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nuTinmuch · 02-04-2012, 11:36 AM

So what's this I hear about a Boss competition package for the 2013 GT? Also the seats?

Red__Zed · 02-04-2012, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by nuTinmuch

So what's this I hear about a Boss competition package for the 2013 GT? Also the seats?

the 2013 has some great options. I am thinking about snagging the boss LS torsen, kinda makes me wish I had waited and gotten it factory.

I'm such a whore for a good torsen

m4a1mustang · 02-04-2012, 11:57 AM

The Torsen has been available for a long time. I'm considering it or the Eaton.

I want to see the '13 GT Recaros. I *think* they're leather like the GT500, but without the GT500 markings. If so then I am buying them ASAP.

Red__Zed · 02-04-2012, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

The Torsen has been available for a long time. I'm considering it or the Eaton.

not as a factory installed option (or has it?)

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I want to see the '13 GT Recaros. I *think* they're leather like the GT500, but without the GT500 markings. If so then I am buying them ASAP.

m4a1mustang · 02-04-2012, 12:22 PM

I meant the ability to just buy one and install it yourself.

ZMan8 · 02-04-2012, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Yes, not sure if you read my story about how I ended up with the 5.0. Let me find the link and post it here. But bottomline, a 20 minute testdrive of the new 5.0 did it for me. All prior misconceptions I had were just that, a misconception...ill advised. I was a believer after 20 minutes.

As far as Z tranny, yes that was my one big beef. I got tired of it being labeled as "normal". The rattling, the sound of marbles, etc..... The 5.0 tranny is smooth but not without faults. It was a little vague, though short shifting. The MGW I did resolved all that.

Let me know how your test drive goes. And yes I would have LOVED to keep both cars in the stable... but I could not, since I am not so financially inclined as you may be. But yes, you will have the best of both worlds!!!

I wouldn't be testing it out until late summer at the earliest, maybe even later than that since I'm trying to buy a new house. New house or 5.0....hmmm

My tranny rattles only in first mostly; especially when you let off gas while in first. What bothers me more is the "sensitive" aspect. It's not very forgiving and a bit hard to figure out at first.

ZMan8 · 02-04-2012, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

The Torsen has been available for a long time. I'm considering it or the Eaton.

I want to see the '13 GT Recaros. I *think* they're leather like the GT500, but without the GT500 markings. If so then I am buying them ASAP.

bullitt5897 · 02-04-2012, 08:28 PM

Im waiting for the 2013 gt500

dasoupdude · 02-04-2012, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Bullitt@UAMotorsports

Im waiting for the 2013 gt500

Dear God, the power just keeps on getting exponentially higher and higher.

m4a1mustang · 02-04-2012, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dasoupdude

Dear God, the power just keeps on getting exponentially higher and higher.

It's just one big HP party 'til the Gubment comes and takes our power.

bullitt5897 · 02-04-2012, 08:49 PM

Exactly! Get my 650hp stang and watch as the goberment makes it impossible to make any more

FromG2Z · 02-04-2012, 09:20 PM

Steve, you might want to take a look at the cost of the recaros. It's like 1500 bucks. That's steep. I will be happy with my leathers

The 2013 is just ok. No kona, terrible black plastic license plate surrounds...makes me glad I got my 2012.

Btw, side note... Wife and i test drove a 2012 focus SE today. What a surprisingly fun and spirited car to drive. Almost traded my aging 2002 civic right then and there. That chassis is amazing. Ford is reeeeeally impressing me lately.

Red__Zed · 02-04-2012, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Steve, you might want to take a look at the cost of the recaros. It's like 1500 bucks. That's steep. I will be happy with my leathers

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my thoughts exactly. so many other good options for less than $1500 too

m4a1mustang · 02-04-2012, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by FromG2Z

Steve, you might want to take a look at the cost of the recaros. It's like 1500 bucks. That's steep. I will be happy with my leathers

The 2013 is just ok. No kona, terrible black plastic license plate surrounds...makes me glad I got my 2012.

Btw, side note... Wife and i test drove a 2012 focus SE today. What a surprisingly fun and spirited car to drive. Almost traded my aging 2002 civic right then and there. That chassis is amazing. Ford is reeeeeally impressing me lately.

If they are only $1500 then I am jumping on them.

m4a1mustang · 02-04-2012, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

my thoughts exactly. so many other good options for less than $1500 too

Nothing in leather at the quality of Recaro.

I'll either get the GT Recaros or the Recaros that come in the TT-RS, or Sparco Milano Prestige. But I'd prefer to get the GT Recaros since they retain the side airbags.

02-04-2012, 11:36 AM	#2611 (permalink)
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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	The Torsen has been available for a long time. I'm considering it or the Eaton. I want to see the '13 GT Recaros. I think they're leather like the GT500, but without the GT500 markings. If so then I am buying them ASAP. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	I meant the ability to just buy one and install it yourself. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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02-04-2012, 08:49 PM	#2621 (permalink)
bullitt5897 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North GA Posts: 6,831 Drives: Twin Turbo Z34 Rep Power: 3682	Exactly! Get my 650hp stang and watch as the goberment makes it impossible to make any more __________________ *Shop Cars: 2013 318whp Nismo VspecII 370z SOLD, 2009 1000hp+ 93oct 4.0L TT 370z Fast Intentions STAGE 4 #054*

02-04-2012, 09:20 PM	#2622 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	Steve, you might want to take a look at the cost of the recaros. It's like 1500 bucks. That's steep. I will be happy with my leathers The 2013 is just ok. No kona, terrible black plastic license plate surrounds...makes me glad I got my 2012. Btw, side note... Wife and i test drove a 2012 focus SE today. What a surprisingly fun and spirited car to drive. Almost traded my aging 2002 civic right then and there. That chassis is amazing. Ford is reeeeeally impressing me lately. __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra