2005 Ford Mustang - IntelliChoice
What's Hot
Bargain price
Retro good looks
Strong performance | What's Not
GT noise intrusion
Tight rear seat and trunk
Stiff ride over bad roads |
What's New
The only change of any significance for 2006 is the addition of a Pony package for the base car. The package goes a long way toward making the base car look like the more expensive GT, adding foglamps in the front grille, 17-inch wheels (though not the same ones as on the GT), a rear spoiler, and a stripe along the lower body, as well as anti-lock brakes, traction control, and pony-logo floormats. The GT rolls into 2006 with new optional 18-inch wheels, in two different styles.
Key Options
Buyers of the base car should consider ABS and traction control, and all buyers should look at side airbags. The interior is pretty grim without the Interior Upgrade Package, which costs extra on all models. Fans of loud music may want the Shaker 1000 audio system, even though its subwoofer takes up a fair bit of the limited trunk space.
Others to Consider
Chrysler Crossfire,Dodge Charger,Pontiac GTO