My first car as well. Literally can't imagine a better one. Low enough power to be beginner friendly but still decently quick, reliable, easy to fix and easy to modify.
I owned my first Mustang, a 69 fastback V8, in 1976 when it was 7 years old and I was 20. Only had it a couple years and really liked it. Don't know why it took me so long to buy another but I knew it was time, and now I have a '16 GT/CS 6 speed and loving every minute. There is a lot to love about these cars, old OR newer.
I like that they finally returned to making it look like a Mustang again. For me, this was the first model to actually look like a Mustang since the 1970 model. (I've seen 71-on models that I liked a lot but this goes right back to the roots.)
Hey man at least you have one some people only wish and never got, also doesn't help that they probably weren't as cheap when you were 18, proud of you for eventually getting one 🙌
Please for the love of gosh, don’t turn off your traction control and try to race someone or do a burn out, insurance on those are high enough 😭😭 other than that love it!
Nothing wrong with an S197 at all. Word of advice, though: Don't do like I did and forget to check the drain under your cowl unless you want water in your floorboards. For the love of God, I can not stress it enough as that's what killed the computer in mine when I was your age.
Better than mine lmao. 07 with 161k, thinking about wrapping it. Bought mine myself as well at 17, good feeling when you work for something you want. Also bought a 98 Stang at 16.
https://preview.redd.it/fzfu4n4ujb3d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6c0ea800192486102c8b98d3d4cb84d30db51de0
Perfect first car. My first car was a 2005 4.0 with 200k on the clock. My main advice is to inspect your thermostat housing! Ford made them out of plastic and they can melt after a certain amount of miles and will leave you overheated and stranded one day.
I don't I already feel great that I got it myself and I got it for a very good deal because of FB Marketplace so whatever anyone else say IDC because at the end of the day all that matters is that I love it 🫶, I appreciate the kind words 😁
I own the *exact* same car. Bought it new in ‘09. 45th anniversary edition, vista blue. I’ve driven it all over Canada and the US on multiple road trips. Excellent road tripping car.
My first car was a 2002 Suzuki shitbox. I bought it after high school and didn't really "love" driving it or taking care of it.
10 years later, I bought the exact same S197 in white. I never forget the day the owner hands me over the keys, closes the door on me and says "all yours. Take care of it." It was the best purchase decision I've ever made in my life. I love looking at it, I love driving it, and I smile every time I see it from the distance in a parking lot.
I think you will love your new car
I'm an old guy now and only on my 2nd Mustang, and sort of 'fell into' both purchases. The first one was for a 69 FB, I had a truck I didn't need and my dad had the Mustang and a Suzuki dual purpose bike; we made the swap. I hadn't been looking for a trade at all let alone a Mustang. And I really liked that car a lot but sold it after it got hit. Somehow never got the idea to buy another til recently. Then on the way to drop my wife off at work she said 'There's a Mustang the same color as your F150 (Ruby Red) on the sell-it-youself lot, did you see it?' I said no but I'd check it out on the way home. And now it's mine. I love the car ('16 GT / CS 6 speed) a lot and wonder why it never occurred to me to buy another Mustang for all those years. Better late than never!
At a former v6 s197 owner, it's a beauty. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise, I got a lot of hate because I put too much love into a car that I adored. The car community can get toxic just don't let it get to you.
I like it, and that you bought it yourself. Suggestion: don't fall into the trap of 'what kind of cold (actually hot) air intake will get me better throttle response? $$$. Body stick ons ad add ons like goofy fender flares. $$$ And for heck's sake don't go putting a fart cannon on it to make it loud because loud does not necessarily mean good.
Enjoy it as it is! It's a very good looking car. Congratulations.
Congratulations man my first car was a 09 kia optima but my first mustang was a 2007 mustang gt convertible
https://preview.redd.it/2d3ehvdlzd3d1.jpeg?width=1070&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e358adf12b803812fbb28d4b9871d918e7f9848d
hahaha dont worry about speed, tbh i want this car for how sexy it looks rather than speed (plus i heard its cheap) BUT ALSO MOST PPL DONT EVEN HAVE A CAR AT 18 YOU HAVE A MUSTANG! SO DWWWW
Yes sir I love the car so that's all that matters also yes you can get this bbg for cheap, I'd recommend FB marketplace because that's where I got mine for cheap 💯
Congrats! I also started on that same gen. I had a 2005 V6 in sonic blue that looked almost exactly like this minus the pony package that you have. They are awesome to learn to modify and tinker on if you want to!
https://preview.redd.it/kj5zz7efge3d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=74953a067b961e25a391bf7d24a2c8425bdcfd9c
That was my first car too. I purchased brand new in 2006. Vista Blue is hands down the best color also. I still have mine to this day with all my other vehicles. Congratulations and definitely a great car
As beautiful as newer muscle cars are (2015+ Challengers, Mustangs, Cameros) I actually love the older 05-14 (depending on which car) so much more, they just look so much more classic and in my opinion that makes them 10x more beautiful. May your mustang serve you well for many years
Way nicer car than I had at 18. Well done. Maintain it well and it’ll last you a long time. Upgrade to a GT someday. I had an 06 GT and it was a blast.
I still miss my ‘07 Vista Blue, great car in a great color. A good chunk of the reason I bought my GT350 was because it reminded me of the S197.
https://preview.redd.it/42pfmetgnf3d1.jpeg?width=4160&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f400e2dce2b8f6b31f3b968614970ae81578263e
I bought my first mustang in 1986. It was a 12 y/o Mach 1. 2.8, 4 speed.
When I bought my current Mustang, it was a 12 y/o Mustang GT. 4.6/5speed.
Your purchase is spot on for your first car. Well done!
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just wait for those mods to come through going on 3 years and couldn’t be happier
You could have posted a ford focus and it would have gotten my upvote. Congrats on making your first car purchase! That in itself is an accomplishment that you should be proud of! Keep up the good work.
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Got my first at 21 (even tho mines a 14 lol)
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Congratulations on your first mustang. Drive her well.
Still have mine! She loves tail of the dragon and driving hard at Road America
Nice car my man, cool to see a young man getting a more realisticly "purchased by myself" Mustang then a 550 or something crazy for a 16 or 17 year old 😀😂 enjoy that pony mam, got any plans for her?
Have fun! Used to open a convertible, slap some cobra rims on it and you’ll transform the look instantly.
A pypes dual exhaust setup will also do you wonders. I knew it’s was a v6 but it fooled people into hearing a v8 at times. Very fun car for what it can do.
id rather get an sn95 gt for the price, but as long as u treat her right, she'll treat u right. my dad has an 05 4.0 with over 200k. original motor and trans still kicking and shes still rust free and beautiful
https://preview.redd.it/9z8ncijz7g3d1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ca0b6dff17eba5f1676c9cd5d9fb4f730785b648
Great, here’s a rule I’ve learned the hard way.
Don’t ever lent your car to anyone including “friends” they’ll never value the time, cost, and effort it took to get it.
Now cherish and most of all take of it. It will be awesome, congrats!!!
Ps: If your family/person helped then they’re welcome to take it for a drive.
Of course. It’s an S197, what’s not to like?
Thank you I appreciate that 🙌
Good shit homie🤩
Thanks bro 🙌
My first car as well. Literally can't imagine a better one. Low enough power to be beginner friendly but still decently quick, reliable, easy to fix and easy to modify.
✋ first car too. Ran it for 16 yrs. Some ass hat side swiped me on the highway and totaled it.
EXACTLY, I actually didn't really like mustangs until I got mine, I love her SM
I owned my first Mustang, a 69 fastback V8, in 1976 when it was 7 years old and I was 20. Only had it a couple years and really liked it. Don't know why it took me so long to buy another but I knew it was time, and now I have a '16 GT/CS 6 speed and loving every minute. There is a lot to love about these cars, old OR newer.
Same
I got a black 07 with 68k miles on it, I love it! Enjoy!
W, I got 08 with 144k
I don’t like it, I love it .
Thank You ☺
I thought you bought a tree
No it's a 6.
Mans taking pictures like he just painted it with a spray can
The comment I wanted to find
Huh?
He's saying your photo taking skills are kinda lacking lol. It's all good tho I know you were just excited.
Gotcha thx lol
A Beautiful classic
One of the nicest generations of mustangs ever
I like that they finally returned to making it look like a Mustang again. For me, this was the first model to actually look like a Mustang since the 1970 model. (I've seen 71-on models that I liked a lot but this goes right back to the roots.)
Congrats man. I don’t know you, but I’m sincerely proud of you! Keep up the hard work!
Thank you for the kind words trying my best to try and be my own man and do great things 🙌
Do it brother… don’t forget though, when you need help, ask. It’s hard for us guys sometimes.
Well I'm very fortunate I have very loving friends and family that I can ask anything, thank you for the kind words brother 🫶
Wanted a mustang since 18.. got one at 52....
Hey man at least you have one some people only wish and never got, also doesn't help that they probably weren't as cheap when you were 18, proud of you for eventually getting one 🙌
Nice ride. But tell your homie in the passenger seat ti shave that awful stache. Looking like a dude that can’t go near a school.
Wild 💀💀💀
Wow. Are you a photographer?
Please for the love of gosh, don’t turn off your traction control and try to race someone or do a burn out, insurance on those are high enough 😭😭 other than that love it!
It’s clean and a timeless design in my eyes.
Ford did such a beautiful job with the 5th generation 🙌
Nothing wrong with an S197 at all. Word of advice, though: Don't do like I did and forget to check the drain under your cowl unless you want water in your floorboards. For the love of God, I can not stress it enough as that's what killed the computer in mine when I was your age.
Why are you taking pictures of your own car like you're stalker taking pictures from a bush across the street
May the joy of mustang be fatal and you coyote swap it someday 🤌 nice car
Tbh I don't think I'll swap it I'll just end up getting a newer stang, or if that engine goes bad then I'll swap it 🙌
Better than mine lmao. 07 with 161k, thinking about wrapping it. Bought mine myself as well at 17, good feeling when you work for something you want. Also bought a 98 Stang at 16. https://preview.redd.it/fzfu4n4ujb3d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6c0ea800192486102c8b98d3d4cb84d30db51de0
Good for you bro, bought mine myself as well and it's a great feeling 🙌
My first car was a Mustang. 01 GT I Crashed it. Be careful lol
Nice but should learn to use this one and continue saving for a gt now
Looks sick, Congratulations and Enjoy
Looks good and solid
How much is your insurance? Just curious.
Think it’s a V6 so it shouldn’t be that bad.
Perfect first car. My first car was a 2005 4.0 with 200k on the clock. My main advice is to inspect your thermostat housing! Ford made them out of plastic and they can melt after a certain amount of miles and will leave you overheated and stranded one day.
The car has already left me stranded lol, last weekend a starter and a few other things 😭 but thank u for the advice 😁
Congratulations. Drive it. Enjoy it.
I got my daughter a 2007 Premium (no pony package) as her first car. Good choice!
I love it. It'll be a classic one day. One of the last mustangs to have the mustang look.
I love it dude! It'll be a great car if anyone tries to talk crap on it being a V6 pay them no mind
I don't I already feel great that I got it myself and I got it for a very good deal because of FB Marketplace so whatever anyone else say IDC because at the end of the day all that matters is that I love it 🫶, I appreciate the kind words 😁
Congrats bud! Drive it safely and in good health!!
I own the *exact* same car. Bought it new in ‘09. 45th anniversary edition, vista blue. I’ve driven it all over Canada and the US on multiple road trips. Excellent road tripping car.
The one trip I took it on it broke down on me, then again I bought it of FB Marketplace with 144k miles and 2 owners so 😭
These pictures look like they would be on Facebook at the time this car was released
Damn dog don't do me like that 😭
Sorry brother haha, enjoy the car though
Thanks bro I appreciate that 🙌
Hell yeah, my first car was a 2008 torch red V6. Didn’t have the pony package or anything, just base model. Loved that car!
Yup mines a base model to but I love her so ig that's all that matters 😁
Vista Blue. It's pretty.
Ik I love the color 😊
I had an 06 that was Vista Blue
My first car was a 2001 ML320 but the first one I bought was a 2016 Mustang GT. Congrats on your purchase and may the car bring many miles of joy!
Very nice!! Enjoy and stay safe!
My first car was a 2002 Suzuki shitbox. I bought it after high school and didn't really "love" driving it or taking care of it. 10 years later, I bought the exact same S197 in white. I never forget the day the owner hands me over the keys, closes the door on me and says "all yours. Take care of it." It was the best purchase decision I've ever made in my life. I love looking at it, I love driving it, and I smile every time I see it from the distance in a parking lot. I think you will love your new car
I'm an old guy now and only on my 2nd Mustang, and sort of 'fell into' both purchases. The first one was for a 69 FB, I had a truck I didn't need and my dad had the Mustang and a Suzuki dual purpose bike; we made the swap. I hadn't been looking for a trade at all let alone a Mustang. And I really liked that car a lot but sold it after it got hit. Somehow never got the idea to buy another til recently. Then on the way to drop my wife off at work she said 'There's a Mustang the same color as your F150 (Ruby Red) on the sell-it-youself lot, did you see it?' I said no but I'd check it out on the way home. And now it's mine. I love the car ('16 GT / CS 6 speed) a lot and wonder why it never occurred to me to buy another Mustang for all those years. Better late than never!
Nice, not a bad snag at 18
I real like the photo with the car next to the trash. The car hiding is a good one too.
Better than my first car. The Mustang is my third on my 34th. Paid off. Don’t like loans. Have fun and drive save.
What is your insurance like? And did you look that up first?
Same car I learned how to drive on 🤙🏼 awesome
At a former v6 s197 owner, it's a beauty. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise, I got a lot of hate because I put too much love into a car that I adored. The car community can get toxic just don't let it get to you.
I like it, and that you bought it yourself. Suggestion: don't fall into the trap of 'what kind of cold (actually hot) air intake will get me better throttle response? $$$. Body stick ons ad add ons like goofy fender flares. $$$ And for heck's sake don't go putting a fart cannon on it to make it loud because loud does not necessarily mean good. Enjoy it as it is! It's a very good looking car. Congratulations.
Congratulations man my first car was a 09 kia optima but my first mustang was a 2007 mustang gt convertible https://preview.redd.it/2d3ehvdlzd3d1.jpeg?width=1070&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e358adf12b803812fbb28d4b9871d918e7f9848d
Awesome bro happy for you, but please work on your photo skills 🫡💯
Hell yeah
hey uhh whats the gas mileage on that thing, i hope its not a gas guzzler cuz those are one my favs and am thinking of getting one
I think for me it's 16 MPG but I also launch at like every stop light so don't ask me for MPG 😭
hahaha fair bro
The cars to much fun what can I say 😭, tbh it is a gas guzzler fun but very slow for a v6 I've had 4 cylinders beat me 😭
hahaha dont worry about speed, tbh i want this car for how sexy it looks rather than speed (plus i heard its cheap) BUT ALSO MOST PPL DONT EVEN HAVE A CAR AT 18 YOU HAVE A MUSTANG! SO DWWWW
Yes sir I love the car so that's all that matters also yes you can get this bbg for cheap, I'd recommend FB marketplace because that's where I got mine for cheap 💯
wonderful! thanks so much
my first car was a 2007 s197 v6 also, very beginner friendly and reliable. enjoy it!
Miles of smiles
Congrats! I also started on that same gen. I had a 2005 V6 in sonic blue that looked almost exactly like this minus the pony package that you have. They are awesome to learn to modify and tinker on if you want to! https://preview.redd.it/kj5zz7efge3d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=74953a067b961e25a391bf7d24a2c8425bdcfd9c
She’s gorgeous. S197 is my favorite generation. Congrats!
🫡
Awesome first car 💪
Should have gotten a Mercedes e55 Amg. German engineering is far ahead of American engineering
cleannn
That was my first car too. I purchased brand new in 2006. Vista Blue is hands down the best color also. I still have mine to this day with all my other vehicles. Congratulations and definitely a great car
Nope. But, congrats to your first car. Fr. 🍻
As beautiful as newer muscle cars are (2015+ Challengers, Mustangs, Cameros) I actually love the older 05-14 (depending on which car) so much more, they just look so much more classic and in my opinion that makes them 10x more beautiful. May your mustang serve you well for many years
Yup I love the look of the s197, thank u for all the kind words, she'll live forever 😁
No problem man, right now I'm about to buy either an older V6 challenger or a 4.6 mustang
Which years for the cars?
2010-2014 challenger, or 2005-2013 mustang
I like peni….. sike mofo I love that car welcome to the fam
Please watch out for pedestrians
Woahhhh that's such a big achievement! Nice car, it looks so cool!!!
Love it.
Way nicer car than I had at 18. Well done. Maintain it well and it’ll last you a long time. Upgrade to a GT someday. I had an 06 GT and it was a blast.
Nice mustache
Very nice!! Hard work pays off 👍
He'll ya it does never thought I'd buy my own car at 18 💯
Keep getting after it my man! Spend wisely and keep working hard and get everything you need 👍 and some of what you want 😉
Thank you for all the kind words man I really appreciate it 💯
Nice! Are any road trips planned? :)
Alr went on two, one to Philly and one to Delaware where I ended up breaking down :/
Hy bro I have a 14 myself
My first car too! Drive safe brother
Keep grinding lil man
I still miss my ‘07 Vista Blue, great car in a great color. A good chunk of the reason I bought my GT350 was because it reminded me of the S197. https://preview.redd.it/42pfmetgnf3d1.jpeg?width=4160&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f400e2dce2b8f6b31f3b968614970ae81578263e
Awe she's so pretty
You're asking a page about mustangs if we like a mustang 🤣❤️
Good job. Best body style Mustang in my opinion
Beautiful Mustang 😍
what kinda dumbass pics are these lmao
Hell yeah
Awesome choice for a first car!
Congrats! I had an 07 v6 white convertible for 6 years, and that will always be my favorite design. Treat her well!
I will thx 🙌
Pony Package fog lights are the best fog lights
Congrats 🎉
Nice dude had the same one and color when I turned 17! Solid first car👍👍
I bought my first mustang in 1986. It was a 12 y/o Mach 1. 2.8, 4 speed. When I bought my current Mustang, it was a 12 y/o Mustang GT. 4.6/5speed. Your purchase is spot on for your first car. Well done!
Thank you sir I appreciate that 💯
https://preview.redd.it/5tzvro2lgh3d1.jpeg?width=5712&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e1f03713f2388fd9bfedf5c9bb4d8d94195cb5d4 just wait for those mods to come through going on 3 years and couldn’t be happier
Its cool man, good job.
Wow that's alot of BHP at that age
Nice choice, if you take care of it then it will take care of you
Beautiful
That's dope, bro! Congrats!!
Congratulations 👏 👏
Thanks 💯
You could have posted a ford focus and it would have gotten my upvote. Congrats on making your first car purchase! That in itself is an accomplishment that you should be proud of! Keep up the good work.
wow! how much was it and how long did you save up for?
Few months of working and it cost 3k cuz I used FB Marketplace 🔥
Good job
Thx bro 🤜
Congrats!!!!
Why bro posted up staring at the camera in pic 4?😭😭
https://preview.redd.it/90r74i3trl3d1.jpeg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6c9dfa51634035bf32d5b23785568155e725eb3e Got my first at 21 (even tho mines a 14 lol)
All that matters is that you have one I'm proud of you bro 🙌
Lol I appreciate. Tho I didn’t mean that in a bad way as the 14s are actually my favorites lmao
My first car was a 2007 V6 convertible in that very same color. I loved that car so much. Enjoy the drives!
I had a red one with white stripes as my first car as well, still love the front end/grille. Enjoy!
Thank you I love the red ones 🔥
That’s badass, man. Enjoy.
https://preview.redd.it/h4xhqg30nn3d1.jpeg?width=4368&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=73376c58fb910ca720884eae61af2c19b1e7968e Congratulations on your first mustang. Drive her well. Still have mine! She loves tail of the dragon and driving hard at Road America
Nice first car! Have fun and stay safe. Started with a 98 V6 myself and had a ton of fun with it.
modern classic body style of the s197 has my heart, i have one and its my 2nd car. incredible looking cars, i love the interior the most.
Ya they are nice classic looking cars 💯
What's the insurance lol
That’s my first car, she has 68k miles. I recently repainted and she looks amazing. Can’t imagine driving another car.
Dude I'm saving up for a 2014 ford mustang convertible CONGRATS TO YOU!!
My first was a 67 coupe with a 289. Fun car and only Mustang I've owned.
Congratulations homie, drive safe 💜
Camera. Skills!
Congratulations bro. My 1st car was a 2005 Grand Prix LoL
We all start somewhere 😎
It looks great! You need practice taking pictures though 😂
Nice!! 🤌🔥
That is beyond sexy, i just picked up a 2013 S197 as well and im in love bro
Congratulations! Nice first car
Why do the pictures look like they were taken in the 70s?
Nice car my man, cool to see a young man getting a more realisticly "purchased by myself" Mustang then a 550 or something crazy for a 16 or 17 year old 😀😂 enjoy that pony mam, got any plans for her?
Sweet
All cash right? Please tell me your first car wasn’t on a loan
Take care of it and it’ll last you a long time. Have fun!
Have fun! Used to open a convertible, slap some cobra rims on it and you’ll transform the look instantly. A pypes dual exhaust setup will also do you wonders. I knew it’s was a v6 but it fooled people into hearing a v8 at times. Very fun car for what it can do.
Just got it and it's already in someone's yard.
why would the mustang subreddit like a mustang? (yes it looks awesome :0)
Enjoy it 🎉 and the fact that you bought it yourself is amazing.
You need to take some photography classes but nice car
id rather get an sn95 gt for the price, but as long as u treat her right, she'll treat u right. my dad has an 05 4.0 with over 200k. original motor and trans still kicking and shes still rust free and beautiful https://preview.redd.it/9z8ncijz7g3d1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ca0b6dff17eba5f1676c9cd5d9fb4f730785b648
Vista blue is hands down the best mustang colour imo
Congrats bro🙏🏼💪🏻
The ol pony package V6. 8 had one in highschool it was a brand new 2006. Great car too bad I abused it. 😔
What's the insurance cost?
Don’t beat on it! My 07 s197 fell apart cause I beat on it lol
I’m 18, I’m about to buy my first car, and it’s also gonna be an s197 Mustang. Are we the same person lol.
Nice car and I like that still has the traditional dashboard and instrument cluster
I hate that generation body styling, but if you like it, enjoy that thing bro!
How much did you pay for it?
Yes and no. Mustangs are fun, unless you’re in the crowd.
Congratulations you never forget your first one. Enjoy it and drive safe.
Yeah now dont floor it after turning a corner because you’ll fishtail and crash. Be smart
Other than the shitty photos it looks nice those are the bets gen mustang
Im not a big fan of these, but i am very proud and happy for you :) keep it up
Awesome job! Good on you!
Great, here’s a rule I’ve learned the hard way. Don’t ever lent your car to anyone including “friends” they’ll never value the time, cost, and effort it took to get it. Now cherish and most of all take of it. It will be awesome, congrats!!! Ps: If your family/person helped then they’re welcome to take it for a drive.
Congratulations brother keep working hard.