If you're going to get a Mustang GT wait until the prices go down on the 99+. If you've ever drive a '96-98 GT you know that it runs out of steam at about 4000rpm. The torque is great but you can tell that its pretty anemic.
The handling won't be anything to speak of either. Most of these downfalls can be fixed with mods however. At your price range I'd go with the CSVT. Once you get started modding the Mustang it's a whole different story.
I wish I had somebody who could host my video of my uncle's '98 GT with Stage 3 Comp Cams. Sounds awesome!
