Possible future 96 GT owner
03-26-2012, 11:39 AM
#11
Mustangs are easy to work on.
As for gas mileage, don't buy something with a V8 for the MPGs... I drove my Mustang to Philly and home and then drove around some back roads throughout the rest of the weekend. With my 4.10s, I got almost 25mpg and I was by no means babying it. I maintained 75mph on the highway to Philly and back. Leaving Philly I cruised with one of the coolest dudes I've ever met - a middle aged guy with a V10 R8 convertible.
Mustangs are a nice breath of fresh air from the Honda/Nissan/import scene. People from all "scenes" seem to respect them and appreciate a clean Mustang. Even the dude with a V10 Audi said he liked my ~260hp GT lol.
As for gas mileage, don't buy something with a V8 for the MPGs... I drove my Mustang to Philly and home and then drove around some back roads throughout the rest of the weekend. With my 4.10s, I got almost 25mpg and I was by no means babying it. I maintained 75mph on the highway to Philly and back. Leaving Philly I cruised with one of the coolest dudes I've ever met - a middle aged guy with a V10 R8 convertible.
Mustangs are a nice breath of fresh air from the Honda/Nissan/import scene. People from all "scenes" seem to respect them and appreciate a clean Mustang. Even the dude with a V10 Audi said he liked my ~260hp GT lol.
03-26-2012, 03:20 PM
#12
3rd Gear Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Maryland
Posts: 566
The 4.6 is a very reliable engine and should last over 200k if taken care properly. Also I average 24-26 mpg on the highway.
I think one of the best things the mustang has going for it is the HUGE after market.There are dozens of vendors and hundreds of brands to buy from. Also it is an american icon, like apple pie or baseball.
I think one of the best things the mustang has going for it is the HUGE after market.There are dozens of vendors and hundreds of brands to buy from. Also it is an american icon, like apple pie or baseball.
03-26-2012, 03:27 PM
#13
Mustangs are easy to work on.
As for gas mileage, don't buy something with a V8 for the MPGs... I drove my Mustang to Philly and home and then drove around some back roads throughout the rest of the weekend. With my 4.10s, I got almost 25mpg and I was by no means babying it. I maintained 75mph on the highway to Philly and back. Leaving Philly I cruised with one of the coolest dudes I've ever met - a middle aged guy with a V10 R8 convertible.
Mustangs are a nice breath of fresh air from the Honda/Nissan/import scene. People from all "scenes" seem to respect them and appreciate a clean Mustang. Even the dude with a V10 Audi said he liked my ~260hp GT lol.
As for gas mileage, don't buy something with a V8 for the MPGs... I drove my Mustang to Philly and home and then drove around some back roads throughout the rest of the weekend. With my 4.10s, I got almost 25mpg and I was by no means babying it. I maintained 75mph on the highway to Philly and back. Leaving Philly I cruised with one of the coolest dudes I've ever met - a middle aged guy with a V10 R8 convertible.
Mustangs are a nice breath of fresh air from the Honda/Nissan/import scene. People from all "scenes" seem to respect them and appreciate a clean Mustang. Even the dude with a V10 Audi said he liked my ~260hp GT lol.
03-26-2012, 08:23 PM
#14
4th Gear Member
Join Date: May 2009
Location: DFW, TX
Posts: 1,925
I may be getting a 96 gt tomorrow. For the most part I've been an import guy, but Im looking at getting a mustang tomorrow. I like imports because of the good mpg and how easy they are to work on. The mustang I'm looking at is a 96, with 160k ish miles. It looks pretty clean, the guy says its a solid car. Its stock besides exhaust and a clutch.
I was wondering how reliable are these cars? How easy are they to work on? I've had a few foxbody's but I didnt really keep them long. I didnt like the feel of an older car. I know the 96-98 really lacked HP, but I'm not really looking for a powerhouse. Would just like something that sounds nice, rwd, and is fun to drive. I know honda, nissans, and subarus like the back of my hand, but I am hesitant to get into a mustang. Really because I'm not familiar with them, and would like to know what kind of MPG everyone is getting.
I am really looking for someone to just persuade me, or just let me know more about sn95's and how they are as daily drivers. Thanks
I was wondering how reliable are these cars? How easy are they to work on? I've had a few foxbody's but I didnt really keep them long. I didnt like the feel of an older car. I know the 96-98 really lacked HP, but I'm not really looking for a powerhouse. Would just like something that sounds nice, rwd, and is fun to drive. I know honda, nissans, and subarus like the back of my hand, but I am hesitant to get into a mustang. Really because I'm not familiar with them, and would like to know what kind of MPG everyone is getting.
I am really looking for someone to just persuade me, or just let me know more about sn95's and how they are as daily drivers. Thanks
03-27-2012, 03:43 PM
#15
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 28
Well I ended up getting it. I like it so far, the body is nice except for a dent in the fender. Im sure red fenders are easy to find so Im going to start looking. Interior is MINT, I am kinda dissapointed on power wise but I knew this before I got it. It definitely feels a tad slower then my old civic but overall its just a nicer car.
