Well, you already got my opinion when you PMed me. But figured I'd add that since your dad would be willing to do more work with you on it if you got the stang, that'd be the deal breaker right there... That'd be some good quality time.. Only thing that worries me is your so young (and I'm assuming unexperienced) so having a high horsepower rwd car might not work out too well... but as long as you are mature enough to drive it like a civalized person (most of the time), my vote definatly sticks with the 5.0. Bang for the buck, it can't be beat.