1995 Ford Mustang GT

The 1995 Mustang is Ford's pony car, offered as a coupe or convertible, and it's the one that kept the muscle-car spirit alive through the mid-'90s. It's a rear-drive car that feels eager and lively, with a heavy steering wheel and a ride that tells you exactly what the road is doing. The cabin is snug, especially for back-seat passengers, but the trunk is surprisingly useful for a car this size. Owners love how easy this Mustang is to work on, with a roomy engine bay that makes routine maintenance a weekend project instead of a shop bill. Stepping up from the base Mustang to the GT swaps the four-cylinder or V6 for the 5.0L V8, along with a stiffer suspension and bigger brakes. The GT's standard 16-inch wheels and dual exhaust give it a purposeful look that matches how it drives.