Mustang Tops Best Selling Sports Cars of 2024 (Road & Track)

[Rocket Man]

Basically any major asset bought before 2020, which is when the government started printing TRILLIONS of dollars out of thin air for unnecessary COVID relief and quantitative easing, was bought at a great deal before inflation spiraled out of control.

Agree 100% with all you said.
I just want to buy one last car so I can mod one (the Mustang) to play at the drag strip and on the street, and keep the other one stock.

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[Ewheels]

I'm surprised the 86/BRZ & Miata don't sell better. I figured high school/college kids would be all over those. Perhaps that demographic just can't afford any brand new car these days, let alone a sports car with limited practicality.

Also surprised by the Supra numbers especially with the manual version out now. I suppose for not a lot more money, you could get a base model C8.

 

[RLE55]

unnecessary COVID relief and quantitative easing,

Yea, the same was said about the measles vaccinations back in 1963. State-based school immunization laws evolved in the 1970s. In 1969, only 17 states had school laws that included measles; by 1980, all 50 states had them.

 

[Rocket Man]

and the point is?

 

[MustangMitch69]

Yea, the same was said about the measles vaccinations back in 1963. State-based school immunization laws evolved in the 1970s. In 1969, only 17 states had school laws that included measles; by 1980, all 50 states had them.

Comparing COVID to measles is an apples-to-oranges comparison.

The scale of spending for COVID-19 was unprecedented, with trillions of dollars allocated not just for direct health responses but also for economic stimulus, unemployment benefits, direct payments to individuals, support for businesses, and extensive research. The spending on measles vaccinations was largely confined to public health initiatives, focusing on vaccine development, distribution, and education. The cost was significantly lower compared to the broad economic measures implemented during the COVID. School mandates were primarily about public health, not "economic recovery."

The economic fallout from COVID panic led to widespread business closures, unemployment spikes, and disruptions in global supply chains. The economic impact of measles did not necessitate the same level of economic intervention. The primary focus was on reducing the disease's prevalence to decrease healthcare costs and improve public health outcomes over time.

The COVID response was highly politicized, with debates over the necessity, efficiency, and effectiveness of various measures, which included discussions on whether the money was well spent or if there was significant waste or fraud. While there were debates about measles, the push for measles vaccination was generally supported by a strong scientific consensus over time, with less immediate economic debate.

There have been numerous criticisms regarding COVID response transparency, oversight, and the potential for misuse of funds in such a large-scale operation. Funding for measles vaccinations was more transparent, with clear outcomes (reduction in cases, control of outbreaks) that could be directly measured against the expenditure.

The nature, necessity, and outcomes of the spending for COVID were vastly different from those for measles vaccinations, reflecting different crises with different societal and economic implications.

 

[Rocket Man]

excellent response

 

[akawease]

Mopar prices went sky high...can't believe they are asking over $60k for a Scat Pack!

The dealership near me was asking around $45k for a new 2023 Scat Pack, but I ended up paying a lot more for my 2024 GT Premium. I love the Challenger though. I drove them both and I was so impressed with the muscle power of both, but I was turned off by the lack of "luxury" in the Challenger. I have no regrets buying the Mustang.

 

[RLE55]

and the point is?

Apologies, this is not the place or time, please disregard my comment...........

 

[Rocket Man]

no problem

 

[RebelMan]

I guess Ford was right when they say that the Mustang is “priced right”.

 

[RebelMan]

So if sales were down, I will always consider myself as owning a collector's car. At least that is what I will tell myself everytime I get in the car and drive down the road and listen to the motor and exhaust then feel the power!

I call it EXCLUSIVITY.

 

[tagorgia]

A base Dark Horse starts at $65,975. A 2025 Corvette starts at $69,995. You won't find any discounts on a Dark Horse, but you can walk into any Chevy dealer and buy a base Vette for $65k right now. I know they are different cars, I've owned both, but I'll take the Vette over the Mustang any day.

The prices on the Mustang have gotten out of control. I had a new 22 Mach 1 that I bought from Granger 2% under invoice. $54,551. Sold it 2 years later for $57k.

 

[Rocket Man]

You won't find any discounts on a Dark Horse, but you can walk into any Chevy dealer and buy a base Vette for $65k right

Really? Don't know about where you live, but on the East Coast I'm seeing 2-4K off Dark Horse at most dealers.

 

[tagorgia]

Really? Don't know about where you live, but on the East Coast I'm seeing 2-4K off Dark Horse at most dealers.

I'm in the Phoenix area. The best price I got was MSRP plus a lot of added BS. I get A/Z plan, but no plan discounts on Dark Horse. https://www.ford.com/inventory/must...m-cta-si-mustang&radius=100&sort=distance-asc

 

[Zig]

A base Dark Horse starts at $65,975. A 2025 Corvette starts at $69,995. You won't find any discounts on a Dark Horse, but you can walk into any Chevy dealer and buy a base Vette for $65k right now. I know they are different cars, I've owned both, but I'll take the Vette over the Mustang any day.

The prices on the Mustang have gotten out of control. I had a new 22 Mach 1 that I bought from Granger 2% under invoice. $54,551. Sold it 2 years later for $57k.

Did you make a profit when you sold the vette?

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