cdemot02 said:
I was between both, and ended up going with the Mustang for several reasons. The main one was Dplan. But, after researching the Zs they were having some issues that I didn't want to deal with. The main one was they were having
suspension issues that were causing the tires to feather and have horrible road noise. Also, (not that ford is the best) the interior quality on the Z wasn't very good. Most of the Zs I looked at with leather, the headrests didn't fit well at all. But, I love the exterior on the Zs.
Like with any new car, there are going to be issues when they first come out.
On the car forums, you only hear about the problems, but they're from a small percentage of owners because nobody will talk about the good things or non-problems.
Since I own a 2003 350Z, my car experienced the tire feathering problem, but it was fixed under warranty and I also had my front tires replaced all for free.
Besides that, I haven't had any other problems or issues. My car now has 27,700 miles and it still runs strong. I love the way it looks (inside and out), how it performs on the open roads, streets, and on winding roads. I also call it my ricer killer.
As for the new Mustang, there have been problems that owners have had to deal with so it isn't exactly issue free either.
I've read about these, but it hasn't stopped me from ordering/buying a GT.
Just like the Z, I love the way it looks (inside and out) etc...etc.. It has its advantages and disadvantages over the Z, but I don't forget the Z is a 2 seater and the Stang is a 4 seater. Comparing the Z versus the Stang is like comparing apples with oranges.
Since the war with the Camaros and Firebirds is on haitus, what else is there to compare too?
1. GTO? Lots of HP, but uninspiring look. Pontiac should've gone back to its roots and designed a GTO with a style reminicent of the 60s and early 70s.
2. RX8? Unique style, but I can't stand the sound of that WIMPLE engine.
3. Subaru WRX? Ugly. If were a girl, I wouldn't want to be seen in that. The only advantage is lots of HP and all wheel drive.
4. Dodge Stratus (2-dr coupe)? Are you kidding?
5. Honda? None
6. Mitsubishi Ecipse? Nada
7. Dodge Neon EVO? See Subaru WRX
8. BMW 3 series or M3? Close, but the Mustang looks and is the better value for the money.
9. Infiniti G35 coupe? Close. 350Z's sibling. About $5000 to 6000, more than a comparably equipped Mustang, options wise, but a few less HP than the Z and smoother ride. Only with mods it could hang with the Mustang GT.
Thats all I can think of to compare, unless you can think of more, so I guess the GT is in a class of its own. I don't see any other comparison as of this time.
Oh well, I'll just enjoy driving the two cars I've always wanted to own.
I'm probably the only person who will own a 2005 Mustang GT and a 2003 350Z, at the same time, so I'll be getting the best of both worlds.
jk
