Check a V8 Off Your Bucket List With A 2011-2014 Mustang GT

Better Than New

00:00 - OPEN - Check a V8 Off Your Bucket List With A 2011-2014 Mustang GT

01:00 - EPISODE INTRO - The 2011 or Newer Mustang GT

02:00 - State of America's V8 Pony Cars in The Early 2000s

Forth Generation Mustang

• Only three Pony Cars left at the beginning of the decade
• Camaro and Firebird were cancelled at the end of 2002
• Fourth generation Mustang continue to be developed
• Mach 1 and SVT Mustang Cobra added for 2003 & 2004

Fifth Generation Mustang

• After 25-years of Mustangs built on the Fox Body platform a new fifth generation mustang was the S197 platform
• New styling was reminiscent of the late 1960's Mustangs
• Standard V8 in the GT was a 4.6-liter that made 300-hp
• Re-introduction of the Camaro and Challenger prompted updates beginning with the 2010 Mustang

2010 Model - Body & Interior Updates

• Styling got a major update for 2010
• New look was a more modern interpretation of 60's Mustang style
• Interior and handling updates were made as well

2011 Model - Engine Updates

• Return of the true 5.0-liter V8 to the Mustang
• New DOHC 32-valve V8 Rated at 412-hp & 390-lb.ft. of torque
• 97-hp and 65-lb.ft more torque than previous Mustang V8
• Motor Trend dyno test confirmed the new V8's output was closer to 435-hp and 404-lb.ft of torque

08:28 - A Better Overall Package Compared to the Competition

• New engine, attractive styling, plus excellent handling and braking made the 2011 Mustang a better overall package compared to Camaro and Challenger
• The Mustang also weighed less - 250-lbs less than Camaro and more than 500-lbs. less than Challenger
• The 2011 Mustang was also easier to see out of compared to the Camaro and Challenger
• Motor Trend put the 2011 Mustang up against the BMW M3 and found acceleration to be basically identical and track performance to be only a tenth of a second slower than the BMW.

Motortrend Video - 2011 Mustang GT vs. 2011 BMW M3 Drag Race

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muRC7WJHgmA

MotorTrend Video – 2011 Mustang GT vs 2011 BMW M3 at Willow Springs road course. Professional race driver, Randy Pobst compares the handling and braking of the BMW M3 to the Ford Mustang GT.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOwSPccbzl4&t=608s

10:30 - You Might Want a 2011-2014 Mustang GT Because:

• You like cars that are fun to drive
• You love the sound of a V8 engine
• You love a slick-shifting manual transmission
• You are looking for a car with a timeless, sporty design

12:40 - What's not so great about the 2011-2014 Mustang GT?

• 2-door coupe body style limits passenger carrying capacity
• It's not a snow car or trailhead car (limited utility)
• Fuel economy is not great
• Everything in moderation - this car can bite if you're not careful

15:15 - What to Consider When Looking for a 2011-2014 Mustang?

• Who owned it and how many owners really matters
• Get a CarFax to check for accidents, maintenance and title status
• Get a prepurchase inspection from a Mustang mechanic
• Specific features I recommend include getting a GT with the V8 engine, a 6-speed manual transmission, the limited slip differential, the Brembo brake package and HID headlights

19:15 - What Should You Expect To Pay for a 2011-2014 Mustang GT?

• Around $16,000 for our target Mustang GT through a private party
• Currently not many private party listing
• Expect to pay more (in some case much more) at a dealership
• 2-examples of low-mileage Mustang GTs highlighted
• How long should you wait for prices to drop?

26:25- Recap of Why Drivers Who Want A V8 Should Consider a 2011-2014 Mustang GT