winter driving in chicago?

Question

i have a 07 mustang, i currently live in texas.. but i am considering moving to chicago, anyone own a mustang in chicago? if so how hard is it to drive them up there xD

Answer 1

I also had a mustang, so I feel your pain. First of all, your fuel costs are going to be enormous. Fuel is expensive in Chicago. If you are a careful driver and stop for rest, driving it up there should not cause any big problems. Fatigue and the boredom of driving can contribute to accidents. Tired and hungry drivers are not safe ones. But then again, your fuel costs are going to be high.

As for driving in the snow, you need snow tires. If you are not at all familiar with driving in snow and ice, you may want to pay a driving instructor for a couple of hours of this type of driving. I say this because I know someone who moved from California to New York and absolutely totaled his car when he hit a patch of ice. He had no idea how to control his car- he told me later he wished he had practiced a little with an instructor.

You may want to think about putting a sandbag in your trunk- I've done this with a small airplane once.

Be ready for a lot of wear and tear on your car- the weather will cause some problems you never had in Texas. Make sure your defrosters are working properly and that you have the equipment to get ice and snow off your vehicle- keep a dry pair of gloves in your car to help you with this task.

This is about all the advice I can give you as a driver in New York who has had more than his share of fun with snow and ice.

Good luck and safe driving.
Ken

Answer 2

You coming from Texas- Eh, thats a hard one. (Guessing you haven't had many horrible winters, if any)
Ive lived in the Midwest all of my life and Im used to the winters.
In 06- mind you, I'm kind of a grease monkey, I totaled my Camaro. I consider myself a great driver, well until then!
It takes learning, adjusting most importantly- patience while driving.
I think personally our winters in Chicago have been getting A LOT more milder.
If you can, I would suggest getting some sort of junker- either a SUV or a front wheel drive and breaking yourself into learning how to deal with winter in a Mustang.
Best of Luck!

Answer 3

It's as hard as most anything else. Four wheel drive vehicles are the best in the snow, but other then that, they are just about all equal. The one guy who suggested weight in the trunk is dead on good advice.

You will need some good tips on how to drive in the snow. The Secretary of States Driver License division can help you with a booklet.

Link below is for people new to driving in Illinois. Enjoy and welcome to Chicago.

Answer 4

Not personally but I know someone who has one and I also drive a RWD car. Do you have the V6 or V8? If the 8 it can be quite difficult, you will really tend to swing the rear end out alot, but it is manageable. But some bags of concrete in your trunk to add weight, and invest in some either winter or all season tires instead of the performance you may have on there now. Just take it slow because you will fishtail upon takeoff, but if you are smart only a little and then you will be fine.

Answer 5

It is hard to drive them any were you fine a lot of snow and bad road conditions. The Mustang was designed for clear open roads, not snow covered.

Answer 6

for the reason which you arent used to using in snow,i could hire a vehicle with 4wd.. taking the practice or buses wouldnt be plenty relaxing.. you spend maximum of yoru day waiting interior the chilly/snow.. your vehicle must be high-quality with the climate.. no longer something will wreck till you dont shield it.. ascertain you enable your vehicle heat up for no less than 10 min till now using it, that we could the engine oil warmth up and facilitates itcontinual greater advantageous.. additionally ascertain you have a bottle of window wash, the salt receives on there and you cant see. Dont flow out andcontinual till the streets have been plowed.. the snow many times isnt too heavy in january. some years we get plenty, yet no longer that many times.. its in contrast to its snowing primary. confident peoplecontinual whilst its that chilly.. people nevertheless ought to artwork and stuff.

Answer 7

Driving in Chicago is horrible. You get used to it, but expect your car to get banged up.

Answer 8

well it all depends on the weather and this time of year its not so good because of all the ice and snow but if you are a good driver you make it but please be carefull when you travel, good luck

Answer 9

i dont now i know alittle about mustangs i think so i dont now ask the ford dealer.