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    I'm doing the happy dance

    According to information that is floating around on other sites, the start of production is supposed to be September. That would make this timing a dicey proposition.
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    Please help..."04 Mach 1 Vs "05 GT

    Silverbull271 (aka Yellowbull271), a) the hood appearance is in keeping with the clean design (no tacked-on stuff) of the car...however, LeMans stripes would make it look less "plain" b) probably not considered because of cost vs. benefit c) 300 hp from a SOHC engine that is expected to...
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    Update on 2005 Mustang orderings

    It might be beneficial to review these 2 threads posted by a Ford salesperson. Perhaps tomorrow will be the day for prices, but the information presented here says otherwise. http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?showtopic=2065 http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?showtopic=2112&st=0
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    Please help..."04 Mach 1 Vs "05 GT

    Silverbull271, Define "stomp"...not sure to which aspect of performance you are referring. Just curious...thanks!
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    Please help..."04 Mach 1 Vs "05 GT

    According to Ford engineers I talked with at the 40th in Nashville, the '05 GT 5-speed will only be 40 lbs heavier than the Mach 1 (3470 vs 3430). If the '05 engines are underrated, it's gonna be close, acceleration-wise, for these two cars. The new suspension and weight balance should pay great...
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    Tuff Decision....

    JnJ, Ratings can be deceiving - many Mach 1 owners have checked their cars on the dyno and have averaged something like 320hp and 340ft-lb of torque at the flywheel. From what I've read, the 98 Cobra probably came the closest to exceeding the rated 305 hp. From my seat-of-the-pants...
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    Mach 1 Just got my 04 Mach!!!!

    Congrats - hope to see you on the Mach 1 Registry!
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    Tuff Decision....

    Between the 3.55:1 final gear, a predicted flatter torque curve (a benefit of the 3V heads with VCT), and a curb weight just 40lbs heavier than the current Mach 1, the '05 should be a performance match for your Cobra. Having previously owned a '96, I safely predict the 'seat-of-the-pants" feel...
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    Gas Prices

    87 octane is the recommended fuel (at least from what we know so far) for the '05 GT and V6 models.
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    140mph on the dash??????????

    According to the Mustang engineer I talked to at the MCA 40th, the tire choice (which does affect the top speed setting) was done to permit the Mustang GT to be driven year-round, particularly in less-than-ideal traction situations (rain, snow). This cuts owner expenses, as you don't have to get...
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    Sonic Blue GT

    Take a look at this post on Brad's Mustang Site. Looks nice...
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    Stripes or no?

    An option for decal stripes would be Graphic Express. I did speak with someone who indicated they would be doing the LeMans-style stripes (front-to-back) for the car. You can already order side stripes with names and number designations, and have them custom-made with whatever you would like...
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    heard a rumor of the new 05' body styleS?

    From recent talks with the DAP Plant Manager at the MCA 40th in Nashville, I heard the last day of the current Mustang being produced is May 10. If you believe the Internet forums, the new car will be built beginning on September 7 at AAI.
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    ? about exhaust.

    According to the presentations given, the ability to change out just the mufflers will be reduced to literally 20 minutes. There was no mention made of what it would take to do the entire system. I heard the stock exhaust a number of times at the 40th. It sounded quieter than my stock '03...
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    Worth the Wait...

    USAF-Sergeant, You are a stronger man than me (on several levels, especially because of your military service - thank you)! I was originally going to wait for the next special edition, but the look of the GT coupe at the Detroit Auto Show locked it in for me. Information floating around...
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    Beating a soon to be dead horse. The 05 GT vs the current Mach 1 and their owners.

    Hi, Omegalock - I've watched this thread and the other on the Mach 1 Registry with interest. I believe I understand what you were trying to convey. I think that the breakdown first occurred with the title of this post and a couple of key words that perhaps came into play (they are in BOLD)...
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    Beating a soon to be dead horse. The 05 GT vs the current Mach 1 and their owners.

    This Mach 1 owner has decided to buy an '05 GT coupe. Yes, I paid MSRP when I bought mine in Dec. 2002. Yes, I sometimes get bummed that people are picking them up now for much less. Yes, I love the new car's style and powertrain. Yes, I think its great the base V8 car will be close in...
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    Quick 05 question

    Photo of the plate on the '05 GT at Detroit is located here
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    '05 Mustang GT HP#'s from MotorTrend

    If you look at this dyno graph from one owner's car, you will notice the torque curve flattens out between 4500 and 6000 rpm. This was a benefit of the 5.4L cams in the current Mach 1 engine. If the VCT system can deliver something that is similar at between 3000 and 4500 rpm, the 0-60 time...
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