1989 Ford Mustang LX Notchback, SSP, 5.0L HO V8, Marti Report
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1989 Ford Mustang LX $33,989

1989 Ford Mustang LX Notchback SSP, Rare Special Service Package, Kennedy Space Center Detective Car, 5.0L HO V8, Marti Report, Beautiful Restoration! RARE SSP MUSTANG! KENNEDY SPACE CENTER GOVERNMENT-ISSUED DETECTIVE CAR! DESIRABLE FOX BODY NOTCHBACK! BEAUTIFUL CABERNET RED! DOCUMENTED HISTORY! Every once in a while, a very special vehicle comes along with a history that truly sets it apart from the rest. This 1989 Ford Mustang LX Notchback SSP is one of those cars! Not only is this a beautiful example of the highly desirable Fox Body Mustang Notchback, but it is also a genuine SSP (Special Service Package) Mustang, specially ordered for government service and reportedly used as a detective vehicle at Kennedy Space Center in Florida! For Mustang enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who appreciates a vehicle with a unique history, this is an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of American automotive and government service history! A Special Mustang with a Fascinating History! During the 1980s and early 1990s, Ford produced specially equipped Mustang LX models for law enforcement and government agencies under the Special Service Package (SSP) program. These Mustangs became legendary for their impressive performance, lightweight construction, and ability to serve in demanding law enforcement roles. Unlike the more commonly recognized marked highway patrol Mustangs, this particular example was specially ordered for government use and reportedly served as an undercover or unmarked detective vehicle at Kennedy Space Center! Imagine the stories this Mustang could tell from its years of service at one of America's most famous space exploration facilities! Because of its detective-service configuration, this Mustang does not have the traditional exterior police emergency lights associated with marked patrol vehicles. However, it still retains its siren equipment, which operates intermittently, adding another fascinating element to its unique government-service history. The car is accompanied by a Marti Report, providing valuable factory production information, along with an extensive binder filled with receipts documenting its ownership and care. Beautiful Cabernet Red Paint, Razor Straight Body! Finished in its stunning Cabernet Red Exterior with Scarlet Red Cloth Bucket Seat Interior, this Mustang is an absolute head-turner! The car received a beautiful, high-quality repaint just a few years ago, featuring a professionally applied Base Coat/Clear Coat finish that gives the Cabernet Red paint outstanding depth, shine, and overall appearance. The body is razor straight, and the quality of the paintwork is exceptional! The rich Cabernet Red color perfectly complements the clean, understated lines of the Fox Body Notchback. Unlike the more common hatchback Mustangs, the LX two-door sedan has a distinctive, lightweight, no-nonsense appearance that has made it one of the most desirable Fox Body configurations among enthusiasts and collectors. This car has the kind of curb appeal that makes you stop and take a second look! Legendary 5.0 HO V8 Performance! Under the hood is Ford's legendary 5.0 Liter EFI High Output V8 Engine, the powerplant that helped establish the Fox Body Mustang as one of the most celebrated American performance cars of its era! Paired with an Automatic Overdrive Transmission and 2.73 Rear Axle, this Mustang offers a fantastic combination of V8 performance, smooth operation, and comfortable highway cruising. The 5.0 HO V8 delivers that unmistakable Mustang sound and responsive performance that enthusiasts have loved for decades. Best of all, this Mustang runs and drives EXCELLENT! Whether you're enjoying a weekend cruise, heading to a Mustang show, or simply taking it out for a drive, this SSP Notchback delivers the classic Fox Body experience that makes these cars so enjoyable to own! Beautiful Interior and Desirable Equipment! Inside, you'll find the striking Scarlet Red Cloth Bucket Seat Interior, a fantastic color combination with the Cabernet Red exterior. The interior retains the classic, functional appearance that made the Mustang LX such a popular choice for special-service applications. Equipment includes: Factory-Style Scarlet Red Cloth Bucket Seats Automatic Overdrive Transmission Air Conditioning AM/FM Stereo Original-Style Mustang LX Interior Retained Siren Equipment from Its Special-Service Configuration The air conditioning is currently operational and blowing cool air, although it is not as cold as it ideally should be, and may benefit from additional servicing. The siren equipment is also present but operates intermittently. Tasteful Upgrades with Original Components Included! This Mustang currently rides on a beautiful set of 17-Inch American Racing Torq Thrust Wheels, giving it a slightly more aggressive, updated appearance while still maintaining the timeless styling of the original Fox Body Mustang. The car has also received a 5-Lug Wheel Conversion, a popular upgrade among Mustang enthusiasts. What makes this example particularly appealing is that the original steel wheels and the original components needed to return the car to its factory-style 4-lug wheel configuration are included with the sale! This gives the next owner the best of both worlds: enjoy the car with its current upgraded appearance or return it to a more original presentation. For a collectible SSP Mustang, having these original components included is a significant advantage! Long-Term Florida Ownership and Documented History! Another great feature of this Mustang is its ownership history. The most recent owner has cared for this vehicle in Orlando, Florida, since 2015, while the previous owner had owned it since 2007. That represents nearly two decades of ownership history between just two longtime caretakers! Accompanying the car is a Marti Report and a binder filled with receipts, providing additional background and supporting information for the next owner. When it comes to collectible Mustangs, having documentation, ownership history, and original components can make all the difference! Vehicle Highlights: 1989 Ford Mustang LX 2-Door Notchback Genuine SSP – Special Service Package! Special-Order Government-Issue Mustang! Reportedly Used as a Detective Car at Kennedy Space Center, Florida! Extremely Desirable Fox Body Notchback Body Style Legendary 5.0 Liter EFI HO V8 Engine Automatic Overdrive Transmission 2.73 Rear Axle Ratio Beautiful Cabernet Red Exterior Scarlet Red Cloth Bucket Seat Interior High-End Base Coat/Clear Coat Repaint Completed a Few Years Ago Razor Straight Body with Excellent Paint! 17-Inch American Racing Torq Thrust Wheels Upgraded 5-Lug Wheel Conversion Original Steel Wheels Included! Original Components to Convert Back to 4-Lug Included! Factory-Style Air Conditioning – Operational, but Could Be Colder AM/FM Stereo Retained Siren Equipment – Works Intermittently No Exterior Police Emergency Lights Marti Report Included! Binder Full of Receipts and Ownership Records! Same Orlando, Florida Owner Since 2015 Previous Owner Had Owned the Car Since 2007 Very Desirable Mustang SSP Collectible Runs and Drives Excellent! Beautiful Presentation with Unique Government-Service History! Why This Mustang Is So Special! The Fox Body Mustang has become one of the hottest and most collectible generations of Ford's legendary pony car, and the LX Notchback is widely regarded as one of the most desirable body styles of the entire Fox Body era. Add the genuine SSP Special Service Package, the reported Kennedy Space Center detective-service history, the beautiful Cabernet Red and Scarlet Red color combination, the exceptional body and paint, and the included documentation, and this becomes something far more interesting than your typical 5.0 Mustang! While many SSP Mustangs spent their careers in highway patrol service, this example's reported connection to Kennedy Space Center gives it a particularly fascinating story. This is the kind of Mustang that appeals to multiple groups of enthusiasts: Fox Body collectors, SSP Mustang enthusiasts, law enforcement vehicle collectors, and anyone who appreciates a special automobile with a story behind it. The fact that it has been carefully maintained by longtime Florida owners, comes with a Marti Report and extensive receipts, and includes the original wheels and conversion components makes it even more appealing. Most importantly, it isn't just a beautiful Mustang to look at. IT RUNS AND DRIVES EXCELLENT! If you've been searching for a very special Fox Body Mustang that combines distinctive history, beautiful presentation, desirable equipment, and the legendary performance of Ford's 5.0 HO V8, you absolutely need to see this car! RARE SSP NOTCHBACK! KENNEDY SPACE CENTER HISTORY! 5.0 HO V8! RAZOR STRAIGHT BODY! BEAUTIFUL CABERNET RED PAINT! MARTI REPORT! LONG-TERM FLORIDA OWNERSHIP! This isn't just another Fox Body Mustang. This is a special piece of Mustang history with a story worth preserving! Don't miss the opportunity to add this beautiful 1989 Ford Mustang LX SSP Notchback to your collection! This vehicle is a new arrival and has not yet completed our service department’s inspection process, professional detailing, or full photography. It is currently being offered for purchase in its present AS-IS condition at the advertised price. Once the vehicle completes our inspection, servicing, detailing, and photography process, the advertised price may increase accordingly. Buyers interested in securing the car at its current offered price are welcome to purchase it today before that process is completed. While we do our best to provide the highest quality muscle cars with an honest and reliable description and realize the importance of transparency when selling vehicles. That being said, we have not built, modified, changed or personally owned this vehicle. Whether this vehicle is consigned or owned by Past & Present Motor Cars we do not know the vehicles complete history since new. We want to be clear and try to answer any questions our customers might have prior to purchasing. 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