Ok. Let's hear from you who bought their Stang brand sparking new and still own it,
Me, I took delivery of my new 2005 GT Premium Redfire on July 10, 2005 (build completion date June 2005) 2 days before my birthday. 11 ½ years and 105,400+ miles later, it’s still running strong just like has been since the first day I drove it home.
My new ride on pick up day July 10, 2005.
I've done a few upgrades through the years:
Added GT 300 side stripes
Swapped OEM rims Ford Racing Silver Bullitt wheels
Replaced OEM mufflers with Ford Racing Axle-back GTAs
Replaced OEM intake with K&N CAI
Added Diablo Sport Predator tuner
My Stang as of today. This was taken no too long ago after just getting a new set of Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+. Well worth the money I spent.
I use nothing, but 89-90 octane non-ethanol gasoline and have kept it well maintained thanks to a well trusted mechanic who takes good care of it. Haven’t had any major problems with it and have only dealt with some minor things I which I have had to repair, fix, or replace as a result of 11+ years of normal wear and tear. Most recently, I replaced the worn out stock shift knob with a new ball shifter and what a difference that made. Best money I spent on a replacement thanks to American Muscle,
Old vs new
And now for some not so good news. Unfortunately, it was in an accident a few years back when some college aged chic crashed into it from out of nowhere as I was coming into a Walmart parking lot.
All banged up.
As my trusted mechanic recommended, we took it a local reputable body shop specializing in luxury cars (MBs, BMWs, Lexus, Jag) and they fixed it up good as new with OEM Ford parts as we demanded with my insurance. Total cost of damage was $4600 which, a few months after the repairs were completed, my insurance won their arbitration case against the other driver’s and the entire amount, including my $500 deductible, was reimbursed.
Good as new!
I've taken it on several long road trips over the years and had many great drives.
I also took it to the ¼ mile track once with fellow Mustang club members and had some fun 1/4 mile runs. I also entered it in a few cars shows and twice won the best of show awards.
I never get tired driving this pony and have enjoyed it ever since day 1. It always reminds me of my Grandpa's 1965 fastback 2+2 and I look forward to more great drives year, after year, after year..
That’s about it for my original owner update.
Any other originals out there?
Me, I took delivery of my new 2005 GT Premium Redfire on July 10, 2005 (build completion date June 2005) 2 days before my birthday. 11 ½ years and 105,400+ miles later, it’s still running strong just like has been since the first day I drove it home.
My new ride on pick up day July 10, 2005.
I've done a few upgrades through the years:
Added GT 300 side stripes
Swapped OEM rims Ford Racing Silver Bullitt wheels
Replaced OEM mufflers with Ford Racing Axle-back GTAs
Replaced OEM intake with K&N CAI
Added Diablo Sport Predator tuner
My Stang as of today. This was taken no too long ago after just getting a new set of Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+. Well worth the money I spent.
I use nothing, but 89-90 octane non-ethanol gasoline and have kept it well maintained thanks to a well trusted mechanic who takes good care of it. Haven’t had any major problems with it and have only dealt with some minor things I which I have had to repair, fix, or replace as a result of 11+ years of normal wear and tear. Most recently, I replaced the worn out stock shift knob with a new ball shifter and what a difference that made. Best money I spent on a replacement thanks to American Muscle,
Old vs new
And now for some not so good news. Unfortunately, it was in an accident a few years back when some college aged chic crashed into it from out of nowhere as I was coming into a Walmart parking lot.
All banged up.
As my trusted mechanic recommended, we took it a local reputable body shop specializing in luxury cars (MBs, BMWs, Lexus, Jag) and they fixed it up good as new with OEM Ford parts as we demanded with my insurance. Total cost of damage was $4600 which, a few months after the repairs were completed, my insurance won their arbitration case against the other driver’s and the entire amount, including my $500 deductible, was reimbursed.
Good as new!
I've taken it on several long road trips over the years and had many great drives.
I also took it to the ¼ mile track once with fellow Mustang club members and had some fun 1/4 mile runs. I also entered it in a few cars shows and twice won the best of show awards.
I never get tired driving this pony and have enjoyed it ever since day 1. It always reminds me of my Grandpa's 1965 fastback 2+2 and I look forward to more great drives year, after year, after year..
That’s about it for my original owner update.
Any other originals out there?