My 2011 GT order sheet
#32
That 3.15 gear may not be too bad. I read on the thread by FordEngineer that he felt first gear on the auto was very short on the car he was driving. Combine a short 1st gear with the torque multiplication of the converter and it may launch pretty nice.
I know my 4.6 with the 5 speeed stick would suck wind with a 3.15 - but the 5.0 and a short 1st gear auto may be okay.
I know my 4.6 with the 5 speeed stick would suck wind with a 3.15 - but the 5.0 and a short 1st gear auto may be okay.
#34
40.2K for a Mustang GT. Holy cow. I remember when they were half that fully loaded.
I now kind of hate to think about what a new Boss 302 would cost if they make one for 2012. The idea to buy a used 2010 Shelby GT500 (for < 40K I hope - I think that's possible in 2 years or less) sure sounds real good right now.
If it were me, I'd drop the auto and get the Brembos instead.
I now kind of hate to think about what a new Boss 302 would cost if they make one for 2012. The idea to buy a used 2010 Shelby GT500 (for < 40K I hope - I think that's possible in 2 years or less) sure sounds real good right now.
If it were me, I'd drop the auto and get the Brembos instead.
I'd love to drop the Auto, but there is just way too much traffic on my daily commute for that to be worth it. Plus, the GF would never learn to drive stick and she'll be driving the Stang every once in a while.
That 3.15 gear may not be too bad. I read on the thread by FordEngineer that he felt first gear on the auto was very short on the car he was driving. Combine a short 1st gear with the torque multiplication of the converter and it may launch pretty nice.
I know my 4.6 with the 5 speeed stick would suck wind with a 3.15 - but the 5.0 and a short 1st gear auto may be okay.
I know my 4.6 with the 5 speeed stick would suck wind with a 3.15 - but the 5.0 and a short 1st gear auto may be okay.
#35
Congrats man. No sooner did I drive my '10 off the lot and they were already announcing a 5.0 with 97 more hp and 65 more lb/ft torque, while allegedly retaining the same mpg. I have to say I am a little jealous! But I will still love my '10 for years to come and appreciate the new 5.0. I'm sure you will have a blast with your '11 despite the fact that its auto!
#36
The price tag is scaring me as well, but I have a third of it covered in a down payment, so the financing shouldn't be too bad. Plus, it's a car I've wanted for a while and plan on keeping for a while. Worth it to me.
I'd love to drop the Auto, but there is just way too much traffic on my daily commute for that to be worth it. Plus, the GF would never learn to drive stick and she'll be driving the Stang every once in a while.
I like the Ford stuff. Don't know why, but I do. The 19s look great on there and I don't want to get too crazy with appearance mods. I know i'll get the itch eventually, but I'm starting out with just a few additions.
Now that you mention it, I remember reading that now. Hopefully it won't be too noticeable. Would have loved to driven one first, but I guess the first time I'll drive one will be when I drive mine off the lot.
I'd love to drop the Auto, but there is just way too much traffic on my daily commute for that to be worth it. Plus, the GF would never learn to drive stick and she'll be driving the Stang every once in a while.
I like the Ford stuff. Don't know why, but I do. The 19s look great on there and I don't want to get too crazy with appearance mods. I know i'll get the itch eventually, but I'm starting out with just a few additions.
Now that you mention it, I remember reading that now. Hopefully it won't be too noticeable. Would have loved to driven one first, but I guess the first time I'll drive one will be when I drive mine off the lot.
#37
I appreciate the response and comments, and I do take them with a grain of salt, but in the end, it really is just easier to do this the way I'm doing it.
I made the choice on the Auto for the simple convenience of it, both driving myself and when she drives it.
Not going to get all bent out of shape because I don't have a stick shift.
I made the choice on the Auto for the simple convenience of it, both driving myself and when she drives it.
Not going to get all bent out of shape because I don't have a stick shift.
#38
I appreciate the response and comments, and I do take them with a grain of salt, but in the end, it really is just easier to do this the way I'm doing it.
I made the choice on the Auto for the simple convenience of it, both driving myself and when she drives it.
Not going to get all bent out of shape because I don't have a stick shift.
I made the choice on the Auto for the simple convenience of it, both driving myself and when she drives it.
Not going to get all bent out of shape because I don't have a stick shift.