New Member - My history
05-31-2005, 04:59 PM
#1
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New Member - My history
Good Afternoon Everyone,
I am new to the forums. I have read many posts here to familiarize myself with the types of conversations going on. The result is that I am happy with the amount of information members are willing to share. It has been significantly helpful to me; especially that I am considering purchasing my second Mustang.
My first Mustang was a COBRA that I purchased about 7 years ago. I did not know much about Mustangs other than they looked good and were fast. I really enjoyed the Mustang for 2 years before I decided to give it up. The reason why I gave it up was because I spun out during the winter when I was going about 5 miles per hour. I was at a stoplight when the light turned green. I shifted into first gear and gently shifted into second gear when all of a sudden I lost control of the Mustang and spun around and ended up on top of the median. Although it was at low speed, I was glad I ended up there or I would have hit 2 cars on the other side. This incident was very frightening for me and it discouraged me enough to get rid of it (please note, I had 40 pounds of salt-bag weight in the trunk to help weigh the vehicle down). It is probably obvious to many members here that I should not be driving a Cobra during the winter but it was my only car at the time. Perhaps I should have treated the Cobra like a Corvette where I should have only driven it during the summer months.
Thus, I traded in the Cobra in 2000 for a Mitsubishi Eclipse. The Eclipse is a nice car but it does not compare to the Mustang. After 5 years with the Eclipse, I have decided to return to the Mustang. I have visited many sites and dealerships. I am impressed with the improvements they have made to the Mustang. Although I am most displeased with the wide range of prices each dealership has for each Mustang. They are all trying to sell them from 3 to 7,000 above MSRP. This is unacceptable to me. I believe (probably as most of you already know) that Ford has purposely chosen the Supply and Demand route to boost profits of a Retro Model. I cannot say that I blame them one bit. Nonetheless, I am in the market for a Mustang.
My preference is a Mustang GT Convertible in yellow. I would like to add a hood scoop to it and maybe 17-inch rims. I am going to be patient and diligent in my buying process. I look forward to reading many more articles and postings about the Ford Mustang.
Thank you.
I am new to the forums. I have read many posts here to familiarize myself with the types of conversations going on. The result is that I am happy with the amount of information members are willing to share. It has been significantly helpful to me; especially that I am considering purchasing my second Mustang.
My first Mustang was a COBRA that I purchased about 7 years ago. I did not know much about Mustangs other than they looked good and were fast. I really enjoyed the Mustang for 2 years before I decided to give it up. The reason why I gave it up was because I spun out during the winter when I was going about 5 miles per hour. I was at a stoplight when the light turned green. I shifted into first gear and gently shifted into second gear when all of a sudden I lost control of the Mustang and spun around and ended up on top of the median. Although it was at low speed, I was glad I ended up there or I would have hit 2 cars on the other side. This incident was very frightening for me and it discouraged me enough to get rid of it (please note, I had 40 pounds of salt-bag weight in the trunk to help weigh the vehicle down). It is probably obvious to many members here that I should not be driving a Cobra during the winter but it was my only car at the time. Perhaps I should have treated the Cobra like a Corvette where I should have only driven it during the summer months.
Thus, I traded in the Cobra in 2000 for a Mitsubishi Eclipse. The Eclipse is a nice car but it does not compare to the Mustang. After 5 years with the Eclipse, I have decided to return to the Mustang. I have visited many sites and dealerships. I am impressed with the improvements they have made to the Mustang. Although I am most displeased with the wide range of prices each dealership has for each Mustang. They are all trying to sell them from 3 to 7,000 above MSRP. This is unacceptable to me. I believe (probably as most of you already know) that Ford has purposely chosen the Supply and Demand route to boost profits of a Retro Model. I cannot say that I blame them one bit. Nonetheless, I am in the market for a Mustang.
My preference is a Mustang GT Convertible in yellow. I would like to add a hood scoop to it and maybe 17-inch rims. I am going to be patient and diligent in my buying process. I look forward to reading many more articles and postings about the Ford Mustang.
Thank you.
05-31-2005, 11:04 PM
#4
6th Gear Member
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Cincinnati
Posts: 5,091
RE: New Member - My history
Welcome!
I've been in the snow situation many-a-times and I must say it sucks too. But, don't let that get you down, there's plenty of stangs out there, and I'm sure you'll find a perfect one soon.
I've been in the snow situation many-a-times and I must say it sucks too. But, don't let that get you down, there's plenty of stangs out there, and I'm sure you'll find a perfect one soon.
06-01-2005, 10:52 AM
#5
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 10
RE: New Member - My history
Actually, Ford doesn't make any additional money by the dealerships charging over MSRP. MSRP means Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price, not required. The dealerships make the extra money by charging more, not FOMOCO. This is the USA and the free market economy reigns = supply & demand. If the demand is very high, supply is low, then the price goes up. What's the solution? Patience. Wait until supply and demand balance out and then you can buy the 'stang just as you would any other car = below MSRP.
06-03-2005, 01:55 PM
#9
4th Gear Member
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Assachusetts
Posts: 1,899
RE: New Member - My history
ORIGINAL: Mister Roper
Just curious, why would you shift a Cobra to 2nd at 5MPH?
Just curious, why would you shift a Cobra to 2nd at 5MPH?
