2006 Ford Mustang
By Matthew C. Keegan, Tue Dec 6th

When Ford decided to redesign the Mustang, they opted toincorporate a retro look, much like what was done previouslywith the Thunderbird. Fortunately, Ford didn't look at theghastly Mustang II series from the 1970s for a template, insteadthe US automaker drew upon the second generation Mustangs of thelate 1960s for their inspiration. Let's just say that theredesigned Mustang has been nothing short of a sell out hit.

Introduced as a 2005 model, the retro Mustang for 2006 offersonly one change: the introduction of a Pony package which ismeant to give the car a GT look and feel. Borrowing from thefastback design of the late 1960s, the 2005 model was such a hitthat Ford could not keep up with production.

Buyers have a choice between a 4.0L V6 and a 4.6L V8 engine topower the car. With 2+2 seating, 107 inch wheelbase, and a curbweight of just under 3500 pounds, the car cruises down thehighway with 210 and 300 horses respectively.

Each engine is mated with a 5 speed manual transmission and a 5speed automatic transmission is optional for both. 4 wheel discbrakes and optional traction control [standard with the V8] helpkeep