Why the Gas Guzzler Tax was been imposed on the 2024 Ford Mustang V8 Manual

Ford has revealed the costs ahead of the autumn introduction of the new 2024 Ford Mustang.

According to these pricing, the 5.0-Liter V8 engine and manual gearbox variants of the 2024 Ford Mustang

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This comprises the 480–500 horsepower–capable GT, GT Premium, and two variations of the Dark Horse type.

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You may still get the 10-speed automatic gearbox, which is exempt from the tax, if you want to avoid paying it.

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it should be noted that the automatic gearbox will increase the cost by $1,595.

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It’s up to you whether you prefer to pay the tax, or opt to buy the automatic gearbox instead.

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if you want a manual transmission, and you’re looking to avoid the Gas Guzzler Tax,

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These engines still deliver enough horsepower to make a decent muscle car, wrapped

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