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Old 3/16/12 | 12:40 PM
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My 2013 GT has Sync and Sirius, but no Nav. I think the Electronics Package is overpriced in the current gen of the Mustang. I use a Garmin Nuvi 1350LM, and it is much better than the current DVD based system. When MyFordTouch arrives in the next generation of cars, it will be a much better option.
oh yeah, I think the aftermarket nav could offer every entertainments that I want.
Old 3/16/12 | 05:39 PM
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V8. Only choice. Give up the nav screen and get aftermarket unit for a 1/4 of the price. But I guess it depends on what you want. Me I c and out of a fully loaded 08 gt for a base model 12 with only the brembo package and 3.73 gears as options. Performance options only. The cloth seats to me feel better and hold u in better than the leather seats that u slide around on. Buy ultimately its ur decision. Good luck
Old 3/16/12 | 06:00 PM
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V8. Only choice. Give up the nav screen and get aftermarket unit for a 1/4 of the price. But I guess it depends on what you want. Me I c and out of a fully loaded 08 gt for a base model 12 with only the brembo package and 3.73 gears as options. Performance options only. The cloth seats to me feel better and hold u in better than the leather seats that u slide around on. Buy ultimately its ur decision. Good luck

Anyway Thanks
Old 3/16/12 | 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by rmwill
My 2013 GT has Sync and Sirius, but no Nav. I think the Electronics Package is overpriced in the current gen of the Mustang. I use a Garmin Nuvi 1350LM, and it is much better than the current DVD based system. When MyFordTouch arrives in the next generation of cars, it will be a much better option.
Is sync really that bad? It seems to me for most things the base sync system will be good enough... It gives you turn by turn directions and even has the display with your next turn. The only thing it really lacks is the real time mapping.

I went with the v6 but that was because I wanted the options over power (namely the glass roof) and like was said the operating costs were too much in favor of the v6 imo. Gas milage was a big factor for me.... don't ever see the gas prices coming down so even a few extra mpg will matter.
Old 3/16/12 | 07:19 PM
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Navigation great today, bad in 3-4 years as it ages and new technology gets introduced.

You're basically saying you're willing to give up a v8 5.0 for the price of FOUR iPads...???
Old 3/17/12 | 12:22 PM
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If I were in your shoes, I'd find a slightly used 2011 GT with navigation.
Old 3/18/12 | 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by jagowar

Is sync really that bad? It seems to me for most things the base sync system will be good enough... It gives you turn by turn directions and even has the display with your next turn. The only thing it really lacks is the real time mapping.

I went with the v6 but that was because I wanted the options over power (namely the glass roof) and like was said the operating costs were too much in favor of the v6 imo. Gas milage was a big factor for me.... don't ever see the gas prices coming down so even a few extra mpg will matter.

Hey, could u explain what sync basicly do?? I have no idea what is that. Cannot figure out the differences between it and nav.
Old 3/18/12 | 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by kn7671
Navigation great today, bad in 3-4 years as it ages and new technology gets introduced.

You're basically saying you're willing to give up a v8 5.0 for the price of FOUR iPads...???
Lol, Yeah. I dont wanna do that
Old 3/18/12 | 10:37 AM
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If I were in your shoes, I'd find a slightly used 2011 GT with navigation.
But 13'GT is awesome.
Old 3/18/12 | 03:18 PM
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Hey, could u explain what sync basicly do?? I have no idea what is that. Cannot figure out the differences between it and nav.
A demo video of the sync directions in action...
Old 3/18/12 | 06:29 PM
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Originally Posted by jagowar
We have the sync in our edge sport, used it the first few times,but became a pain in the a$$....8 months later, and we don't use it all any more ....and I didn't order it on my mustang either.
Old 3/18/12 | 07:12 PM
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Youll use that v-8 way way more than you will use that navigation!!!!
Old 3/18/12 | 07:17 PM
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The non nav Sync is great. Talked on the phone extensively and played 3 albums from my iPhone over usb on the way home today. Top was up due to an animal being transported, but it worked great at over 85 mph. Speech recognition has greatly improved over a 2011 V6 Convertible I used to borrow from a buddy. Speech reco and phone work well up to 40mph with the top down. I think thats pretty amazing.

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Is sync really that bad? It seems to me for most things the base sync system will be good enough... It gives you turn by turn directions and even has the display with your next turn. The only thing it really lacks is the real time mapping.

I went with the v6 but that was because I wanted the options over power (namely the glass roof) and like was said the operating costs were too much in favor of the v6 imo. Gas milage was a big factor for me.... don't ever see the gas prices coming down so even a few extra mpg will matter.
Old 3/18/12 | 07:20 PM
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Lower HP, worse MPG, same nav system? Only if its a distress sale.

Originally Posted by hu171
But 13'GT is awesome.
Old 3/18/12 | 08:03 PM
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2011 or 2012? If so. You will get an upgrade that fixes the issues soon. Trust me. Its MUCH better. I was in your same place until I tested the update.

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We have the sync in our edge sport, used it the first few times,but became a pain in the a$$....8 months later, and we don't use it all any more ....and I didn't order it on my mustang either.
Old 3/18/12 | 10:34 PM
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GT bro all the way. Navigation is overrated and expensive to update in car. Get a farming with free updates for life or use a smartphone app. Get the 5.0. You will be glad u did
Old 3/18/12 | 11:23 PM
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2011 or 2012? If so. You will get an upgrade that fixes the issues soon. Trust me. Its MUCH better. I was in your same place until I tested the update.
thanks bro. A question about sync, is that sync connect to your smartphone to get the services? how about the iPhone? does it can connected and play music or get directions???
Old 3/18/12 | 11:23 PM
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GT bro all the way. Navigation is overrated and expensive to update in car. Get a farming with free updates for life or use a smartphone app. Get the 5.0. You will be glad u did

yeah, I hope so. anyway, GT is my choice.!
Old 3/18/12 | 11:34 PM
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Why don't you drive both cars and see which one you like and is the best fit for you? I ordered a V6 base with performance package because its what I wanted. I'm going to this from my 06 Lariat Crew Cab Diesel F-250. That truck had more options and niceties than any Mustang made, but I don't need all of that stuff to enjoy a vehicle. Plus my payments will be very low, I will get great fuel mileage compared to what I was getting, and it enables me to save a good chunk more money every month. Yes it has 3/4 of the hp as a GT, but 3 years ago ~300 hp was what we knew of a Mustang GT. 300 hp on a stock car was great.

Its your choice

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Old 3/18/12 | 11:47 PM
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hey guys, here is the situation, I got a awkward money for my new car, it around 31,000. My performance is GT basement without any options (maybe including the Track Package.). However, I am crazy for the navigation of this car but it has to do with Premium, if I jump to GT Premium, that costs a lot.

Therefore, I consider to V6 Premium, it could bring the navigation. However, I still cannot give up the V8 engine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


need suggestions!!!!!!!!!!! thanks guys~
I second the aftermarket navigation system idea. You can get a really high quality one for $400-$500, with usually a couple hundred install fees depending on the car/person.



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