I have an 07 V6 pony Package, its at 25,500 miles and still working like new. I haven't come across any issues or faults with my car, not even leaks. Only problem I noticed was during the winter when it's below 20, there is a chance one of your taillight bulbs will die, So far I had 2 die from this, over a period of 4 years, I bought my car brand new in 2007. The car handles well, better then my old 3 series, and its tough as hell as i've sent it into 2 ft deep potholes, and even had the rockers clip a curb in a parking lot, tearing the curb apart... I'll be honest that I don't go easy on my car, but it takes it well and any other car would probably have exploded, like my last 2 cars. Someone mentioned the ambient lights, those were first on Mustangs in 2008. If you're worried about reliability, I would look at an 08 / 09, Ford offers an amazing extended warranty. I'm happy with my 6, and unfortunately its a bit of a financial stretch for the V6, so V8 has been out of the question but for now I don't mind.