1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
56K-Mile 1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe 348 Automatic
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There are Low Miles No Miles cars...and then there are the ones that take an already fun sports car and turn the dial up a few notches.
This 2005 Ford Mustang GT VITESSE is one of those cars.
Showing just 32,018 miles, this Florida-kept Mustang combines Ford's unmistakable retro-inspired S197 styling with a serious collection of performance upgrades, highlighted by a polished Vortech V-2 supercharger and charge-cooling system.
Under the hood sits Ford's 4.6-liter three-valve V8, backed by a five-speed manual transmission and a Hurst short-throw shifter. Long-tube headers, an aggressive exhaust system, a functional Shaker-style hood, and staggered 20-inch wheels give this GT the performance and attitude to match its appearance.
According to the selling dealer, the car has been exceptionally well maintained, remains rust-free, and runs and drives beautifully.
It's a low-mileage, enthusiast-built Mustang that captures everything we loved about the early S197 performance scene, with a little extra horsepower and plenty of personality.
Vehicle Overview
The 2005 model year marked a major turning point for the Ford Mustang.
After years of increasingly modern designs, Ford introduced the all-new S197 platform, bringing back the long hood, short rear deck, and muscular proportions that made the original Mustang an American icon.
The redesigned GT featured Ford's 4.6-liter three-valve Modular V8, producing 300 horsepower in factory configuration. Paired with a five-speed manual transmission, it delivered the kind of traditional V8 driving experience that Mustang enthusiasts had come to expect.
This example is represented as a GT Premium Coupe with a VITESSE designation and an extensive collection of aftermarket performance and appearance upgrades. Documentation establishing the origin or specific contents of the Vitesse designation has not been provided.
The centerpiece of the build is a polished Vortech V-2 centrifugal supercharger system, complete with charge cooling. The installation gives the 4.6-liter V8 the potential for a substantial increase in performance over its factory specifications.
Supporting modifications include Granatelli performance spark plugs, long-tube headers, an X-pipe, and a full straight-pipe exhaust system.
A Moroso aluminum coolant tank and air/oil separator add to the upgraded engine compartment, while a Roush boost gauge provides a way to monitor the supercharger system.
The five-speed manual transmission is complemented by a Hurst short-throw shifter, providing a more direct and engaging shifting experience.
Although a verified horsepower figure has not been provided, the combination of modifications makes it clear that this Mustang was built with performance in mind.
The Story
The selling dealer represents this Mustang as a carefully maintained Florida vehicle that has accumulated approximately 32,018 miles since new.
Rather than remaining a completely stock GT, the car was transformed into a distinctive performance-oriented example through an extensive collection of aftermarket upgrades.
The modifications reflect an era when the newly redesigned Mustang was taking the aftermarket performance world by storm.
Supercharger systems, aggressive exhaust setups, custom wheels, and retro-inspired styling accessories quickly became popular among S197 enthusiasts, and this example incorporates many of those defining elements.
The polished Vortech supercharger is the centerpiece, while the functional Shaker-style hood gives the car a classic muscle-car appearance.
Moroso billet hood pins and Redline Tuning hood struts add further detail, while the staggered 20-inch deep-dish wheels give the car a muscular stance.
The wheels are wrapped in Nitto NT555 G2 performance tires, with 295/40ZR20 tires reported at the rear.
Additional exterior accessories include rear quarter-window louvers and MGP brake caliper covers, completing the Mustang's aggressive appearance.
Inside, a Kenwood touchscreen multimedia receiver provides more modern functionality, while the Hurst shifter and Roush boost gauge reinforce the performance-oriented character of the build.
It's a Mustang that captures the enthusiasm and customization culture surrounding the first generation of S197 cars, while retaining the appeal of a relatively low-mileage example.
Condition
With approximately 32,018 miles showing, this Mustang presents as a well-kept example with considerably less mileage than typically found on a 2005 model.
The selling dealer describes the exterior as being in excellent condition, with the body, paint, trim, and aftermarket accessories all presenting well.
The interior is similarly impressive, with clean seating surfaces, carpeting, dashboard, and interior trim.
Having reportedly spent its life in Florida, the Mustang is represented by the selling dealer as rust-free, including the body and undercarriage.
According to the selling dealer, the car starts, runs, and drives exceptionally well, with no known mechanical issues. All equipment is also reported to function as intended.
The vehicle is offered with a clean title.
While this Mustang has been extensively modified, its relatively low mileage and reported condition make it an appealing example for an enthusiast seeking a supercharged S197 GT.
Prospective bidders are encouraged to review the extensive photo gallery and inquire about any available documentation relating to the performance modifications and engine tuning.
Highlights
- Approximately 32,018 miles showing
- 2005 Ford Mustang GT Premium Coupe, Vitesse designation
- First model year of the S197 Mustang
- 4.6-liter three-valve V8 engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Vortech V-2 centrifugal supercharger
- Polished supercharger with charge-cooling system
- Granatelli performance spark plugs
- Long-tube headers
- X-pipe and straight-pipe exhaust
- Moroso aluminum coolant tank
- Moroso air/oil separator
- Moroso billet hood pins
- Roush boost gauge
- Hurst short-throw shifter
- Functional Shaker-style hood
- Redline Tuning hood struts
- Staggered 20-inch deep-dish wheels
- Nitto NT555 G2 performance tires
- 295/40ZR20 rear tire size
- MGP brake caliper covers
- Rear quarter-window louvers
- Kenwood touchscreen multimedia receiver
- GT Premium interior appointments
- Reported Florida ownership history
- Rust-free body and undercarriage according to the selling dealer
- Clean title
- Carfax history available
- Excellent running and driving condition according to the selling dealer
- Extensive photo documentation available
Letter From The LMNM Team
There's something about the early S197 Mustangs that takes us right back to the mid-2000s.
Remember when these things first came out?
Ford absolutely nailed the styling.
After years of increasingly modern Mustang designs, they went back to the drawing board and gave us something that looked like it belonged in the same family as a 1967 fastback.
The long hood.
The aggressive front end.
The classic three-bar taillights.
And of course, a V8 and a five-speed manual.
It was everything Mustang enthusiasts had been asking for.
And then the aftermarket got ahold of them.
That's where things really started getting interesting.
Superchargers.
Big wheels.
Shaker hoods.
Window louvers.
Short-throw shifters.
Exhaust systems loud enough to wake up the entire neighborhood.
If you were into Mustangs in 2005, you remember just how crazy the aftermarket scene became.
And this particular GT is a perfect example of that era.
Just 32,000 miles showing.
A Vortech V-2 supercharger hanging off the 4.6-liter V8.
A five-speed manual.
A Hurst shifter.
Long-tube headers.
And a full exhaust system that's probably not going to win you any popularity contests with the neighbors.
We love it.
There's just something about a supercharged, stick-shift Mustang that makes you want to grab the keys.
And while we spend a lot of time celebrating completely original, untouched automobiles here at Low Miles No Miles, we also have a tremendous appreciation for cars that were built by enthusiasts who wanted something a little different.
Not every Mustang needs to be a showroom survivor.
Sometimes the fun is in the modifications.
And the early S197 cars were practically begging for them.
We especially love the polished Vortech setup.
Pop the hood and there's no mistaking that this isn't your average 4.6-liter GT.
The Shaker-style hood, deep-dish wheels, and rear window louvers just complete the look.
It's the kind of Mustang you'd expect to see at a Friday night cruise-in back when these cars were new.
And that's part of the appeal.
The car captures a particular moment in Mustang culture.
A time when people were buying these cars, flipping through performance catalogs, and figuring out how to make them faster, louder, and more aggressive.
Some went a little overboard.
Some kept things simple.
And some ended up with a combination that still looks pretty damn cool two decades later.
This one certainly has the attitude.
But what makes it especially appealing is the mileage.
At approximately 32,000 miles, it hasn't accumulated the kind of use you typically associate with a 21-year-old performance car.
The selling dealer describes it as exceptionally clean, well cared for, and a blast to drive.
And with a supercharged V8 and a manual transmission, we can certainly understand the enthusiasm.
For somebody who grew up around these cars, or remembers seeing the first S197 Mustangs hit the streets, this one should bring back some good memories.
And for somebody who simply wants a low-mileage Mustang GT with a serious collection of performance upgrades already installed, there's a lot here to appreciate.
That's the beauty of the hobby.
Some people want every factory sticker and chalk mark exactly where Ford left it.
Others want the sound of a blown V8, a five-speed shifter in their hand, and an excuse to take the long way home.
There's room for both at Low Miles No Miles.
And this Mustang?
It's definitely for the second group.
We can't wait to see who takes it home.
