One-of-a-Kind!

1983 Mustang-Conversion Mercury Zephyr

Zephyr on the outside, High-performance Mustang on the inside...

1983 Mustang Zephyr

***SOLD!!***

I'd love to keep my pet project, but I have two new projects waiting in the wings, so it's time for the new owner to enjoy the looks of surprise in the rearview mirror...

The donor car was a 1983 Mustang GT convertible. The engine was completely rebuilt, bored and balanced, with NEW TRW hypereutectic pistons and a new Competition Cams hi-lift camshaft. The valve train has roller rockers and the heads were completely rebuilt with new valves and seats.
Interestingly, though the Futuras and Zephyrs look bigger than the Mustangs, most of that is a carefully-engineed illusion. And this Zephyr weighs 400 pounds LESS than the donor car, and even less than Mustang coupes, giving it an edge in the power-to-weight ratio.

Has only 38,000 miles since the complete power train rebuild. Have all receipts and maintenance records.
The paint is very good, but there are a few small nicks in the front of the hood, and on the lower panels behind the rear wheels. There is also one small dent from an errant shopping cart (grrr!) on the passenger door. Did not chip the paint.
The top of the dash is pristine! I have had a cover on it so it has never seen much sun.

The left rear taillight lens has a repaired crack and a broken corner (see photo). All in all, pretty good condition considering the year. A lot of fun at a fraction of the cost of doing it yourself.

BEFORE AFTER
Engine 3.3L (200 CI) straight-six
118 HP
5.0L (302 CI) V8
320 HP (est.)
Transmission C4 Automatic 5-Speed
Borg-Warner T5
Differential 7.5"
2.73
NEW Ford Motorsport 8.8"
Traction-Lok
3.73
Suspension Stock High Rate Springs
Lowered 1.5"
Exhaust Single, 1-3/4" Custom, Dual 2-1/2"
Dual Vortec Mufflers
H-Pipe

(Sounds Awesome)
Carburetor 1 bbl Holley 500CFM
4bbl Double-Pumper
Curb Weight 2940 lbs. 2960 lbs.
Lbs. per HP 24.9 9.25
Rear Torsion Bar None 3/4"
Front Torsion Bar 3/4" 1-1/4"

  • 1.6:1 Roller Rockers
  • Competition Cams camshaft, .460/.474
  • TRW Hypereutectic Pistons
  • Edelbrock Performer Manifold
  • Ford Motorsport Stainless Steel Headers
  • Windage Tray
  • Replaced the Clutch (HD), Pressure Plate, Arm (HD) and Bearings at conversion
  • Custom Upholstered Mustang Bucket Seats
  • Mustang GT Instrument Cluster: 140mph speedo
  • Custom Shift Handle
  • Momo Steering Wheel
  • Holley Electric Fuel Pump
  • Strut Tower Brace
  • Near-New Kumho Speed-Rated ECSTA AST Tires
    P225/60R15 Rear, P215/60R15 Front
  • Centerline wheels
  • NEW Superior Automotive Rear Axles
  • Recent front rotors and rear drums
  • Custom, Balanced Driveshaft
  • Custom Paint

83 Zephyr-Stang 83 Zephyr-Stang 83 Zephyr Front Zephyr Interior Pristine Dash Strut Tower Brace Engine Engine Trunk Odometer Centerline Left Taillight Lens Shopping Cart Dent