2012 Boss or 2013 Boss (styling)

[XSELLR8]

Even though I can't even imagine owning my own Boss for the next.. oh, 7 years, I think I like the '12 A LOT more than the way the '13 looks.

[falcongtho3]

My favorite is still the black '12 LS...and any resemblance to the Batmobile is purely coincidence.

[TKat13]

I love the 2013. The painted roof line was a turn-off for me, as was the matching offset grill. However, if the wife said to buy a Boss and only the '12 was on the lot, then I would proudly drive the '12 home. The only offset roof color I like is when it is black, otherwise it would get a coverup, maybe vinyl.

[03BumbleBee]

The new styling is an improvement, and the fact the roof is not painted a different color and the 70's stripe theme is way better. You also have more color choices... Grabber Blue!

[Unrealford]

I like many things about the 13, like reflective stripes, tail lights, track app in dash, but I don't care for the Shelby front end on a Boss, on a Shelby I like,
As for the roof being painted , it's grows on you to the point where it actually is a distinct cool feature making the Boss it's own appearance.
Oh and I Hate the 70s stripe, I've always loved the 69 C stripe..
Plus I like how the 2012 was strictly for performance , no extra amenities ,
But I like the 13 removable grill lights for more air..And the vented hood,

[03BumbleBee]

Originally Posted by Unrealford

I like many things about the 13, like reflective stripes, tail lights, track app in dash, but I don't care for the Shelby front end on a Boss, on a Shelby I like,
As for the roof being painted , it's grows on you to the point where it actually is a distinct cool feature making the Boss it's own appearance.
Oh and I Hate the 70s stripe, I've always loved the 69 C stripe..
Plus I like how the 2012 was strictly for performance , no extra amenities ,
But I like the 13 removable grill lights for more air..

If I had a 2012, I would love it too! This is just like choosing between a 1969 or 70 Mach 1, both cool for different reasons.

[jeff33702]

Much better without the red..

[rich1]

Originally Posted by 03BumbleBee

The new styling is an improvement, and the fact the roof is not painted a different color and the 70's stripe theme is way better. You also have more color choices... Grabber Blue!

Hey.......My exact thoughts ! Except the trans / shifter still sux !

[badass4.6]

Originally Posted by jeff33702

Much better without the red..

i love this one here is sexy black is nice but i have had a black car and hate it its a bi$$$ to keep clean but i cant get away from then when i see something like this

[Mustanger2]

I like that Black without the red!!! A LOT! The original just seemed garish to me...

The 2013 has Grouper lips for the grill!!! Really it does!

[XSELLR8]

I'm still won by the '12's front end, c stripes, and hood. I don't care for the v6 looking front bumper or Shelby hood on the 13. Overall, I think the 12 looks more aggressive. I DO like the 13's wheels, and would swap them out (or take the laguna seca wheels) over the regular 12 Boss wheels.

[Unrealford]

Originally Posted by XSELLR8

I'm still won by the '12's front end, c stripes, and hood. I don't care for the v6 looking front bumper or Shelby hood on the 13. Overall, I think the 12 looks more aggressive. I DO like the 13's wheels, and would swap them out (or take the laguna seca wheels) over the regular 12 Boss wheels.

Right on brother! !

[4valve 4tw?]

Front end/hood- 2012, the gt/boss bumper had sharper, more aggressive lines then the more rounded shelby. Plus without the center hood bulge it takes away even more styling points. Heat vents are never a bad thing though, but that's only credit I can give to the 13's front end.

Wheels- 2013 laguna seca/302s wheels. I think the regular rounded spoke boss wheels are pretty tame looking. I also like the old ls red wheels, but only the spokes should have been highlighted in red, not the rim itself. Was just too much.

Stripes- I would have said the hockey stick stripes in the past, but after all the 05-09 boss 302 "packages" running around the last few years, the C stripes have grown on me. Being reflective now sounds kinda cheesy. Gloss or glossy metallic stripes as opposed to the 12's flat stripes would have been pretty good looking though.

Rear- My least favorite part of any 05+. 10-13 looks so bloated from the back, but the new lights and new lower section just don't do it for me, at least not yet. I give the nod to 2012.

I gotta say this about both though. I know the boss 302 name is a big one, but times have changed. This day and age things are a bit different, I'm surprised they didn't call it the "boss 5.0" on the stripes. Would have been a modernization while still being a throwback. Guess Ford wanted the connection to be a direct one.

[03BumbleBee]

Originally Posted by 4valve 4tw?

Front end/hood- 2012, the gt/boss bumper had sharper, more aggressive lines then the more rounded shelby. Plus without the center hood bulge it takes away even more styling points. Heat vents are never a bad thing though, but that's only credit I can give to the 13's front end.

Wheels- 2013 laguna seca/302s wheels. I think the regular rounded spoke boss wheels are pretty tame looking. I also like the old ls red wheels, but only the spokes should have been highlighted in red, not the rim itself. Was just too much.

Stripes- I would have said the hockey stick stripes in the past, but after all the 05-09 boss 302 "packages" running around the last few years, the C stripes have grown on me. Being reflective now sounds kinda cheesy. Gloss or glossy metallic stripes as opposed to the 12's flat stripes would have been pretty good looking though.

Rear- My least favorite part of any 05+. 10-13 looks so bloated from the back, but the new lights and new lower section just don't do it for me, at least not yet. I give the nod to 2012.

I gotta say this about both though. I know the boss 302 name is a big one, but times have changed. This day and age things are a bit different, I'm surprised they didn't call it the "boss 5.0" on the stripes. Would have been a modernization while still being a throwback. Guess Ford wanted the connection to be a direct one.

Stripes for 69/70 Boss and 69 Mach 1 were reflective, looks great at night.

[Unrealford]

Love my Boss! !

[WalkrTexasRngr]

I like the stripes better, the tail lights, and the grabber blue!!

[Unrealford]

New pricing.


Ford has just released pricing for the 2013 Mustang lineup including the V6, GT and Boss 302. Those who are interested in the Mustang V6 will be happy to know that pricing has mostly stayed the same, with the base V6 coupe keeping its MSRP of $22,995 and the premium V6 coupe staying the same as well at $26,995. The biggest differences in the 2013 pricing are with the GT models. The base Mustang GT now has a suggested MSRP of $31,095, up from $29,995 in 2012, and the 2013 premium Mustang GT now carries a price tag of $35,095, up from $34,895 in 2012. Pricing for the GT Convertible models have increased as well, with the base model priced at $36,095 (previously $34,995), and the premium GT Convertible going for $40,095 (previously $38,895). Pricing for the Boss 302 models have risen by $2,000, with a $42,995 msrp for the standard model ($40,995 in 2012) and a $49,990 msrp for the Laguna Seca ($47,990 in 2012).

Ford has also released pricing for the various option packages for the 2013 Mustang. Of note are the Recaro seats now available in the V6, GT and Shelby GT500 models ($1,595 for both cloth or leather), V6 Performance Package ($1,995), Electronics Package ($2,340), Brembo Brake Package ($1,695), and GT Track Package ($2,495).

Here’s the full 2013 Mustang pricing breakdown, all of which include a $795 destination and delivery charge.

2013 Mustang Pricing

• 2013 V6 base – $22,995
• 2013 V6 Premium – $26,995
• 2013 V6 Convertible base – $27,995
• 2013 V6 Convertible Premium – $31,995
• 2013 GT Coupe base – $31,095
• 2013 GT Coupe Premium – $35,095
• 2013 GT Convertible base – $36,095
• 2013 GT Convertible Premium – $40,095
• 2013 Boss 302 – $42,995
• 2013 Boss 302 Laguna Seca – $49,990

2013 Mustang Notable Option Pricing:
[LIST][*]6-Speed Automatic Transmission – $1,195[*]Recaro Sport Seats (leather or cloth) – $1,595[*]Recargo Sport Seats & Torsen Differential (Boss 302 only) – $1,995[*]V6 Performance Package – $1,995[*]Glass Roof – $1,995[*]Reverse Sensing System & Security Package – $695[*]Comfort Group (Premium only) – $650[*]Electronics Package – $2,340[*]Red Candy Paint – $395[*]Gotta Have It Green Metallic Tri-Coat Paint – $495[*]Brembo Brake Package (GT only) – $1,695[*]GT Track Package – $2,495[*]Shaker Pro Audio System – $1,295

[swoop1156]

I'd definitely take the 2013 over the 2012 in the Boss. I prefer the more pissed off styling (to me). The new GT500 is sure promising to be an animal!