Originally Posted by fastforward

For a $7-8K SC300. It'd probably need some stuff to make it right. I'm sure a power window motor, starter, tail light housing, brake caliber, etc would cost more than most non-premium brand cars. I dunno maybe I'm wrong. But I'd bet its cheaper to own and maintain a Mustang GT than a SC300. Unless you count the bald rear tires that you'll have with the Mustang. And the hit in insurance premiums with the GT, as most younger drivers would get slammed there.