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Old 05-21-2012, 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by onederful100
get the GT!
you wont regret it.
the only thing you are regretting right now is not having the GT.
Another thing too, sometimes you should just make that jump, just make sure it is done with care and thought lol.
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Old 05-21-2012, 12:59 PM
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If the finances are available I say go for it. You wont regret it in the least bit.
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Old 05-21-2012, 01:34 PM
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You seem to pretty much have all the bases covered, you already know not to make in impulse buy and you already have the biggest approval in your fiance.

Start checking around local dealer websites and Autotrader (narrow the listings down based on your exact criteria, year, v8, auto/man, miles, price and color).

When you see something that you think is a good buy, check out the value online and let that help make your decision a wise one. Many times you will be able to talk a little off the asking price also.
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Old 05-21-2012, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by cema93
xkape, I am looking for some backup. I am looking for a big reason not to...
You won't find a reason not to because there isn't one. Go with the V8... you won't regret it!
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Old 05-21-2012, 01:53 PM
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Get the GT.. the v6 is great for someone who doesn't mash the pedal or care to go fast, but the v8's torque makes driving so much fun.

If it were me, i'd probably wait a year or so and see how much I can get a 2011 5.0 for... since they have over 100 extra ponies. You could do every bolt on for the 4.6 and still not be quite as quick as a stock 5.0.
The stock 4.6L is not all that powerful, needs another 50 hp, but i'm sure it feels way faster than the v6. I'm kind of spoiled cause mine came supercharged with around 400 hp. My roommate has a stock auto 2005 v6 so I know how that feels.
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Old 05-21-2012, 04:00 PM
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You can get good deals on remaining 2012's as dealers are trying to get them off the lot. Check out cars.com and talk to several dealers. 15-20% off MSRP(that's including current rebates). Don't accept the 1st, 2nd or 3rd offer!
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Old 05-21-2012, 05:21 PM
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Dang it! Jas 5 lol now u got me thinkin about that. Those coyote engines are amazing. They get just as good of gas mileage as my 07 v6. I knew they had 412 hp but idk. I always look at people with a 2010 and wonder WHY?? Just wait another year and u could have gotten an amazing stang. V6 or v8

I would have to wait 2 years at least. Hmm. I did find an '07 GT with under 12k miles for $14k
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Old 05-21-2012, 06:38 PM
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Boost your V6? I mean it is "yours" and you obviously take care of it, it appears to look good. I say hit up american muscle and find a good SC kit... like this

http://www.americanmuscle.com/procha...ut-0510v6.html
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Old 05-21-2012, 06:42 PM
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I sold my v6 and got the v8! Best decision EVER!
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Old 05-21-2012, 06:44 PM
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I think you would be happy with an 03-04 termi(I know I would, those things are sex) or an 05-09 gt. The new 5.0s are nice but I think you would enjoy either of the others I mentioned just as much for less money. You won't go quite as fast(unless you get an 03-04 termi, those things fly), but you'll have the v8 sound and they're no slouch at all.
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