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17K-Mile 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible
Overview
Mileage
17,098
Make
Ford
Model
Mustang
VIN
1FALP4…
Year
1997
Trim
SVT Cobra
Engine
4.6L DOHC V8
Transmission
Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
Black Leather
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Body Style
Convertible
Doors
2
Title Status
Clean
Seller Type
Private Party
Location
Liberty, NC
Carfax Report
LMNM ID
2026-103
Description
There are Low Miles No Miles cars…and then there are clean, low-mile SVT Cobras that have simply been kept right. This 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible falls into that category, showing just 17,098 miles and standing as a well-preserved example of the SN95 Cobra.
Vehicle Overview
Finished in black over a black leather interior with a black convertible top, this Mustang SVT Cobra is powered by its original 4.6L DOHC V8 paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The odometer currently shows 17,098 miles, and the car remains mostly stock and true to its original form.
As an SVT Cobra, this car represents Ford’s performance division during the late 90s, featuring the high-revving DOHC modular V8 that set it apart from standard GT models.
This example remains largely original, with the only noted changes being a replacement passenger-side fender and updated headlights and turn signals.
Story
This Cobra has remained within the same family since new before being passed to the current owner. It has spent much of its life garage kept, which is reflected in its overall condition today.
The only noted body repair occurred after a minor incident involving a tree while backing out of a driveway, resulting in the replacement of the passenger-side fender.
Following an extended period of limited use, the car was recently gone through to ensure it is in proper running condition.
Condition
As expected for a low-mile example, the car presents very well throughout. The exterior retains its original paint aside from the replaced passenger-side fender, and overall condition reflects long-term indoor storage. Noted in photos is some paint damage to passenger side of the bumper corner.
The black leather interior remains clean with minimal wear consistent with the miles shown.
The vehicle is reported to be completely rust-free and has no known mechanical issues. Approximately $2,000 in recent service work has been completed, including an oil change, new tires, brake fluid flush, and headlight alignment.
Overall, this is a clean, honest example that has been brought up to date and is ready to be driven or preserved.
Highlights
- 17,098 miles shown
- 4.6L DOHC SVT Cobra V8
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- SVT Cobra Convertible
- Black exterior over black leather interior
- Mostly stock and original
- Replacement passenger-side fender
- Updated headlights and turn signals
- Recent $2,000 service and recommissioning
- New tires installed
- Rust-free example
Letter From The LMNM Team
This is just a clean Cobra.
Nothing overdone, nothing turned into something else just a low-mile, well-kept example of what these cars were.
The SN95 Cobras have their own feel to them. The DOHC motor, the way they rev, the overall balance they’re a different experience than the GTs from the same era.
What stands out here is how straightforward it is. Good miles, right setup, and recently gone through so it’s ready to go.
That’s exactly what you want out of a car like this.
