The Best Cars for Older Drivers and Retirees (AAA)
For the practical, the well-traveled or those who have been saving for a dream, these are some of the best cars for older drivers and retirees.
At every age in life, drivers consider different components when looking for a new car. That is certainly the case for older drivers. Most in this demographic put a greater emphasis on factors such as visibility, safety features, easy-to-use systems and how comfortable it is to get in and out of the car. Or maybe, if they have recently retired, they decided it is time to finally splurge and get behind the wheel of their dream car. Whatever the situation, these are a few of the best cars for older drivers.
For The Dreamer:
Ford Mustang Bullitt
MSRP: $46,595
MPG: 15 city / 24 highway
Crash Test: 5 stars
Those recent retirees who waited to reach social security’s full benefit age (66) most likely started their driving career in the 1960s or early 70s. This era in automotive history was marked by the rise of muscle cars and there was no such car more popular than the Ford Mustang. Assuredly, many current retirees dreamed of getting behind the wheel of a Mustang. And if they weren’t able to then, now is the time. Finding a vintage Mustang may be challenging. Fortunately, the model is still going strong. In fact, it recently celebrated its 55th anniversary.
If you really want to go all out, try the Ford Mustang Bullitt. In 2018, Mustang re-released the model in honor of the 50th anniversary of the classic film starring Steve McQueen. Just like the original, this special edition comes with unparalleled performance and that legendary mean-green color. (It also comes in black if you choose.)
Some of the updated features that you won’t find in vintage models include a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, red-painted Brembo brake calipers, and active performance exhaust system that allows you to control the volume of the exhaust.
