So I reached the effective lifespan of my Mustang GT convertible. I had good success with the mileage (30%+ over), but at 107K miles, the maintenance was getting too much.
So I bought a new Fusion SE 4-cyl. I wanted a 5-spd, but there was not one available close, and it's only worth 1 mpg on the highway. I would have got something smaller, but my son is 5'10" and growing at only 13 years old(!). Anyway, it's an automatic, but at least I got a 4-cyl. It does have a nice mileage gauge, so I can check what my foot is doing to the fuel, although it only does trip mileage (not real time).
So despite my heartache at losing my favorite car
, I'm looking forward to seeing some 30+ mileage for a change!!!