Looking to buy a Mustang
Discussion
Hey guys, I'm pretty new here but am ultimately looking for information on buying a mustang.
I lose my company car at the end of the year and have the luxury of being close enough to cycle to work so can afford to get a car to suit me at the weekends, and a mustang is top pic for me.
I am unfortunately still not entirely clued up on what to expect for my budget (about 15k) but from what i have seen i can expect a car between 2005 - 2008 up to about 45k on the clock.
One thing I would really like to have in my sights is that if I can't buy a mustang with a GT bodykit then I would like to ensure whatever model I get I can look into doing this myself.
Any recommendations and pointers welcome, but I think initially i am after a good source to purchase from within my budget.
Regards
Dave
I lose my company car at the end of the year and have the luxury of being close enough to cycle to work so can afford to get a car to suit me at the weekends, and a mustang is top pic for me.
I am unfortunately still not entirely clued up on what to expect for my budget (about 15k) but from what i have seen i can expect a car between 2005 - 2008 up to about 45k on the clock.
One thing I would really like to have in my sights is that if I can't buy a mustang with a GT bodykit then I would like to ensure whatever model I get I can look into doing this myself.
Any recommendations and pointers welcome, but I think initially i am after a good source to purchase from within my budget.
Regards
Dave
Hi,once you start looking you'll be hooked and won't be happy 'till you've got one. Check the ones that have got the right options specced. Interior upgrades, decent colours and good wheels/tyres affect price massively. The MOCGB website's got more expertise, maybe even one for sale. Always better to buy from an enthusiast. Good luck.
Speak to James or Paul at Atlantic Sports Cars and tell him Baz sent you...
He has had a few within your budget latley....
http://www.atlanticsportscars.com/VehicleDetails.a...
http://www.atlanticsportscars.com/
He has had a few within your budget latley....
http://www.atlanticsportscars.com/VehicleDetails.a...
http://www.atlanticsportscars.com/
Edited by Dr-Bob on Monday 28th March 21:53
Thanks for all the info guys, much apprciated.
Theres certainly plenty of readin material out there once you know where to look.
PS. The link to Atlantic Sports cars is exactly what I am looking for so thanks for that.
As for the mention of the GT bodykit, it would seem what I initially thought was the 'standard' model is actually called GT, so the kit / look I am hoping to get and refering to is the GT500 look, or something equally as mean looking.
If money was no option, this would be it;
Theres certainly plenty of readin material out there once you know where to look.
PS. The link to Atlantic Sports cars is exactly what I am looking for so thanks for that.
As for the mention of the GT bodykit, it would seem what I initially thought was the 'standard' model is actually called GT, so the kit / look I am hoping to get and refering to is the GT500 look, or something equally as mean looking.
If money was no option, this would be it;
Your only up the road from James at ASC as well.....
Also Dave who runs DKCAS is one of the best auto electrians around.. Only guy that touches my viper...
http://www.dkcaraudioandsecurity.co.uk/www.dkcarau...
Also Dave who runs DKCAS is one of the best auto electrians around.. Only guy that touches my viper...
http://www.dkcaraudioandsecurity.co.uk/www.dkcarau...
Edited by Dr-Bob on Tuesday 29th March 10:21
Dharris84 said:
Thanks for all the info guys, much apprciated.
Theres certainly plenty of readin material out there once you know where to look.
PS. The link to Atlantic Sports cars is exactly what I am looking for so thanks for that.
As for the mention of the GT bodykit, it would seem what I initially thought was the 'standard' model is actually called GT, so the kit / look I am hoping to get and refering to is the GT500 look, or something equally as mean looking.
If money was no option, this would be it;
ohh thats nice,wish i had oneTheres certainly plenty of readin material out there once you know where to look.
PS. The link to Atlantic Sports cars is exactly what I am looking for so thanks for that.
As for the mention of the GT bodykit, it would seem what I initially thought was the 'standard' model is actually called GT, so the kit / look I am hoping to get and refering to is the GT500 look, or something equally as mean looking.
If money was no option, this would be it;
A Cervini Mustang is on my Lottery list. 800 bhp, ha ha!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlqR0zwCz5I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlIyIt-p4dA&fea...
Best of luck with your purchase.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlqR0zwCz5I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlIyIt-p4dA&fea...
Best of luck with your purchase.
Dharris84 said:
Thanks for all the info guys, much apprciated.
Theres certainly plenty of readin material out there once you know where to look.
PS. The link to Atlantic Sports cars is exactly what I am looking for so thanks for that.
As for the mention of the GT bodykit, it would seem what I initially thought was the 'standard' model is actually called GT, so the kit / look I am hoping to get and refering to is the GT500 look, or something equally as mean looking.
If money was no option, this would be it;
You won't get anything like that in your budget and nowhere near a GT500. Unfortunately the bits from the vast aftermarket don't come cheap, mainly because of shipping costs. You can get a painted GT500 rear spoiler off US ebay for just over $300 shipped, the painted hood scoop you can buy for $220 shipped, the side ducts for just over $300 shipped....the list goes on. It would also be money better spent on lowering the suspension and fitting better shocks as the standard car is fairly soft in the suspender department. Depends whether you prefer show or go.Theres certainly plenty of readin material out there once you know where to look.
PS. The link to Atlantic Sports cars is exactly what I am looking for so thanks for that.
As for the mention of the GT bodykit, it would seem what I initially thought was the 'standard' model is actually called GT, so the kit / look I am hoping to get and refering to is the GT500 look, or something equally as mean looking.
If money was no option, this would be it;
There are two main GT V8 models - the "Deluxe" which has a vastly plastic budget interior and the "Premium" with leather and door inserts etc.
Pixel Pusher said:
A Cervini Mustang is on my Lottery list. 800 bhp, ha ha!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlqR0zwCz5I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlIyIt-p4dA&fea...
Best of luck with your purchase.
LOL Cervinis is less than 2 miles away from my house... How did I not know of this place before! Shame its a tad outside my budget though!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlqR0zwCz5I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlIyIt-p4dA&fea...
Best of luck with your purchase.
tortop45 said:
when buying one of these mustangs check front edge of bonnet coz thay do rot due to bad painting form factory.
The bonnet is actually aluminium and the bubbling is due to oxidation of the aluminium from iron contamination. It is resolvable with paint and waxoyl. It is not "rot" in the rust sense.LuS1fer said:
The bonnet is actually aluminium and the bubbling is due to oxidation of the aluminium from iron contamination. It is resolvable with paint and waxoyl. It is not "rot" in the rust sense.
bad build quality witch ever way you look at it,i no its alloy got my own body shop and done a phew.man when they go they go,WATCH OUT!!!!!swerni said:
if you can stretch a bit on the budget 
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2655124.htm
Wow... Thats a pretty sweet buy for the price!http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2655124.htmOut of curiosity, if I were to purchase a fairly 'regular' mustang such as this and this, how far can i take the car in terms of looks and performance? I understand this is all heavily bound by the size of my wallet, but is purchasing such a car with a view to tarting it up a complete 'no no', is there a specific year and spec I should look for (I assume always aim for premium) or is it completly doable no matter which I go for assuming a 2005 - 2008 model.
I'm obviously going to go for the best looking / newest and most improtantly low mileage one I can get, but I really want this car to be with me for the long term, hence the interest in making it my own and as good as I can.
swerni said:
The are both V6, is that what you are after?
The mods are endless form power, to handling and styling.
Given the choice I would prefer the V8 but with little savings to speak of and no car to sell it comes down to my monthly budget for a loan which is where im estimating my 15k budget to come from.The mods are endless form power, to handling and styling.
I just wanted to ensure im not overly gimping myself by not holding out for any specific model or year to make the most of a long term enjoyment :-)
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