But a nice '90-'93 Fox 5.0 with a driver-side airbag and excellent aftermarket disc brakes from Baer Brake Systems is also a good choice. It comes down to how much money you want to spend on a teen's first car. But if I were a father, I'd choose a clean V-6 coupe with an automatic transmission from the '99-'04 era. With all their modern amenities and safety features, these cars are great choices for a young loved one's first Mustang.
TRX Dilemma SolvedWe at the Mustang Indy Pace Car Registry have had to put up with the TRX tire-fitment problem for about five years. A friend of the registry can take the stock TRX rim, cut it down, then put it on a 15- or 16-inch forged aluminum rim for about $300 each, which solves the problem. While this is a substantial investment, it allows our members to get the tire they want and drive the car while still having the stock appearance. If anyone is interested in the rim conversion, we'll be happy to provide information. Send a return self-addressed, stamped envelope to the registry at: Indy Pace Car Registry of Mustangs, P.O. Box 261251, Lakewood, CO 80226.William PuckLakewood, CO
A reader touched on this subject in our May '05 issue, and I suggested he switch to 16-inch Star wheels as used on '91-'93 5.0s. Although the above option is pricey, it's still a viable way to go for those who want to retain the original look of the TRX wheel, which was 15.3 inches in diameter.
Send your '79-'05 Mustang questions to: Late-Model Corral, 9036 Brittany Way, Tampa, FL 33619, or e-mail to mustang.monthly@primedia.com