Good performance, both engine and suspension. It brakes very well also. Very little squeaks and rattles, so i would say it has good build quality. Looks great. Doesn't cost much. It is really fun to drive. I love this car.

Performance - When I first bought it, it was a little lacking in power. After port polishing, uper intake manifold work, new throttlebody, cold air kit, aluminum flywheel, spec stage 2 clutch, aluminum driveshaft, limited slip diff, cat delete and glasspacks... it beat a 2006 mustang Gt. Last 0-60 run was 5.5 sec.. handles ok on the track, a little too much body roll for my liking but nothing that new springs and shocks couldn't fix. Build Quality - Interior is very nice, but loud. No major repairs needed (only 47k miles). Brakes squeak sometimes. Appearance - It has the rare Strawberry red wich really makes it stand out. Interior is very basic.. it is meant to be driven. Cost of Ownership - Gas mileage is excelent , 30 city, 35-40 highway.. on unleaded. Only major maintnenance I had to deal with was a new clutch because it started to rip the old one apart after I added too much power. Fun Factor - This car is excellent to drive.. loud, fast, and cheap. Perfect car for an 18 year old on a budget.

I bought a black 2002 V6 Mustang. I had bought a new 2008 Dodge Avenger since I had good luck with a 89 Dodge Daytona for 16 years. The first new car I ever bought and it was worst. AFTER OVER $3,000 dollars in repairs and two fires that was it. I said I'm going backwards, No more new cars. My Mustang is much more better built inside and out. If people don't like the interior they outta look at a 2008 Dodge Avenger. Lol The Mustang seems to be easy to change things out. The oil pan is the only thing I see as a pain. I hadn't had to change it. The motor has to be lifted to change the gasket. Besides that I love the car. Remember, You are buying an older car. That doesn't mean that's bad. Find out what was already done if you can. The rear engine seals do leak and people do have trouble with the sending unit. Mine was replaced and I calibrated the gauge myself and now it's better keeping track of gas. As for going up hills, I have no idea why some people said on here no power uphill. That's one thing I appreciate, Because my 2008 Avenger was terrible going uphill. This flies uphill. One more thing, People reading these reviews are not reading about the car being new. These cars have probably been through two or three owners. Remember some people that bought the car used and it's already 10 or more years old do not know if it's been abused,etc. So they give bad ratings. I was fortunate to buy from a second owner and it had been garaged in the winter and had all receipts for work done. ALWAYS check Carfax. I think you can run the VIN number through a Ford dealership and see what has been done IF they even used a dealership. UPDATE: 1 year later : I still love the car. No problems.

My car is absolutely the coolest. Its very quick and has a lot of power. When i can actually keep it washed and waxed it is the prettiest car in the world. The ony down side to this car is....well its not yours!! ha ha ha ha ha! :) I love my car!

Performance is great i give the acceleration an 8 and the braking from 60 to 0 is ok for a sports car.. No squeaks or rattles.. Great appearance.. Gets good gas mileage.. Fun to drive.. This car handles well and gets up to speed very quick.. This car hasnt had any needs for repairs..