Mustang advice, older vs. newer
02-23-2011, 07:49 PM
#1
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Utah
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Mustang advice, older vs. newer
Hi folks, new here. Have the Mustang itch but haven't pulled the trigger yet. Here is what i am trying to figure out. So i have been considering buying a used Mustang say like 05 to 07 GT. I see one listed locally a 2006 Roush Stage 2 with 30,000 miles for $19,600, looks real nice. However, i cannot help but notice the new model GT's with the 5.0 putting out 412 HP. I don't know how much power the Roush would have, say low 300 hp??
So are the newer models, leaps and bounds better than the 06 as far as power and performance? Who can give me some advice on this.
I want a car to use as a daily driver, but would occasionally get out to a few track days at the local raceway. I am not looking to bolt on a bunch of mods as i would prefer to keep things pretty stock. Thanks for your help.
So are the newer models, leaps and bounds better than the 06 as far as power and performance? Who can give me some advice on this.
I want a car to use as a daily driver, but would occasionally get out to a few track days at the local raceway. I am not looking to bolt on a bunch of mods as i would prefer to keep things pretty stock. Thanks for your help.
02-23-2011, 09:13 PM
#3
welcome!
imo, if you want something more ready to compete right out of the box, go with the new 5.0... the brakes, engine, and suspension are great. don't get me wrong tho, if you grabbed the roush, and made another 10k in mods... it would probably as good or better for the same price on the track, but it might not be nearly as good as a daily driver after those mods... the new car is just great!
imo, if you want something more ready to compete right out of the box, go with the new 5.0... the brakes, engine, and suspension are great. don't get me wrong tho, if you grabbed the roush, and made another 10k in mods... it would probably as good or better for the same price on the track, but it might not be nearly as good as a daily driver after those mods... the new car is just great!
02-23-2011, 10:12 PM
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Welcome
My .02:
-The Roush is more exclusive and should hold it's value a little better
-I like the body style of the '05-'09s better
But...
-Can't argue with the performance of the 5.0
-The '11 has the nicer interior and newer technology
Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with either decision, barring the cars are in good shape. Keep us updated and hope to see you around. Good luck!
My .02:
-The Roush is more exclusive and should hold it's value a little better
-I like the body style of the '05-'09s better
But...
-Can't argue with the performance of the 5.0
-The '11 has the nicer interior and newer technology
Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with either decision, barring the cars are in good shape. Keep us updated and hope to see you around. Good luck!
02-24-2011, 02:27 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Ontario, Canada
Posts: 355
Welcome
My .02:
-The Roush is more exclusive and should hold it's value a little better
-I like the body style of the '05-'09s better
But...
-Can't argue with the performance of the 5.0
-The '11 has the nicer interior and newer technology
Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with either decision, barring the cars are in good shape. Keep us updated and hope to see you around. Good luck!
My .02:
-The Roush is more exclusive and should hold it's value a little better
-I like the body style of the '05-'09s better
But...
-Can't argue with the performance of the 5.0
-The '11 has the nicer interior and newer technology
Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with either decision, barring the cars are in good shape. Keep us updated and hope to see you around. Good luck!
...There's always a 03 or 04 Cobra!!!! 
...But, I really do like the new 5.0's!
