2008 Mustang

Must See · 07-10-2006, 03:07 PM

Hey guys just read this in MotorTrend August 2006 page 12 quote below

''Mustang Fords ioronic ponycar will be given a major face-lift in 2008 wherein every exterior panel except the roof center will be substantially changed."

anyone have pictures? or any more information?

I thought it was kind of soon to already change the body style

Must See · 07-10-2006, 03:27 PM

http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/...-2008-mustang/

GREG@SN95 · 07-10-2006, 04:12 PM

no... nothing new to change the appearance... I HIGHLY doubt ford will stray from the new look they got goin...

but it could use some better designs... the interior is bland and square for one... and the hoods are flat and boring... and the grill on the shelby looks a ton better then the GT...

so I'm sure they'll make many small changes...

like 1994 they came out with the new body style (sn95)

and in 1996 they changed engine, tail lights, wheels etc...

as far as new generation mustang... thats just silly...

jjtgiants · 07-10-2006, 04:27 PM

[quote=GREG@SN95] but it could use some better designs... the interior is bland and square for one... and the hoods are flat and boring... and the grill on the shelby looks a ton better then the GT...QUOTE]

I totally agree....they just look kinda boring to me. If they want to peak my interest they will have to do something with the hood and figure out how to drop some weight.....hell, even muscle mustangs and fast fords said ford should be ashamed of how heavy the GT500 is.

By the way, I saw a Shelby-H yesterday and it looked pretty cool in person....I wasn't in my car, but I wanted a piece of that thing so bad.

Ghostalker · 07-10-2006, 05:04 PM

Maybe... instead of looking like a 68 or so fastback, it could look more like a 70 fastback? would that be stupid or? I like the way the GT500 looks... its the perfection of the new bodystyle... like they made it first then made the GT look more domesticated and the v6 look even wimpier...

3V2000GT · 07-10-2006, 05:31 PM

if you guys think the new mustang sucks, go drive one, you will change your mind, I drove my bro's 06 GT for a week while he was in Cancun, and i fell in love with it, the inside is so comfortable, and the feel of it is just like nothing else. Just go drive one, you will definately change your mind, im sure people felt the same way in 94 or 79 when the new body styles came out.

GREG@SN95 · 07-10-2006, 05:50 PM

i love the new shelbys... the "elanor" hood doesn't really float my boat... and the frnt bumper is a bit bland and square like the interior... But these new mustangs are really cool... i want one... so bad...

And I know they will only get better!:clap:

07-10-2006, 06:42 PM

Before ford starts freakin out about how much HP the new Camaro has, mayeb they oughtta figure out what they are gonna charge for the new camaro's. Im betting about 35k base.

The point is this, if somone wants to spend 40k for a camaro they spend 40k for a camaro. If they want to spend 30k for a mustang GT, then you really cant quite compare them side by side. Kinda puts them in different games doesent it? One of the reasons of the mustangs success was the "Affordable power". If they boost the GT's HP up, you bet yer ass they will raise the price tag too.

WaterDR · 07-10-2006, 07:37 PM

Jack is right. The new Camaros will no doubt cost well more then a stang exceot for the V-6 versions.

I have driven 4 or 5 '05+ Mustangs and they are all a joy. The interiors really make the cars, but I do have some gripes.

1 - The cars feel too big. They have taken on a bit of a boat-like personality. They are not as nimble as a 99+, which is really a bust, because the 99+ cars are not all that nimble to begin with.

2 - Once again, the shifters suck-ass. The sticks feel like a wet-noodle. While the hell can't Ford put a decent shifter in the stupid car. And, they should all be six speeds. Crap, even Mazda is putting a 6 speed in ther new entry level car.

3 - The rims are hideous with the exception of one of the new bullit styles. The tires are also too narrow. 235's. I think Ford missed the boat on this one. They need to be 265's or 275's. Stand behind a new stang and check out the stance. It looks too wimpy with those bicycle tires. At least it is an easy fix.

4 - The car does not say Mustang anywhere on it! Seriously, look hard. This is the first Mustang in history without those words anywhere on the outside of the car, right?

5 - I know this ios a car for the masses, but the exhaust should be a tad louder. Hello....it's a V-8!

I would love to see a Fastback version of this car! Come on Ford, make it happen. I also want to see Bosses and Mach's soon. I did see a new Shelby CS this weekend and I have pictures. The car was sweet looking, but had a sticker of 37k and makes stock HP.

GREG@SN95 · 07-10-2006, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MT's#1Customer!

Jack is right. The new Camaros will no doubt cost well more then a stang exceot for the V-6 versions.

I have driven 4 or 5 '05+ Mustangs and they are all a joy. The interiors really make the cars, but I do have some gripes.

1 - The cars feel too big. They have taken on a bit of a boat-like personality. They are not as nimble as a 99+, which is really a bust, because the 99+ cars are not all that nimble to begin with.

2 - Once again, the shifters suck-ass. The sticks feel like a wet-noodle. While the hell can't Ford put a decent shifter in the stupid car. And, they should all be six speeds. Crap, even Mazda is putting a 6 speed in ther new entry level car.

3 - The rims are hideous with the exception of one of the new bullit styles. The tires are also too narrow. 235's. I think Ford missed the boat on this one. They need to be 265's or 275's. Stand behind a new stang and check out the stance. It looks too wimpy with those bicycle tires. At least it is an easy fix.

4 - The car does not say Mustang anywhere on it! Seriously, look hard. This is the first Mustang in history without those words anywhere on the outside of the car, right?

5 - I know this ios a car for the masses, but the exhaust should be a tad louder. Hello....it's a V-8!

I would love to see a Fastback version of this car! Come on Ford, make it happen. I also want to see Bosses and Mach's soon. I did see a new Shelby CS this weekend and I have pictures. The car was sweet looking, but had a sticker of 37k and makes stock HP.

I think ford has alot planned for the mustang...

I have to agree w/ all yer saying...

But if ya really think about it... is this not how cars were built in the 60s?

They have the 60s muscle car look 100%... back then they all had skinny tires and felt like boats and big goofy shifters... except now the powerplant still makes power but is completely different...

which is kinda cool... except back then you could make these cars quick as hell by going to a junkyard for cheap... now the cost a fortune...

I'm sure ford will eventually iron this details out...

don';t forget... it does help keep the price a lil more affordable... I think ford should offer a sus pkg, whl pkg, and shft/exhst pkg though... that'd be spectacular!

Slither · 07-10-2006, 07:56 PM

Nope...I read where the Camaros will be in the same price range as Mustangs. Said they will run between 18-26k.

jjtgiants · 07-10-2006, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3V2000GT

if you guys think the new mustang sucks, go drive one, you will change your mind, I drove my bro's 06 GT for a week while he was in Cancun, and i fell in love with it, the inside is so comfortable, and the feel of it is just like nothing else. Just go drive one, you will definately change your mind, im sure people felt the same way in 94 or 79 when the new body styles came out.

I agree, people should drive one before bashing them. I also agree with a lot of what MT's#1Customer said. I spent a lot of time driving my bosses 05 GT and it for sure was a nice car....it was comfy and provided a nice ride, however my biggest gripe is how heavy and big it felt....and looked.

One thing I like are the mufflers are at the back of the car versus where the mufflers are in the 99-04 stangs.....I think this cuts down on interior exhaust noise, but still allows for a nice tone outside the car.

Would I take a new GT over my Mach....NO WAY....would I have taken one over my 03 GT Vert....YEP!!!

*Lances03SVT* · 07-10-2006, 08:36 PM

I drive our 06 V6 alot and just love how comfortable it is.I like the look of it alot but at times it does seem like a boat.Washed and waxed both the other day and had mine parked behind it and mine looked a hell of alot meaner

They just ride so damn smooth and the seat's are x100 better than the one's in my GT.I've also test drove about 5 different GT's and love them but when I get back into mine it just feel's more like a muscle car should.

07-10-2006, 03:07 PM	#1 (permalink)
Must See When In Doubt Mumble Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Houston,TX Posts: 1,589	2008 Mustang Hey guys just read this in MotorTrend August 2006 page 12 quote below ''Mustang Fords ioronic ponycar will be given a major face-lift in 2008 wherein every exterior panel except the roof center will be substantially changed." anyone have pictures? or any more information? I thought it was kind of soon to already change the body style

07-10-2006, 05:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
Ghostalker BOLO 4 ME Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Danbury, CT Posts: 2,282	Maybe... instead of looking like a 68 or so fastback, it could look more like a 70 fastback? would that be stupid or? I like the way the GT500 looks... its the perfection of the new bodystyle... like they made it first then made the GT look more domesticated and the v6 look even wimpier... __________________ Ghosty is in need of some mods...

07-10-2006, 05:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
3V2000GT 46MONSTER Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Wheaton, IL Posts: 2,209	if you guys think the new mustang sucks, go drive one, you will change your mind, I drove my bro's 06 GT for a week while he was in Cancun, and i fell in love with it, the inside is so comfortable, and the feel of it is just like nothing else. Just go drive one, you will definately change your mind, im sure people felt the same way in 94 or 79 when the new body styles came out. __________________ 2000 GT Black on Tan, TKO 600: 370rwhp 370rwtq NA Built 3v 2004 Honda CBR 600 F4i Black/Red 2000 SVT Lightning Silver i love jinny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!! lucky is awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

07-10-2006, 07:37 PM	#9 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,366	Jack is right. The new Camaros will no doubt cost well more then a stang exceot for the V-6 versions. I have driven 4 or 5 '05+ Mustangs and they are all a joy. The interiors really make the cars, but I do have some gripes. 1 - The cars feel too big. They have taken on a bit of a boat-like personality. They are not as nimble as a 99+, which is really a bust, because the 99+ cars are not all that nimble to begin with. 2 - Once again, the shifters suck-ass. The sticks feel like a wet-noodle. While the hell can't Ford put a decent shifter in the stupid car. And, they should all be six speeds. Crap, even Mazda is putting a 6 speed in ther new entry level car. 3 - The rims are hideous with the exception of one of the new bullit styles. The tires are also too narrow. 235's. I think Ford missed the boat on this one. They need to be 265's or 275's. Stand behind a new stang and check out the stance. It looks too wimpy with those bicycle tires. At least it is an easy fix. 4 - The car does not say Mustang anywhere on it! Seriously, look hard. This is the first Mustang in history without those words anywhere on the outside of the car, right? 5 - I know this ios a car for the masses, but the exhaust should be a tad louder. Hello....it's a V-8! I would love to see a Fastback version of this car! Come on Ford, make it happen. I also want to see Bosses and Mach's soon. I did see a new Shelby CS this weekend and I have pictures. The car was sweet looking, but had a sticker of 37k and makes stock HP. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

07-10-2006, 07:56 PM	#11 (permalink)
Slither Elmo Rocks my Socks Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 2,145	Nope...I read where the Camaros will be in the same price range as Mustangs. Said they will run between 18-26k. __________________ SilverMustangs.com Website & Registry

07-10-2006, 03:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
Must See When In Doubt Mumble Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Houston,TX Posts: 1,589	http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/...-2008-mustang/

07-10-2006, 04:12 PM	#3 (permalink)
GREG@SN95 Banned Join Date: May 2006 Location: JACKSON NJ Posts: 4,135	no... nothing new to change the appearance... I HIGHLY doubt ford will stray from the new look they got goin... but it could use some better designs... the interior is bland and square for one... and the hoods are flat and boring... and the grill on the shelby looks a ton better then the GT... so I'm sure they'll make many small changes... like 1994 they came out with the new body style (sn95) and in 1996 they changed engine, tail lights, wheels etc... as far as new generation mustang... thats just silly...

07-10-2006, 04:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
jjtgiants jjtgiants Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dublin, CA Posts: 3,722	[quote=GREG@SN95] but it could use some better designs... the interior is bland and square for one... and the hoods are flat and boring... and the grill on the shelby looks a ton better then the GT...QUOTE] I totally agree....they just look kinda boring to me. If they want to peak my interest they will have to do something with the hood and figure out how to drop some weight.....hell, even muscle mustangs and fast fords said ford should be ashamed of how heavy the GT500 is. By the way, I saw a Shelby-H yesterday and it looked pretty cool in person....I wasn't in my car, but I wanted a piece of that thing so bad.

07-10-2006, 05:50 PM	#7 (permalink)
GREG@SN95 Banned Join Date: May 2006 Location: JACKSON NJ Posts: 4,135	i love the new shelbys... the "elanor" hood doesn't really float my boat... and the frnt bumper is a bit bland and square like the interior... But these new mustangs are really cool... i want one... so bad... And I know they will only get better!:clap:

07-10-2006, 06:42 PM	#8 (permalink)
Jack The Ripper Posts: n/a	Before ford starts freakin out about how much HP the new Camaro has, mayeb they oughtta figure out what they are gonna charge for the new camaro's. Im betting about 35k base. The point is this, if somone wants to spend 40k for a camaro they spend 40k for a camaro. If they want to spend 30k for a mustang GT, then you really cant quite compare them side by side. Kinda puts them in different games doesent it? One of the reasons of the mustangs success was the "Affordable power". If they boost the GT's HP up, you bet yer ass they will raise the price tag too.

07-10-2006, 08:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
Lances03SVT Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Location: Carthage, Missouri Posts: 9,219	I drive our 06 V6 alot and just love how comfortable it is.I like the look of it alot but at times it does seem like a boat.Washed and waxed both the other day and had mine parked behind it and mine looked a hell of alot meaner They just ride so damn smooth and the seat's are x100 better than the one's in my GT.I've also test drove about 5 different GT's and love them but when I get back into mine it just feel's more like a muscle car should. __________________ _______________________ 2003 Cobra SOLD

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