Thinking about getting back into a convertible Mustang

[Thundersteel]

About 4-5 years ago, i sold my 2016 GT/CS convertible. I loved the car, but sold it only to reduce expenses for future retirement.

I’m fully retired now, and have found I can afford to get another convertible. I’m not interested in getting a new one (too much tech), so I’ve been looking at used ones. I found a 2017 GT/CS Convertible with ~30k miles, but I’m a bit concerned about the age/wear of the convertible top.

I’ve also been looking at newer ‘verts, but am not sure about the reliability/longevity of the digital dash, along with the 10R80. I was always told the 6R80 was bullet-proof, and that the 10R80 has some problems. i also heard the MT82 was still troublesome.

So, would you recommend I stay with the 2015-2017s, or look for a newer one?

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[tj@steeda]

2019 Mustang Convertible here - 30K miles & no issues with the top or any of the digital instruments - knock on wood, it's been a pretty solid car.

I hope that helps in your quest!

Best,

TJ

 

[Ecto1]

The Ford 6-speed automatics also have their share of troubles. But I'd prefer the 6-speed to the 10 speed. I've driven the 10 speed and I hated it. I wouldn't want to own one.

As for the convertible top there are products to recondition the top. I have some spots on mine that have faded. I need to try some of these things to see if they'll work. I've been told by a local convertible top repair shop owner that they work pretty well.

Check out the Renovo products. There are others but the convertible top repair shop owner recommends this one.

 

[Jan Bakker]

Mine is from 2017 and spent a lot of time outside at the previous owner's; the hood is still perfect.

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