Looks like people are getting their 5.0's

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05-27-2010, 10:14 PM

#21

Unleashedbeast

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Originally Posted by mdg

As much as I like the 5.0, I determined that it was financially more beneficial to me to have the supercharger installed, as opposed to extending an auto loan for an additional four years. Plus, I get more power. Nice to see them out there though.

You and I think exactly alike, but it's also because I can't stand the rear end of the 2010/2011. I've tried too, but can't make myself like it.

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Originally Posted by atldave

As much as I love driving a stick, I opted for an auto because I have to commute long hours in stop-and-go traffic. It just makes a lot of sense for those of us who use our Stangs for DDs.

Only once did I wish I had an auto. I was in Dallas, Tx. on I-20....5 lanes of traffic barely moving.

That was in the early 2000's (forget exactly what year). I refuse to buy an auto in a muscle car, ever. When I bought my GT I wanted a CS/GT, but the lot only had them in autos...so I choose the regular GT.

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05-27-2010, 10:27 PM

#22

Joe in Dublin

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Got my vin and a build date of june 23, ford site does not show my vin, i guess it takes a few days to get into the system....

05-27-2010, 10:33 PM

#23

delirious89

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recieved mine last fri the 21st im in mass i love it!

05-28-2010, 04:43 AM

#24

Mitchstavely

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Yes, there were three on the lot here yesterday. I came close to trading. However, the auto premium had 3.15 gears. Also, I'd have to agree. I just can't get past the rear end change. Premium model sticker was $36,000

they had two base GT models with 3:55's for $30,000. Think I’ll super charge my 07 GT and maybe look at getting the 5.0 create motor down the road

05-28-2010, 07:05 AM

#25

Nuke

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Originally Posted by Mitchstavely

..I just can't get past the rear end change...

As much as I hate to repeat it.... +1

That's the only killer for me to trade up to a 5.0

05-28-2010, 09:51 AM

#26

akiba17

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I'm just waiting on someone to swap a 5.0 into a 05-09 so I can get a clear picture on how much trouble it is.

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05-28-2010, 10:04 AM

#27

Nuke

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Originally Posted by akiba17

I'm just waiting on someone to swap a 5.0 into a 05-09 so I can get a clear picture on how trouble it is.

I'm with you on that one.

05-28-2010, 11:01 AM

#28

WeinerDog

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Originally Posted by alec231236

You know what I mean. See a brand new 5.0 on the street, I'd be excited

Heh. heh. Just kiddin' with ya. I'm not sure whether I want to go drive one or not.

I think I'll just wait and see what '12 (BOSS) brings. Still planning on getting a 50th in '14. Maybe even a GT500. I mean, how much longer can they possibly keep building 550HP muscle cars?

05-28-2010, 11:14 AM

#29

SirKnightTG

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I have doubts about 2014 models in terms of power, or at least a V8 option. CAFE rules are getting tougher. I don't think we'll see a GT500 like it is today in 2014. It'll have to have a smaller engine most likely and maybe turbo'd.

I'm thinking about getting a 2012 Boss 302.

The weird thing is, when I see the new rear in pictures I kind of hate it. But when I see it in person I don't. I was looking at a 2011 GT/CS on Wednesday and the rear didn't actually bother me much. Sure I prefer mine still, but I hated it less than when I see pics.