mazdaspeedster3
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- Mazdaspeed3. 2008
Even so (I have heard there are 3 motors, rumors though as anything is right now) 36k for a Mustang GT is retarded... No matter how you look at it that is expensive for that car, period!
Steve went new car shopping today...
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Even so (I have heard there are 3 motors, rumors though as anything is right now) 36k for a Mustang GT is retarded... No matter how you look at it that is expensive for that car, period!
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- 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 Sport
For that price what's to keep those same power-thirsty folks from just buying a 135i instead? 3.5L V6 twin turbo with BMW engineering and amazing handling? I think I know what I'd spend my 35k on.
Silver Ecstasy
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Don't forget where we live! We see Mustangs everywhere, including all the new prototype and test cars. It's hard not to want some good ol fashioned muscle in modern day clothes!
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If I lived up there I'd probably buy a SS Camaro on impulse and kick myself when your Soviet-like Winter sets in.
Silver Ecstasy
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Exactly!! That's why there's a pretty interesting ratio of Mustang buyers here in the metro-Detroit area.
40% are purchased in GT trim or higher - and are also garaged in winter. (These guys think they are faster than everyone and get fairly upset when our "Japanese" cars keep up or pull on them)
50% are purchased with V6's. They like the "look" without needing the power, or basically thought they'd be just fine in the winter since it's not a full-bore Mustang. Wrong.
10% are enthusiasts without the finances for a winter-beater and will basically drive the car, regardless of weather.
Those arn't proven statistics, just my own guess.
40% are purchased in GT trim or higher - and are also garaged in winter. (These guys think they are faster than everyone and get fairly upset when our "Japanese" cars keep up or pull on them)
50% are purchased with V6's. They like the "look" without needing the power, or basically thought they'd be just fine in the winter since it's not a full-bore Mustang. Wrong.
10% are enthusiasts without the finances for a winter-beater and will basically drive the car, regardless of weather.
Those arn't proven statistics, just my own guess.
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- 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 Sport
St. Louis doesn't get a lot of snow, but we get several ice storms throughout the winter that will cripple anything that's not either FWD or AWD.
Even when we get snow they don't clean the roads well. That's why I had to get rid of my 330i. I couldn't get to the office in the winter.
Even when we get snow they don't clean the roads well. That's why I had to get rid of my 330i. I couldn't get to the office in the winter.
Silver Ecstasy
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Well, it's nothing that a good set of winter tires couldn't handle - but it's not easy with that kind of car in the winter. You end up raping your clutch having to drag on it so the torque doesn't overwhelm the conditions.
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- 2011 Mustang GT
Although 35k is a lot of money, it's right on par or ahead of comparible cars in the segment. If people want to sit and have the stigma that a Mustang is an inferior car for that price, that's your opinion. Go look at one and see what options are available for that price. You're seeing things that are class leading and firsts for the 'pony car' class.
And, after A-plan, that car is looking at $31k after TTL. I'll take a $5000 price cut and walk away happy.
And, after A-plan, that car is looking at $31k after TTL. I'll take a $5000 price cut and walk away happy.
Silver Ecstasy
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Well, $31k minus another down payment of $6000, and you're going to have a loaded GT Mustang for less than your MS6 hehe.
But, the rest of the country doesn't always qualify for A-plan, hence leaving less reasons to pick a "muscle" car over an equally-equipped, equally-priced, more versatile vehicle.
But, the rest of the country doesn't always qualify for A-plan, hence leaving less reasons to pick a "muscle" car over an equally-equipped, equally-priced, more versatile vehicle.
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- 2011 Mustang GT
Not quite. When I bought the MS6, I paid $20,800 after TTL.
And yes, people qualify for A-plan, but in other parts of the country, it's much less prevalent than we see in the Metro area.
At this time I'm not worrying about a car, I went to look and see what was available and price out some options.
Silver Ecstasy
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Well, if you buy it, I'm coming with!
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- 2011 Mustang GT
LOL, I'll keep ya posted. Right now order banks for 2011 MY Fords don't come out til Nov of this year. we'll know more then.
mazdaspeedster3
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- Mazdaspeed3. 2008
No matter how you look at it it is a $600 a month payment (not including your insurance hike) and the idea that they dont make a snow tire that will control a 500hp rwd car so having a second vehicle will be a must. I know you like them, that is cool, but they are priced ridiculously for honestly what they are. They are not a BMW, STI, EVO or anything comparable in that price range.
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- 2011 Mustang GT
So, for comparison, build a similar 335, G37, or 370z. I would be willing to bet they'll be even more expensive than the Mustang is.
I plan on putting enough down to bring the payment back down too. A-plan is a decent chunk off, and they're offering incentives, and will most likely be doing that next year too.
And yes, I'd most likely get a winter beater. Hopefully a truck of some kind.
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- 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 Sport
Just an FYI, there's a 2006 Z06 with less than 10,000 on the odometer for $25,000 on autotrader...
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- 2011 Mustang GT
Wow, that's a killer deal! Another car I wouldn't mind having down the road, especially if it's not my DD.
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- 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 Sport
I think it's even in Michigan to boot.
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- 2007 Mazdaspeed 6 Sport
For a half a second I almost opted to drive to MI and trade the MS6...
