IMO they got it right on ALL counts.

Had an older guy pull over his electrician van in a supermarket parking lot one time so he could just walk around it and look - ran into him as I was coming out to leave and he was getting back in his van - said it reminded him of his old fastback...

Just last night, went to a club in Lauderdale with some friends to catch a few bands - all ages show so the place was loaded with 15 to 18 year olds - I park in a public parking lot (Target) across the intersection from the club and run into this guy who must have been maybe 17 and his two girl friends about the same age - piercings through his face, baggy clothes etc.... and he is complementing me like crazy on my car.



It is a head turner no matter the age group.

 

My hubby and I are both in our early 40's and this is the only car to make us break our German car addiction and buy American. We both about fell over when we saw the concept car because of the stunning looks. The first one we saw in person was a gorgeous torch red in Monterey California last fall on vacation. I knew that day we had to have one of these babies in the garage. So if they are marketing to 40 somethings they hit the nail on the head, but I've seen people of all age groups admiring the car.

 

I agree 100% I'm 49 also!! My older brother had a 68 GTFastback with the 390. I remember riding with him in the back, while he burned rubber in all 4 gears. I loved that car and have always wanted to buy one and build it for myself. I have never cared much for any of the recent Mustangs until I saw the 05 concept pics.

I bought my wifes 4th new car, my daughters both thier first college cars, paid off some bills and now at age 49 its my turn for a new car and some fun!! I was shopping ,drove the 350Z, no go, RX-8 real close, 05 Mustang, had to have it! Been grinning ever since , and Im so glad I bought this car instead of the other two cars.I dont know of any car thats gets the attention this car does.

I could tell you many times she has drawn a crowd but one in particular makes me grin. I parked in front at my ACE hardware, as I was checking out like three of the employees are glued to the front glass door talking about how" they got it right"! I look over and I see they're staring at my Red Pony, of course.

 

I'm 35 and this is the first Mustang I considered owning, and my first Ford. I don't claim loyalty to any car company, Ford just got it perfect with this one. I absolutely love evereything about this car!

 

Yeah, I think they most definitely had us in mind when they put this baby out. 42 this year and my first car was a 66 stang when I turned 16. Sat in the middle of the street and cried like a baby when an old man (probably around 50, but hey, I was 17) ran a red light and plowed into my pony. Loved that car like I've never loved another, till 3 weeks ago when I got my legend lime. Sometimes I feel like they designed it just for ME, to make up for my loss 25 years ago...

 

I'm 41 and this will be my fourth Mustang ('68 coupe, '68 GT fastback, '86 5.0 GT).

Someone earlier made a comment about how cars today just don't elicit any emotion, that is until the new Mustang came out. I've been waiting for this car for more than four years now, saving my money and hoping that it would be as great as it turned out. Although I was tempted to buy one of the previous 99-04 GTs I just knew that I'd be kicking myself if I didn't hang in there and wait. Honestly, when I see this car, whether it be on the showroom floor or on the street, my heart jumps! It just has the right stuff, and I expect to have this car for a very long time (kept my last GT for 10yrs/200K+ miles!).

Rob

 

My first car was a '65 Mustang- it was 2yrs old). That gives you an idea of my age. I will be buying an '05. No other car since the '65 has drawm me as this '05 has. It is a winner in any configuration. Ford has done something all mfgs can only dream about with this car. It unites all ages groups and means something different to each of us.
The Mustang is not just a car, it is an obsession.

 

42 here, ditto

 

I'm 41 (in a week). It appeals to me like few other Fords have. I like the styling, and it totally hits retro/nostalgia and value (for me). Ironically, I was looking at another Ford (the Escape/Mariner Hybrid), but the Mustang just says fun, and "welcome to your second childhood". It is a heck of a draw.

I'm going to mention all the negatives, because everyone has already stated the positives (and I agree with them -- so don't think I'm down on the model/brand, just trying to counter balance a little bit).

The downside is when it comes to status/prestige aspects, Ford badge carries less weight than many others. Some is history (fit and finish, the 1980's, etc.). Because the car is so affordable, it will be common; that kills the cachet. Face it, many executives don't wan't to drive the same car as the mail-boy -- and in some ways the attractiveness of the Stang as "every mans car" works against it as well as for it. Youth loves the car. To a point, I don't mind being young. To another point, I don't want every cop looking at me like I'm a teenager or early 20's kid. The customization and cheap tuner aspects of it, make it more attractive. (I get to brand it as my own, without breaking the bank).

The engineering is ho-hum. Ford did a fantastic job of putting an economical/powerful motor in a nice design, and making the right tradeoffs to make it affordable. (So I'm not saying they were bad tradeoffs). On the other hand, I like 4 valves per cylinder, engine covers, trunk liners, integrated toolkit, heated seats (and mirrors), IRS, AWD, and so on. The little expensive details that I love about the bimmer or on an Audi/Lexus/etc, aren't there. I can get more HP/liter from any of the Euro's or Japanese; thus more HP/MPG as well. (Except the RX8 ;-)... They also didn't put as much in sound-proofing, or little details; it is a rawer design, which is retro by its nature.

That isn't to bash Ford; that's the difference between a $25K and a $35K+ car. (Or between stuffing a strong 6 versus a weaker 8). It's a fair tradeoff, but it can be as harder to draw people down the line than it is to draw them up.

The Cobra may help with some of these; a couple days left to find out. But the design philosophy is such that makes the stang an awesome car to appeal to mustang buyers (old and new). They claimed they were going after the Euro type buyers, and I think they're a little short/off-target on that one (which are more of the over 40 buyers). So it matters what segment of the over 40 crowd you're in.

 

P.S. It would be great is Mercury came out with the Cougar which brought most of the styling cue's of the Stang, with a lot of the upscale features (and pricetag) that could go after the Euro drivers more head on. (The stang will attract many -- but not as many as a luxo version could)....

 

Yep, I had a 67 for my first car. Those were some wild years! Even had it up on just the two right wheels once! I'm 40 now and plan to keep all 4 wheels of the 05 on the road!

I had no idea I would be buying a new car... loved the 05 at first sight and after the test drive I was sold! :yes:

 

39 here. When I saw my first '05 I was instantly hooked. Can't remember ever being this crazy over a new-model car, ever. At least not one that I could ever afford!

I was never interested in an SN95... they just didn't appeal to me, personally. But I'm still on the prowl for a classic.

 

21. Only car (sub 100k) that makes me drool.

 

It's retro with all the modern bells and whistles and got me very excited when it was first introduced. I'm 58 and can't wait for it to get here!

 

I think Ford redesigned it so that it would appeal to anyone who has an appreciation for the look of the 60s models...no matter what their age. I'm 21 and have always loved the look of the classic esp. the 65 and that is why this is THE mustang I must have.

 

I'm 45, and this will be my first Mustang!

I haven't been too interested in Mustangs except for the late 60's ones. Always considered getting one of those, but a nice one costs some big coin.....

So now, with the 2005 it's like getting a new retro one from the Factory!

 

Well I am 44 and you bet you cannot beat a classic! The marriage of old style with new technology that is what they are doing to those old cars anyway disk brakes and ignition systems etc. To bad for the fans of the other car manufacturers they would have been in the same boat as FORD not enough cars to fufill orders. I finally started to drive my GT you feel like a celeb with all the attention you get even the old timers are giving you kudo's.

 

Once again age doesn't matter, I have to thank my Father for introducing me to the Mustang. Showing me what the car looked like back in the 60's and 70's. I have always loved the 60's styled Mustangs more then the 80's and 90's. I am 30 and I figured that this style Mustang would be perfect to be my first ever owned Mustang. I would love to have a late 60's Mustang but trying to find one in perfect condition and at the right price is rare so the 05 takes care of what I want. This Mustang combines the style of the late 60's with modern refinement with which you can't find in the late 60's Mustangs. This car is perfect if you are 16 or 60 and it is nice to see younger kids looking at this car because those imports(RICERS) are annoying and not what Americas youth should be looking at for car appreciation. I blame hollywood for the fast and the furious or should I say slow and the stupid movies misleading the kids.

GOOD JOB FORD KEEP IT UP!!!!!!

 

i read some of the marketing tactics. they designed it for alot of people but they want to capture the younger people again like it used to be back in the good old days. my mom recalls every kid and her brother/sister having one in high school. im a prime example.....18 and ordered back in january

 

im 22 and fell in love at first sight