With the reborn Camaro just around the corner and Dodge’s retro-styled Challenger available in a variety of flavors, Ford decided it was time to keep up with the Joneses by releasing a throroughly revised Mustang – the car that introduced the world to the pony car concept almost 46 years ago.
What is it?
Much like the ‘67 and ‘69 Mustangs that upgraded the same basic Mustang theme presented to the world way back in April of 1964, the 2010 serves as a substantial mid-cycle upgrade over its predecessor, which was first released as a 2005. Outside, only the roof panel is shared with the 2009, and inside, the door panels and a few minor trim bits serve as the only carry-overs.
Under the new power dome Thood, Ford says that the V6 Mustang performs close to the outgoing V8 GT, while the GT now takes over where the old Bullitt trim package left off. Our evaluation focuses on the six-speed GT, the model most likely to resonate with the enthusiasts Ford hopes will continue to flock to the sporty coupe.
What’s it up against?
It’s the fall of 1969 all over again. Obvious rivals include the Camaro SS – expected to go on sale in March – and the Challenger R/T. Given the unrest in Detroit, we’d also put the Mustang up against some new rivals from Japan, most notably the fresh Nissan 370Z and the Mazda RX-8. In 1969, as Americans watched man walk on the moon, the thought that Nissan and Mazda would someday be selling Mustang rivals was beyond unthinkable.
Any breakthroughs?
Ford let its Ford Racing division loose – and, as you’ll soon find out, it shows. Ford Racing is a mixed group of Ford GT, Mustang and SVT engineers – with a healthy dose of on-track competitors thrown in for good measure. For 2010, Mustang GT features a factory cold air induction system, an optional front strut bar (with 19 inch wheels), a choice of rear axle ratios (3.73 or 3.55) and a performance-oriented Track package that, among other things, includes retuned shocks and springs, stabilizer bars from the GT500 and upgraded brake pads.
Mustang firsts include optional high intensity discharge headlamps, navigation, automatic temperature control and a spoiler-mounted backup camera.
How does it look?
Even if you don’t yearn for the ’60s, there’s plenty to like about the revised Mustang. Though visually similar to the outgoing 2009 model, the ‘10 provides some enough visual boost to keep it fresh.
Up front, GTs get a unique fascia designed to work with the cold air induction system. The grille opening is visually smaller and the prancing pony is now a black chrome finish. We like the changes for the most part, but we can’t help thinking that the headlamps are awfully similar to those on the upcoming Camaro.
Mustang’s tail is a bit more bulbous for the new year and it features trick tail lamps used on the Shelby GT 500 of the late ’60s. Rather than simply flashing one lamp, three lights flash in sequence, one after another. The trunk opening is still too small to be useful, but most buyers will be more interested in the enlarged dual exhaust pipes. They’re now three inches in diameter, if you’re looking for barroom bragging rights.
Wheel sizes are up a step: V6s get standard 17s and GTs gain 18s with big 19s as an option.
And on the inside?
You might be forgiven for thinking that Ford only changed the center stack switchgear, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. In what has become a comically predictable trend, Ford replaced the outgoing car’s hard plastic trim with more upscale, soft surface bits. If it was so simple to replace, why wasn’t it there in the first place?
The new dashboard is composed of one big, soft-touch piece rather than a collection of coarse bits only Gumby could love. The new center stack boasts the best application of Ford’s new parts bin switchgear yet; we had no trouble sorting out the well-spaced buttons that operate the audio system and the climate control.
Our test car featured attractive bright red leather seats, a red leather steering wheel and red vinyl trim on the doors. Overall, the effect was sufficiently retro – and way more convincing than its predecessor.
Count the absence of curtain side airbags and the lack of a power backrest adjuster for the driver as the only content deficiencies in our otherwise well-equipped tester. That said, it should have been well-equipped; if you haven’t skipped to the end of this article, we’ll surprise you with the bottom line: $37,295 as-tested for our option chart darling GT Premium.
But does it go?
To improve the visceral excitement the Mustang badge promises, Ford actually pipes the induction noise into the cabin. This unorthodox procedure endows the Mustang GT with absolutely the most intoxicating soundtrack you’ll find in a current production car.
That snorting growl is met with the kind of acceleration you’d expect from 315 horsepower. With 0-60 figures around five seconds flat, the Mustang GT moves quickly. Low-end torque isn’t as present at low RPMs, but the Mustang GT generally responds quickly to throttle inputs. The 325 lb-ft. of torque makes itself apparent much closer to its 4,250 RPM peak – a surprise in a V8 muscle car.
Perhaps our tester wasn’t fueled with premium grade juice, which Ford says will broaden the V8’s torque curve. Regular unleaded can be run in the Mustang GT with only a mild performance penalty.
The 4.6-liter modular V8 is pretty much a carry-over aside from gaining an cold air induction system and an engine-bay strut tower brace on 19-inch wheel-equipped models. We’re still lamenting the fact that Ford hasn’t upped displacement to an even five liters – primarily so we can finally tell people that we’re “rollin’ in our five point oh.”
Standard stability control prevented us from looking as stupid as Vanilla Ice (he was really driving a 4.9), even though it includes a less-aggressive mode and can be fully defeated.
Left in standard mode, the stability control proved fairly unobtrusive. No doubt much of this is thanks to a revised and recalibrated suspension, which features new springs, shocks and stabilizer bars. Compared to the ‘09, the new Mustang’s ride was notably more controlled and compliant over our Southern California test route. Winding in and out of the canyons that make the area just north of Los Angeles a playground for enthusiasts, the Mustang proved a capable companion. Steering effort has been reduced, though Ford says that’s more a result of tire and suspension changes than actual revisions to the steering assembly. We actually grew to appreciate the lighter effort, which made the Mustang more livable around town without encroaching on its handling tenacity
If powered aggressively into a corner, Mustang’s tail will slide out in a predictable manner until the stability control intervenes.
Compared to the outgoing model, great strides were made. There’s still some of the telltale axle hop inherent to a solid rear axle, but Ford has done an admirable job of working with a tried and true platform. You’ll find more handling precision elsewhere, but the gap between the muscular Mustang and more dedicated handlers like the RX-8 and 370Z has shrunk considerably.
Why you would buy it:
You want to live your muscle car fantasies – including a stylish, look-at-me car, a recording studio soundtrack and plenty of giddy up ‘n go.
Why you wouldn’t:
The ’60s were rough on you – or you’re looking for a more precise track day tool.
Leftlane’s bottom line
Ford has successfully addressed all of our complaints with the outgoing Mustang by revising the interior and smoothing out the ride. The styling is more aggressive than its predecessor and should be enough to woo a few buyers away from the Camaro. Though we haven’t driven the upcoming effort from GM’s bowtie division, on paper and in person, it gives the Mustang a serious run for its money. Still, Ford’s efforts have managed to keep the original pony car fresh and fun – and they’ve added a dose of much-needed refinement.
2009 Ford Mustang GT Premium base price, $31,845. As tested, $37,295.
Premier trim package, $395; glass roof, $1,995; HID headlamps, $525; 19-inch wheels, $695; Security package, $395; Comfort group, $595; Destination, $850.
Words and photos by Andrew Ganz.
12/13, 12:37 AM
posted by:
tyler_is_aero_tt
5 seconds from 0-60 is great! I love the looks of this car.
12/13, 12:42 AM
posted by:
Lariat Luxury Locomotive Liner No.3
Ford truly did a great job on this model.
12/13, 1:09 AM
posted by:
C6Racer
Wow, Ford finally figured out how to put some curves on this thing.
12/13, 1:17 AM
posted by:
howsmydriving
Why you would buy it: You’re unable to discern that Camaro eats Mustang’s lunch.
12/13, 2:19 AM
posted by:
JSurfer1451
Not bad but you can get a lot more for the money with an as tested price of over 37k. I would expect a little more performance for that much money. And PLEASE get rid of the live rear axle, that’s one thing Ford has unsuccessfully addressed from the previous mustang. I would much rather spend the money on a 370Z
12/13, 3:03 AM
posted by:
desertdriver
No 20-inch rims?
12/13, 3:47 AM
posted by:
ltbullitt
LOVE that Grabber Blue
12/13, 5:28 AM
posted by:
AnonymousCoward
I wonder how many they will sell in Europe. Two?
12/13, 6:59 AM
posted by:
DrFill
Anybody see Return of The Living Dead?
DrFill
12/13, 7:45 AM
posted by:
dren
Looks good in black. Like this one better than the previous. This is what the previous gen should have looked like.
12/13, 8:41 AM
posted by:
Mike the loser
Another car related blog (LLN is by far the best) also reviewed 2010 Mustang yesterday and it was the same color.
So my question is did you guys all had to take turns driving this car? How cheap is Ford?
12/13, 9:54 AM
posted by:
RaineMan
A decent review for the only car that is keeping Ford alive.
You say the V6 model now performs like the outgoing GT… how is this possible? From all I can tell Ford is carrying over the 4.0L engine, which only makes 210hp. Ford is either flat out lying or they’ve changed something under the hood of te V6.
12/13, 10:31 AM
posted by:
Andrew
Mike the loser,
First, thanks for the comment (and we know you’re not a loser). Check out the first photo – you’ll see that Ford had a variety of bright hues.
12/13, 11:31 AM
posted by:
wbent
For you haters a couple of things to think about, an IRS would change the Mustang into a neutral feeling platform that does not have the feel of a pony car that people expect. The Mustang is still here and did not have to be revived. The Mustang still out sells all in its class. What model do you think will survive current conditions, GTO, Camero, Challenger…….my money is on Mustang. Knock it all you want but sales numbers are hard to argue with!
12/13, 11:50 AM
posted by:
howsmydriving
wbent: by parity of reasoning, Spiderman III is a better film than Citizen Kane. “Sales numbers are hard to argue with!”
12/13, 12:00 PM
posted by:
alfa 75
They’ll sell more than two in Europe- high end American cars have a (granted, small) niche following there, especially one with a “smaller” V6 engine.
12/13, 12:47 PM
posted by:
Blakkarr
alfa 75,
I have to agree with the v6 option. It’s too bad that FORD may not get that note for a while but Team Shelby has their Terlingua package which is all the handling upgrades and a boosted V6. Costs less that a V8 and is just as quick and better handling. Costs only a bit more than a factory GT, too.
I am seriously considering that as my next car.
12/13, 1:00 PM
posted by:
A4
daddy like
12/13, 1:30 PM
posted by:
DetroitWatcher
Nice car, but I’m very surprised about the price. I heard that the GT would start at about $27k, which would be reasonable. At $31k, it starts to look less competitive against the Camaro, and 370Z.
12/13, 1:54 PM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
I’ve had 5 Mustangs/Capris over the last 25 years so I guess you could say I picked my poison a long time ago. This is easily the best one since the Mustang II debacle and it’s probably just a matter of time before there’s one in my garage. If I have one criticism it’s that it really would be nice to have that 5.0 on the front fenders again. Give it time.
12/13, 2:20 PM
posted by:
A4
wow ive been focused on the front but the more i look at that new rear end the better it looks, especially in that blue color
12/13, 2:23 PM
posted by:
A4
and lets see a picture of that glass roof LLN!
12/13, 2:26 PM
posted by:
RogerHumboldt
Oh and the v6 is unchanged, so it doesn’t perform any closer to the outgoing GT now than it did then.
12/13, 3:09 PM
posted by:
TiNDeR
Nice update.
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$38K MSRP?
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No Thanks.
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12/13, 3:15 PM
posted by:
wbent
Howsmydriving If you can’t make a business case last for the duration what is the sense. Mustang has will outlast both the Camero and Challenger for one simple reason. Price point. The Mustang was never and still is not designed as a V8 car. By its very definition “Pony Car” was and is a 6cyl coupe with the availability of a V8. Where Chrysler and GM have always missed and are missing again is they design their cars as V8’s that can have a V6. When 70-80% of “Pony car” sales are 6cyl price point becomes pretty dang important. Mustang will dominate all in its class for this very reason.
12/13, 4:06 PM
posted by:
F250swb
new challenger kills this. but all these new american muscle cars r still crap. I would take a ‘69 camaro z28 over any of these any day
12/13, 5:23 PM
posted by:
DrFill
wbent
But when your V6 is a truck-based pile of Monkey crap……..YOU missed
Camaro’s new V6 is light years better than this
This car isn’t for players
It’s for the played-out
DrFill
12/13, 7:43 PM
posted by:
JSurfer1451
A little while back when Ford was talking about that eco-boost V6 with the turbos for the gt, was that going to be a completely redesigned engine or a carry over 4.0L?
12/13, 8:16 PM
posted by:
DrFill
You’ll have to wait another 18 months for Ford to field a competitive engine in F-150 or Mustang
EcoBoost hits in 2010
DrFill
12/13, 9:34 PM
posted by:
DetroitWatcher
According to edmunds.com, Mustang GT’s will start at $28,845. Through in leather, and you’re still probably around $30k even. At that price, it becomes more reasonable.
12/13, 9:57 PM
posted by:
vortec4200
This is coming from a GM guy’s mouth. I really like it. My old ‘98 GT 4.6L got its ass whooped by every single 1993-2002 Z28 and Trans Am out there, and encountered even some close calls with the 3800 Series II V6 powered Camaros and Firebirds. Despite losing many traffic light drag races, the Mustang GT always delivered by putting a grin on my face. Dollar for dollar, it’s a fairly comfortable sports car and a well rounded performer for the money. The 2010 Camaro and Challenger are overweight piles of high tech crap. Who gives a flying fruitbasket if they are indeed more powerful? They don’t even justify as affordable “true driver’s car(s).” But rather as overpriced 2-door luxury large coupes with nostalgic body styling. Jesus Christ, at least the Mustang has evolve no further than what it always has been to the roots: cheap, light, and quick. Which is why it will outsell every other competitor regardless of horsepower handicaps. But wait…oh no, the Mustang now offers stability control…blasphemy.
12/13, 10:40 PM
posted by:
howsmydriving
I’ve owned V8 Mustangs and Camaro’s. With Camaro, it’s as if GM turned their car guys loose. With Mustang, it’s as if Ford was holding back.
12/13, 11:17 PM
posted by:
wbent
I 100% agree that the 4.0 is crude and for the most part a truck motor. However you can not dispute that from a businees stand point as a manufacturer it is the envy of all who try the “pony car” format. Camaro and Challenger strive to be BMW’s nto “Pony Cars”
12/13, 11:29 PM
posted by:
wbent
howsmydriving It is entirely possible that Ford has held back a tad do to it’s hypersensitive legal council. Had Ford engineers out and they eluded to this on product and advertising.
12/14, 11:20 AM
posted by:
Mutant@DCX
Nothing wrong this car…. that a Wipple can’t fix.
12/14, 12:07 PM
posted by:
IGC
Ford Mustang GT
0-60: 5 secs.
hp: 315.
price: $31845
Nissan 370Z
0-60: 4.7 secs.
hp: 332.
price: $29,930
http://www.leftlanenews.com/nissan-370z.html
mmm which one should I buy?
12/14, 12:56 PM
posted by:
jayjc08
IGC- So your comparing the Premium GT that LLN just tested over a base 370Z?
I would better compare the Premium Mustang to the Nismo 370Z trim. The 370Z Nismo “trim” is going to start around $2k. Really, the price difference isn’t going to be a selling point.
Different lifestyles. That’s what makes the decision between two cars like this since, not price or performance. I would agree the 370Z is going to be faster, but imo it’s not all too great looking, perceived a little bit too much as a “ricer”, and uncomfortable (that’s not to say the new one isn’t better, but the 350Z wasn’t what I would describe as comfortable).
What I’m curious about… What did they do to the V-6? Does anybody know if it’s still that neglected truck engine they slapped in there years ago?
12/14, 5:37 PM
posted by:
Blakkarr
IGC,
Which one has the backseat, a usable trunk, and has more 3rd party support than a 3-year-old desktop computer? The Mustang hands down. Mustangs get off on upgrades more than imports, anyway. If you want fast, make it fast.
Also 5sec 0-60 with “only” 315hp is a car that undoubtedly heavier and being notably less aerodynamically slick is not bad considering that the 370Z has more power, is supposed to be lighter, and is slicker. Heaven forbid Mustangs get an upgrade to the Hurricane 400hp engine, or the TwinForce turbo six. The 370Z would lose left right and center.
Frankly, given my need for some actual utility from my performance cars, the 370Z is out immediately. No backseat, or at least one fit for half grown humans, not much of a trunk if there is a back seat…and the fact I really don’t find the 370Z attractive at any angle. The 350Z grew on me but the 370Z, like the GT-R35 is an profound failure in styling and function the GT-R gets away with being damnably quick and agile but not much else) in my eyes.
12/14, 6:21 PM
posted by:
loveless0214
Kinda funny how everyone says that GM and the Camaro are so much superior to the Mustang but here is one fact…….Mustang has been in production since May 1964 without interruption and Camaro hasn’t been produced since 2002 and their concept has been around for 3 years and has not even gone into production yet. You say it is so superior but has anyone driven a 2010 Camaro yet? Thanks…..enough said!
12/14, 9:31 PM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
Andrew uses the 370Z and the RX8 as comparison fodder for the Mustang. I’m not so sure about that. The RX8 is way off base unless we’re talking about a segment of the population that thinks torque is still one of the Monkees. The Z better fits the bill on paper until you put the actual cars side by side. Take 100 guys and put them in front of both and it shouldn’t take more than 5 seconds before 90 of them have picked one or the other. The other ten probably need their boyfriends to help them decide. Each is a great car in its own rite, but if there is still a niche in the automotive world where, for lack of a better word, prejudice still plays a predominant role in preference it’s this one. Most fans of Japanese- and European sports cars for that matter- wouldn’t be caught dead driving an American ‘lead sled’ and Detroit loyalists figure ‘rice rockets’ are where their beer cans go when they die.
This makes it all the more interesting when the Camaro comes out because I can’t see a lot of 370Z/RX8 guys switching camps for it either. So either we’ll have 3 players-Mustang, Camaro and Challenger- all vying for that piece of the pie the Mustang used to have all to itself or there’s going to have to be one hell of a lot of GM fanboys that have been patiently waiting for the better part of a decade.
Of course there’s another huge part of the demographic that a lot of us don’t even consider when talking about cars of this ilk. A lot of women buy Mustangs (and yes I know I’ve just set myself up) and a lot of them bought primarily the V6 Camaros and Firebirds in the past as well. This is where the real sales war may be won or lost.
12/14, 9:40 PM
posted by:
Andrew
johnny, I’d generally agree – but with the current state of General Motors and Chrysler, I figured we needed to look a little further for Mustang rivals.
12/14, 10:02 PM
posted by:
Borat
Johnny, I think reports that 10% of population are homos are exaggerations.
12/14, 11:06 PM
posted by:
johnnycanuck
Andrew, it’s tough isn’t it? Personally I’m thrilled that there will soon be three American icons to choose from. If indeed the tide is to turn back in Detroit’s favor (what goes around, comes around) then the Mustang, Camaro and Challenger could once again be major players. That said, sales volume isn’t everything, getting people into the showrooms is.
Borat, that was a Canadian 10% which works out to be about 8% American.
12/15, 12:38 AM
posted by:
JSurfer1451
@ IGC: I agree with you 100%, I would much rather have a 370Z than a mustang.
@jayjc08: It’s not a comparison between a base Z and a “premium gt.” The as tested price LLN news listed was above 37K. Like I said earlier in the thread you can get a much better car for that price than a mustang gt.
Whether you’re looking for straight out performance or convenience that kind of money will get you a lot more than a mustang. I do not know what the future holds for the powerplants in the mustangs but the engine options have not drastically changed in a LONG time. And for those who would like the backseat and trunk space you can look at the g37 coupe or the g35/37 sedan (which out performs the coupe in acceleration) if the money isn’t as much as an issue. But when comparing the Z to the GT it all comes down to what you want and are willing to compromise. If you want excellent handling and control go for the Z. If you want straight line performance with a trunk and backseat go for the GT.
12/15, 10:28 AM
posted by:
bigjimid
^ Yes, unless you failed to see that $2k was on a glass roof alone.
12/15, 10:35 AM
posted by:
bigjimid
Does anybody else see what I see?!! They finally, finally, FINALLY! moved the radio antenna off of the front fender!!!
12/15, 11:18 AM
posted by:
wakeNbake
And people wonder why American car companies are dying. The “new” Mustang is a case in point. If I have 35K to spend, it won’t be on this car.
12/15, 1:39 PM
posted by:
t-ak-box
Two Grand for a glass roof. Really!
I can see if it slide in the back window. It doesn’t even vent.
Come on FORD!
12/15, 5:28 PM
posted by:
humphrey
I know there’ll be a lot of people who will get upset about this, but this STUPID car (and others like it) is exactly why the big 3 are collapsing.
Why oh why, do you need yet another hi-po muscle car that harks back to a bygone era?? Stop living in your own wet dream guys and look forward, not backward. when you move forward and keep on looking over your shoulder, you bump into things.
I personally can’t fathom how Ford can sleep at night knowing that it sold 20% of Mazda off to fund this POS.
Ford of Europe is the only facet of this organisation that is making any sense at the moment, and the sooner you consumers get your @rses into these (or similar) cars the better.
The big 3 needs to shake off the UAW and get on with the business of selling responsible cars. I don’t mean boring, I mean responsible. F trucks? Hummers? Suburbans? Avalanches? You guys should be ashamed.
There’s a lot of comparisons with the 370 going on – case in point. Have a look at Nissan’s global market content and see where the 370 fits in. It’s a real niche model that’s far removed from the mainstream product mix. With Ford, the Mustang is just another of their big cars.
Remember, the term ‘Yank Tank’ has been around for decades.
12/15, 6:26 PM
posted by:
jayjc08
jsurfer- I don’t get your point. I was pointing out that he was comparing the base 370Z to a “Premium” GT, which is more expensive than the normal “GT”. And for all the equipment this thing is coming standard with for 37k, it’s not a major deal breaker but a pretty good bargain. 0-60 faster than this new BMW Z4, while having two rear seats, and imo more character. You can’t argue that ones stuck in the past, because their both trying to emulate cars from forty, fifty years ago.
humphrey- Ford of Europe isn’t nearly the only part of Ford that isn’t making any “sense”.
What isn’t making sense is most of you guys.
I can’t understand how most of you can’t comprehend the major leaps and changes Ford has been making in the past few years. Their quality and reliability has improved ten times over, yet it was ALREADY fairly good before this whole mess, and it seems that will only continue. What do you guys want exactly?
They’ve got an almost totally fresh product line aside from an old Focus and (extremely) old Ranger, which both will be replaced and kick the bucket in the next two to three years.
Obviously they have some good designs on the table, already out to eat AND in the oven. The Flex, Mustang, Fusion, Edge, Escape to name their best. They have some VERY good designs that are very likely making it to production, some being tested right now, such as the Explorer, a new large sedan, the Fiesta and the MKT.
They’ve cut their costs dramatically over the last 4 years. I’m not kidding, go look at the figures, the savings are ridiculous and it’s sad they won’t even recoup them until another year or two.
They have some WONDERFUL engines on the drawing board. Who would have ever thought a 1.4 liter would make its way into the Fusion? Who would have thought their going to launch a 3~ liter V-6 that will churn out 350 horsepower?
I don’t get it, what do you guys want Ford to do? Come out with an 40 mile per gallon, good looking small car? Oh, they have that on the board already! How about a 400 horsepower truck with a 6~ liter engine, that’ll outrun the desert itself while banshee helicopters prey overhead? Just don’t let the Saudis get ahold of an SVT Raptor! How about a good mid-size sedan? They’ve had one for a while now, just lacking some safety features and refinement. Now, they have it. How about cutting their costs by a couple billion? Yep, they’ve done that too.
And humphrey, I have to totally disagree with what you said about the 370Z being unique. There are loads of Japanese coupes that used to be produced in the same vein as the Z car. There are still two or three surviving.
What is it that it offers that makes you think it’s so unique? The Z car and the Japanese performance coupes pretty much started out as Japanese iterations of the American small sports car. Not to say they were copies, but the Japanese saw a great way to take their boring sedans, spice them up a bit and turn a good profit.
12/16, 12:11 AM
posted by:
humphrey
I guess my major point is that Ford’s actions are very much reactionary. FNA has hardly been what anyone would call innovative or groundbreaking. It can be done. Look at BMW, Audi, Merc and the technological tour de forces these guys are. The rest seem to follow.
Only with their backs to the wall, do they come out with plans – plans that have been available for perhaps decades – to fix the issue.
12/17, 4:15 PM
posted by:
Noah
Oh please this is a piece of junk. Why ford limits the gt to 300-320HP is beyond me. If the camaro comes out it will eat this car for lunch. And then, when this mustang comes out, can you say SURCHARGE? No one has learned anything and this is why I am against the bailout.
12/24, 10:27 AM
posted by:
KaySMG
Hey there,
I just wanted to let you know that your post made it on to Ford’s Weekly Roundup – http://ford.digitalsnippets.com/mustang/#headline . The content is refreshed 2x weekly, so just look under the Weekly Roundup Archive to see your snippet.
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Our agency works closely with Ford on their social media efforts. We are heading up this project so I wanted to let you know.
Happy Holidays and congrats!
~K
03/13, 11:56 PM
posted by:
Dustang
We made the mistake of buying the 2005 Ford Mustang GT Premium, Black on Black, It’s beautiful looking, it was a blast to drive, we loved our car for the first few months. Now that we have owned it for about 4 yrs. I would never buy a Ford product ever again! I would never recommend one to anyone.
Carefully review the T.S.B.s for this car, any year model of the Mustang. We had an engine ignition misfire from the time that we owned it. Ford failed to fix the problem. The transmission went out at 27,000 miles, Ford did not stand behind their product. The repair cost us $4,000. The car completely died on the road and would not start…twice. The first time was the fuel tank that failed, the next time was on a trip 2,000 miles from home, the charging system failed and the car was running off the battery until it just stopped and had to be towed into the closest Ford dealer. They replaced the Alternator and the battery under the warranty, but still found away to charge us $600. The A/C compressor failed and had to be replaced, the power steering unit failed and had to be replaced, and … When I wash the car, or it rains… The water leaks into the interior, it fills the dashboard and when you drive the car the next time,
the water leaks onto the passanger floor like a race horse, completely soaks the floor and carpet and the water is about an inch deep! I’m not even close to being the only Mustang owner with all these problems,
check out the internet, search ‘FORD Mustang complaints’ many, many of the same complaints.
PASS ON FORD MUSTANGS… Do youself a big favor! The quality is just not there.
Mustangs are 65% Foreign Made. The Honda Accord is more American made!
I have purchased 4 new cars in the past 20 yrs. I still own all 4, The last one was the Mustang in 2005.
I have put more repair money into the MUSTANG, Then the other 3 COMBINED.
Mustang was my first Ford and my last Ford!!!