110011100

I would argue that there is a coolness of having the reborn 5.0 that the GT500s can touch...

The only 'issue' I've noticed with my transmission is under very light acceleration, there is a very distinct mechanical feel and a slight grind when going into third. If you shift into third at exactly 2000 rpm, it's smooth. Under aggressive acceleration, every gear is perfectly smooth. Which, to me, just indicates that the Mustang is meant to driven fast . When I can't accelerate how I'd prefer from a stop, I get the rpms to 3-4k and shift from 1-4, and it's completely smooth.

Other than that, no quality issues. No squeaks, rattles, or anything.

99gtstang

Hijacking for a second.....
Mines groans over bumps.... Dealer fix, or is that border line normal?

Really, beat a c5 z06 NICE!

MrBlack2012GT

Mine groans over bumps too, but only at "parking-lot" speeds, it doesn't make any noise above like 5 mph, which is strange. Everything about the 2012 GT's seems to indicate they're meant to be driven hard. Cruising around at the speed limit just doesn't feel right. For the OP, i'd say go with the 5.0, you can get more performance than a GT500 for alot less money.

99gtstang

lol @ MineS - good typo.....Since you bring that up. The only time I hear it, is while dropping off my son at school. Damn you speed bumps!

99gtstang

FYI: My trans was whinning and the bearing between the input/output shaft was shot. Should not hear any whine in 5th gear if the bearing is failing. If whine in all gears, TSB on fluid change.

jcieutat

Only had my 2012 for a few months now but I have not had a single issue. I went from a 2010 to this one and it is night and day better. I just smile thinking about it!