Rebuilding a totaled 1993 Mustang GT convertible with engine damage. 

I had a ‘90 GT convertible. I bought it used. It had an auto transmission. I drove it home and ordered everything I needed to put in a World Class T-5 transmission, 3:55 rear gears, subframe connectors, under hood shock tower triangular brace, ‘95 Mustang five bolt front spindles, 5 bolt rear axles, larger throttle body and cold air kit. It was a way different car than the one I drove home when I bought it. No engine internals but it was awesome. I miss it. This vid brought back great memories.

Your commentary makes this old boy smile.

Oh Man, that hurt! I drive my 91 Mustang GT nearly every day. I've had it for 20 years and my wife is pretty sure I'm insane for keeping it for so long.

Again, as a Ford engineer... I can totally relate. When will we learn? :D "It looked good in CAD" is the bane of my existence.

I was a Ford senior master Ford tech for almost 40yrs. I love Fords and have always driven them. I absolutely do not mind you throwing rocks at them, I know what they are though. I have watched your channel for a long time and enjoy every bit of each show. Thank you sir!

Best Scott quote on this video, "You can't wreck it if it's always in the shop." Love it!

As the former owner of a 93 GT that was very similar to this one, I have to say all of your pokes and jabs at Fords, Mustangs and their owners had me rolling. Glad to see this car in your hands, I know that you'll do it justice. I traded my GT in back in 1998 for a Jeep ZJ. Even though that Jeep lasted me for the next 20 years and 220k miles I still felt bad giving up my Mustang. Long story short, a few years later I found my paperwork on it and I figured that I'd try to track down the new owner and see if they'd be willing to sell it. To my surprise it never made it off the dealer lot (well at least not to a new owner) The dealer's son took the car off the lot about a week after I traded it in and got into a wreck and totaled it out. Was a sad day for me for sure. Best of luck with this build. I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for your next videos on it!

The Scott comments are rather funny ! Scotts sarcasm is just one of the reasons I love his channel as do his many subscribers. Hope he never goes soft on us !

Looks like someone really looked after that car previously, shame it got crashed

Never knew I'd see a water pump rebuild here. I'm impressed!

There was a salvage yard next to my house when these were new. The guy there specialized in rebuilding these.(convertibles) He was the master of welding front end wrecks and back end wrecks toghether!

Great video Scott...I forgot the early 5.0s only had 4 lugs...not many V8s with 4 lug wheels...

Another Mustang convertible. What happened to the one we aren't allowed to mention? Did you keep building it or scrap it because it was too hard to fit the old body on the later frame? Would be interesting to find out and see more of it if you are still working on it.

I'm kinda surprised you didn't give it a little tug with the portable frame rack, to give you some room behind the radiator.

I always enjoy your videos, the afternoon crew scream coming off the trailer still makes me laugh every time. Also, I love the fact that youtubers watch other channels and use their lines as well. The "there's your problem lady" is such a classic now. Thanks for the effort and constant videos you make.

I love the channel. And im also glad you still work on Fords sometimes. These foxbodys are great cars. I've owned one for 24 years, and it has been very reliable. Thanks for sharing!

Wow. It looks like that stang was in immaculate condition until the crash. It must have been the pride and joy of the owner. I bet he or she cried after that crash.

Always loved the way they sound.

I been looking forward to seeing the Mustang come back to life since the car show view ! Was nice to meet you and the pizza girl and chat a little by the way. Your videos are awesome as well as your sense of humor the entertainment never stops !

Bagging on the haters, a very rewarding hobby! Please continue to document your talent, and thanks for sharing

I have never been a Ford guy, but I am glad to see it being saved!

I had a 88 gt convertible same color in college. 5spd swap, e303 cam, exhaust etc etc. I loved it for years until i got my first ls1 trans am. Then i never looked back. Id love to have it back but they guy that has it gutted it and its was a race car so it would take a parts car to rebuild it.

The character arc you’ve taken that I never thought you would…”first we’ve gotta wash it up first.”

that was my dream car back in the day, i would love to have that now

Such precision tool and adjustments on water pump repairs

Scott your attitude is the reason i watch your videos keep it up .

I love this guy, hes funny and hes real. Some people might not like him. I don't give a damn. I just found this channel and I can guarantee you i'm gonna stay

Scott, I’ve been a diehard Ford guy pretty much my whole life. But anymore, I’m moving away from them. What passes for quality from Ford these days is atrocious at best. No haters tears outta me, love your sarcasm and wit! Keep the videos coming, I’ll keep watching 😉😁👍

Love all the shade you kept throwing at Fords. Also really enjoyed pro tips like ensuring that you miss the drain pain when draining the antifreeze.

Looking forward to this one. I would love to see more "old school" repairs.

I always loved the sound that these old pushrod 5.0 engines make. Glad to see you working to save this one...

“You can’t wreck it if it’s always in the shop” ❤

As someone who owns a 88 gt i can confirm ford nailed it on reliabilty.might as well not run a hood.saves the trouble of having to lift it everyday.

Thank you Scott for electing to keep this one on the road. Dont see many clean foxes these days. I will enjoy watching/learning more from your expertise and thorough rebuild. I have one myself that is gonna need exactly what you're about embark upon. Mine still looks decent and runs and drives. Repair before I bought it was done half ass in my opinion. Looking forward to the build.

“You can’t wreck it if it’s always in the shop” . Never knew I'd see a water pump rebuild here. I'm impressed!.

Laughed at all the Ford jokes this episode. Just as funny as all the jokes made about all the other car brands. So glad you don't discriminate and treat all brands the same. Thanks for another great episode. Peace!!

Finally, your rebuilding a car that is actually worth the effort.

Looks like a good project. Its crazy how much those Fox body cars have gone up these past few years. They are often selling for more than they were new in good condition. I need to get my 87 with 306k miles back on the road soon.

Poor 5.0 .... I had a 1989 LX 5.0 Mustang hatchback back in the day. Hate if you must but I really like that body style and it was super fun to drive. Glad to see your saving this poor pony. I am sure you will do a great job! Good luck sir and enjoy your weekend!

I sometimes wonder why I love whatching your vlogs and then you go a buy a ford. Totally understand why again ! 🇨🇦

Great find! I would sure like to find something like this. The front damage and engine problem ain't nothing.

A different era of auto manufacturing. I missed the "wiggle and pull" method on this one!😢

you were lucky with the water pump, those bolts seize in the block.

Please keepem coming!

Enjoyment at all levels 👍🏼

Missed your channel for a while….I’m glad you’re back

Man, I love your description, you speak your mind! Good job!

I absolutely love 80's and 90's Ford's especially the Fox mustang. Can't wait to see how everything goes with the repair.🐺

Love that hood strap!

Shame that got wrecked and with new parts. That hurt! On to the next parts. Gonna look great when it's done.

You got a great buy for a car which "doesn’t run or drive." Was it a fuel pump shutoff that you switched on in the trunk ? We didn't get these here in New Zealand, Love your videos Scott, they clarify why crash repairs cost what they do. Go Ford !!!

Thanks, Scott! No Friday night would be complete without my weekly "Fix" of Vehcor.

Got those water pump bolts mighty close to arcing that battery. That'll get you excited 😂

Alright stop...collaborate and listen. Scott is back with a new renovation. Rolling down the road in 5.0.. a Pony car for the channel.. nice. Stay safe and be well

Really great video, Scott!

What an unexpected surprise! I really enjoyed the video, and had completely forgotten about the fuel pump re-set switch. Someone really loved that car, I'm sorry it got taken from them.

The constact sarcasm is thoroughly appreciated! 🙂

Scott, I share your sentiments about Fords. Keep up the good works.

Scott, you are so funny! I hate it when my frame rail goes limp too! Seriously, this Mustang may be 30 years old, but it will be really sharp looking when you are finished. It is a great color combination.

Great stuff Thanks for posting

Love the channel ! Never a dull moment !

As a ford fan I wouldn't have it eny other way. I really in joy you content. Thanks

Happy Friday, Scott! This was actually one of my dream cars back in the day. I've always wanted one of these. Now I want one of the new Shelby convertibles!

I saw this at the car show and took a picture of the sign to find your youtube channel. Hope to see it back at the show after the rebuild.

You have reverse lights on both sides. Consider that a win 🏆

As an owner of a 92 Mustang I was really looking forward to the snark. As I'm watching, all your pokes and prods ring true. Much more than a passing knowledge. Could you have owned one of these at one time or is it all from working on them in the shop? Can't wait for the rest of this series. Keep up the snark, its a great way to end a tough work week.

I was born the day the mustang was released, I break down a lot, have had some rust repair and body damage…..but hey I’m still on the road.

Nice, interesting project. Looking forward to seeing more videos on this one.

Happy Friday Scott. This makes me feel old. I was in high school when this was new.

Nice work like always

Scott i hope this build stires the juices and we can get some more content on your other old /new mustang build i really enjoyed the how too on that one cheers from down under

That is an unusually nice '93. Except for the bent parts.

I'm am very surprised at the condition of the underside of that mustang. Haven't seen one that clean since 1995! Seriously!

Love your comments, great job.

This will be an interesting build. It was the car to have back in the early 90’s.

As usual, excellent content. Thanks 👍

My old man had a 90s Taurus. No accident but he went over some big bump that tripped that fuel pump switch. A simple push and the car was fine.

Love the well-deserved Ford jokes. Though this old Mustang was built years before Ford's Better Idea to use cheap 2-piece lugnuts that swell, hopefully, you will find an opportunity to insert a comment about that brilliant feature in a future broadcast.

Congratulations Scott

Nice I have a 93 like that it’s red white top 92k on it Can’t wait to see you finish this one 😎👍🏾

Be careful those orange hoses are high voltage water!

All my fords start no problems never have an issue. Them little 5.0 were some of the best engines ever made.

This is the last year of the Fox body mustang. And a 5.0. for 30 years old other than the accident in very nice condition. Could easily be a nice driver collectable car.

At 7:18, you dang near shorted out the battery terminals with one of those water pump bolts. 😱

I knew it was the gas shut off switch! Was tipped off on that one years ago on a SVO. Cool car.

This is my dream car. I would love to get this car from you after your done. I will keep watching and see what your willing to let it go for if willing. I can’t wait for the finished results.

In the 1960, working in my dad's garage, while changing one of my first water pumps, on a 289, my dad said something I've never forgotten. "Make sure you put the long bolts in the long holes and the short bolts in the short holes."

You can never go wrong with Silverado single cab and f body mustangs. God bless you. You get a like and a comment !!! Well done 👍🏻

9:20 yes, new 4 bangers make more HP but they also won't be running 30 yrs from now without huge repair bills. You're lucky to get to the end of the engine warranty on the eco boosts without having to do a valve job.

Lots of work. But, I have the utmost confidence in you.👍🏻👍🏻

I had a 1991 Mustang LX 5.0 Convertible for 29 years. I want to see a Camaro of that age last that long.

Another good entertaining video. Actually pretty good looking car.

I keep hoping you will rebuild a 3rd gen F-body (IROC-Z or Trans Am GTA) one day. Enjoying this one.

Hey Scott, I owned one of those type of Mustangs back when they first came out. I enjoyed the one that I purchased but little by little it fell apart until I sold it to someone who collected them. I loved the 1976 Mustang Cobra II and enjoyed several ford cars back in the day. I eventually started purchasing trucks and bought different brands and found that no matter what brand you buy eventually they all fall apart.

A friend of mine just parted out an 89 convertible with under 6k original miles on it. I believe he still has the quarter window stuff and some other odds and ends if you are looking for that stuff from a low mile car. It also had a gray interior (though the color isn't quite the same between 89 and 93.) Located in central Ohio. I have an airbag, but it's from a 91 which I believe is different than 93.

Great video! I saw nothing wrong with your attitude or ability. It was entertaining and extremely watchable.👍

Nice project !

Yeah buddy, you earned that subscribe at "power manual window" lol. Great vid !

I had an 89 5.0 LX. Once you said it wasn't starting I was pointing to the trunk. I was stuck at work for 30min once until I read the owners manual. As a guess pushed that button and off I went.

😂 Loved this video. I was hoping it was Vanilla Ice in the CD player right from the thumbnail. Well done!