Motor Heads, I need help/advice.

[jeffrefrig]

I’m trying to choose between two Mustangs. Pre-owned, one is a 2024, but only 4 cylinders putting out 315 HP, dual turbo, around 10,000 miles, with all the goods. They call it “carbonized gray metallic” with black innards.
The other, a 2018 GT Premium rag top, 55,000 miles, “Ingot Silver Metallic” with blue interior. 460 HP.
Both cars are automatic 10 speed, and priced the same at just under $30,000. I’ve driven both cars when my friend had one of each. He traded the 4 cylinder for the GT. It’s baddass! The small engine one was faster than my SS Impala. I need an automatic because of my aged out knees. Most of you know what the GT can do, I’m sure. My down payment will be my ‘20 Malibu, which I know they won’t give me Jack for. I doubt if I give them a couple thousand more it won’t make much difference.
My common sense tells me to get the 2024, but my heart wants the GT.
The new ones are ridiculously high. Any recommendations?
Thanks in advance.
Jeff T.

 

[AlHunt]

You're kidding, right?

Get the GT before it gets away.

 

[Jon651]

As the saying goes: There is no replacement for displacement!

 

[kraynky]

GT without question. Twin turbos sounds like potentially double trouble down the road.

 

[jeffrefrig]

Exactly what I expected! Thank you guys. "No replacement for displacement!" I love that! Years ago I had a Harley Superglide. One of the most beautiful man made sounds on the planet. Straight drag pipes with no baffles, you can't make that sound up. Just like the dual exhaust on many pony cars. Now all I have to do is take that GT out for a little ride...and bring my checkbook! Of course I'll have them throw a set of rear tires in the trunk.
Again, I thank yinz guys!

 

[A10]

Post pics of the GT when it comes home! Ain't nothin' like a ragtop!

 

[LVSteve]

Somebody is getting "twin turbo" confused with the "twin-scroll" turbo actually fitted to the 2024.

To be candid, neither press my buttons. I have no love for convertibles, and the standard Ford interior in black these days is cheap and nasty looking, a trend I see creeping into many vehicles. Sure, it's fine in a fairly basic work truck or low end SUV, but don't try and sell me anything so equipped for more than $40k new, because I'll just laugh at you.

 

[robertrwalsh]

I confess to an issue with the rag top. I admit that is just me. Plus I probably couldn't afford to insure the GT. In CA it is an issue.