Center Console Assembly - 1987 Mustang

The 1987 Ford Mustang center console assembly marks the debut of the 'aero' interior redesign, rendering pre-1987 Fox Body consoles incompatible. When sourcing in junkyards, target Ford service numbers E7ZZ-61044A70-A for the upper trim assembly or E7ZZ-6106020 for the base tub, both valid across 1987-1993 model years. Immediately inspect the rear mounting ears where the console meets the transmission tunnel—thermal cycling causes stress fractures in the plastic mounting tabs. Verify the armrest hinge operates smoothly; the pivot pins crystallize and shear off after decades of use. For installation, disconnect the battery before unplugging the cigarette lighter and shift indicator lamp harnesses. Manual transmission cars require removing the shift knob before console extraction. Note that GT models feature distinctive textured black trim panels, while LX variants may sport color-matched or Titanium Gray finishes. Check for cracks around the shifter boot flange, particularly on high-mileage examples where the rubber boot has hardened and transferred vibration stress to the plastic surround.