2014 Ford Mustang GT Premium

This is Ford's iconic pony car, the one that's been chasing the Camaro and Challenger for decades. The Mustang's steering feels direct and the chassis is playful, though the ride can be firm on rough roads. Up front, the seats are comfortable and the dash is well laid out, but the back seat is really only for emergencies. The GT Premium adds leather seats, a Shaker audio system, and the Track Pack's extra gauges over the base GT, making it the sweet spot for daily driving with a muscle-car edge. Under the hood is the 5.0L V8 making 420 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive, which means the rear end steps out easily if you're not careful with the throttle. The optional Brembo brake package on this trim gives you bigger rotors and four-piston calipers up front, which you'll appreciate at a track day.