Manual or Automatic GT or BOSS? Can't decide
06-03-2011, 03:15 PM
#22
honestly, manual shifting is all based upon the driver and the set up of the car. I would recommend the gt or the boss. you need decide what kind of tranny you get though. However, i have a manual 07 gt and it's basically second hand knowledge. With a little practice, it's like not even shifting gears and yes i also multitask while driving from using the phone to having my hand occupied by the fiance. It's really simple. Good luck with whatever you choose.
06-04-2011, 02:23 AM
#25
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Lots of good feedback thanks all. I have thought about it. The main reasons for liking the Boss is that it is a performance vehicle and looks bad and nobody hardly has one...but I'm put off by the lack of options. Just a few too less for the price. So, now, I've actually been looking for slightly used 2011 GT500's !!! Performance + options. I found a couple I like but they are about 6000 more than a fully loaded 2012 GT Premium. I'm gonna see if one of the two dealers can bring it down closer to 40K. If they can, I may have found the car! There is a Kona blue one and a black one...neither have stripes. Both priced 46-47K, SVT Package. 40K...and I"m there! Fingers crossed.
08-06-2011, 04:54 PM
#27
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i love the sound of saying "Boss 3-0-2" but i think for the money a regular gt is fine. a boss will net a bit more on resale but the paint schemes on them are ehhh and i think they can do better in up coming years.
08-06-2011, 05:29 PM
#28
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Both transmissions are great but I'm getting the Auto. The 5.0 will be my DD and I need my coffee in the morning, 
. I agree about the manual holding the exhaust note better and such but for me the auto will be a better choice. Now for the Shelby it's a manual and I wouldn't want it any other way!!!
. I agree about the manual holding the exhaust note better and such but for me the auto will be a better choice. Now for the Shelby it's a manual and I wouldn't want it any other way!!!
08-06-2011, 06:05 PM
#29
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OP if you're still considering a Boss, one of the dealers here has one.
www.santanford.com
It's a good dealership and where i have service performed on our 2 Fords.
www.santanford.com
It's a good dealership and where i have service performed on our 2 Fords.