I couldn't be more stoked about the new Mustang coming to market. I have owned three Mustangs in my lifetime, but haven't owned one in over 10 years (my first car was a '65 Mustang purchased in 1986. I subsequently owned an '87 LX 5.0 and an '88 GT Convertible). I think the new Mustang brings a lot to the table that has been lacking in the current model. It's enough to turn my attention away from the new 'vette and the new z, especially since I like the fact that the new 'stang will have a back seat.
That being said, I'm waiting for the SVT version to buy. I understand that Ford is really trying to make this Mustang viable for the masses with a low cost point, but I'm not spending dough on a new sports car without a 6 speed manual, and an independent rear suspension. 300 hp is great, but straightaway is only half the equation, and without an irs, i find it hard to believe that this car will handle like a true performance automobile. If the SVT version has a 6 speed, irs, and in the 350-400 hp range, sign me up right now, i'll take one...
That being said, I'm waiting for the SVT version to buy. I understand that Ford is really trying to make this Mustang viable for the masses with a low cost point, but I'm not spending dough on a new sports car without a 6 speed manual, and an independent rear suspension. 300 hp is great, but straightaway is only half the equation, and without an irs, i find it hard to believe that this car will handle like a true performance automobile. If the SVT version has a 6 speed, irs, and in the 350-400 hp range, sign me up right now, i'll take one...