PONY UP!

The “Pony” is back on the range!  As you may remember or maybe not, the first pony car was born in the middle 60's by Ford.  That puts a lot of you in the “don't remember stage”.  To refresh your memory, the first Mustang was tagged “Pony Car”.  The old images were free, sleek, sporty and fast.

You can say the same thing about the new Mustang GT.  The GT model was always my favorite and this redesigned machine looks like it is moving fast just standing still.   This Pony comes with a 5.-liter V/8, which will deliver 435 horses out of one Mustang.

I really like the smooth six-speed manual as it is in my opinion a natural thing for the GT.  If you don't want to get exercise for your right arm and left leg, then go for the automatic system.  I really believe most people think about the “stick” and then opt for the automatic at the end.  It also is a great choice as Ford delivers a smooth six-speed that will get you from zero to sixty just as fast.  Just put it in “Drive” and go.

If you want to bring some more muscle to that Pony, then add on the GT Performance Pack.  It is a wonderful option that you will not regret.  It gives you the Brembo brakes, 19 inch rims, and a 3.73:1 Torsen limited slip differential and more.

Ford really improved its ride with an independent rear suspension, which will get you around corners in road racing style.  Its classic pony-car look will turn some heads.  Car and Driver magazine really likes this Mustang and rated it Number One in Muscle Cars.  They say it will get you to 60 in 4.5 seconds with its 435 HP engine and up to 164 mph.  I will not even get close to that level, but it is nice to say I can!

If you are not into the GT model, that’s OK since the Mustangs base model gives you a 300 HP 3.7-liter V/6.  They have the sync-infotainment system, key less entry, push button start and all the safety systems that Ford is famous for in all their cars plus much more.  You will hear and see it all at Waxahachie Ford.

So saddle up and head to Waxahachie Ford located at 2401 N. Interstate 35E in Waxahachie, Texas and experience the wind in your hair.  Yes, I prefer the Mustang convertibles...all of them from 1965 and on.  By the way, Happy 50th Birthday Mustang.  As they say, “You look better than ever.”

For more information on all of the great vehicles visit http://www.waxahachieford.com