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9/13/12, 11:36 PM
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Yeah I'd definitely shop around when it comes time to pull the trigger. Like I said I'm pretty set on the car, just waiting for the right time to buy it that fits in with my life. I'm really busy with school and work and would probably have an anxiety attack leaving my new 5.0 in a college's parking garage.
And as far as used, I'm looking for under ten thousand miles. Just have someone else take that initial depreciation hit. I'll see how I am when I'm buying though. I save a decent bit of money every paycheck and should be able to make a massive down payment. Might make brand new a more appealing option.
And as far as used, I'm looking for under ten thousand miles. Just have someone else take that initial depreciation hit. I'll see how I am when I'm buying though. I save a decent bit of money every paycheck and should be able to make a massive down payment. Might make brand new a more appealing option.
9/14/12, 06:43 AM
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Yea I don't care about speed. I love the look of the S197 bodies and I loved how comfortable and luxurious this car felt when it was fully loaded. I'm getting basically the same car but it costs me $10,000 less and gets way better gas mileage.
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I'd say it's worth a premium to have the large wheels and sticky tires, the big off the shelf Shelby brakes, and the 5.0 to each his own I guess. I still think its cray that someone can buy one if these for way under 30k and my sticker was 45k.
9/14/12, 07:38 AM
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I don't know about you guys but my scion tc is way better,...it's fwd for crying out loud! And everyone knows a 4 cylinder 2.4 L is way better than a v6/v8. Duh! Lol
9/14/12, 10:03 AM
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9/14/12, 10:18 AM
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9/14/12, 12:41 PM
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Had a 2006 V6 for a year. Liked it but to me it just wasn't right not having a V8 sound in a mustang. Got a 09 GT four years ago and love every second of it. For me, I could never go back to having a V6 in a Mustang, I'd save up and rock a beater car until I could afford the GT or look at other cars.
I've got my 2015 Mustang GT fund going right now ....or a 335 if i need 4 doors at that point haha
I've got my 2015 Mustang GT fund going right now
....or a 335 if i need 4 doors at that point haha
9/14/12, 02:18 PM
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Had a 2006 V6 for a year. Liked it but to me it just wasn't right not having a V8 sound in a mustang. Got a 09 GT four years ago and love every second of it. For me, I could never go back to having a V6 in a Mustang, I'd save up and rock a beater car until I could afford the GT or look at other cars.
I've got my 2015 Mustang GT fund going right now ....or a 335 if i need 4 doors at that point haha
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9/14/12, 02:48 PM
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...that got a v6 mustang and is completely content with it? I hear stories of people getting the v6 because they can't afford the v8, but why get a car you don't like 100%? Plus all the v8 owners saying how their cars are so much faster, thing is I don't care about that one bit...I love the LOOK of the mustang inside and out and that's why I got the v6, and 305 hp is still a lot for a DD. Not everyone wants a base GT over a v6 premium, if my priorities were speed and not luxury then of course I would of gotten a gt, but my priorities are MPG, looks, and comfort without it being a boring 120hp DD
Does anyone else feel this way?
Does anyone else feel this way?
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you guys are getting it wrong... its not just the sound of a v8 but the instant crazy torq that feels the best. That torq every time you just tap the peddle. The V6 doesnt have it and wont unless you get a supercharger or something. But that instant torq sells the car it self.
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You 06 v6 had(has) 210 hp, it's completely different from 305 hp so they're two completely different cars really in and out, but yea of course to each his own. I know I won't get tired since I'm not after the"v8 note" nor the power. There's plenty under the hood already for me.
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It's a huge deal, but I don't care about the crazy torque, if that sells you then good for you. The track apps, leather seats, good mpg, sync and the good sleek look sold me.
9/14/12, 03:26 PM
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I never considered the v8 as I am a commuter. I drive at least 80 miles a day and when I found out a v6 Mustang gets the same milage as my 2001 Camry, I was sold.
The thing is, I went to test drive the car at the local dealership in my town and was surprised that they only had ONE car. I was overwhelmed when I first test drove the car. There was so much to take in all at once. I didn't know the car I was going to drive was a 5.0 manual. I think if I knew what I was going to drive the experience would have been different.
I grew up driving stick shifts, but hadn't driven one in 11 years. The driving experience was terrific, but short. I drove an hour to test drive a 2012 v6, and once again was rushed as I had to go somewhere with my wife. Still I had two test drives a week apart and thought the v6 had plenty of power. I didn't drive them the same day, but honestly didn't think there was much of a difference. Maybe I was more focused on the $10k price difference.
Of course once I told my friends I was buying the v6 I got teased. Also, picking the automatic, or girl-o-matic as they called it didn't help. But the fact that I am getting my dream car to commute with is just incredible to me.
I added $4k in comfort and style options, so it's the most expensive car I ever purchased. There is a thread on here asking the age you bought your first Mustang and I was surprised that so many people get one at a young age. How do they afford them?
The thing is, I went to test drive the car at the local dealership in my town and was surprised that they only had ONE car. I was overwhelmed when I first test drove the car. There was so much to take in all at once. I didn't know the car I was going to drive was a 5.0 manual. I think if I knew what I was going to drive the experience would have been different.
I grew up driving stick shifts, but hadn't driven one in 11 years. The driving experience was terrific, but short. I drove an hour to test drive a 2012 v6, and once again was rushed as I had to go somewhere with my wife. Still I had two test drives a week apart and thought the v6 had plenty of power. I didn't drive them the same day, but honestly didn't think there was much of a difference. Maybe I was more focused on the $10k price difference.
Of course once I told my friends I was buying the v6 I got teased. Also, picking the automatic, or girl-o-matic as they called it didn't help. But the fact that I am getting my dream car to commute with is just incredible to me.
I added $4k in comfort and style options, so it's the most expensive car I ever purchased. There is a thread on here asking the age you bought your first Mustang and I was surprised that so many people get one at a young age. How do they afford them?
9/14/12, 03:35 PM
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I never considered the v8 as I am a commuter. I drive at least 80 miles a day and when I found out a v6 Mustang gets the same milage as my 2001 Camry, I was sold.
The thing is, I went to test drive the car at the local dealership in my town and was surprised that they only had ONE car. I was overwhelmed when I first test drove the car. There was so much to take in all at once. I didn't know the car I was going to drive was a 5.0 manual. I think if I knew what I was going to drive the experience would have been different.
I grew up driving stick shifts, but hadn't driven one in 11 years. The driving experience was terrific, but short. I drove an hour to test drive a 2012 v6, and once again was rushed as I had to go somewhere with my wife. Still I had two test drives a week apart and thought the v6 had plenty of power. I didn't drive them the same day, but honestly didn't think there was much of a difference. Maybe I was more focused on the $10k price difference.
Of course once I told my friends I was buying the v6 I got teased. Also, picking the automatic, or girl-o-matic as they called it didn't help. But the fact that I am getting my dream car to commute with is just incredible to me.
I added $4k in comfort and style options, so it's the most expensive car I ever purchased. There is a thread on here asking the age you bought your first Mustang and I was surprised that so many people get one at a young age. How do they afford them?
The thing is, I went to test drive the car at the local dealership in my town and was surprised that they only had ONE car. I was overwhelmed when I first test drove the car. There was so much to take in all at once. I didn't know the car I was going to drive was a 5.0 manual. I think if I knew what I was going to drive the experience would have been different.
I grew up driving stick shifts, but hadn't driven one in 11 years. The driving experience was terrific, but short. I drove an hour to test drive a 2012 v6, and once again was rushed as I had to go somewhere with my wife. Still I had two test drives a week apart and thought the v6 had plenty of power. I didn't drive them the same day, but honestly didn't think there was much of a difference. Maybe I was more focused on the $10k price difference.
Of course once I told my friends I was buying the v6 I got teased. Also, picking the automatic, or girl-o-matic as they called it didn't help. But the fact that I am getting my dream car to commute with is just incredible to me.
I added $4k in comfort and style options, so it's the most expensive car I ever purchased. There is a thread on here asking the age you bought your first Mustang and I was surprised that so many people get one at a young age. How do they afford them?
Hey glad you got the car of your dreams though! Mine isn't a mustang, but I will be able to afford it down the road and it will sure as heck be a weekend-only car!
I just turned 20 and I can afford it no problem, no help from anyone either, it's called saving and knowing how to budget everything and managing your every penny! Of course there are always the kids with mommys and daddys that buy em their cars but they won't value the car nearly as much as one who paid it off themselves.
