EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2001 Ford Mustang GT

2001 Ford Mustang GT Convertible, Coupe, Yellow, 70848 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/muX8ye Compact pony car, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/23

This Mustang GT is an untypical Earthy Car. It’s a sports car. It’s a convertible. It’s all-American (made in America, and a symbol of American culture). It’s not as fuel efficient as the vehicles we usually have, but it’s bigger and much more powerful (its power comes from a 4.6 liter, V8 cylinder engine, with horsepower of 260hp @ 5,250RPM). You can hear it when you rev up the engine.

The Mustang has existed since 1964. It created the car category known as the ‘pony car’ – a sporty, compact 2-door car with a long hood and a short deck. The 2001 Mustang is a part of the 4th generation of Mustang’s.

Summer is here. The Mustang’s convertible top and sporty look make this is the perfect summer car.

--Isa R. Bufano, social media manager of Earthy Cars

FEATURES / SPECS:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Ford-Mustang-2001-GT__2dr_Convertible/specs/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2001&make=Ford&model=Mustang&trimid=92741#trimsel

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/ford/mustang-convertible/2001/gt-premium/features.html

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2001/ford/mustang/2dr-convertible-gt-premium/standard-equipment

VIRTUAL TOUR:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Ford-Mustang-2001-GT__2dr_Convertible/photos/?tab=exterior&style=Convertible

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2001/ford/mustang/2dr-convertible-gt-premium/photos

USER REVIEWS:
via MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=9645

EXPERT REVIEWS:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Ford-Mustang-2001-GT__2dr_Convertible/expert-review/

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2001/ford/mustang/expert-reviews/nctd

AOL Autos (At A Glance): http://autos.aol.com/cars-Ford-Mustang-2001-GT__2dr_Convertible/at-a-glance/

RELIABILITY RATINGS:
The Ford Mustang GT is above average in every category. In some categories, it rates the maximum score.

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2001/ford/mustang/jd-power-ratings

AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Ford-Mustang-2001-GT__2dr_Convertible/reliability/
OVERVIEW:
AOL Autos:

“The Ford Mustang has remained true to the traits that made an instant classic of the 1964-1/2 original, even as it is entering the third year of its fifth generation.It's still relatively big for a sporty car, with plenty of available options, and small-block V8 power.

With the latter, there's plenty of torque.The engine sounds great at full song, urging you to keep your foot in it, yet it burbles along when cruising, attracting lots of attention from those around you.Excellent handling response keeps you involved.

But no matter the model, the Mustang boasts distinctive styling.It won't be mistaken for anything else.It makes a statement.The Mustang has only two true competitors, the Chevrolet Camaro and the Pontiac Firebird.There are imported coupes that compete with the Mustang on price, but they don't offer the same V8 pony car experience.”

MSN Autos:

“The original Mustang, which debuted in 1964, was not only one of the most successful new car introductions in automotive history, but it also created a market segment known as the "pony car," noteworthy for compact dimensions, a long-hood/short-deck profile and spirited performance. As the years have passed, most of the Mustang's competitors have disappeared or evolved to compete in other market segments. The Mustang itself has undergone many changes in design and market focus over the years—today's version marks a return to the car's performance and styling roots.”