Highlights

Very well specified car with rare panoramic glass roof
Limited edition ‘45th Anniversary’ model
Driven on salt-free Japanese roads to 2024
Advisory-free MOT to June 2025
Well kept car in virtually ‘as new’ condition
Potent 300bhp 4.6L ULEZ-compliant V8 coupe
Full maintenance history from time in Japan according to seller
Performance White paintwork with Premium Black leather interior

The Appeal

The fifth generation of Ford’s pony car returned the potency and aesthetics beloved of the Mustang’s innumerable enthusiasts. Rear wheel drive and a potent V8 mix with some classic design cues to create a car as evocative as it is entertaining.

This smart Performance White 2009 GT 4.6L V8 spent its life in Japan before being imported by the seller to the UK in January 2025. The result is a car in a remarkable state of preservation - we are told that the interior still smells ‘factory fresh.’ The condition certainly reflects Japan’s salt-free roads, a point underlined by the advisory-free MOT to June 2025. A raft of Japanese history documents supports the sense of a well kept car available for this model and adds greatly to the ownership experience.

Alongside the condition, this is a desirable model with a compelling specification. It is one of the limited edition 45th Anniversary models and was factory fitted with the ultra-rare ‘Glass Roof’ panoramic roof option that was available for this model.

This well specified and carefully preserved car is factory standard save for an Apple CarPlay/Andriod head unit inside. For enthusiasts of the sort of V8 coupe Ford is unlikely to make again, this is tempting.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in 2009
Imported from Japan, where it was first registered, in January 2024 by the seller
First UK registered on 1st June 2025
One registered UK keeper
History and service records from its time in Japan
Vendor suggests that the car has full history and was likely a one owner car in Japan
Rare $2,000 Glass Roof option as fitted to only 6% of these cars
ULEZ compliant
Vendor reports low road tax of £365/year
2 keys
Factory handbooks first issued in Japan
Described by seller as in 'exceptional original condition'
MOT to 7th June 2025 with 76,541kms (47,550 miles) on test with no advisories
Current mileage reported by vendor to be under 48,000 miles

The Condition

Vendor says stand-out Performance white in near perfect condition
There are a small number of little chips to driver’s door sill and one on the passenger door
Smart bodywork whose condition reflects the salt free roads of Japan
Rare 45th Anniversary details outside and inside
These include black wing badges, California Special side scoops, chrome exhaust tips and rear spoiler
No structural advisories on current MOT
Underside presents 'exceptionally well' according to the seller
Chromed five 18in Torque Thrust alloy wheels in very good order with few signs of use
Spare wheel reported to be unused
Quality Bridgestone tyres fitted with decent condition and plenty of tread
Premium Black leather in very good order with barely used rear seats
Driver’s seat shows only the lightest of barely visible wear to bolster
Smart interior with echoes of classic Mustangs
Chrome dashboard and trim highlights and three spoke leather wheel
Upgraded UK Apple CarPlay/Android touch-screen head unit with Shaker 500 sound system
Vendor advises 'as new' carpet mats with spare set of premium mats also included

The vendor tells us:

“The Mustang has clearly been cherished, probably garaged and evidently lightly used, with superb and original factory paintwork showing only a handful of tiny chips if you go looking. Inside the black Premium leather is practically unmarked and shows no creasing of the seats. It would be quite a challenge to find another Mustang in this condition (let alone with the Glass Roof option) as Japan is well-known for its high maintenance regime, which combined with a meticulous approach to enthusiast ownership is reflected in this car. It is in original condition right down to the factory exhaust so has not been raced around, with the underside also being superb with no rust or corrosion to be found.

“Factory equipment includes sun protection coating for the panoramic roof (with manually-operated blind), ice-cold air-conditioning, cruise control, electric powered front seats with drivers lumbar support, electric windows, heated rear window, Shaker 500 sound system, fold-down rear seats for practicality and an unused spare wheel sitting in the trunk. Other features are the UK-fitted touch-screen stereo/SatNav with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.”

The Mechanics

300bhp 4.6L V8 petrol engine
5spd automatic gearbox
Unmodified car including factory standard exhaust
Vendor reports that it fires up and idles perfectly
We are told the chassis, brakes and steering are tight
No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT
No reported running or driving issues

The vendor writes:

“This car still smells like new inside, transporting me to the USA when I fire up the V8 or hear the indicator sound! A very comfortable and unique place to sit behind the long hood and retro-style dash, the rumbling 4.6 litre engine effortlessly backs up the promise of its fantastic looks. This car relishes an open road to really stretch its legs with 300bhp & 320lb/ft in standard trim, while the automatic transmission makes light work of UK conditions. A great drive with a sporting chassis and good strong brakes, this is a very enjoyable Mustang and for me a modern classic design."

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