Ford Mustang GT
American muscle with genuine driver appeal.
CarCheckr Score
Excellent
Mustang GT Fastback
Score Breakdown
Pros & Cons
What We Love
- Glorious V8 soundtrack
- Excellent value for V8 power
- Iconic styling
- Improved interior
Watch Out For
- Thirsty V8
- Rear-wheel drive only
- Infotainment dated
How to Buy This Car
Our recommendation on the best way to finance your purchase.
The Mustang GT is exceptional value for a V8 sports car. Buying cash keeps costs simple — Ford reliability is decent and the car is cheap to service compared to European rivals.
Advantages
- Outstanding value for V8 performance
- Cheap to service vs European rivals
- No interest costs
Watch Out For
- Depreciation faster than European sports cars
- Thirsty V8 adds running costs
This is our independent opinion based on the car's depreciation profile, reliability record, and typical finance rates. Always get personalised financial advice before committing.
Used Buying Guide
Buying a Used Ford Mustang GT
What to look for — and what to avoid — when buying this car on the used market.
What to look for
- S550 generation (2015–2023) V8 is proven and reliable — high-mileage examples are low-risk if serviced
- Excellent value for V8 performance — used examples undercut European rivals significantly
- Parts and servicing are cheap compared to German performance cars — a real-world running cost advantage
- S197 generation (2005–2014) is a future classic — well-maintained examples are appreciating
- Magneride suspension (optional on S550) transforms the ride quality — worth seeking out
Watch-outs
- Rear-wheel drive only — check for accident history, especially on early S550 examples before IRS was standard
- V8 fuel consumption is significant — budget honestly for running costs before buying
- Check for modifications: many Mustangs have been remapped, exhausted, or lowered — verify all changes
- Cooling can be marginal in UK traffic on hot days — check for any overheating history
- Right-hand drive conversion quality varies on older imports — verify the car was factory RHD
Our Verdict
The seventh-generation Mustang GT brings a proper 5.0-litre V8 to the UK at a price that shames European rivals. It is not the most refined car here, but the soundtrack and character are unmatched.
How This Score Was Built
Every CarCheckr score combines multiple independent data sources, weighted by category.
Manufacturer Specs
Official performance & safety data
Owner Reports
Real-world reliability data from owners
Expert Testing
Independent road test results
Residual Values
Three-year depreciation data
Running Costs
Insurance, fuel & servicing costs
Safety Ratings
Euro NCAP crash test results
Key Details
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Mustang GT
- Year
- 2024
- Variant
- Mustang GT Fastback
- Category
- Muscle Car
- Price from
- £54,000