I have a relative that paid $32K for a 2006 Mustang. Granted it has a 1K watt sound system and he did pay
for the 7 year extended warranty. I think Mustang has it right in terms of pricing.

To expect the R/T version in the $25K-$27K is a little unrealistic.

I could see a V-6 version around that price range. In general, prices of cars have gone and muscle cars will
command a premium. If you want one you will have to pay the big bucks.

I am just trying to paint a realistic picture and not get your hopes up.