Your "die hard Ford guy" statement tells me you should buy the Mustang regardless. If there's any issue's, not saying there will be, you'll be kicking yourself. Have a example of that in my driveway. I wouldn't mind playing with the Challenger a few days but that's about it. Eventually want to replace the Focus with V6/Auto Mustang, just something about the Mustang. Granted not sure on average how long you keep vehicles, if it's only a couple years go with either!