dmastinsc

I've been shopping around for what will be a toy/track car and am really torn. After deliberation, I KNOW I want a pre-owned Mustang, but given my price point, I'm torn on two options...

Price Point: $13k-$15k
Option 1 - 2005-2010 Mustang GT with 300-ish HP
Option 2 - 2011-2014 Mustang V6 with 300-ish HP

Both are the same price, but of course the newer V6's are EVERYWHERE for sale.

I'd love some feedback on why I would choose either option. Again, this is just a toy to be tracked and eventually caged and raced.

movielover40

You need to go with 2011 GT with Coyote motor.

You should be able to find one for under 15k. May have to do some waiting.

dmastinsc

Thanks for the recommendation. I'd love to go this route, but honestly, I see nothing on the market for less than $17-$19K. Just not in my price range.

Chromeshadow

Straight line or circle racing? I'd vote for a stick shift V6 with the lighter weight but only if curves are involved. I think the V6 with the stick is at a disadvantage racing the 2010 V8 in a straight line using auto transmissions.

dmastinsc

Absolutely a stick shift, as it'll be for road racing. It's interesting you mentioning the V6 being lighter. Everything I have has the newer V6 curb weight 50-100lbs heavier. Am I missing something?

dmastinsc

BOOM! I went with a 2012 V6. Looking forward to upgrading the suspension and brakes first, then my first track day with it in early March. Thanks for the feedback y'all.

Chromeshadow

Good choice, you'll have a lot of fun with it. Did you get the 3:31 gears?

fastbackford351

In my ever so humble opinion, when offered the choice between a V8 or a V6, the answer is always, always, always V8.

dmastinsc

Yes, it came with the 3.31 gear. I'll probably move to a 3.73 since it will be mostly track use only.

Any ideas where I'd find a good deal on the Brembo brake upgrade? That and the Boss 302 Handling package are first on my list.

Chromeshadow

You could check with AmericanMuscle.com, members here do get a discount.