,keep the killer content coming"

@AaronRayMusic 4 жыл бұрын

My favorite car was seeing a 1990 hatch. I love them and was one of my fav 5.0 hatches. With ground effects lol. As I’m typing this I see you talking about my fav body style

@848racing7 4 жыл бұрын

87 hatch

@schwarry1 3 жыл бұрын

Bought my 90 GT hatch new in 89. Still have it. 67K

@timzzz9963 4 жыл бұрын

you skipped the 4 eyes!

@badasspecv 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the history lesson, always interesting

@nataniel5645 4 жыл бұрын

A 1979 to 1986 foxbody differences episode is needed

@stevezipoff9522 4 жыл бұрын

The 90 dashboard running pony also had 25th Anniversary in it.

@mikeispissed9079 4 жыл бұрын

And the 89s

@Poohdaddymagic 4 жыл бұрын

I had one. Black on black...

@5.0coyote67 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, 87 and 88 didn't have the dash emblem as far as I can remember.

@dr.curious5136 3 жыл бұрын

The 25th anniversary pony on the dash started in April of 1989 , it had a running pony with the writing “ 25th anniversary “ it lasted for approx 7 months , then every mustang until the end of production had the running pony with out the script.

@puffy1daddy319 3 жыл бұрын

I have a ‘90 LX Hatch which is a 25th Anniversary car. Made 12/12/1989

@robertfox8855 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!!

@lloydgreen4091 4 жыл бұрын

GREAT JOB on this Video Caleb. Came Strong on this one.

@cre8tivegarage157 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting video , enjoyed

@bbq5.0 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you I actually learned something about the seats.

@christiangarcia1668 3 жыл бұрын

Great video very informative

@ronaldhagadorn5512 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 91 gt vert thank you for your info. Everything matched. I do have the 5 speed!

@claytonblum2899 4 жыл бұрын

I cant wait to start my project car. My mother own 89 5.0 LX notchback, it what I learn to drive in. She still has the car and I am getting off her. In the late 90 she wrecked it, so I'm rebuilding as a Saleen Clone.

@onefortheroad2291 4 жыл бұрын

I remember back in the day nearly everyone wanted a GT and the notchbacks were almost the red headed step child. A lot of people regarded the notchback as a fairmont and ugly. It was the very late 90’s - early 00’s the notchbacks became highly sought after. Good luck Finding a clean 5.0 notchback now that’s as reasonably priced as a comparable condition GT.

@5564EVR 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info, I'm a 94-04 guy and always wanted to know more about the Foxes.

@HueAston 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting and informative.

@hajduksplitist 3 жыл бұрын

My first car was an 88 LX 5.0 coupe. Great video! Cheers from Canada.

@gcsd71 4 жыл бұрын

The 91-93 have a larger front fender opening to fit the 16" pony wheels

@NINJA4RL 4 жыл бұрын

yes. i was gonna say the front fender spats are different

@moelumps216 3 жыл бұрын

I miss my first Mustang GT 5.0!!! I'm on PONY #5 now... 87' GT 5.0 automatic, 89' 4 Cylinder (so good on fuel), 02' GT 4.6 stick shift, 05' 6 Cylinder, and now an 01 GT 4.6 convertible (stick shift)...

@crash1769 4 жыл бұрын

very informative video.

@chrishotrod6603 4 жыл бұрын

Great video learn more new things about differences.

@Hanson3 3 жыл бұрын

Great info!

@miragexl007 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, picked up a 93 GT convertible white with gray interior 99% stock. My graduation year, always wanted one. Beautiful shape. But need to learn more about it then it's a beautiful car by looking at it. Some good info here.. pretty novice at cars

@hank1556 4 жыл бұрын

awesome 👌🏻👌🏻 a video of one year only feature, options would be really cool too

@CalicorsoTv 4 жыл бұрын

Goodlookin out OG , learned Alot

@neifader 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video! I live in Norway, and just bought back the 1987 LX 2,5 my mother imported from the us. Not a big fox body community here so I try to learn what I can from KZfaq. The previous owners kept it in a good condition, and installed a thunderbird engine and a turbo after the original motor was beyond salvage. Due to tax laws they did not upgrade the engine to something more powerful. But I’m trying to learn how to make the best out of it! 😊

@perotti3193 4 жыл бұрын

The year was 1993 and I had an ‘86 LX Vert, I was able to get my hands on ‘93 GT bumpers and ground effects so I swapped out the old 4 eyes, at the time she looked great. Fast forward 27 years and 1, I wish I still had that car and 2, I was stupid for getting rid of those now desirable 4 eyes 😎

@danjones3402 Жыл бұрын

lmao 🤣

@redfirefox3568 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks professor

@itmbaker 4 жыл бұрын

The map/dome lights changed in 92. The scope light and basic dome light was thru 91. The combination light (map and dome) was for 92 and 93. Fun fact - those later lights have the same screw pattern as the slimmer dome/map light in some of Ford’s other cars like the SN95 Mustang and the 97-03 F150.

@tflkwiz594 4 жыл бұрын

The Map light was replaced in 1992, but 1991 models built after the first week of August had there map lights removed and replaced with the same dual functioning headlight/map light as the 1992 model. Most Foxbody mustangs built around August were a mix of parts from the current year and the new coming year.

@pittsky 4 жыл бұрын

I went from a red 1988 GT, to a white 1988 LX hatch back then finally settled on my current blue 1989 LX notch back. I couldn't be happier.

@johnpetty909 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 1990 lx new, still driving it today

@bigretardhalo 4 жыл бұрын

The reason guys switched from the cheese graters to the LX tails was the 93 cobra 🐍👍

@path9122 4 жыл бұрын

what a great explanation of fox body mustang. I have a 1985 coupe in the restoration process. It'll be a ripper :)

@jcchapman7383 3 жыл бұрын

Love it man!!!!!

@vancity_coaster 4 жыл бұрын

I had a 90 conv GT and always wanted a console 🤷🏼‍♂️ never knew most didn’t have one. And the 8.8 that was in my car was probably the best one ever because well... oh boy 😏 I also worked at a tire shop. Always a good slayer combo!! Damn well miss mine. 🤔 I really like the coyotes in the fox body though, must be a blast to drive!

@NINJA4RL 4 жыл бұрын

nice video. as someone else pointed out, the front fender spats are different 91-93. although not a visual, the forged pistons went away in 92 i believe. 92-93 lx cars have body color trim.

@kgthegreatone943 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information I'd love to find a 90 through 93 LX 5.0

@seastacker8582 4 жыл бұрын

I consider myself pretty in tune with fox body cars, but this is great content! Ps... I still to this day love me some chrome ponys. 🥰

@toddembry5946 4 жыл бұрын

I think I have the best of both worlds. My 85 gt has the lx ground effects but it's still a GT. Oh yeah can't forget it's coyote swapped too!!

@bigretardhalo 4 жыл бұрын

I used the knee bolsters.... I was 15/16 at the time so I wanted to use all the “tech” always adjusted the knee bolsters, tightened up the thigh bolsters, and adjusted that sweet airbag lumbar when dad would let me borrow/drive the 5.0 👍😂

@jc-kj2on 4 жыл бұрын

Great info here, 1 problem i see is that in most cases some jerk has switched out everything 🤫 to point they cant ever identify the body

@saleen88-049 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Did anybody notice the Motorsport Speedo at 8:31? I feel old with my first car I purchased new still in the garage, an 89 LX 5.0!

@rocketscientist007 4 жыл бұрын

Sure did! I have one on my '88. Installed it the 1st month I had the car.

@TylerMartin-bf9yb Ай бұрын

I have a LX hatch back and I love the car. It was my grandpas and the story behind it was it was a Oklahoma state trooper patrol car that was rolled and fixed by a little dealer ship. Pretty much making it look like a factory car made for civilians. I’m just now starting to make and save money and I’m getting ready to order the clutch quadrant and fuel system and make it run and drive it as I fix it up as I go. It’s kinda rough but it’s nothing I’m afraid of fixing on my own

@trailerpark187 4 жыл бұрын

We used to call the map lights dope scopes. I'm typing half way through the video, but there was something with the fenders that was different through the years

@brynntylernormandin1988 4 жыл бұрын

Minor detail you missed is the 1990-93 cars say AIR BAG on the vin plate under the front wind shield

@TK-ox1si 3 жыл бұрын

I owned a lot of Camaros but I honestly been wanting a Mustang just don't know where to start if I went through with buying one

@kennethdixon8947 4 жыл бұрын

A little tidbit I bought my Gt new in 1987 and I saw in a magazine article back in the day that Ford was going to put lights under the dash to light up the floorboards. They decided not to but some came from the factory with the light sockets. Sure enough mine had them and I put the bulbs in and they worked. Lit up both floorboard when you opened the door.

@carlosanderson4479 4 жыл бұрын

Love the four eye.

@truenorthern5809 3 жыл бұрын

85 and 86 gt had the nicest front seats

@richardpratts7011 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video But You left out One of the Most important Things of us Mustang lovers THE SSP POLICE FOX BODY MUSTANG'S SHAME!! SHAME!! Just Kidding... The SSP Brings certified calibration 160mph Speedometer,High voltage 130 amp alternator,heavy duty good year radiator hoses,transmission oil cooler on the automatic,heavy duty Suspension etc. Also The SSP STANG HAD ONE KEY FOR EVERYTHING, TRUNK & IGNITION Also Pop open trunk Release in glove box.. Tiny tip for 90 running horse 25 year on dash Also late 92 to 93 had different pistons..Good video I have 2,1990 SSP Mustangs & 1,1992 limited edition, also a 90 7up edition that I'm converting from auto to a Stick.. keep Posting👍

@andymac0035 4 жыл бұрын

I had a 93' GT with the "much coveted" black interior, but it's seats also had the knee bolsters, so there must have been exceptions. My power window controls were on the console, as opposed to the car shown with them on the doors.

@nine3cobra 4 жыл бұрын

SVOs and saleens had 5 lug, as well as some of the other super rare foxes like the ssac. 86 was the first year with fuel injection but was still a 4 eye so 86-88 were speed density. Telling the difference between the 4 eye mustang's gt/lx is a whole different episode. Also the front fenders were different sizes to accommodate the larger 16/17" wheels when they went to them

@281cobracar7 4 жыл бұрын

Your information is good. I just want to add one thing. In California 88 Mustang 5.0's were mass air cars.

@Poohdaddymagic 4 жыл бұрын

The 86 also had 15 less hp than the 85

@281cobracar7 4 жыл бұрын

@@Poohdaddymagic - Horsepower ratings for 82 and up Mustang GT's. 82 GT - 157 hp 83-84 GT - 175 hp 85 GT - 210 hp 86 GT - 200 hp 87-92 GT - 225 hp 93 GT - 205 hp (Ford change the hp rating but made no changes to the car)

@foxchassis 2 жыл бұрын

@@281cobracar7 The HP ratings you listed for model years 1982 through 1985 GTs are only for the 5.0L carbureted versions. In model year 1982 the 4.2L engine was available in the GT, and in Canada only the 2.3T (turbo) engine was available in the GT. in model years 1983 and 1984 the 2.3T engine was available in the (Turbo) GT. In model years 1984 and 1985 the 5.0L engine in the GT could be carbureted or fuel-injected (CFI). In model year 1985 the fuel-injected 5.0L in the GT had one HP rating early in the model year, before the pseudo-dual exhaust system from the 1985 5.0L carb model was available with the CFI engine, and then increased 15 HP with the addition of the 4V exhaust system. 82 GT (5.0L) - 157 hp 82 GT (4.2L) - 111 hp 82 GT (2.3T) - unknown hp 83 GT (5.0L) - 175 hp 83 Turbo GT (2.3T) - 145 hp 84 GT (5.0L/CFI) - 165 hp 84 GT (5.0L/4V) - 175 hp 84 Turbo GT (2.3T) - 145 hp 85 GT (early 5.0L/CFI) - 165 hp 85 GT (late 5.0L CFI) - 180 hp 85 GT (5.0L/4V) - 210 hp

@302mustanggt8 2 жыл бұрын

I have an 1986 foxbody GT convertible and its the newer style not the four eye,

@wskyanubis 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Forgot about the T-Tops though

@xrmerkur 4 жыл бұрын

Clearly the GT convertible was derived from the notched back. Great Video btw🐎

@chrishorst6993 4 жыл бұрын

The panel under the steering column is different as well. Flat from 87-89. 90 panel had a bump out

@MrMikestang63 4 жыл бұрын

tail lights- gt have cheese grater 87-88 85 speedo 87-88 except for CA are speed density 90 on no tilt 4 cyl 85 speedo and 6k tach 4cyl smaller brakes gt fogight switch 87-89 flat bottom gauge cluster LX do have fog light wiring just no lights or front bar LX have 10 hole wheels GT either turbine or ony wheels Engine wiring harnesses different from 87-88, 89-90, 91 to 93 Convert rear inner panels different 87-89 and 90-93 Side mirrors different on coupes than coverts 87-88 than 90-93

@FancyAnimal 4 жыл бұрын

Significant things you missed: 91-93 have different front fender wheel arches to fit the larger 16” wheels, 93 motors got hypereutectic cast pistons (including cobras) vs previous forged pistons - a lot of blown up supercharged 93s, 87-88 cars had a hotter cam and 3-5 more bhp, interior molds were changed for the dash/switches with darker black plastics as part of the cost reduction to offset the airbag cost, dash knee pads added in 90+, 25 year dash pony logo added in 89.

@ryanminor2334 3 жыл бұрын

I definitely I know what I want now. A 92-93 GT or LX hatch.

@gordonbarber727 Жыл бұрын

Awesome I love the foxbodys I have had 2 foxbodys l have a 2004 gt mustang 5 speed with 3 custom tunes

@C-Dub-K 3 жыл бұрын

I didn’t have my 89 off the lot 15 min and my first race was on... 😁 good ol days

@MrDjgatekeeper 4 жыл бұрын

That help a lot would like to know more 87 t top cars I believe mine was pieced together form what u said

@elliottbutts153 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 91 LX 5.0 convertible and verify the facts stated in this video are all true regarding my car. From interior to exterior side moldings. For some strange reason though you failed to mention the luggage racks and what models got them lol.

@yellowfoxbodyguy 4 жыл бұрын

86 and up verts got the rack. Had to remove mine to put the Saleen wing on.

@joshruby 4 жыл бұрын

verts got the rack in 86 so they could mount third brake light.

@titomacc408 4 жыл бұрын

The 🧀 graters though 👀 🔥 im 29 y.o and ive owned 6 foxbodies in my younglife . Still have a 92 GT drop 😤 great informative video!

@carsandquads7253 3 жыл бұрын

I want a set of cheese graters so bad I’m 20 and I’ve owned 5 foxes and it’s been 3 lxs a gt350 which was before graters and a gt that had been swapped to different lights

@Deeznuts84356 4 жыл бұрын

Ok you went back to the seats and mentioned it. 👍

@848racing7 4 жыл бұрын

87 hatch gt. New follower.

@chrismaze3441 2 жыл бұрын

You can put 87-93 quarter glass in 79-86 you have to drill an extra hole for one of the glass studs to go through but fits right in after that

@TheTwilightTraveler 4 жыл бұрын

In 1987, the LX 5.0 was still the base seats. Funny, but in 1990 you could option any LX, 4 cylinder included, the GT "Appearance Package" even on a notch. 2.3 with GT Ground Effects. Looked hilarious

@travisfadness1208 3 жыл бұрын

Very good !! I love the fox body's !! I learned a little about the interiors ! Burn rubber !!

@pctshooter 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite part of the 88 GT I had was the seat knee bolsters.

@EmanCurry30 3 жыл бұрын

My ultimate favorite is my dads 93 notchback. My second favorite is AV Boys 89 Hatchback that my dad sold to them.

@Marty_Mouse 4 жыл бұрын

I had a '90 5.0 LX hatch with a moonroof and custom ground effects. I liked the fact it didn't look like the common GT of the day and was just as fast :) I have to admit though, I think my 2015 Mustang GT is a much better car but I miss the '90 foxbody

@stang9023 3 жыл бұрын

Hey anyone wanting to know if its factory sun roof or moon they will have a drain hole that drains to the hatch because you can't get a notch with moon roof love the knowledge man didn't teach me anything new just takes me back. Ty

@markprice2225 2 жыл бұрын

1st Car I'd get is a hatchback gt in Magnesium brown(dark grey/brown clove metallic) w/ titanium ground effects. Emerald Green GT w/titanium effects will do just fine too. Dark Titanium with real Titanium effects are sweet too. Dream Cars. Couple streets down from my house there's a 92 green gt. It will be mine

@jdhog2363 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t forget the 91 & up front fenders were bigger wheel wells cuz of the the 16” pony wheels & 17” cobra wheels

@jamescarter7620 4 жыл бұрын

I love the channel my friend but don't forget the pony on the dash and sun roof cars got defferint door mirrors like the convertible.and the front fenders got a little wider on gt ground effects for the 16 wheels

@jamescarter7620 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry my friend the mirror 87 gt it might have been the t top cars.with the different mirrors.i have only seen two ever

@SuperShannon82 4 жыл бұрын

I have a light blue 92 mustang notchback lx 5.0. I got it back in 1998 for my first car in high school. It is still original no motor work only put 373 gears. I am thinking about doing 303 or 306 motor upgrade

@StrongStacker1 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video sir, I’ve owned several foxes, including an 89 GT, 90LX, 91GT, and have been Mustang less for a few years but I’m back in the market for another Foxbody but I can’t find anything. I live near Boston. Know anyone that has a Foxbody for sale for around 5-8 grand?

@860fox9 4 жыл бұрын

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@tflkwiz594 4 жыл бұрын

FYI fun fact. The Map light was replaced in 1992, but 1991 models built after August 12th had there map lights removed and replaced with the same dual functioning headlight/map light as the 1992 model. By the way the pull out bolster was deleted in 1992 not 1991. I own a 1991 with the pull out bolster. The pull out bolster delete is also referenced in the 1979-93 Mustang 5.0 Technical Reference & Performance Handbook as being 1992.

@Dee2000 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@joepawlak2380 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes early year built cars got the previous year parts. My 92 lx has seat leg bolsters but it was built in November 91

@tomstanley7568 Жыл бұрын

i had the 81 lx trunk hard top straight 6 cylinder automatic

@Gaming_vibe-f9r 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up a 5l 5speed 89 hatchback lx off my grandma for free, the drivers floor pan is rusted out but it’s an easy fix!

@kevinl6231 3 жыл бұрын

A SSP (Special Service Package), usually in notchback form in any of those years is especially desirable.

@tonycervz89 3 жыл бұрын

Yo Caleb Have You Ever Worked On Any Fairmonts?

@tdlvsabs 3 жыл бұрын

can you do a video like this about the red white and blue white interior options? my 88 gt convertible came with the blue white option , dark blue top and white power seats but has since been totally converted to an lx with a 93 gray interior. i want to know more about my original interior thanks

@ericfowler4248 4 жыл бұрын

The more modern dome light came in 1992. The swiveling map light between the sun visors last year was 1992. Just helping you out there buddy.

@aaronvillagomes9812 4 жыл бұрын

They also had an LX 5.0 . You can tell by the red dot if it had an H.O 5.0 in either the GT or the LX but I believe all LX 5.0 where H.O. The 87 H.O Lx had Holley Carb. Edelbrock intake. Headers

@roadrunner6961 4 жыл бұрын

I thought they only made one fox body 1986 t top 5.0 5 speed son give it to me 15 years ago and has 99000 miles and still all original and runs great , Mopar man but this little guy will still Go. They will grow on you.👍

@sa-uz8xv 4 жыл бұрын

holy shite, how the hell did u recall all of this info, haha. i knew id say 90 percent of it but the seat bolster info was new to me. lots of guys swap seats today so that hint wont always help. Great job, not sure i could add anything but if u do part 2.... i remember up to a point the lx's (maybe gt's) had pinstripping that matched the colour of the interior. cheers