What Sedan Would You Buy Coming From a Mustang GT?

[ice445]

I'm genuinely curious why. On a theoretical level, these systems should be simpler and better than what we currently have today, and there are mechanical failsafe integrated for safety.

After all, we already have electronic throttle bodies that vastly improved what the ECU can do to better control the engine management strategy, why not apply the same concept to the brakes?

Did you try out any car with brake by wire and didn't like it?

Sure, at the cost of loss of control. Most of the improvements that the ECU gets from having direct control of the throttle relate to emissions. Not being able to close the throttle manually because there's unburned fuel in the intake frankly sucks.

I just really dislike the idea of pressing a fake pedal and having the computer brake for me. It feels illogical, alien even. Sure, on other modern cars the ABS module can essentially interrupt what you're doing if it feels you're going to lock up the wheels, but at least my foot is actually creating hydraulic pressure in the system, and I get that little bit of feedback. In a sea of electrically controlled vehicles, that's about where I draw the line.

In actual practice? It works fine, although I haven't driven a QV, I have driven a regular 2.0 car. It's alright I guess, so it's more a matter of principle. One of the reasons I stick to manual transmissions.

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[Cory S]

Camry 3.5L.

 

[Livernois Motorsports]

CTS-V is a monster as it is, but just above my budget. Do you know which year model is the best or the oldest model I should settle for?

gen 2 or 3. Gen 2 is going to be cheaper to mod than the LT platform of motors, you can't really go wrong with either We build them here and I have always been impressed with them

 

[babrams3]

Can't believe I'm saying this but yes the Kia Stinger is an option. Watched those things smack 5.0's, scatpacks and SS's at the dragstrip with what I assume are conservative bolt on mods.

 

[Kachøw]

I researched this quite a bit before I realized that since I don't have a significant other or kids, I can just buy the Mustang.

But anyway, my choices were BMW 3-series, IS500, or a Charger/Challenger Scat Pack (if you want to pocket more cash). If you don't care about the exhaust noise, I'd pick a M340i over an M3 so you don't have to drive around with that ugly ass beaver grille.

Some other options worth considering:

Audi S5 is also an option but it didn't excite me like the others.

Kia Stinger is cool but I'd rather pay the premium for the BMW – it's just a better package overall.

Alfa QV looks and exhaust are awesome, but I've heard too many horror stories about them to want to buy one myself.

I like Panameras but they're more than your budget new. If you want to stretch it though, this is also a good option like others have suggested.

The Cadillac Blackwings are also an option if you want to really stretch your budget—never driven one myself but everyone seems to agree that they're amazing to drive.

 

[RTR077]

Mach E GT. There, I said it

 

[313_S550]

BMW M340I would be a great driver for a few years but as soon as the warranty is up I'd get rid of it.

 

[ice445]

BMW M340I would be a great driver for a few years but as soon as the warranty is up I'd get rid of it.

They've gotten better in the last 5-7 years, ever since Toyota did a silent partnership with BMW. I wouldn't sweat owning a well maintained 340i to 100K miles, but after that I'd probably tap out.

I second everyone else though, it's basically the best choice in the price bracket.

 

[313_S550]

They've gotten better in the last 5-7 years, ever since Toyota did a silent partnership with BMW. I wouldn't sweat owning a well maintained 340i to 100K miles, but after that I'd probably tap out.

I second everyone else though, it's basically the best choice in the price bracket.

I have zero doubt in the reliability of the B58 but random electronics/sensors going out on the car would still be a concern for me. I could just be too critical, either way it's an amazing car with an amazing engine.

 

[Bronco2fan]

Any Audi 3.0. Preferable S or RS series. All wheel drive is a beast and tunes are everywhere if wanted. But downside is, maintenance cost.

 

[stang-man]

If you want something that will last, hard to beat the IS500

 

[Bikeman315]

If you want something that will last, hard to beat the IS500

Except OP said...
I've only owned JDMs and now this Mustang so I'm not that knowledgeable on other brands, but I'm for sure not buying a Toyota, Honda, or Acura.

I presume he knows a Lexus is a Toyota.

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[Shawn82]

I agree with most here on the CT4 Blackwing if it's in your budget. Fantastic car and I don't think it's all that small. Another option would definitely be the Charger Scat Pack.

 

[Bikeman315]

They've gotten better in the last 5-7 years, ever since Toyota did a silent partnership with BMW. I wouldn't sweat owning a well maintained 340i to 100K miles, but after that I'd probably tap out.

I second everyone else though, it's basically the best choice in the price bracket.

Even with its S650 dashboard?

 

[Bikeman315]

I like Panameras but they're more than your budget new. If you want to really stretch it though, this is also a good option like others have suggested.

The Cadillac Blackwings are also an option if you want to stretch your budget—never driven one myself but everyone seems to agree that they're amazing to drive.

Fixed this for you.

Panamera starts at $92+ CT4BW starts at $60+.

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