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 already seen it in person the wheels do look kinda funny but that car is definitely hot. dont think youll be able to find one for under $50k, or more... sigma, you forgot the oh-so-important "special badging"  (what? the brochures always mention it!)
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Originally posted by amarv12:
If i'm seeing it right, looks like they left the side skirt things and the lower portion of the rear bumper black...that's why it looks really high.
But still... 
You are exactly right. I didnt see it before, but when you pointed it out, it totaly makes sense.
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Originally posted by Pienstars:
Originally posted by sigma:
Originally posted by Pienstars:
Originally posted by WorldTour:
Originally posted by TodrasByAssociation:
Originally posted by Tourige:
im sure the car will look sweet as hell with a drop, some bigger rims, and nicer SS polished Exhaust.
Which in my opinion it should come with for how much you're shelling out. Not a fan.
Name another production car for $40k making 475hp w/ 475ft-lbs.
I don't think that's his point. If your going to make a so called sports car that's supposed to stand out from the regular GT, it shouldn't have just an increase in horsepower.
1> It's not a "so-called sports car". It's a muscle car.
2> It's not just 'increased horsepower'.
a completely different (and far superior) motor upgraded with parts from the Ford GT,
a supercharger,
a 6-Speed Transmission,
an upgraded suspension all around (shocks, springs, sways, etc),
14" front brakes and 13" rear brakes,
an upgraded interior with extensive use of leather (even the dash),
and of course the exterior mods
All told, an added $10,000 ain't so bad. The $10,000 between a V6 model and a V8 model for "just increased horsepower" doesn't stop tens of thousands of people from spending it.
Dollar for Dollar I don't think you could do all that stuff yourself for that price.
For reference, a 2000 Cobra R, with the same 5.4L motor (with less build-up than the new one has) went for a whopping $55,000 and I believe they still sell for damn near that. Don't think Ford had any trouble selling them, though, granted, there was only 300 of them.
It's about 12k more than what you can pick a GT up for "assuming it comes out right at 40K". Sorry but I personally would take the 12K and invest it into building one badass GT. If you love it, great go buy one and I'm sure you'll be more than happy with it. In my opinion Ford simply could have done a better job on car with so much potential. 
Keep thinking that. Once you build your 'bad ass GT' and pulley swap and a tune will take your B.A. designation away from you and Mr. T. The only arguement less is "My insurance is for a GT and yours is for a Cobra."
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Originally posted by RTStabler51:
Originally posted by Pienstars:
Originally posted by sigma:
Originally posted by Pienstars:
Originally posted by WorldTour:
Originally posted by TodrasByAssociation:
Originally posted by Tourige:
im sure the car will look sweet as hell with a drop, some bigger rims, and nicer SS polished Exhaust.
Which in my opinion it should come with for how much you're shelling out. Not a fan.
Name another production car for $40k making 475hp w/ 475ft-lbs.
I don't think that's his point. If your going to make a so called sports car that's supposed to stand out from the regular GT, it shouldn't have just an increase in horsepower.
1> It's not a "so-called sports car". It's a muscle car.
2> It's not just 'increased horsepower'.
a completely different (and far superior) motor upgraded with parts from the Ford GT,
a supercharger,
a 6-Speed Transmission,
an upgraded suspension all around (shocks, springs, sways, etc),
14" front brakes and 13" rear brakes,
an upgraded interior with extensive use of leather (even the dash),
and of course the exterior mods
All told, an added $10,000 ain't so bad. The $10,000 between a V6 model and a V8 model for "just increased horsepower" doesn't stop tens of thousands of people from spending it.
Dollar for Dollar I don't think you could do all that stuff yourself for that price.
For reference, a 2000 Cobra R, with the same 5.4L motor (with less build-up than the new one has) went for a whopping $55,000 and I believe they still sell for damn near that. Don't think Ford had any trouble selling them, though, granted, there was only 300 of them.
It's about 12k more than what you can pick a GT up for "assuming it comes out right at 40K". Sorry but I personally would take the 12K and invest it into building one badass GT. If you love it, great go buy one and I'm sure you'll be more than happy with it. In my opinion Ford simply could have done a better job on car with so much potential.
Keep thinking that. Once you build your 'bad ass GT' and pulley swap and a tune will take your B.A. designation away from you and Mr. T. The only arguement less is "My insurance is for a GT and yours is for a Cobra."
Easy there killer. Everyone has the right to their opinion and mine is that I would prefer not to drive a mustang that more or less looks like a base 6 cylinder model. Keep in mind this car is supposed to come out at 40K but I have a feeling it will end up being more than that which will further justify my position. I guess time will tell.
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Keep thinking that. Once you build your 'bad ass GT' and pulley swap and a tune will take your B.A. designation away from you and Mr. T. The only arguement less is "My insurance is for a GT and yours is for a Cobra."
For the extra 12K, he could have twin turbos on his bad ass GT and knock the SC car on it's ass. And his insurance will still be lower.
As for styling, it's just as bland as the regular mustang from every angle but head on.
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I think the front looks ridiculous; like a giant carp mouth trying to swallow a worm. 
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Originally posted by Y2KSVT:
Originally posted by JCSVT:
Originally posted by Pienstars:
I don't think that's his point. If your going to make a so called sports car that's supposed to stand out from the regular GT, it shouldn't have just an increase in horsepower. On the other hand, I don't know for sure if this this is a different suspension setup from the regular GT but the point is that it should be. The car desperately needs a nicer set of wheels and I really think they could have done more with the styling. The front does look great but the sides and rear are too bland.
It's not really a sports car. It's a muscle car first and foremost. The suspension setup is great for what most owners are going to use it for. There will probably be other Mustang models that will address handling and suspension more than this one.
For the money I think you are getting a lot. This engine will be making 440+rwhp out of the factory and handling won't be too bad either. You get an uprated suspension and way bigger brakes just like the last Cobras.
Agreed. And how big do you honestly want the wheels to be? Who seriously rolls on 20's in a muscle car? 
Mark
Mark, you do realize those are already 19's right? The design of the wheels just doesnt do it for me. They just look plain and don't make the car stand out like they should. And honestly why would you put only a 255/45 tire on a car with soo much power?! 
The other day when I saw my first Roush Mustang I knew from 100 yards behind me what it was. When it pulled along side, I just couldn't stop staring. The car was just beautiful and so well designed. It really stood out from any other Mustang out on the road.
In my opinion, they're just using the name to sell the car. It definitely isn't awe-inspiring like the Shelbys of yesteryear.
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I think the regular GT looks better.
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Originally posted by TodrasByAssociation:
Mark, you do realize those are already 19's right? And honestly why would you put only a 255/45 tire on a car with soo much power?!
They are 18's with 285s in the rear. The 255s are in front.
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Everyone is entitled to their opinions. But most of your opinions suck. For those looking for some outrageous styling, go check out the mid '60s and early '70's Shelbys. There was nothing outrageous about those either. But they are bad-a$$ cars, as this one is. The black along the ground effects is to visually "elongate" the car. And just as the previous Cobra, it looks somewhat docile until you lower it and slap some wider wheels on the back. Sure you could throw twin turbos in a GT, but there goes your reliability as well as your warranty. As far as I'm concerned this is my next vehicle.
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