Posters selling their Z for a GT

papashango · 12-02-2010, 01:38 PM

If i could have both cars my life would be perfect haha. I find they are good complements

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by papashango

If i could have both cars my life would be perfect haha. I find they are good complements

Exactly. In a perfect world I'd have a 370Z Roadster to compliment the 5.0.

papashango · 12-02-2010, 01:39 PM

m4a, really why did you switch?

ThoriumHotdog · 12-02-2010, 01:40 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, 01:44 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, 01:43 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, 01:45 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, 01:46 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, 01:51 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.

The BlueMax · 12-04-2010, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by '10Anamoly

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.

I have to agree with 10Anomoly I really miss that low end torque and V8 sound. I think the evolution will follow with a redesinged G37 hybrid that will put out around 400HP but there will be compromises in weight, price, and useful operating time. Hyundai refuses to slow down and wants to offer the Genisis Coup with a V8, which would give you that magical marriage of an asian sports car with advanced V8. I'm starting to listen to Nissan Titan Pickup V8s, [Invinity M56s are rare]. I hope they don't offer a hybrid 370z, the
5.6L V8 would be my first choice followed by some sort of detuned Skyline motor. A Ford GT 5.0 would have to be concerned with a V8 Genesis Coup on the road.

Jeffblue · 12-02-2010, 02:05 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, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffblue

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:

I have limited knowledge of the Sync system as I haven't read but a page or two of the manual yet, but when you receive a text message the system will read you the text. You can reply or send a new text through the steering wheel controls by choosing between 20 pre-set messages. I think there is a way to do voice-to-text for unique messages but I haven't figured that out yet. Everything is controllable by voice in the Sync system or by the steering controls, but again, I don't know how to do it yet. The Sync manual is like 10,000 pages long.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 01:54 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, 01:56 PM

This belongs here.

m4a1mustang · 12-02-2010, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ThoriumHotdog

This belongs here.

12-02-2010, 01:45 PM	#7 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	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, 01:51 PM	#9 (permalink)
'10Anamoly Track Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: GA Posts: 882 Drives: 2010 370Z BS M6 Rep Power: 17	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 01:57 PM.

12-02-2010, 01:54 PM	#13 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	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, 01:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
papashango Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Northeast Posts: 44 Drives: Japanese Rep Power: 15	If i could have both cars my life would be perfect haha. I find they are good complements

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papashango Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Northeast Posts: 44 Drives: Japanese Rep Power: 15	m4a, really why did you switch?

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ThoriumHotdog A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: TX Posts: 1,104 Drives: Turbo CRX si Rep Power: 17	This belongs here.