Overview & Reviews

Heavily updated is the 2003 SVT Mustang Cobra, which makes 390 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque thanks to the addition of an Eaton supercharger. A new six-speed manual transmission drives the rear wheels through a 3.55 rear axle ratio. Larger wheels and tires come standard, along with stiffer springs and a tubular cross brace. Cobra convertibles have a cloth top, while both cars get new seats with upgraded leather and suede upholstery. A limited-production Mach 1 model arrives later in the year with a massaged 4.6-liter V8 engine making at least 300 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque, a functional shaker hood with ram-air scoop, black striping, unique leather seating and retro-design Magnum 500 alloy wheels, and, of course, a Mach 460 audio system. Mach 1 can be ordered in a variety of colors with either a manual or automatic transmission. Like the Mustang Bullitt before it, the Mach 1 comes with a lowered, retuned suspension and additional frame rail connectors for a stiffer body. Large 13-inch Brembo front rotors and upgraded calipers are standard.

Standard V6 and V8 GT models change little for 2003. A V6 Pony Package includes 16-inch polished alloy wheels and the GT's scooped hood. All V6 models get a new hood design, and four new colors debut.

• Available V8 power, variety of trim levels, healthy dose of American attitude.

• Archaic structure, aged design.

User Reviews:

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  Mach out rock out - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By 03sfmach - November 11 - 11:25 pm

  I needed a rear drive, v8, stick shift car to drive everyday that I could stomp on allday everyday and still depend on it running all the time. This car has been awesome. Thought about a 2001-2004 vette (way too cheesy), early 2000 SS or z28 camaro (crappy tranny, rear-end, interior quality, overall looks) or a 2003-2004 cobra (bad-a$$ car but pricy) but the MACH seemed like the best value . ($14700, 22000 miles, lowered, tri-ax shifter, magnaflow exhaust) I have not been disappointed at all. The car really sings after 3500 rpms, tranny has a steep 1st gear and a low low overdriven 5th (about 1900rpms at 75mph). Pick one up if you can

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  perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By ludam84 - September 27 - 10:00 am

  this is the most perfect and good looking car I ever had.

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  Ford Mustang GT - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By rdarche - September 20 - 2:00 am

  Great car to drive during the summer...hellish to drive during the winter (snow).

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  Awesome - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By Jake - September 10 - 9:53 pm

  I have owned my car for over 2 1/2 years and havent spent a dime in repairs just an oil change every 3000miles. I have a cat-back exhaust and air intake on it. When driving it easy on the highway I have gotten 32mpg! This is the best car I have ever owned.

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  cobra - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By nonphixion - September 4 - 10:00 am

  the mustang svt cobra r is a hot ride with exelent preformence and im looking to bye more for family and im happy with the speed results it has given me. The horse power is amazing and the comfort is awesome.

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  Well-built, fun V8 - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By Vroompshhtsi - August 25 - 11:30 am

  Ive owned this car for a year now. The 5 speed manual transmission mixed with the V8 provides tons of fun. I have intake/exhaust/gears done to it. No its not that fastest car out there but it beats every 4 cylinder thats tried and it keeps up with most other V8s. Nothing mechanically has gone wrong with this car. Its taken everything Ive thrown at it. MPG was as low as 18 when I beat on it, but now Im getting as much as 23 when Im nicer to it. A great mix of daily driver dependability and V8 fun. My friends Camaro (97 Z28) broke every other month, its hard to find a fun V8 that is dependable but this car is one of them!

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  Nice Ride - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By Greg - August 24 - 12:45 pm

  Bought my GT in 2006 w/23k on it in excellent condition. Now it has about 46k on the odometer. In three years Ive replaced a tire (damaged) and a wheel bearing. The drivers door lock sticks, so I have to use the key. The transmission has a light squeal which goes away when you engage the clutch. Otherwise, it is reliable, very fun to drive, and gets good gas mileage. The five speed is fun but a little clunky/heavy to shift. The handling is good but understeers a little too much and the steering is a little slow.

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  Love My Stang - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By Atlanta - August 2 - 9:24 am

  I bought it used in 2004 with 29k miles on it. It is fun to drive, has decent gas mileage, (mostly drive it around town), and I have had only two repairs. The windshield washer pump went out shortly after purchase, but the dealer fixed it for free and the alternator had to be replaced in Nov. 2007. Other than that, it has been trouble free. My husband is 61" and feels very cramped when riding in it, but Im 51" and its great for me. Not made for 4 people to sit comfortably in it. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a sporty, good looking car at a reasonable price. The only Ford car I would buy! Both kids want it when I get tired of it, they might be in for a long wait....

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  WooBaby - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By StangBoy - July 29 - 10:00 am

  Best car ever..next to my 97 T-Bird

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  03 Mach 1 - 2003 Ford Mustang
  By chiseled - July 16 - 2:00 am

  This car is too much fun! Definitely a head-turner, especially when they see a woman driving it :)