08 Mustang- Is a Bullitt worth it?

[rd]

I am thinking about an 08 GT or maybe a Bullitt, but the extra $ for the Bullitt are a bit of a longshot.

I am finding several base (Deluxe) GT stick shifts in the under 30k range.

Any opinions, suggestions.

 

[Redfire 05]

That depends on what you want. The Bullit is similar to the Shelby GT. It includes a sport tuned suspension and changes in appearance, but I believe the only power increase comes from a Cold Air Kit and Adaptive Spark Tune (which I think all new mustangs will get) bumping power to 315hp. I think it also comes with 3.73 gears. So if you want the exclusivity of a bullit and don't mind paying the price (not sure what that is) then go for it. Personally I like the look of the new Bullit. It is subtle just like the original car.

But if you want a Mustang that you are going to make your own, (ie make a bunch of modifications to) I would say buying a GT would be better. For me part of the reason I bought a standard Mustang GT is being able to alter it to be exactly what I want without altering (or ruining as some would say) a special edition car.

Of course you can make all the mods to a Bullit that you could to a regular GT but your wallet will be a little lighter after purchasing the Bullit. Either way both choices are mustangs so both are good decisions.

 

[Black_02_GT]

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[Redfire 05]

im hearing the prices of the bullitts around here which is mississippi is around 50k~

That's ridiculous!

 

[Black_02_GT]

just a wee bit, now again that's what i've heard through a friend who has recently spoken with a salesman at a dealership over the past few days

 

[cliff88145]

I was at a ford dealership today and the price was 33k. I love the way the new bullet looks

 

[Black_02_GT]

that means my sources are just stupid sorry guys

yup 31k would be the price
http://www.mustangevolution.com/2008-bullitt-mustang/

 

[Art161]

I think that if you need to ask whether or not you should get a Bullitt, then you should not get one. This is a cultlike car. Since they are limited production vehicles, save them for those who really, really want one and who appreciate the mystique.

 

[04DarkShadowGT]

Its kinda like getting a Shelby Ford GT without the shelby appearance stuff for 10K less.

At $31K the new Bullit is a good buy imo, especially considering a loaded up GT is 30K+

 

[Jester67]

With the Bullitt you get 315HP on 87oct (319HP at 93oct with the Shelby) you get an upgraded suspension that is better than the GT and not as harsh as the SGT as well as 3.37 gears and the KR rear housing. You get upgraded seats and interior. You get 18” wheels and a unique paint color. The tune is such that you get a snapper throttle response and 10hp gain on 93oct. And let’s not forget the exhaust note. If you want to buy a car that already has most of the common mods the Bullitt is your choice because it has them and all are under the warranty. These are some of the reasons I ordered my Bullitt.
You can get the car for X-plan and it will be built into the 2009 model year. All in all I think it is a lot of bang for the buck when compared to the GT or SGT.

 

[just some guy]

I have had every body style v8 mustang starting SN95 and up and BY FAR is the bullitt the best driving one.

Ive also driven the 2003 Cobra and I preffered the Bullitt to that as well....which is why I purchased one. I also got sirius/ambient lighting/hids/active anti-theft on X plan for $29900 or something like that.

heres a few pics of mine:

 

[stangdude2000]

The Bullitt just doesn't do it for me. The looks just aren't for me, but it doesn't look bad at all.

As far as prices for the 2008s, you should be able to find Premium GTs for under 30k, especially with the current incentives. I got nearly every option (no Nav or Shaker 1000), and I paid under 30k and there were no incentives when I purchased. I got x-plan, and with proper shopping around, you should be able to find one for about the same.

 

[LV51FER]

I'd skip the Deluxe whatever happens as the interior really does need all the interior upgrade help it can get.

I'm fairly sure the Bullitt suspension is the same as the SGT ie FRPP.

 

[Jester67]

I'd skip the Deluxe whatever happens as the interior really does need all the interior upgrade help it can get.

I'm fairly sure the Bullitt suspension is the same as the SGT ie FRPP.

The Bullitt supension is unique to the Bullitt it is not as harsh as the SGT.

 

[scupking]

I would love to get a Bullitt. I like the looks but as I have said in other threads it needs the silver horse window louvers to finish off the 68 bullitt look.

 

[UrbanRedneck]

Wow I guess price really depends on area. When I was buying my GT, the dealer had 2 bullits, both marked up 10k over sticker. And that car is NOT worth 40 grand.

Plus you said you find several DELUX GTs for under 30? Most loaded premium GTs come in between 28 and 30.. Mine is a Premium with GT apeparance, Interior upgrade, and 3.55s and it stickered at like 28,900 and I got it for 26 something.

 

[Jester67]

I have mine on order for the x-plan so 10K ADM is crap.

 

[rd]

I think I am going to just bite the bullet and get one.

Dealer tonight around here said 31 for the one he has with a sticker of 34, would not take my offer of 28+ tax and tag.

But plan b is in the works for around 29, should be a done deal later this week. If not, I still have plenty of transportation....

 

[Mr_Q]

The only thing I like about the Bullitt or see any value in is the turned alum dash cover.

Other than that it looks like a plain and quite dull green taxi cab. [ducks and runs]

 

[1965coupe]

It depends on whether or not you want a car that is unique and is already modified..

I like the Shelby because it's ready-to-go.. I like having ONE payment come out of my checking account every month for a pre-modded car, compared to having a payment on a GT, plus ordering mods all the time, and/or having a credit card to pay-off...

The Bullitts are nice.. They have the GT500 steering wheel, unique dash trim, etc.. Well worth it to me!