This site is dedicated to providing the would be UK or EU buyer with information about buying, importing and registering a new shape Ford Mustang S197 from 2005, 2006, 2007 or 2008. You will find out exactly what work you need to do to the car to make it pass the UK SVA (type approval) test, and then you can make an informed decision about if you want to do the work yourself or entrust the work to a specialist garage and/or importer.

If you speak to an auto-electrician or an American car specialist, they will give you horror stories about the technical difficulties of making a Ford Mustang S197 compliant with UK vehicle lighting regulations. The reality is that it is not very difficult if you actually have the information to hand, written by someone who has actually done it themselves.

The new Ford Mustang (known as the S197 - that refers to the model shape) comes in various models. Base models are well equipped with air conditioning, CD player, electric windows and most creature comforts you will need. Premium models come with leather, upgraded stereos and a few other things like ABS and electric seats. 4-litre V6 and 4.6-litre V8 engines are available. The V6 gives adequate power and better MPG. The V8 is the classic one the purists always want, offering more BHP and a nice engine note. In reality, either are fine cars with good performance.

Automatic and manual models are available, both are fine - just a question of personal taste. Do not worry that the Automatic models may be sluggish and slow - they are not!

Online research is always a must in any endeavour such as this, there is an active Mustang Owners Club in England and several online discussion forums dedicated to the Mustang. Of course, as with any forum, there are a few grumpy die hards who know it all and business owners looking for new clients. There are many helpful folks there too. Most will advise against doing the SVA work yourself, usually because they want to charge you upwards of £1000 to do it for you or sell you a car already on the road and UK legal.

If you actually have the cash in your pocket to buy a car, there is no reason why you cannot import directly from the USA. Of course there is a small risk you may buy a 'pig in a poke' but if you stick to reputable dealers and use your brain it is unlikely. If you are conversant with basic auto electrical installations, and have a practical flair, nothing is stopping you from doing the SVA work yourself and taking it for test.

If you don't actually have the cash to spend, you can always buy direct in the UK from a dealer/importer or used. You may get a warranty, finance and other things that give you peace of mind if you need those things to feel happy.

There is no 'one size fits all' when it comes to buying a Ford Mustang in the United Kingdom. As with the cars themselves, there are options; you may want a V6 base model, V8 Convertible, GT500, a Shelby, Saleen or Roush special edition. This site is only here to open your eyes and direct you to the resources you may find useful.

The work you need to do, the parts you need and how to actually import a car is covered on the other pages on this site. Have a look around.