Car and driver road test 2012 mustang gt

The 2018 ford mustang continues to offer a v8, rearwheel drive, two doors, and a manual transmission. It was only last year that we saw the get a serious makeover. Any connection i have concerning the socalled iconic stature. Mercury mountaineer gt 40p engine, some suspension mods, currently undergoing a five lug sn95 brake upgrade and more suspension mods. Nothing much is going to change for the 2012 model considering the mustang was just given a little refresh for 2011. Introduction the 2014 ford mustang gt represents the end of an era. Fords mustang, one of the brands most loved and treasured icons, is a sports car that has become so good over the span of the current generation, that for the 2020 model year, the gt hasnt had. The next model year for fords illustrious pony car will see a dramatic reinterpretation.

Introduction the granddaddy of american pony cars, and the car from which the genres moniker was derived, fords mustang is the oldest and longest continual. Jul 09, 2018 the fifth generation 2018 ford mustang gt is a modern, reardrive performance coupe. I honestly prefer the v6 mustang to the gt as far as a daily driver is concerned. Car and driver 2011 gt500 road test shelby gt500 2010. Lurking in the background is another ford mustang thats almost as fast, handles just as well, and costs a comforting 20 grand less. Best awdall wheel drive sports cars for 2012 learn more about ford mustang. Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround driver s car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang. I have since owned 2 different 2015 gts, but havent owned one since selling my last gt the day i bought my wifes engagement ring a couple of years ago. Meet the 2012 ford mustang boss 302, the best, most wellrounded mustang ever.

Unless youre a complete mustang nut who has to have the biggest of the breed in the garage, a gt particularly now, with the new 412hp, 5. Though he underwent 8 months of operations, he continued to drive in 1955, winning about. The inside finish of the top is rather good for a car in this price class, though its cover is a touch mickey mouse. Ive had a mustang gt since 20 when i bought a 2011 mustang. Car and driver gt350 long term test wrap up after 40k miles. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. For 2019, ford makes active exhaust standard equipment, and bundles a new 1,000watt audio system with some. The ford mustang lineup receives a major addition for 2012, in the form of the venerable boss 302 trim. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle.

This stylish 2012 mustang gt stands out from the crowd. Its the first car ever to get over 300 hp and over 30 mpg. The values listed below are based on msrp and does not include any incentives, tradein, options, or other adjustments. The ford mustang gt is an upper trim of the ford mustang that comes equipped with a powerful v8 engine as well as a number of useful technology features. The new ford mustang gt is still a great sports car and offers some the best performance per dollar on the market.

The 2018 ford mustang gt makes all the right moves with its muscle car performance, style and the ohsoenticing snarl of its irresistible exhaust. Discussion in mustang s550 general forums started by ihc95, may 16. A mustang with 760 horsepowerthe most powerful car ford has ever built, a pony car that whups the le mansinspired gt on power and torquefeels normal yes. It is a group road test of 390 cougar, 390 javelin, 396 camaro, 400 firebird, 340 barracuda, and 390 gt mustang not gta. Test drivers report that the 2012 ford mustang feels lighter and more agile than its direct competitors. The brakes work great and the car handles the speed with grace. The car featured painted stripes, premier edition side badges, vehiclematching interior elements, as well as horsepower and suspension enhancements. True to the legacy of the legendary racer and auto designer who helped define the modern sports car, the shelby gt500 is a mustang with more. Obviously i wasnt racing or anything but for any kind of everyday driving i would do, this thing would achieve easily. Any of the current mustangs is quieter, better built, better equipped and more refined than ever, but still visually engaging and good fun to drive. Goes racing engine masters best driver s car week long road to monterey put up or shut up head 2 head. Read on to learn more on the 20 ford mustang gt premium in this first test.

Government fuel economy ratings for the ford mustang boss 302 are 17city and 26highway. So after the last drive was over i got out and almost had separation anxiety, and that is exactly why i know this is the car for me. Nov, 2017 the 2018 ford mustang continues to offer a v8, rearwheel drive, two doors, and a manual transmission. I believe that the 1984 chevrolet corvette and 1986 buick riviera that car and driver had as longterm test cars were almost as bad as that camaro. The chevy corvette c5 z06 is an insane sports car bargain. Carroll hall shelby january 11, 1923 may 10, 2012 was an american automotive designer. With one stomp of your right foot, the alreadylegendary tivct 5.

Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. In addition to the gt trim, the ford mustang also offers an ecoboost trim for sale as well. Its somewhat close there was a m2 comp on hand when we were driving the revised gt r nismo, gt500 and zl1 1le but again you can say that about a lot of performance. Select from one or more dropdowns below, to find the right car for. On the magazine cover it looks sort of red in color. Most maneuvers in the tight and twisting canyon roads surrounding l. A new 7400rpm v8 and myriad performance options infuse the 2018 ford mustang gt. Ford mustang road test coupe and convertible versions are available for this iconic car.

Living with a car for more than a year, we discover things we might not in a one or twoday drive. Roush announced the return of their premier edition stage 3 ford mustang in 20. They let you feel fastened to the car while being surprisingly comfortable. Review of the new 2011 ford mustang gt full new car details. Fords most incendiary pony car loses a whole lot of weight underhood and gets the performance and handling it has always deserved. The 2005 gt is quicker than all but the current supercharged svt cobra, and, even so, only by a 0.

Ac compressor failed and was replace at ford dealership under new car warranty anonymous, fl 2012 ford mustang gt 5. For 2012, the mustang gains an optional modeselectable steering system, which offers comfort, sport and standard. It can be driven right along with every other car in the street, but it can race any other sports car on the road. I drove the new mustang from ann arbor, mi to the hocking hills in ohio for the initial road test portion performance car of the year testing, and. Im most proud of our v6, says dave pericak, mustangs chief engineer. Different driver, different day, different road conditions. It will be distinguished by the other mustangs in the lineup by a dark chrome pony in the grille, dual bright rolled. However you do not get all that speed without the price of the gas to pay for it. If you do, you can have my copy of march 1968 car and driver road test. Find out more about the 2012 ford mustang boss 302 in this first test by the automotive experts at motor trend. To eke out of the mustang gts engine a bonus 32 horses, ford created a new intake manifold with runners resembling velocity stacks. Available in a limited production run, the boss 302 has been fully reengineered and features an upgraded exterior, interior, brakes and suspension, as well as a tweaked v8 engine now producing 444 hp.

Dec 15, 2017 our car experts choose every product we feature. Goes racing engine masters best driver s car week long road to monterey put up or shut up head 2. Read our impressions, see the repair history, and see photos at car and driver. Other than the test cars highish price, our only other niggle centered on. Read the latest updates in our longterm road test of the 2015 ford mustang gt as our editors live with this car for a year. Ford gives its 2018 mustang a significant refresh that leaves the car looking meaner up front. Car and driver gt350 long term test wrap up after 40k. But even great cars can benefit from a refresh now and again.

Heres what we thought of the fords updated mustang gt during our first drive. The mustang makes our list because it gives drivers cheap access to. Ive recently been looking to get back into a gt so i was pricing some out and found one i wanted to test drive. Key differences between the gt trim and the ecoboost trim of the 20152019 ford mustang gt include. A new 7400rpm v8 and myriad performance options infuse the 2018 ford mustang gt with serious. Everything about the car just screamed at me to take it home. For a singular nameplate with a long history, the 2012 ford mustang lineup delivers a lot of choices. Improvements for 2012 include more standard features and a selectable power steering.