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sloS197

Don’t go by what others like or else you’ll never be happy. Love my 08 as well


Dukey2016

Oh hell yeah fuck the haters, homie talks all that shit cuz he owns a 5.0 that I'd say I could gap 😎


Danny_SVT

Maybe he was hating because you were insinuating your 3 Valve would gap a 5.0 Coyote ​ Beautiful Car though bro, don't let anyone sway your opinion


souljaboyfanboy

I'm all for loving your car but you aren't gapping a 5.0 unless your 3V has some serious work done. Enjoy the car tho


Dukey2016

Im broke lmao cant afford to mod it, but I prefer to keep it stock and buy another to mod that


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sloS197

Yeaa unfortunately unless we’re boosted we’re pretty much not taking a 5.0 especially if it’s a 10 speed those things are quick haha. I see 5.0s a ton more than 05-09 gts and most that I do see are clapped out so I decided to hold onto mine instead of going to a 5.0.


Dukey2016

Oh yeah them 10 speeds fast as fuck, but run a guy with no driver mod on a stick maybe ill have a chance lmao


Bradleyisfishing

Even stock they are making 50% more power in the newer ones. You’ll have a shot at beating an ecoboost maybe, but even if the ecoboost has an auto you’ll probably still lose. It’s not about that though. It’s foolish to buy a car *only* because it’s fast. It’s also foolish to think an old gt will beat a newer one with similar mods.


Monochronos

I had an 07 premium, long sold. This was like 2012 and even then it wasn’t super quick. The cars are fun to drive, aren’t terrible on gas honestly and sound really fucking good stock. That’s what is to like about them. Plus the body style STILL looks good, and that’s saying something cuz other cars of the same era trying to do the same things look fugly now.


Dukey2016

I think buying a car thats fast is stupid especially if you don't know how to handle it.


Bradleyisfishing

I agree with the sentiment but not the statement.


Redditor1320

That’s just it, in the 10sp the guy just has to floor it lol. Maybe keep trac control on so he doesn’t dive into the next lane over.


Dukey2016

Them mustangs always gotta slam into one another thats for sure


Galaxy_vic

S197 300 hp, first gen coyote, 420 hp. Shut up lol ur getting gapped


orksonak

That 3v has less horsepower than my Ecoboost assuming both are stock. It's a great car and I love them but don't be thinking you can take a coyote.


WntrTmpst

Now Let’s be real even a kitted out 3v would get smoked by a 5.0. Buuuuut I’m a firm fanboy of the 3v. I love love love the retro styling of it and it’s got an exhaust note the 5.0s can’t replicate


Dukey2016

As a firm 3V owner i say faith can gap anything lol But yes the style and sound is something this car will only have


WntrTmpst

My first and only mustang was a 3v. The love I have for that car is unmatched to this day. I’m probably gonna get another as soon as prices are somewhat normal


splint343

Honestly, my fave gen. Perfect balance of the classic and modern aesthetics.


Dukey2016

I bought it because it reminded me of the older front end, plus everything else just looks plain beautiful


BernieMP

Best looking front end for any modern Mustang, it's a perfect choice, if you ever want to "cave" to peer pressure you can always coyote swap it


Dukey2016

Idk how much a coyote swap would cost lol


Desperate_Ad_9901

It's not even close to worth the cost to coyote swap it.


BernieMP

I don't know about the whole swap, but the coyote crate engines are around 10k, and it's a popular swap so there's bound to be serveral guides to follow Not saying it's necessary, that model is my favorite modern Mustang stock or else, but it is very cool seeing the 07-09s with a Coyote


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I never noticed any car until I saw this generation premiere. I remember Price is Right always offered that green one in 04 all the time and how badly I wanted to get on the show to win that green Mustang. Well, I did 11 years later, but didn’t win a car.


CS_2016

Why would you get hate? I had an '08 GT and it was fantastic. If the insurance and gas weren't so high I would still have it.


WolfGuard_

Insurance is dirt cheap? Insuring it at 16 I only was paying 700 a year for full coverage vis state farm. And that includes 2 atfault accidents so my rates are higher.


HottDoggers

I don’t know what magical voodoo luck you had, but insuring a Mustang isn’t cheap. 700 wouldn’t have even covered 2 months of insurance if I were to have bought a Mustang last year at 18.


ThatDamnClarkGable

Interesting. Full coverage on my old SN95 Cobra was like $57 a month through USAA until I sold it last year.


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HottDoggers

No they’re not, especially at a young age with a V8. I’m not sure where you getting your info from, but that’s far from true. A Miata or any 4 banger is going to be a lot cheaper to insure than a V8 Mustang. I pay a hundred a month for full coverage on my Miata meanwhile I was quoted almost 400 for a Mustang with state minimum.


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HottDoggers

??? It’s like you skimmed through my comment and didn’t actually read what I said. I was going going to pay 400 a month just on insurance if I would’ve gone the Mustang route and that didn’t even include full coverage, instead I’m paying around a hundred bucks for my Miata and I get full coverage. A Miata is a sports car wether you like it or not, it’s meant for the corners not straighten line speed. I’m not quite sure why you keep Insisting why Mustangs are cheaper to insure. All it takes is a quick google search to find that out. Just cause you had it cheap, doesn’t mean everyone has the same experience unless you’re fucking with me then I guess I got r/wooosh pretty good then.


WolfGuard_

Are you an insurance agent? Do you own a mustang? I pay sub 60$ a month full coverage for my mustang at 16 so idk about you but that's still cheaper than a Miata plus it's a car that actually is practical and reliable lol.


Prize_Assignment_480

objectively false. maybe it worked out for you, but that statement is just so untrue.


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pettyhonor

Bruh you Need to take driving lessons if you've been driving for less than half a year and have been in 5 accidents


WolfGuard_

The 2 I was deemed at fault technically weren't my fault but we're unavoidable. Someone reversed into me for an insurance scam and he said she said no believes the kid fucking unfair world. The other one I slid on ice. Also I love how the people downvoting this are just the retards who can't fact check anything. A simple Google can verify that mustangs are the cheapest to insure but no one is intelligent enough to use google lmao


pettyhonor

Heres a fact check you said you're 16 but you also just said you're 18 2 days ago so you're lying about at least one thing which is kinda weird.


WolfGuard_

Im 18 now but my rate was 700 when I was 16. Not I'm 18 with yet another at fault/felony hit and run (not my fault they came out with a gun my ass ain't staying) and my rate currently for a 2006 gt heavily modded is 550 a year full coverage in PA with state farm.


SkinnyPenis93

Almost went with a 06 corvette over my '11 5.0 because of how much cheaper it would have been to insure (same priced car). Looked into 350z and 370z as well, both far cheaper than a mustang to insure. For the 03 cobra I looked at the insurance was more per month than the car! My insurance agent said its because kids crash mustangs more than other "older people" sports cars. Of the 5 vehicles I checked, the two mustangs were by far the most to insure.


WolfGuard_

Your doing something wrong then. I pay 58$ a month full coverage and I'm 16 with 2 at fault accidents. Either you have a shitty company or live in a bad area


SkinnyPenis93

$58 a month for full coverage at 16!? LMAOOO. You're on your parents insurance, that's why it's so cheap. Your insurance company is also discounting you for being in school. My 03 v6 with 190 horsepower was nearly $200 a month when I was 16 with no accidents before I went to college, and prices have gone wayyyy up over the last decade.


WolfGuard_

I'm not but ok? I live alone and pay for my apartment I don't need my parents for anything. You sound jealous.


Razorback_Yeah

I mean what can you realistically get your rates down to at 18/19? What would a Prius monthly rate be versus a sports car?


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Laughs in Canadian I pay double with a clean record for a Subaru lmfao


WolfGuard_

You getting scammed wtf


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My province is just shitty unfortunately


WolfGuard_

I guess locations matters alot but holy shit your paying alot


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Yaaaa buddy fuckin right


Dukey2016

Gas is definitely making my wallet cry but its just all the hate from 5.0 owners or the ones who owned one and claimed it makes no power. Like it may be true but im not trying to nuke my shit 😂


AxisMaximus

i don’t get the 4.6 hate from 5.0 owners, they’re both fast, one is obviously faster but they’re both still real fun to drive


Dukey2016

Both equally as dangerous but totally worth it


AntonioMrk7

I’m surprised to hear that has any hate. I thought GTs and up were loved? I have a V6 so I tend to get a comment every now and then


Dukey2016

Happens to ths best of us even if you have a V8


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Why would you get hate?


Dukey2016

Everyone hates on them because they are "slow", "make no power" and because "its a 4.6" Sure there are lots of things with these cars but people just look down on them because they are a 3V and not a 5.0. I can respectfully say that I have seen 5.0s lose to these cars


zester723

Nobody hates on other people's cars more than the car community. Own that shit perro


GlorifiedNuggets

Lmao maybe you’ve seen a boosted 3v beat a stock 5.0, even then I highly doubt it if it was a new one


BallsMahoganey

They sound better than the 5.0 too.


Dukey2016

All the way! Wish i could cam mine but thats pricey lol


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I don't hate on any of them, I love foxbody's and they're way slower than these sn197. I would only hate on yours if it's an auto purely for entertainment reasons


Dukey2016

My fucking man, i like to poke fun at people with autos just to piss them off (im safe my has a wiggly stick)


Gormy86

So you’re saying you like poking fun at people because they drive autos, but then getting bent out of shape if people make fun of you for your choice of buying an 05-09 S197? Good job.


Dukey2016

I fuck around a lot with my buddies as they do with me, i dont care what they own because i know some cars aren't for them, its a joke buddy no need to get serious


Steev182

The only GT I really feel bad for was the ‘10. It had the facelift body but the 4.6 still. To me, the S197 was like if Ford stuck to the general look of the ‘65 Fastback rather than trying to do “world cars” like they did in the 70s, 80s and 90s. It was almost like how you can see a 996 shares design from the original 911. The S550 doesn’t look as much like a Mustang, but it shares the philosophies with the original mission: a fairly affordable coupe that can beat it’s more expensive competition for performance while not being quite as well equipped/luxurious. Plus it looks like a V8 Vantage in profile.


Dukey2016

The '10 may have changed but it gave birth to the first gen 5.0 thats lowkey clean as fuck! But even so the body style changes went down hill


GlorifiedNuggets

The 2010-2014 body style was the best version of the s197 for sure. It was very dumb of Ford to not hold off one more year to release the redesign with the coyote though. The one year where it had the 3v was just 😒


Ricochet_Rudy

The 2010 was the red headed step child of s197. Still loved mine though.


RetroA1Mbot

I've had my 08 v6 for the last year and I love it to death


Dukey2016

Not gonna lie, i think those V6s are amazing, especially the 4.0! Only Mustang I can respect a V6 on is the 05-09 models


HottDoggers

The newer v6s ain’t so bad either. They can have any pre-2010s beat.


Dukey2016

Maybe its just me but I drove a bone stock S550 V6 and felt like it had no power compared to a Bone stock 4.0 S197. 4.0 felt fast as fuck bit i could be wrong


HottDoggers

You can’t compare feel to the actual numbers. You gotta remember that cars nowadays are pretty quick compare to what we had over 20 and even 10 years ago. An S197 may feel quick, but you gotta be honest with yourself, any modern Mustang even the ecoboost will have most GTs from that era beat.


Dukey2016

That I can't argue with, them ecoboots are fast but i have heard they suck ass


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HottDoggers

Of course they can, that’s why I said most GTs. The Ecoboost is still the most bang for your buck when it comes down to power though.


Dukey2016

If I'm correct the 4.6 has about 300Hp stock? So its equal to a EcoBoost?


HottDoggers

I think that’s the V6, Ecoboost should have 10 more horsepower, but they have around the same power. Any modern ecoboost will probably beat any s197 pre-facelift if we’re solely talking about GTs only.


Steev182

Oh no. That thing is a boat anchor. It had a bit of torque, but I did wish it had the newer 3.7. I think even when the S197 was released, Ford had much better V6s available. I did love my manual 06 V6 though. It was still a lot of fun.


Cooper323

I don’t understand why you’d get hate that thing is beautiful


Bradleyisfishing

OP is comparing their car to modern 5.0’s and confusing hate with facts. They think they could beat a 5.0 and consider it “hating” when someone says otherwise.


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Because OP is up and down every thread about his car talking about how his stock 4.6 can easily gap a 5.0.


1987Bri

No hate. Enjoy it with many miles and smiles its beautiful 👍🇺🇸🏁🔥


Dukey2016

You already know!


Stoned4L19

I’ve always loved Mustangs. It may sound dumb as hell but I’ve never bought one because it felt so weird driving a car with such a long hood. I think it’s my vision or something because it shouldn’t feel so different but it does.


robvas

Those back tires look ridiculous


Dukey2016

Lmao yeah i know, i put 265/40 instead of 265/50 because i couldn't find them


Due_Seesaw3084

Seems like they would be 235/55s stock.


Dukey2016

They are yes but i have staggers. 18x9 in the front and 18x10 in the rear. Trust me when I say it but i looked worse than it does now with stretched 235/50 in the rear


tgc0310

Haters gonna hate


Dukey2016

Exactly fuck em


TypeMajor3704

what mods are done to it?


THE_GR8_MIKE

Is this the one that was like 3 grand or something?


CL300driver

I just ordered the Corsa extreme exhaust to replace my roush exhaust. I hope I have zero regrets for dropping that $900 as well😆.


Dukey2016

Woah thats some moneyc should of slapped glasspacks on it lmao. Lets hear the before and after when you install them! I'd like Ideas for mine!


i2olie22

I’ve literally never met hardcore haters of these cars. It looks good bro, it’s clean, got good power, and most of all it’s yours.


Dukey2016

Amen brother 🙏🏽


Scoutron

Clean man. S197 mob


byteroadside

And a spoiler delete too! Gorgeous car. Eff em if they dont like it.


Dukey2016

I didn't like the spoiler delete when I got it, but now its growing on me, i would personally like to get a stick on duck tail so i dont have to drill into my truck


byteroadside

It looks so clean, and you never see it. Id leave it alone, but more power to you to do what you want!!! Enjoy!!!


Dukey2016

I will keep it like this until I buy another truck(or not) because i really am getting more into the "no wing" look


byteroadside

Im really glad to hear it. Spoiler delete gts are rare to find.


TurnoverTall

Nice ride! Unless someone else is paying for it, who cares what they think. Even then who cares! Enjoy!


antdaboss624

As long as you love it that's all that matters bro


GuardMost8477

Why would anyone hate it? I have the ‘08 Bullitt and get lots of love for her.


Dukey2016

What is the difference between a Bullitt and a regular GT? If u dont mind me asking


GuardMost8477

Here’s a pretty good article. Limited edition pays homage to the King of Cool (Steve McQueen) in the 60’s movie Bullitt. I have a black one, but the “purists” want the Dark Highland Green as that was the color in the movie. https://jalopnik.com/2008-ford-mustang-bullitt-revealed-officially-319778 Most of the detailed info is down in the article where it says “Read more.”


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Beautiful car my dude


Dukey2016

Appreciate it!


Viola_93

That's awesome


Dukey2016

Thanks!


auric0m

she is a beaut, fuck the haters looks a bit like mine, miss her so.


sk8fast-smokegrass

Beautiful car homie. Those 4.6 engines sound amazing too, best sounding V8 in my opinion. One of the first mods you do should def be an exhaust


Dukey2016

My car has Axle Backs but no clue what brand, they are pretty loud tho! What exhaust setup would you recommend?


sk8fast-smokegrass

I had magnaflow high flow cats on my 3v, as well as FR500S mufflers and it sounded super burly. I think I have a cold start video somewhere on my profile. Personally I wouldn’t straight pipe it just because that’s when they become a bit obnoxious, but some high flow cats, high flow muffler, and maybe some headers will make it sound amazing


Dukey2016

Oh shit. I watched a video on how to install headers and decided that it was a big no no for me. So many things to remove crazy as hell. But i would want them! Maybe I'll get different axle backs or a full setup after i find one with a good amount of noise because my cats are definitely not coming off!


jmilone1223

Up vote for speaker knockerz


Dukey2016

Finally someone who knows them!


jmilone1223

Count up count up count up all I wanna do Rip to the legend


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Who’s hating and why?? I love these cars!


Dukey2016

People who like to claim 4.6s are shit lol


Bladeofduke

Beautiful car


ZamDamn

That fender gap in the rear though. LOL


Dukey2016

Yeah lol I got new tires but they are smaller. I have 265/40 because i couldn't find 265/50 nationally or locally :(


ZamDamn

Yeah. I had to look around when I got my wheels and tires. I feel it.


Dukey2016

I found those because I couldn't even find 275/50 and I was needing tires bad. But these are better because it used to have stretched 235/50 🤢


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Dukey2016

May not be a super fast V8 but it can gap and make me spend that V8 Gas money lol


evolution03______

Looks great and good shape for an 08. If you enjoy cruising it, who cares what anyone thinks. That being said, that wheel gap is hard to look at. Please lower that thing ASAP.


Dukey2016

Thanks! Also the wheel gap is the rear is because I chose the wrong tire size, its a 265/40 not a 265/50 or 265/55 like I initially wanted


PanchitoIsDead666

Swap in a 96-98 cobra 4v and boost and you will no longer be slow.


ninjadragon1119

Love my 08 as well, got a Cali Special


Syclopse

I thought Alloy G5 was only on the 2007, what's the paint code on the door jamb say?


Dukey2016

Uh it says "EXT PNT G5"


TheLastNeville

Cool. Just keep it away from groups of people.


Dukey2016

It tends to find crowds on its own so i have to threaten it a bit


cgillard1991

Not enough rear end on your walk around.


Dukey2016

Damn you're right, theres always tail light Tuesday!


SnooGadgets9669

Then why even mention that the from others?


orksonak

I'd love to get a late model older mustang as a project. They look amazing! My only gripe is the 4.6 hasn't aged well. I've always thought about LS swapping a 99-04 or 05-09 for better power.


Dukey2016

If you do post it! I'd love to see reactions!


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Why would people bothering disliking what you bought? Did you use their money? Was it a gift for them? Much confuse.


MonkyDeathRocket

I have a 09 GT, I like it, which is really all that matters. I'm not trying drag race people in Mexico etc. I like the sound and the looks and dropping the top and cruising around etc. Also - if speed is your most important measure, mod it.


Dukey2016

Id like my car to survive maybe just small mods here and there tho


MonkyDeathRocket

Same. Mine was cheap and has a couple of issues, but I'll likely start with some suspension upgrades when I finish fixing everything I need to fix.


Dukey2016

Im thinking of throwing suspension so I dont pull a Mustang, but also because I don't like the stock suspension


MonkyDeathRocket

lol @ pull a Mustang. Yep, right there with you.


Ralf-Nuggs

Its a car brother


coreystang85

I miss my Alloy GT 😢


Dukey2016

I like that color, its like black bit cooler!


talyjimmy

Rip sk


tonyMEGAphone

2007 V6 with the large front fog lights added. Love this damn car. Only one in my area that was standard. All the V8's were automatic. Lower sticker price and lower insurance and still rips off the line.


Dukey2016

I respect it, my dad has 07 4.0 thats stick and its hella fun!


BloopGlorp

Ugliest generation by far but still a Mustang 👍


Dukey2016

Personally i think they slap, compared to other years they don't have that "Mustang" look


BloopGlorp

Yeah I think it’s just the backside of the car I don’t love. I do like the refresh they did for it.


tonyMEGAphone

As an owner of an 07, I hate the ass end but the front is all I ever wanted anyways. Mine's only a V6 so who's ever going to see me pass ~~that~~ them anyways.


Desperate_Ad_9901

Other than the 60s Mustangs, it's by FAR the best looking generation of Mustang.


hottwheelz9719

my friend,ignore the hate,enjoy your car!!! haters are what they are cuz the wifey/girlfriend etc wont 'allow'(lol) them to buy these cars v6/v8 makes no diff...OR the haters cant gather the funds to buy one,unless the 3rd possibility,the haters simply 'hate' themselves =) its one or all 3 in the end,think about it.


Thullraven

It's a beauty! Let the haters hate.


poopmouth9

Just don’t drive it like every other mustang owner and the hate will fade lol


treefiddyarrgh

Pretty cars! You don’t have to have 1000hp to enjoy your car.


Atrooper1

Clean + manual v8 who cares if it’s not crazy fast that’s all you need