A used car, which most often has five liters of gasoline under the hood, does not sound like a very rational choice. But the sixth generation of the Ford Mustang proves that even a technically interesting car can be a safe investment.
The sixth generation of the Ford Mustang, internally referred to as the S550, represents a fundamental technical and philosophical turning point in the history of the model. Until 2014, the previous generation S197 retained the character of a modern veteran, with a rigid rear axle, a raw expression and an interior that was more reminiscent of a working machine than a global standard.
The S550 generation, which we will now look at in detail, was already created with the knowledge that the Mustang is to be a car for all major world markets for the first time in history. This meant the need to approach European requirements for controllability, comfort and technological culture. If possible, without losing the car’s basic identity. Did it work?
A fundamental change in the sixth generation of Mustang was the multi-element rear axle, which was finally replaced by a rigid one. With this, the Mustang moved from the sprinter category to a full-fledged sports car, which is also able to function on technical roads or a circuit. Even according to practical experience, it was a step that was successful for Ford: the chassis of the sixth generation is not only significantly more readable and stable, but also shows very good mechanical resistance during normal and sports use.
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The rear multi-link suspension is generally even more durable than the fifth-generation Mustang’s previous solid axle. And on the front axle, only normal parts such as steering knuckles or lower arms wear out over time. However, these repairs are comparable in cost to regular European mid-range cars and do not represent a major financial risk.
