04 vs. 05+
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the SN95 had room in the backseat???
i dont think so....as far as buying the real thing, i can think of several reasons.
a. no warranty
b. you never truely know what you are getting. yeah it might have been from a good shop, but who knows whats under that paint?
c. modern suspension. not many people truely make a classic a DD. only the hardcore enthusiasts.
d. a restored classic does not have fuel injection, something that is easier to drive daily, and gets better mileage as well.
e. why ruin a fully restored classic by driving it daily? would you drive that thing in the rain? i didnt think so.
i can keep going on and on about why someone would purchase a S197 over a classic. the bottom line is that they are both kick ass, but in different ways.
I test drove an 04 GT when it was new... I loved the exhaust note... that was it.
I thought it was ugly (inside, out), slow and was a terrible handling car.
The 05+ is definitely good looking inside, out is faster and is a much better handling car. Feels more like a modern car.
No offence to the pre-05 Mustangs - just my opinion.
I do like the Mach 1 though and after my friend's M3 got owned by one I have even more respect for it. Not to mention that it does have killer sound.
I thought it was ugly (inside, out), slow and was a terrible handling car.
The 05+ is definitely good looking inside, out is faster and is a much better handling car. Feels more like a modern car.
No offence to the pre-05 Mustangs - just my opinion.
I do like the Mach 1 though and after my friend's M3 got owned by one I have even more respect for it. Not to mention that it does have killer sound.
Rock36
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I say go with the 05+ because that is what you want. I'm sure you can find a reasonably priced used 2005 Mustang GT in the low $20Ks. Just because it is an 05+ don't feel obligated to get a brand new one if you are on a tight budget.
Just do some shopping around and be patient. I bet you will find what you are looking for.
it depends on what you want it for. i personally dont mind small squeeks and rattles. i just care about looks and speed. i think the 04 and under gt looks better stock. also with some cosmetic changes both modekls can look good, i just think the sn95 look better on the outside.
once inside the new one, it dont really feel like a mustang. i guess that is because it is more refined...im just not used to it.
it is hard to make the 2 valves fast....but i cant wait to run into any of these cars this summer with my little 2 valve!
once inside the new one, it dont really feel like a mustang. i guess that is because it is more refined...im just not used to it.
it is hard to make the 2 valves fast....but i cant wait to run into any of these cars this summer with my little 2 valve!
I hate my SN-95.
It shakes, it rattles, it rides horribly, the front seats suck, road noise is horrible, etc. etc.
Maybe you'd like to buy my SN-95. only 29K miles on it because I can't stand to drive it anymore.
YardSpecial
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Did I menton all the look we get with the 07 ???
These S197 are the Hotest looking mustang to date......................
More so in a period every new car looks the same
These S197 are the Hotest looking mustang to date......................
More so in a period every new car looks the same
That's not just the 4.6 DOHC I think that also includes pretty much an n/a Ford 4.6
YardSpecial
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That's not just the 4.6 DOHC I think that also includes pretty much an n/a Ford 4.6
Think the new 3v is alittle cheaper then my old 01 cobra
Think the new 3v is alittle cheaper then my old 01 cobra
Speak for yourself, I picked up my '03 4v new for just about a grand more then my '02 GT was new (which I traded in for the Mach) and still cheaper then what new loaded GTs go for now. Anyway I was just tryin to point at the wether it's 2v/3v/4v they are all pretty costly to mod with minimal gains until u get to superchargers and what not.
