Joe wrote:
Well, I would prefer a GT500 convertible but I just can't justify the premium they have put on them. I am leaning toward a Mustang GT or maybe one of the specialty Mustangs like a Bullit and then eventually putting a Kenne Bell kit on it. I won't go hog wild with the mods again. The KB kits are complete and well done cost about $4,000-$5,000 which really is a bargain for the power it delivers. A GT with a KB kit delivers performance nearly on par with a stock GT500 and for $15k-$20k less considering the price of GT500 convertibles.
This being said I will look at all the convertibles in the mid $30k to mid $40k range. I'm really not that interested in mega horsepower and just want enough to make it a decent performer, something that can run a low 14, high 13 second 1/4 mile. I will consider other things like handling, build quality, fit and finish, ergonomics etc. Until I drive some cars it is hard to say which way I will go. The Mustang does provide a lot of car for the money though so I think it has the initial edge. Especially considering the after market performance parts it has available.