2016 GT PP/Recaros or '10-'12 GT500?

[Ponyracer1]

Been putting the cobra back to "stockish", looking to trade it in or sell it soon. Looking for a new comp orange '16, GT, PP, Recaros, black roof. Also have been looking at low mileage '10-'12 GT500's.

Approved for $40k, looking to spend no more than $35k. True car has the GT priced at 35k and change. Which would you choose and why?

 

[FIVEHOE]

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http://www.svtperformance.com/forum...bating-on-a-10-12-GT500-or-a-15-16-Mustang-GT

 

[Blk04L]

Well if you're looking for a low mileage gt500, especially the 11-12, they'll be priced above 35k. Closer to 40k

 

[VRYALT3R3D]

Instead of asking us, just drive both and decide yourself.

 

[SonicDTR]

All depends on usage and how long you'll keep it.


Pro-tip: Never buy brand new.

 

[Sinultros]

GT500 hands down, but it will probably be a lot easier finding a 2010 under $35k than an 11-12. IMO 11-12 is the best choice for your budget, but expect to pay a little more (around 40k). 13-14s are king but will cost 15-20k more than an 11-12.

edit: nothing's wrong with a 2010 as made out to be, but for a few grand more, the 2011-2012 is a better value. In straight line performance, it's pretty much a driver's race, and the iron block is a lot cheaper to build. However, if you want to road race, the aluminum is the way to go. Also, 2011+ offers the optional recaros which I really wish my 2010 had.

 

[Rainmaker]

I would keep the 03 Cobra, and paint it black.

 

[BladeX10]

I'd get the GT500. I'm kind of over the new GT's.