Posters selling their Z for a GT

papashango · 12-02-2010, 02:39 PM

m4a, really why did you switch?

ThoriumHotdog · 12-02-2010, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by papashango

m4a, really why did you switch?

He was tired of his username not making any sense.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by papashango

m4a, really why did you switch?

It was a number of reasons, but mainly I'd say it was the power. I have the Brembo package Mustang which comes with the brakes (obviously) and the sport suspension (stiffer springs, shocks, and revised stability control and traction control programming) which has probably 95% of the handling of the 370, so I didn't feel like I was giving anything up.

Plus I really felt like I needed a change. I grew frustrated with the lack of any low-end grunt with the Z and it started to feel stale to me. I had it for 1.5 years and 27,500 miles so I felt like I really got a lot out of that relationship and that it was time to move on and try a new car.

We'll see how long I keep this one. One of our members, Modshack, who also went from a 370 to a Brembo pkg 5.0 has had something like 56 cars... I fear I am going to be like him.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ThoriumHotdog

He was tired of his username not making any sense.

If that was really the case I'd be flying right now.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 02:45 PM

Also my car has Sync so I get to send really annoying text messages to JeffBlue and theDreamer while driving around.

theDreamer · 12-02-2010, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Also my car has Sync so I get to send really annoying text messages to JeffBlue and theDreamer while driving around.

Yep, and usually I am driving when I get them and just go....

'10Anamoly · 12-02-2010, 02:51 PM

I drove the 5.0, and yes it has some really good kick from 3500rpms to redline but you prob want the 3.73+ gears because it sure isnt anything like a 6.3L LS3 motor down low. That and the interior is typical Ford blandness, BOOORING and uninspired. The loaded ones are a great deal, no doubt, but I love my Z. Two seater, FR layout, awesome interior, excellent handling, reliability, near top of the line V6 in power, enough potential for upgrades, and its looks simply smash the 5.0, its a clear winner for me.

Add the fact that you can get them up to around 360-370hp at the crank with full exhaust/intake and tune and you're not that terribly far off from the 5.0. Yes it will win and it kicks harder down low, but its not going to be smoking you like a new vette would at that point. I'd probably take my $35k and buy a C5 Z06 in mint shape with low miles if I wanted max power for the money. It will handle the 5.0 just fine and then some.

I only had to be in that car for about 2 sec before I was done. When I left, I felt like I was back in a Ferrari sitting in the 370Z interior after the 5.0.

Cant argue though, feeling faster or not the 5.0 will out run you unless you have FI. It all comes down to what you want. Miata's feel amazing until you see the speedometer slowly crossing 50mph after about 6-7 sec.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 02:54 PM

The great thing about the Base 370 is that you still get the premium interior sans the seats, but even then the base sport seats in the Z are great. The base Mustang is VERY plain and they don't use the good sport/cloth fabric like the Z does...

The Premium is on par with the Touring Z, but the base is just blah. I could NEVER own a base Mustang. The only time I'd buy a base model is if I was planning on tearing it down to turn into a track machine.

But my Premium package 5.0 is super comfy and the steering wheel, seats, and other leather appointments are fab.

ThoriumHotdog · 12-02-2010, 02:56 PM

This belongs here.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ThoriumHotdog

This belongs here.

ClemsonWill · 12-02-2010, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Basically I was on vacation in St. Louis when a black panel van pulled up next to me on the street and masked men dragged me in, then knocked me unconcious. I woke up on the floor of some lavish office. Dazed and confused, I got up and looked around. There was an odd chair made out of a bear sitting in front of the office desk with a note that said, "please have a seat." So, I sat down and all of a sudden this bear grabbed me. Next thing I knew I was sore and driving home in a 5.0.

Sounds like the bear violated you pretty good!

I looked at the 5.0s when I bought my Z. If you get one that is fully loaded they are pretty nice inside. Much better than camaro imo. In the end the Z had plenty of power and quality for me.

ClemsonWill · 12-02-2010, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ThoriumHotdog

This belongs here.

Vanilla Ice wishes he could take that back so bad.

Jeffblue · 12-02-2010, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Also my car has Sync so I get to send really annoying text messages to JeffBlue and theDreamer while driving around.

yea dude wtf how the hell does that work? i still don't understand!

i would also like to add that i got a text message from steve, while i was at the gas station that simply said 'no.' There was no txt conversation going on whatsoever, but i recieved:

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no

Sent from my Ford 5.0

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ClemsonWill

Sounds like the bear violated you pretty good!

I looked at the 5.0s when I bought my Z. If you get one that is fully loaded they are pretty nice inside. Much better than camaro imo. In the end the Z had plenty of power and quality for me.

People PM me all the time asking for my opinions about the 370 and 5.0. The only thing I can really tell them is what type of 370 and what type of 5.0 they should test drive and that they are both great cars and great values. In the end, you buy what you like the best, but you can't go wrong with either the 370 or 5.0.

The way I see it is you can choose between an iconic sports car with a 332hp V6 or an iconic American muscle car with a 412 hp v8. Both go, stop, and turn like hell. What a tough life we all lead!

If those of us posting here today did not have balls, this thread would have been aptly titled: "Posters selling their Prius for an Insight?"

PapoZalsa · 12-02-2010, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ClemsonWill

Most made the move because they wanted the extra power and torque while still remaining in the same price range. For what it is the GT is a great buy.

Same price range? NOT!!!!!!!!!!

12-02-2010, 02:45 PM	#20 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	Also my car has Sync so I get to send really annoying text messages to JeffBlue and theDreamer while driving around. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

12-02-2010, 02:51 PM	#22 (permalink)
'10Anamoly Track Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: GA Posts: 882 Drives: 2010 370Z BS M6 Rep Power: 16	I drove the 5.0, and yes it has some really good kick from 3500rpms to redline but you prob want the 3.73+ gears because it sure isnt anything like a 6.3L LS3 motor down low. That and the interior is typical Ford blandness, BOOORING and uninspired. The loaded ones are a great deal, no doubt, but I love my Z. Two seater, FR layout, awesome interior, excellent handling, reliability, near top of the line V6 in power, enough potential for upgrades, and its looks simply smash the 5.0, its a clear winner for me. Add the fact that you can get them up to around 360-370hp at the crank with full exhaust/intake and tune and you're not that terribly far off from the 5.0. Yes it will win and it kicks harder down low, but its not going to be smoking you like a new vette would at that point. I'd probably take my $35k and buy a C5 Z06 in mint shape with low miles if I wanted max power for the money. It will handle the 5.0 just fine and then some. I only had to be in that car for about 2 sec before I was done. When I left, I felt like I was back in a Ferrari sitting in the 370Z interior after the 5.0. Cant argue though, feeling faster or not the 5.0 will out run you unless you have FI. It all comes down to what you want. Miata's feel amazing until you see the speedometer slowly crossing 50mph after about 6-7 sec. __________________ 2013 Ford Mustang GT 374rwhp, 360rwtq SAE / GT500 Axle-Backs / Brembo Pack / Track Pack / Recaros / 6spd Last edited by '10Anamoly; 12-02-2010 at 02:57 PM.

12-02-2010, 02:54 PM	#23 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	The great thing about the Base 370 is that you still get the premium interior sans the seats, but even then the base sport seats in the Z are great. The base Mustang is VERY plain and they don't use the good sport/cloth fabric like the Z does... The Premium is on par with the Touring Z, but the base is just blah. I could NEVER own a base Mustang. The only time I'd buy a base model is if I was planning on tearing it down to turn into a track machine. But my Premium package 5.0 is super comfy and the steering wheel, seats, and other leather appointments are fab. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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12-02-2010, 02:39 PM	#16 (permalink)
papashango Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Northeast Posts: 44 Drives: Japanese Rep Power: 14	m4a, really why did you switch?

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