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Every generation
Power
Top speed (347 km/h)
Combined, EPA 2022
What owners say
Our take, from owner reports
Extremely positive sentiment, characterized by widespread admiration for its design, performance pedigree, and status as a rare, iconic supercar.
3 problems reported (3 isolated) · medium confidence
Problems owners report
- IsolatedCost of Upkeep
Anecdotal reports of high maintenance costs for low-volume parts, insurance, and fuel, though one counter-point suggests costs are manageable for the segment.
- IsolatedAllocation Process Criticism
For the modern generation, criticism of the manufacturer's selection process for buyers, described as a "popularity contest" favoring social media influencers.
- IsolatedPotential Infotainment/Alarm Issues
A single, unverified mention of a potential alarm issue.
The version owners recommend
Insufficient owner data available to distinguish between trim levels or model years within generations. The 2005-2006 and 2017+ models are both highly regarded, with the modern generation specifically praised for its design and technological advancement.
Competitors to consider
Owners compare it most often with the Ferrari F430, Lamborghini Gallardo, McLaren 675LT, McLaren 720S and McLaren 570S.
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Overall sentiment
Extremely positive sentiment, characterized by widespread admiration for its design, performance pedigree, and status as a rare, iconic supercar. The vehicle is consistently described as stunning, incredible, and a dream car. Discussions focus heavily on its visual appeal, racing heritage, and exclusivity. For the modern (2017+) generation, there is specific mention of its role in shattering stereotypes about American cars. Practical ownership experiences are rarely discussed in depth, with conversations leaning towards aspirational desire, rarity, and comparative performance against European exotics.
Positioning vs competitors
Positioned as a limited-production, pedigree-focused American supercar competing directly with top-tier European exotics. It is noted for having significant racing heritage, which some competitors lack. Compared to contemporary McLaren models (570S, 675LT, 720S), it is perceived as potentially less performance-for-dollar but is considered more exclusive and likely to hold value better long-term due to its limited production and historical significance. In historical comparisons (circa 2005), it was benchmarked against the Ferrari F430 and Lamborghini Gallardo. Some owner discussions suggest it is viewed as more engaging and desirable than modern Mustangs or Corvettes, occupying a distinct, higher-tier niche.
Recommended configurations
Insufficient owner data available. No specific configurations, options, or packages are discussed in the provided feedback.
General recommendations
Considered an aspirational, low-volume supercar for collectors and enthusiasts, not a daily driver. Potential buyers are advised to consider long-term value retention, as the car is noted to depreciate less than some contemporary competitors (e.g., McLarens) and may even appreciate. The cost of upkeep is a point of discussion, with one detailed anecdote citing approximately $18,000 over 33,000 miles, which was considered not unreasonable for a supercar, especially when offset by potential value appreciation. The modern generation's allocation process is noted as being selective, favoring social media influencers over traditional brand loyalists. Not recommended for those who plan to drive frequently if concerned about depreciation from added mileage.
Remarks
The provided community feedback is dominated by photographic posts and aspirational comments rather than detailed ownership experiences. Most substantive discussions about performance, value, or cost are comparative or based on external reviews (e.g., magazine tests, YouTube reviews). The data contains references to two distinct generations: the 2005-2006 model and the 2017+ model, but owner experiences are not sufficiently detailed to separate analysis cleanly. The car's cultural status as an icon and object of desire is the dominant theme, with practical ownership concerns being a secondary, less-discussed topic. Analysis based on approximately 90 substantive owner discussions and comments.
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearNo year grades F. Best year: 2004Source: NHTSA (US)Show table
Each year graded against the model's other years: Year Score.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 | 4 | air bags |
| 2005 | 4 | 4 | air bags |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 | engine and engine cooling |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices8 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2006 · air bags:frontalcampaign 21V081000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2005-2014 Mustang, 2004-2011 Ranger, 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, 2006 Ford GT, 2008-2012 Fusion, 2007-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX, and 2009-2010 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with a driver or passenger frontal air bag inflator used as a replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
2006 · air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator modulecampaign 17V024000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford is recalling certain 2009 Ford Ranger, Edge, Fusion and Mustang, Lincoln MKX, MKZ and Zephyr and Mercury Milan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Ford is recalling certain 2007-2008 Ford Ranger, Edge and Lincoln MKX, 2006-2008 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ, 2005-2008 Ford Mustang and 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
2006 · air bagscampaign 14V787000
Ford Motor Company, (Ford) is conducting a regional recall for certain model year 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa, as well as certain areas of Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia, are included. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
2006 · air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator modulecampaign 15V319000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2014 Mustang vehicles manufactured April 6, 2004, to June 21, 2014, and 2005-2006 GT vehicles manufactured February 20, 2004, to September 22, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
2005 · air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator modulecampaign 17V024000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford is recalling certain 2009 Ford Ranger, Edge, Fusion and Mustang, Lincoln MKX, MKZ and Zephyr and Mercury Milan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Ford is recalling certain 2007-2008 Ford Ranger, Edge and Lincoln MKX, 2006-2008 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ, 2005-2008 Ford Mustang and 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
2005 · air bagscampaign 14V787000
Ford Motor Company, (Ford) is conducting a regional recall for certain model year 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa, as well as certain areas of Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia, are included. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
2005 · air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator modulecampaign 15V319000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2014 Mustang vehicles manufactured April 6, 2004, to June 21, 2014, and 2005-2006 GT vehicles manufactured February 20, 2004, to September 22, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
2005 · suspension:front:control armcampaign 04V604000
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE UPPER AND LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY HAVE CASTING IMPERFECTIONS AT THE END OF EACH ARM THAT MAY RESULT IN THE ARM FRACTURING.
Specifications
3.5 V6
3.5L 6-cylinder · 656 hp · RWD · automatic
Built 2017–2022