Right-Hand Drive 2007 S197 Mustang GT In Aussie Land
June 25th, 2007 by CobraMatt
It’s always odd to see right-hand drive cars because here in the states all cars are made as left-hand drive and rarely do we ever see any on the roads. So seeing this 2007 S197 Mustang GT as a right-hand drive is just very weird to me. The Mustang GT which is now sitting in a dealership in Austrailia is awaiting delivery to it’s owner. The person who bought this Mustang has to be fanatical about owning Mustangs, who else would pay all the shipping, fees and costs associated with making the car right-hand drive just to have one in Austrailia. I am unsure of the actual price tag to own a Mustang in Austrailia but a few years back I recall somebody paying upwards of $100K just to own an ordinary 2005 Mustang GT.
Taking a look at the car from the picture above we can see the center console, radio, AC controls and parking brake were left untouched. The headlight switch has been moved to the right-hand side closest to the door but one thing I don’t see is the drivers door armrest there is only a power window switch and not a power unlock switch, I guess that did not make the move. Another thing we notice in a separate photo below is the hood release has been left alone on the left kick panel where it usually resides.
The only thing under the hood I can see that has changed is the battery and brake fluid have been moved to accomadate the steering shaft. If you can see anything else or have any insight into the cost associated with owning one of these in Aussie land please do post in the comments. More photos of the car after the jump.
racerx Says
If you think that’s expensive.. What about that SALEEN that it is sitting next to???
Jun 25th, 2007 at 10:47 am
Mustangfan Says
Ford is making a big mistake by not offering the Mustang outside North America. Between the UK and Australia I am sure the car would be a hit.
A few years ago, GM offered the Camaro/Firebird and Corvette in Europe so I am sure it wouldn’t be that complicated to export it.
Jun 26th, 2007 at 10:24 am
Ralph Says
You are right, the Mustang is a hit outside the USA. I know, I export them. I hope Ford never tries to export them officially, I am having too much fun.
Jul 4th, 2007 at 11:20 am
John Pony Says
I actually own this S197 and picked it up on the 27th june 2007 and named her “Nadine”. have had a few trips in it so far and really love it. for one of these on the road down under your looking at about 120k AUS extras .So yes keen you would have to be to get one as there are only about 30 or so on the road down under you don’t see to many.
Cheers mate ! John Pony
Jul 6th, 2007 at 1:44 am
Sharl Says
I am looking to buy a rhd mustang gt aswell as I am staying in USA for a year then moving back to South Africa Ralph if there is anyway for me to get hold of you please leave me your details, and just how do I go about having the rhd conversion done.
Jul 9th, 2007 at 11:45 pm
ross calder Says
does anyone know where I can get a Mustang GT or Shelby GT 500 with a RHD conversion??
Sep 12th, 2007 at 2:14 am
andy Says
Hey john, did u get the RHD conversion from USA. If so, can u please give the details of the company who did this.
Nov 1st, 2007 at 11:00 pm
david Says
RHD conversions can only be done in three places in australia, one is victoria and another is queensland
is cost of conversion is approx $47k.
The Uk also does conversions for approx $14kAUD
It would be best to import from them and you can probably get to the car to australia for under $60 for a $45k mustang.
im am in the process of gathering more information before i purchase if any one has any details please contact me dave@ece.com.au
Nov 29th, 2007 at 8:52 pm
Jax Rhapsody Says
I thought about converting mine to RHD. Id actually rather convert a 99-08 Crown Vic to right hand drive. Anyway mine is an 1981 mustang hatch and in the states are pretty rare but theres no aftermarket for 79-86 so I lok for OEM/NOS parts. There are some lights that I want(parking/Tail)for my car that only came on exported stangs email me for a picture of all the things im looking for J.Rhapsody@hotmail.com the parking lights are amber/white lenses and the tail lights are mike mine accept an orange blinker area.
Dec 2nd, 2007 at 8:00 pm
shahmeer Says
i want to bring over a basic model ford mustang for about 25k over to australia. If you know the costs associated with conversion as well as shipping could someone contact me on shamzyy@Hotmail.com
cheers
Dec 14th, 2007 at 12:41 am
Andrew Says
Im looking for a mustang GT/Bullit convertible in black, RHD to be imported into Australia. Please contact me via email at andrewl@voxson.com
Dec 25th, 2007 at 6:50 pm
Jax Rhapsody Says
How hard would it be for a crown Vic to be converted? If anybody knows where I can get foriegn fox body parts please lemme know.
Jan 7th, 2008 at 12:10 pm
mark warner Says
if anyone knows the whereabouts of the company in queensland that does the left to right conversions on the mustang please4 could they let me know. mark66@bigpond.net.au
regards
mark
Jan 17th, 2008 at 11:51 pm
Jin Says
Is the Shelby GT500 available in RHD version?
Man…this car rocks. But it’s a pity that there is no RHD version. I can’t find one. Someone please advice.
Feb 25th, 2008 at 2:21 pm
steve Says
does anybody know where i can get my 08 gt shelby 500 converted in the usa or in australia naxos111@hotmail.com
Mar 3rd, 2008 at 9:47 am
Stuart Says
Why pay the extra to have them converted to RHD? Here in the UK one company charges £5000 (US$10k) to do this. Why not save the money and sit on the left? Most S197 Mustangs in the UK are LHD anyway. To import a car into the UK can cost an extra £2000 to convert to UK spec anyway. (Unless you DIY of course www.mustangsva.co.uk)
Left Hand Drive is what nature (and the designers) intended. Why fix it if it aint broken?
May 3rd, 2008 at 8:21 pm