Considering 02 - 04 Mustang GT?
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Considering 02 - 04 Mustang GT?
I've been considering the newer 05 - 07 Mustang GTs but from a price aspect I can save at least $4,000+ if I go with a lower mile 02 - 04 Mustang GT instead. By no means will this be my last muscle / sports car I'll purchase. I'm simply looking for a fun car I can drive for 2 - 3 years that'll give me a little fun till I finish up college and purchase a home.
I know which forum section I'm in so I'm prepared for biased answers but I figure some of you can give me some insight if I should just splurge for the new gen S197 Mustangs with an extra 4k+.
The numbers I read (zeroto60times.com) for 05 GTs were 0-60 in 5.0 seconds with a 1/4 time of 13.3 seconds, while the 04 GT Gen were 0-60 5.4 seconds with a 1/4 time of 13.9 seconds. Not a huge difference at face value? Let me know what you guys think.
Thanks!
I know which forum section I'm in so I'm prepared for biased answers but I figure some of you can give me some insight if I should just splurge for the new gen S197 Mustangs with an extra 4k+.
The numbers I read (zeroto60times.com) for 05 GTs were 0-60 in 5.0 seconds with a 1/4 time of 13.3 seconds, while the 04 GT Gen were 0-60 5.4 seconds with a 1/4 time of 13.9 seconds. Not a huge difference at face value? Let me know what you guys think.
Thanks!
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even look at a clean older cobra too. my question is, if youre willing to spend a good chunk of money on an s197, why not look for a good terminator? best bang for the buck there for sure. one of the best well rounded cars imo
#9
they do respond better to mods but the mods for them cost a bit more as well
if it was me i would go for a 03-04 mach 1 and if you can swing it go with an 03-04 Cobra
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The dude is looking to save 4 large off of a S197, I doubt he's going to want to spend even more on top of one.
These cars are getting cheap, and it's evident by the amount of younger individuals that have them. If you're willing to consider a Mustang that is a bit slower than your original choice, it's a pretty good deal.
These cars are getting cheap, and it's evident by the amount of younger individuals that have them. If you're willing to consider a Mustang that is a bit slower than your original choice, it's a pretty good deal.