Thinking about one of these

[CAtaylor]

Who has one? How does it compare to the last gen in your opinion if you had both. I had a 14 mustang 5.0 headers, no cats, tune, intake, MT, lowered, etc.. but just never was that in love with it, handling and comfort just wasn't really there so I got rid of it. The one i am thinking about is below. 2SS with 8 speed Auto. Pic of the stang for reference. Car would be strictly for pleasure.

 

[LaserBlueZ71]

My old boss has one of the new Camaro's, came from a 2013 Camaro. While I haven't driven it first hand, he says he absolutely loves the new one.

 

The Mustang has always been lacking IMO. Interior is way overdue for an update, they handle like crap as you said, and I have heard a lot of people complain about comfort, especially after more than an hour driving. If it was me, I would get a Camaro just to get back into a GM!

[RyanbabZ71]

I know quite a few people who have a new one. They all love it. Interior is a huge improvement. The only real complaint between the 5th and 6th gen is the new model is smaller. For me needing a backseat doesnt really work. It also isnt enough to make me want to trade my old one in. Personally I would rather have a 14-15 Z/28 as a track car. We will see what additional models come out in the coming years but next up for me will be a new truck most likely.

Oh and dont get a blue one. They are a dime a dozen here. Seems like everyone is getting that color. Havent seen many silver, it looks nice.

 

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[CAtaylor]

Thanks for the responses. I have been doing some reading over at Comarro6 and from what I am reading over there it seems to be what I am looking for. Comfort is a big thing for me as I do a good bit of long hauls due to work. An 8 hr ride in the mustang with not the best weather conditions is what made me sell it, it was very tiring and just did not feel safe. I have actually looked at the z28's, the local dealership has 2 still in stock, the comfort thing is what steered me away from those. I don't think I will be making a decision in the near future so I just wanted to get all of the feedback I can before making a decision. I will more than likely hold off till the new ZL1 gets out to give it a look also.

[RyanbabZ71]

My 5th gen is really comfortable on long rides. Been on a few 4-6 hour trips and never had comfort issues. For reference I am 6ft 3" 220lbs

[The Zip]

My son has a 2015 2SS coupe, nasty car. Read in a car mag about a year ago, the Camaro handled better on a road course but the mustang had better interior ergonomics. Also read in the Feb 2016 edition of Car and Driver the mustang compared with a 'Vette, the book cover says the Mustang may be Americas newest “sports car” (the horsepower in these things transcends the classic "muscle" moniker). Don’t know about the visibility in the mustang, but it has to be better with the rear side vent than the Camaro Coupe. That 2SS with upgraded intake and exhaust is one fun car, love it, first time I really got on the manual paddle shifters with a vehicle that reminded me of the 60's on the floor muscle. But unlike Ryan, at 5' 9" 225 and a former daily weight lifter, 2 hrs is probably as far as I could drive in that car.

 

[white1500]

Have you considered a low mileage E92 M3?

[MikeNH]

The new Camaro would destroy the M3.

[SnakeEyeSS]

The new Camaro would destroy the M3.

I would like to drive the two back to back. Its not always about numbers on paper. That's why the E30 M3's are bringing stupid money.

[CAtaylor]

For a well optioned M3 / M4 you would be in CTS V territory and I would much rather the Caddy. I would be wifeless though and the kids would more than likely starve so for 1/2 the price I will stick with the SS. Motor trend will be doing a head to head here before long and I would almost bet the SS edges out the win. There is a lot of talk about it on the BMW forums and they are already making up excuses.

[MikeNH]

I would like to drive the two back to back. Its not always about numbers on paper. That's why the E30 M3's are bringing stupid money.

 

 

 

The E30 brings tons of money because of internet hype.

[Spurshot]

I've watched friends, neighbors, and relatives go thru the various BMW line. I would not have hardship with the sticker, but the reliability and maintenance/parts seem out of whack as they get a bit older. If only owned for a few years, they seem fine. A BMW is a fine car, but a Camaro is a different type of car. A Camaro is more T-shirt, tennis shoes & blue jeans raw American muscle, not a snooty driving gloves, twills and loafers refined driving experience.

[RyanbabZ71]

Hells yes! Raw power

 

 

Ryan

[SnakeEyeSS]

 

 

 

The E30 brings tons of money because of internet hype.

Never driven an E30 M3, but had an e30 325is I built up and they were very pure cars. It's my favorite car I have owned. Simple to work on, extremely well engineered( you start taking any part of the car apart, and it makes so much sense you rarely need any guide for help, and it was the first car I really worked on), reliable, , tossable and very forgiving when driven past capability. BMWs today have gone a separate path.

[LaserBlueZ71]

My current boss has a newer BMW X5, and it is a total piece of shit. I have been working for this guy for 6 months. In that time, it has had a new transmission, passenger front brake caliper, passenger front window motor/regulator, battery, 2 sensors, and now a coolant leak that started last week.

 

I know the X5 is not a sports car, but it is a high performance SUV nonetheless. I really don't know where all the hype for BMW's comes from? They are a crappy vehicle, IMO.