Just drove an 05 Mustang! Sweeet!
Okay, I'm working at this automotive press event (all manufacturers) and I ask a journalist what he thought about the new Mustang GT, he told me it was great, Ford has done a great job, etc..etc... I told him that I used to own a 65 Fastback K-code, 85 GT (first new car), and 92 Vert. He tells me "you wanna take it for a spin?", cool and collected I say "sure", on the inside I'm like "Hell Yes!"
First he drives the GT (red with red leather) off the event property and already I'm feelin the car, much larger on the inside and solid...then I take over. I drive it easy cuz the cops are out, they know the Journalist have been blasting by with GT's, Corvettes, and AMG's.
Long story shot, the car just kicks ass, drive it just couple of feet and you can tell this is no FOX. First corner you ever take in this car will tell you two things...wow, the steering is actually sharp, and rear axle is seriously planted. I was very impressed, I was expecting some steering correction and the rear axle to dance a bit.
Major impressions;
a) Very solid structure, no rattles or creaks (that's new for a Ford)
b) Clutch take-up and shifter are so smooth, my grammy can drive it
c) Steering is so different than what I remember on my fox, nicely weighted and razor sharp.
d) Rear axle...impressive, average Joe couldn't tell if the rear axle is solid or independent.
e) Only car I know in recent memory where the engine sound is actually better in the car that it is on the outside....put major grins on my face
f) I haven't spent any time behind Cobras, but this car feels very strong and the exhaust/engine noise is very stout.
g) rear q-panels lips are actually rolled!! Can you say 305's!
I did have a few issues with the interior details (e-brake handle, hard to read meters, etc...), but who really gives a crap, you just need to drive this car and the only thing you notice is the sweet shifter, engine sound, and serious acceleration.
Anyhow, that's my quick impression from a 5 minute drive.....I really want one now, I don't think too many folks will be disappointed. Oh yeah, I forgot one negative, what's up with the wheels and 235 tires?
Okay, I'm working at this automotive press event (all manufacturers) and I ask a journalist what he thought about the new Mustang GT, he told me it was great, Ford has done a great job, etc..etc... I told him that I used to own a 65 Fastback K-code, 85 GT (first new car), and 92 Vert. He tells me "you wanna take it for a spin?", cool and collected I say "sure", on the inside I'm like "Hell Yes!"
First he drives the GT (red with red leather) off the event property and already I'm feelin the car, much larger on the inside and solid...then I take over. I drive it easy cuz the cops are out, they know the Journalist have been blasting by with GT's, Corvettes, and AMG's.
Long story shot, the car just kicks ass, drive it just couple of feet and you can tell this is no FOX. First corner you ever take in this car will tell you two things...wow, the steering is actually sharp, and rear axle is seriously planted. I was very impressed, I was expecting some steering correction and the rear axle to dance a bit.
Major impressions;
a) Very solid structure, no rattles or creaks (that's new for a Ford)
b) Clutch take-up and shifter are so smooth, my grammy can drive it
c) Steering is so different than what I remember on my fox, nicely weighted and razor sharp.
d) Rear axle...impressive, average Joe couldn't tell if the rear axle is solid or independent.
e) Only car I know in recent memory where the engine sound is actually better in the car that it is on the outside....put major grins on my face
f) I haven't spent any time behind Cobras, but this car feels very strong and the exhaust/engine noise is very stout.
g) rear q-panels lips are actually rolled!! Can you say 305's!
I did have a few issues with the interior details (e-brake handle, hard to read meters, etc...), but who really gives a crap, you just need to drive this car and the only thing you notice is the sweet shifter, engine sound, and serious acceleration.
Anyhow, that's my quick impression from a 5 minute drive.....I really want one now, I don't think too many folks will be disappointed. Oh yeah, I forgot one negative, what's up with the wheels and 235 tires?