I don't know about "penny pinchers", the V-6 has been around for a while and has proven itself. Plus there are already a ton of after market accessories for it. While the specs for the 4cyl look good, my concern is how will it sound? Plus it's a very sophisticated engine, leaving a lot of things...
I agree, these are good pictures of CO, finally. However, I'm just not a fan of all black wheels. They wouldn't be that bad if there was some chrome thrown in there somewhere.
A stick for sure
My motto is that if you're going to get a sports car, get a stick for sure. Anyone can learn to drive a stick in a weekend with no trouble. Just remember that each one has a different feel, so when you get your new Stang it might take a few minutes to adjust.