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Why the 5.0 over a 370z?

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Old May 15, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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You should test drive the two, if you haven't already, and then make your decision.

Also, what's the big deal if there are several other mustangs in your area? I drove mine and saw maybe 20-25 other mustangs, but I didn't really care. I don't understand why that's a bad thing.
Old May 15, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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if u want performance and willing to fork out 36k i'd get an 05 or 06 c6 vette...sometimes performance isnt enuf i want some exotic looks too...if he's gonna drop 36 k just get a 2010 or 2009 gt and blow it and get performance. but if you want the exotic looks go with the Z.
Old May 15, 2010 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by SpartaPerformance
Build and price your Mustang <--- Follow that link and you can check out all the options and pricing while building a new Mustang. There are tons of options to choose from and $36K will get you a lot of toys. SYNC comes standard with GT Premium package the only other must have option as far as I'm concerned is the 3.73:1 rear gear for $395.
Yeah, I did that early. How bad will the gas mileage be with the 3.73:1?
Old May 15, 2010 | 09:05 PM
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Originally Posted by 99GTvert
You should test drive the two, if you haven't already, and then make your decision.

Also, what's the big deal if there are several other mustangs in your area? I drove mine and saw maybe 20-25 other mustangs, but I didn't really care. I don't understand why that's a bad thing.
It actually bothers me alot, and Im not the only one. Almost everyone I know says the same thing about seeing the same vehicle all over the place. Im not sure that would keep me from purchasing one, but it is in the back of my head.


Originally Posted by ronniegibson1978
if u want performance and willing to fork out 36k i'd get an 05 or 06 c6 vette...sometimes performance isnt enuf i want some exotic looks too...if he's gonna drop 36 k just get a 2010 or 2009 gt and blow it and get performance. but if you want the exotic looks go with the Z.
I cant stand the way vettes look, and those are also plentiful around here.
Old May 15, 2010 | 09:16 PM
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there are alot of z around too
Old May 15, 2010 | 09:36 PM
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If you buy the Mustang you won't have buyers remorse. You will want to keep it forever so get it optioned how you want.

If you have a stock account buy a few shares of Ford stock. Stock ownership will get you x plan pricing through corporate. Granted, x plan is generally a few hundred over invoice but on a hot selling car it's a few thousand better than paying sticker.

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Old May 15, 2010 | 09:44 PM
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I love the new 5.0 and they sound awesome but all I have to say for the Z is this: http://www.z1motorsports.com/g37_370...oducts_id=4393
Old May 15, 2010 | 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by JCON
I love the new 5.0 and they sound awesome but all I have to say for the Z is this: http://www.z1motorsports.com/g37_370...oducts_id=4393

Yeah, that was going to be my first step after i paid the car off. LOL
Old May 15, 2010 | 10:28 PM
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Originally Posted by JCON
I love the new 5.0 and they sound awesome but all I have to say for the Z is this: http://www.z1motorsports.com/g37_370...oducts_id=4393
So... just do that to the 5.0...

I was deciding between the 370z and the 5.0. I went with the Stang because I can fit 2 more passengers in the back. I'm looking to get into Auto Xing and I know that the 370z handles a lot better than the 5.0... but I'm sure I can get a good spring and shock set up to fix that issue.
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Originally Posted by BruceH
If you buy the Mustang you won't have buyers remorse. You will want to keep it forever so get it optioned how you want.

If you have a stock account buy a few shares of Ford stock. Stock ownership will get you x plan pricing through corporate. Granted, x plan is generally a few hundred over invoice but on a hot selling car it's a few thousand better than paying sticker.
How much will x plan save me in general?



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