1999 Shelby Series 1

Introduction

The 1999 Shelby Series 1 was a high-performance sports car based on the Ford Mustang GT. It was powered by a 4.6-liter V8 engine and offered with a choice of a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The Shelby Series 1 was praised for its impressive performance, but it also had some issues that owners should be aware of.

Engine

4.6L V8

• Intake manifold gasket failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaks coolant and oil, overheating, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000
  • Recalls: None Found
• Head gasket failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking coolant into the combustion chamber, overheating, white smoke from the exhaust
  • Solution: Replace head gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1500 - $2500
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-Speed Manual

• Synchronizer failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises
  • Solution: Replace synchronizers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

4-Speed Automatic

• Transmission slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission doesn’t engage properly, lack of power
  • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1500 - $2500
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut mount failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Knocking or clunking noises, reduced handling and stability
  • Solution: Replace strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Electrical gremlins
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent electrical issues, such as flickering lights, power window failure, etc.
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair specific electrical components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the issue
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Clear coat peeling
  • Description/Symptoms: Clear coat on the paint peels off, revealing the primer or base coat
  • Solution: Repaint or touch up the affected areas
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1500
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks develop on the dashboard
  • Solution: Replace or repair the dashboard
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 1999 Shelby Series 1 is a powerful and iconic sports car, but it has some potential issues that owners should be aware of. The most severe and expensive issues include intake manifold gasket failure, head gasket failure, and transmission slipping. Other issues, such as strut mount failure, electrical gremlins, and interior cracking, are less serious but can still be costly to repair. Overall, the 1999 Shelby Series 1 is a reliable and enjoyable car, but owners should be prepared for potential maintenance and repair costs.