Not a whole lot new? Its all new.
The newest generation of Mustang seems to have surpassed the meathead philosophy that everyone appears to associate with the brand. The 2015 Mustang GT sports a 5.0-liter V8, naturally. Not a whole lot new there, though it does churn out a good 435 horsepower these days. The handling and overall feel of the car has become much more sophisticated.
And let's not forget the price point. You can grab a Mustang GT brand new for a hair over $30,000. That's a pretty great bang for the buck.
The new Mustang GT is a cut above its predecessor. From its 435 horsepower, 5.0-liter V8, to its redesigned and redefined chassis featuring independent rear suspension, to its totally redesigned interior, the Mustang is now more BMW M4 fighter than pony car competitor.
But despite these new track credentials, the Mustang GT is comfortable, fuel efficient (averaged 25 mpg, in a week of hustling around central Florida) and just damned nice to drive.
From high performance BMW sedans, to all-wheel-drive Subaru wagons, there are a lot of good ways to get around these days. That said, a pony car in general, and Mustang in particular, offers a rather unique driving experience. The style and rumble of that V8 just want to make you misbehave. The Mustang has always offered this level of Hoonigan mischief. But now instead of that crude, raucous aftertaste, it goes down smooth, efficient and comfortable when you want to just sit back and cruise quickly down the interstate or back roads.
Kudos to Ford, for building a car we love to screw around with when we are feeling naughty, and are happy to drive home in when we are being nice.
After driving the convertible GT, I wrote "I still wouldn't order a fabric roof or an automatic, but at least the V8 makes the new Mustang awesome again.”
Was I right? Yep–with a proper transmission and a metal roof, the new Mustang was everything I hoped it would be. Especially fast: It’s very, very fast. And the new rear suspension kept the rear end planted much better than the last generation’s live axle. Don’t worry: this Mustang was still fun, and could be called anything but “numb” or “easy.”
Complaints? Honestly, no. Our test car was too expensive, at about $37,000, but it was also loaded with options I wouldn’t order, like air-conditioned seats and radar cruise control. It was also bright yellow, but I’m not sure that’s a bad thing. Naturally, the fit and finish was good, but not great. You know–like a Mustang.
Not a whole lot new? Its all new.
I read "not a whole lot new," meaning the formula of 5.0 NA V8 being tried and true.
In reply to Mitchell:
That is indeed how it was meant.
Don't have the $30K for a new GT but I'll take a new Coyote for my '05 S197... and howl my ass off.
In reply to Ed Higginbotham:
Okay, sorry.
I really really want a new Base GT 5.0 with Track Pack and Recaros in that Guard Green.
You can keep your power moonroofs and navigation units and whatever else the Premium models have. 
Mmmmmm
fasted58 wrote: Don't have the $30K for a new GT but I'll take a new Coyote for my '05 S197... and howl my ass off.
Troof.
xflowgolf wrote: I really really want a new Base GT 5.0 with Track Pack and Recaros in that Guard Green. You can keep your power moonroofs and navigation units and whatever else the Premium models have.
I agree. I love the styling and the IRS. As much as I want to really want one I can't get over the curb weight; 3,800 lbs is 1000 lbs more than my '65 fastback. That just blows my mind.
Well you're 100lbs high, but it's still way up there.
That's 1000lbs more than my BRZ. Of course it's also got over twice the HP.
z31maniac wrote: Well you're 100lbs high, but it's still way up there. That's 1000lbs more than my BRZ. Of course it's also got over twice the HP.
I've seen various numbers. The interesting thing is the FR-S or BRZ is probably a lot closer to my old Mustang in curb weight, size and power levels (I had a 289 without major mods). A 7/8th scale version of the new Mustang would be about right for me.
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