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Base 13 V6 or Base 13 5.0

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#1 ·
Which would you rather have? A fully optioned out base V6 or bare bones base 5.0. For around 27k you can get a fully optioned out V6 including, Tech package, Recardo cloth seats, rear back up camera and performance package. For around 29K, a base 5.0 with not one extra. Heck you don't even get power seats for 29k!
 
#9 ·
Tbh, i prefer manual seats and would rather have manual door locks and windows. Cuz with manual you would never have to worry bout them now working

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So id go with a bare bones 5.0 engine is all i care about
 
#12 ·
Depends on the budget...

If just making the payments put me to the limit; I'd opt for the V6. Why? Because as a DD, you may find you want some of the ammenities. Still, I'd have to have the stick as I hate slushboxes....

However...

If I could handle the payments and still had money to throw at bolt-ons and mods, then the 5.0 wins of course. You'd start with two more cylinders, more HP and walk away, in the end, with a considerably better "drivers" car.

That said, the new V6 is balls to the wall awesome. That said, I haven't owned a 5.0L since my 88 GT. That said, the gas bill is going to be quite a bit higher. That said, who cares?!
 
#13 ·
GT.

You can add Recaro's down the road for around $1K. Same applies to upgrading the stereo and etc. I have a fully optioned Honda Accord sitting in my garage and I've used the Navigation three times in the year I have owned the car.

If you get the V6 car you're going to kick yourself in the ass a couple months down the road when you want more power and realize it's going to cost you either $10K+ for a power train swap or $10K+ to trade in your car for the car you should have bought in the first place.
 
#14 ·
That assumes all you want is moar powaaa, though. It utterly fails to realize that a lot of guys bought the 3.7L V6 because it comes with 300 RWHP which is plenty in MOST daily drivers. Not everyone wants a track or strip monster, some people actually want moderately powerful daily drivers.

If that were the case, there'd be no V6.

Regardless, either option is good and various people have various tastes and needs.

That said, I have a friend who owns a 13 V6 and he has never, ever expressed a desire to kick himself for not getting the GT. He's a happy camper, loves his car, and wouldn't trade it for two more cylinders.

I get what you're saying, I just hope you get what I'm saying, too.
 
#15 ·
I don't need leather, I don't care for sound systems, sync, digital climate, nav, lcds, electric seats, etc.

I have a base V6, I'd be more than happy with a base GT if I could afford. I got my car for performance and fun, not a luxury mobile.
 
#17 ·
I struggled with this myself for the longest time. Knowing I planned on autocross and track time, I opted for the base 5.0. I also know I always would have been thinking "I could've had a V8." I haven't regretted it for a moment. The car is pretty well appointed as it is anyway. The only options I have are Sync (tech package), Recaros, Brembos, and 3.73. I didn't want leather, Ford MyTouch, nav, or the upgrade stereo. With that, after sitting in some premium cars the only difference I could see was quilted door panels and a different shift boot.
 
#18 ·
I think the base 5.0 does come with power seats yet again I could be wrong. But from my experience I drove a 2013 v6 for a week out in Arizona. It was a nice fun car in the twisty mountains and such, and it had a decent amount of power, it also had outstanding fuel mileage I was getting about 27 90% of the time with a heavy foot. Some of the cons about that car- alot of body roll, not the best gear ratios. It was all around great car. That being said I bought a 2013 5.0 track pack with 2500 miles on it in December a week before Christmas and man what a machine. First off this is my first car and mustang so please excuse my biasness due to I'm still drooling over the car. The 5.0 engine vs the v6 is HUGE the 5.0 throws you back into the seat when you hit the gas in 1-4. There is just so much of a difference ford really did a great job on the 5.0. Some other differences is the suspension is a little different, the brakes are outstanding. I only have one complaint so far that is the transmission. The shifting is just hard and rough between 1-4 I'm going to get my transmission fluid changed soon I read that it may help a bit. Other then that I love the Car. Now you basicly have 2 options you can go for a nice luxury v6 with everything or a base model v8 ( you should really go for 3.73 gears a nice cheep option) also if you get the v6 I would go for an auto because you actually get better 0-60 with an auto. But don't worry witch either one you buy you will like.
 
#19 · (Edited)
Not that it's a big deal but the base 5.0 does not come with powers seats. That is an additional option that costs extra. I can only imagine what a beast the 5.0 is and the power as it throws you back. I was just really shocked when I first went looking at the 11 stangs to see such a huge price difference between the base v6 and base 5.0. I certainly thought for 7,500k more for the GT model there would of been some serious electronic goodies including along with leather seats for that price. If a person wants a more throw back in the seat feeling for their v6 , then one has to spend around 600 bucks to have 3.73 gears installed and that transforms the v6 model. I do think the 5.0 is awesome and would love that type of power but not at the expense of 7,500 more. I would of paid 3k more for the base 5.0 considering it has 18inch tires, 115 extra HP , upgraded suspension system and brakes. It does not cost the Ford Corporation 7,500k more to put those parts on compared to tires, engine, brakes, suspension system of the v6. The Ford worker who lowers the 5.0 engine into the car is the same work that takes to lower the 3.7 engine into the car. The worker who puts on the brake pads on the v6 is the same work to put on brake pads of the v8. To assemble the car from the factory is the same whether its a v6 or v8 model no matter what front fascia they are installing. Ford Corporation is getting a huge discount on the tires and wheels because of the volume they are ordering that it is a small difference in there cost to use the 18 inch tire or 17 inch tire. Ford needs to lower there 5.0 prices.

It does not cost the Ford Corporation thousands more to produce the 5.0 engine over the 3.7 engine. Ford priced the v6 perfect but the 5.0 is way high.
 
#23 ·
For those who would prefer premium features over a V8 why buy a Mustang?

If I were in a situation where I wanted comfort and wasn't concerned about having a V8 I would be looking at something that's not a RWD sports car. Why not look at something like a V6 powered Accord or if dead set on American cars a Fusion or the whole other slew of cars that have the premium comforts, push 300hp and are in all honesty far more comfortable cars than the Mustang?

I have a 2010 Honda Accord EX w/ a V6. It pushes 300hp and it has all the goodies including a sun roof. My Accord is nicer on the inside than my GT premium, the controls are all digital and it even has a dual zone digital temperature control that blows away the Mustang's cheapo plastic knob crap. The suspension on my Accord makes for a much more comfortable ride than a Mustang and it's extremely quiet inside. An Accord outfitted like mine is around $27K new which makes it in the same price range as a loaded up V6 Mustang. This is all not to mention the Accord hold's it's resell value a million times better than any of the V6 Stangs, Camaro's, and Chargers.

There's obviously no shortage of folks who choose the V6 cars when you consider there are something like 3 V6 cars sold for every 1 V8 car and I know it all comes down to personal taste but I've always wondered why someone would go for a V6 sports car over a much more comfortable mid size coupe/sedan.
 
#24 ·
For those who would prefer premium features over a V8 why buy a Mustang?

If I were in a situation where I wanted comfort and wasn't concerned about having a V8 I would be looking at something that's not a RWD sports car. Why not look at something like a V6 powered Accord or if dead set on American cars a Fusion or the whole other slew of cars that have the premium comforts, push 300hp and are in all honesty far more comfortable cars than the Mustang?

I have a 2010 Honda Accord EX w/ a V6. It pushes 300hp and it has all the goodies including a sun roof. My Accord is nicer on the inside than my GT premium, the controls are all digital and it even has a dual zone digital temperature control that blows away the Mustang's cheapo plastic knob crap. The suspension on my Accord makes for a much more comfortable ride than a Mustang and it's extremely quiet inside. An Accord outfitted like mine is around $27K new which makes it in the same price range as a loaded up V6 Mustang. This is all not to mention the Accord hold's it's resell value a million times better than any of the V6 Stangs, Camaro's, and Chargers.

There's obviously no shortage of folks who choose the V6 cars when you consider there are something like 3 V6 cars sold for every 1 V8 car and I know it all comes down to personal taste but I've always wondered why someone would go for a V6 sports car over a much more comfortable mid size coupe/sedan.
Good point there.still I think people buy v6 mustangs mostly cuz its cheaper than a v8 mustang but they still get that pony emblem on the grill
 
#33 ·
That is EXACTLY what I'm talking about.

If, and it's a big IF, a 5.0 could be had for about the same as a FR-S, Genesis or Nissan, and that's the bigger motor, no one would really drive anything else and the industry would come back to life here in North America.

Or not.

But I can has a dream!
 
#39 ·
Okay so anyone can get a 28k-29k mustang gt base and for a mustang v6 premium your paying about 26k-27k so it really depends what you want, do you want all the goodies the premium v6 gives or a base v8 gt? Honestly I would take the v8 base over the premium, it's anyone's choice between those two.... I think for a base 28k gt is a steal because you won't see other competitors that has 420+ hp at that price[/QUOTE]

If your comparing the 5.0 to its competition the Camaro SS and Challenger V8 then yes the mustang is less money. The 5.0 is freaking awesome and I love it as I'm sure all on here love the 5.0. All that means is the other cars are way over priced because a base Camaro is around 23k and the Base SS is around 32k. 9k more for the base V8 over the V6, highway robbery and thats nuts.
 
#40 ·
Ever wonder how much it costs exactly to make each car? I'd like to know, labor and all how much it costs them to produce each model.
 
#41 · (Edited)
For real. Would love to know what the actual cost of the production of the V6 and V8. I can assure you its no where close to 29k. Not even close. What ever the cost is, the V8 does not cost that much more to produce than a v6 model. The labor costs are the same to assemble either car. The worker gets paid the same to put on a Gt grill or v6 grill. It costs the same to put on either set of tires whether they are 17 in or 20 inch. The 18 inch may cost Ford Corporation 30 bucks more a tire but there buying tires in huge huge huge bulk. It's rubber. I can buy my v6 stock tires on tire rack for 80 bucks a piece. How much you really think Ford pays for the same tire when there ordering 35,000 4 set of tires. Way less than 80 bucks.

There is no way the 5.0 and all it's performance upgrades over the v6 is costing the Ford Corporation 7,500 k more than the v6
 
#46 ·
I mean consider the price difference and think of the mods you'd have on top of your now fully loaded v6. that's a couple grand toward intake exhaust etc. unless I was going to really push the envelope with hp I'd take the features not that I wouldn't love a fully loaded 5.0 though haha
 
#47 ·
The price isn't that bad for the power you get in a 5.0. I love ford to make a profit so they can keep making mustangs and make them better. I don't really know not one car that has 420 hp and that's right at 30k brand new. I don't look at the mustang gt to be to expensive I look at the v6 to be one hell of a bargain for what you get. But sorry v6 guys 5.0 all the way!
 
#48 · (Edited)
No denying the 5.0 is awesome and one powerful vehicle. If the 5.0 was 3500k less for the base, I would of pulled the trigger on it. Certainly, most people have no real need for a 400 plus HP car that's used for a street driven vehicle but none the less, cool to have one. It was cool at 3500k more price over the sixer but not cool enough to pay double that price.

Not only is it 7500k more but really needs at least 3k bolt on mods to boot.
 
#49 ·
This was my dilemma as well. I opted for the V6. I don't track my car now so 300+ hp is more then enough on public roads. 400+ is just overkill really.. I would like to start doing a little autox here and there and a road course sounds like it'd be a blast. Drag racing bores me.. So for a beginner the V6 may be the better choice to learn on. But for now, just street driving so the V6 is plenty fine.

Having more "luxurious" was important to me. Again, just a street car so having leather, ambient lighting, heated seats, etc, was more important then power. Leather is really a must for me as I hate cloth and so does my GF. The premium V6 was also cheaper then a base GT which would save me a few bucks for mods. Appearance was probably my most important factor in a new car.

Buying a base GT wouldn't leave me any money for mods. And imo, a factory mustang is pretty dull and boring and doesn't really appeal to me. Lowering and new wheels were my first and favourite mods. Changed the whole look of the car from a boring mustang to something different and better. New wing, quad tipped exhaust, raxiom head and taillights really gave my car a unique look. I made it mine. The exhaust made the car "come alive". Does it sound like a V8? No, and I wasn't trying to. But I think it sounds just as good if not better but in a different way.

A few little things done here and there really gave my car a clean custom look. And with everything done I've spent probably just a tad above a base GT. It's got enough power for me, a very nice interior, looks better then 99% of other stangs on the road (IMO), and I get loads of looks and compliments. For me, it's just about perfect. Only gripes would be the solid rear axle and no paddles which hopefully the 2015 gets.

Sorry for the long message but just wanted to throw in the reasons for my decision. Hope to help.
 
#50 ·
This was my dilemma as well. I opted for the V6. I don't track my car now so 300+ hp is more then enough on public roads. 400+ is just overkill really.. I would like to start doing a little autox here and there and a road course sounds like it'd be a blast. Drag racing bores me.. So for a beginner the V6 may be the better choice to learn on. But for now, just street driving so the V6 is plenty fine.

Having more "luxurious" was important to me. Again, just a street car so having leather, ambient lighting, heated seats, etc, was more important then power. Leather is really a must for me as I hate cloth and so does my GF. The premium V6 was also cheaper then a base GT which would save me a few bucks for mods. Appearance was probably my most important factor in a new car.

Buying a base GT wouldn't leave me any money for mods. And imo, a factory mustang is pretty dull and boring and doesn't really appeal to me. Lowering and new wheels were my first and favourite mods. Changed the whole look of the car from a boring mustang to something different and better. New wing, quad tipped exhaust, raxiom head and taillights really gave my car a unique look. I made it mine. The exhaust made the car "come alive". Does it sound like a V8? No, and I wasn't trying to. But I think it sounds just as good if not better but in a different way.

A few little things done here and there really gave my car a clean custom look. And with everything done I've spent probably just a tad above a base GT. It's got enough power for me, a very nice interior, looks better then 99% of other stangs on the road (IMO), and I get loads of looks and compliments. For me, it's just about perfect. Only gripes would be the solid rear axle and no paddles which hopefully the 2015 gets.

Sorry for the long message but just wanted to throw in the reasons for my decision. Hope to help.
I hear ya brother. Your ride sounds awesome, any pictures you can post. Would love to see exterior mods. Would love to see the quad exhaust. That's awesome how you really customized your pony to make it stand out. Whether you get a 5.0 or 3.7, both cars look the same and personally I'm not a fan of the fog lights on the 5.0. I really like the front grill on the 3.7 much better.

Nothing like having your ride stand out from the average mustang on the road. That's why the Boss and Gt500 stand out because of all the sweet a$$ graphics, spoiler, ground effect kits. Besides the power, its the look you don't always see.
 
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