Traded My '05 GTO For A New GT

EXGTO · September 5th, 2006, 01:47 PM

Hello,

I just traded my 05 GTO on a new silver GT 5-speed. I took it right in the shorts on my trade, as GTO depreciation is terrible; however, the 0% for 72 made up the difference.

The GTO interior is nicer, and it has more room and power, but it is more expensive to modify, and it's only a few tenths slower in the 1/4, which I can live with. What really swayed me was the concept of no interest, and I love the retro styling. Not to mention that the Challenger I am droolibg over will be almost twice the cost of my GT by the time the dealers get done raping prospective buyers.

Anyway - looking forward to learning more.

99mustang232 · September 5th, 2006, 01:53 PM

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ckthecerealkiller · September 5th, 2006, 02:20 PM

Welcome to the dark blue oval side! Muahahahahaha...

Hehe glad to have another enthusiast!!

flattusmaximus78 · September 5th, 2006, 03:16 PM

It feels good doesnt it lol.... Welcome to modded mustangs. Anything you will ever need to know is here. I think you made the right choice on the car.

My dad owns one with a ton of stuff done to it, and its hours of fun....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWYcK85AzsU

orangeRcode · September 5th, 2006, 03:46 PM

Welcome to MM and the big blue oval. The GTOs can be quick but need alot of work to get them there. There are several out our local track and can't keep up with most of my Mach buddies. You will enjoy the GT and Ford Racing has 2 different kits - Drag pack and Handling pack that really step up the GT. A buddy of mine has both on this 05 and he keeps up with me pretty good.

EXGTO · September 5th, 2006, 05:58 PM

Hmm. a drag pack. I like that. Do I just ring my dealer up?

AM1AW · September 5th, 2006, 09:38 PM

For information on where to purchase FFRP products go here. You can search around the site amd look up stuff you would like, the just click on where to buy and go from there.

orangeRcode · September 6th, 2006, 12:41 AM

Drag pack - 4.10s, CAI, shortie headers, and Hurst short throw shifter. Will lower 1/4 mile times by .5 http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=8987
Handling pack - lowering springs, struts, sway bars, and strut tower brace http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=8976

GTsetGO · September 6th, 2006, 09:51 AM

Did he actually say that a GM product had nicer interior???? Just kidding. Nice switch brah.

KaZpeR · September 6th, 2006, 03:48 PM

im sorry for what im about to say so i hope i dont offend any one but F**K the new gtos PERIOD

i hate them

they shoulda made them retro like all the other muscle cars these days

L33T · September 6th, 2006, 04:07 PM

Welcome to MM!
Grats on the switch, you have lots to learn too!

Anything you need help on this is a great place to ask.

orangeRcode · September 6th, 2006, 04:33 PM

It's too bad that GM didn't have a usable 2 door RWD platform for the GTO. Thus, the reason to go with the Aussie grand am. You can't deny the potency of the LS2 6.0. The exterior styling (or lack thereof) along with IRS and being pig-heavy are not in their favor. The interior and hp are awesome IMHO. I wish Ford believed in that kind of displacement.

The good thing about the GTO, Challenger, and soon to be introduced Camaro is the competition for Ford. It will force them to bring in some more potent engine combos to compete.

psycho bob · September 6th, 2006, 05:00 PM

you can find the frpp parts online for cheaper. i would take the price to the ford parts department and see if the will lower their price. congrats on the new better ride. only 3 months before i get mine...

GTNorm · September 6th, 2006, 06:46 PM

Welcome to MM and congrats on seeing the light.I agree the GTO missed the retro look and no matter how fast it may be it can never be a muscle car it just plain looks like it was made in Japan.I have enjoyed showing a couple of them my taillights already

bryan grilli · September 11th, 2006, 10:20 PM

Hey V8stanggt, That was wy first love back in January, Till I traded it in on the steeda... I had the same rims too!!! SWEET combo. Best of luck with it.

ShawnyB · November 30th, 2006, 03:29 PM

I am jealous of 05/06 GTOs - 400hp naturally aspirated at the flywheel. I wish Ford put 400hp naturally aspirated in my 05 Stang GT. I am sure in a few years ford will catch up.....after all when the new Camaros and Trans Ams come out - the Stang will need to keep up!

Norse1974 · November 30th, 2006, 07:02 PM

Originally Posted by ShawnyB

I am jealous of 05/06 GTOs - 400hp naturally aspirated at the flywheel. I wish Ford put 400hp naturally aspirated in my 05 Stang GT. I am sure in a few years ford will catch up.....after all when the new Camaros and Trans Ams come out - the Stang will need to keep up!

Yeah the LS1 & LS2 motors are awesome!But the GTO platform just murders thier performance ability!Ive heard more than one chevy guy state their dislike of the GTO & the name its giving Chevy performance!I have seen some fast ones though(With a ton of work done).

Norse1974 · November 30th, 2006, 07:04 PM

EXGTO,
Welcome to MM!Your gonna have alot of fun with that ride!I would reccomend doing a tune on your ride first then some gears & you will be amazed!I PROMISE you that!

Bish · December 1st, 2006, 12:52 AM

Welcome to MM.

ChrisJ · December 1st, 2006, 01:13 AM

Welcome over from the dark side...

Pics?

September 5th, 2006, 01:47 PM	#1
EXGTO Newbie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 4 iTrader: 0 reviews	Traded My '05 GTO For A New GT Hello, I just traded my 05 GTO on a new silver GT 5-speed. I took it right in the shorts on my trade, as GTO depreciation is terrible; however, the 0% for 72 made up the difference. The GTO interior is nicer, and it has more room and power, but it is more expensive to modify, and it's only a few tenths slower in the 1/4, which I can live with. What really swayed me was the concept of no interest, and I love the retro styling. Not to mention that the Challenger I am droolibg over will be almost twice the cost of my GT by the time the dealers get done raping prospective buyers. Anyway - looking forward to learning more.

September 5th, 2006, 01:53 PM	#2
99mustang232 MM Fanatic 1999 Ford Mustang V6 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: newport news, va Posts: 3,745 iTrader: 0 reviews	welcome to moddedmustangs, be sure to join our member's map! let us know if you have any questions or looking for mod suggestions! __________________ ...even fire and single cammin 1986 Ford F-150 5.0L 2WD 1994 Toyota Pickup 2.4L 4WD 1999 Ford Mustang 3.8L V6 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0L 2WD 2008 GMC Sierra Denali 6.2L AWD

September 5th, 2006, 03:16 PM	#4
flattusmaximus78 I Post Entirely Way Too Much 1993 5.ohhhh 12.97 @140mph Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Gatorland Posts: 6,121 iTrader: 3 reviews	It feels good doesnt it lol.... Welcome to modded mustangs. Anything you will ever need to know is here. I think you made the right choice on the car. My dad owns one with a ton of stuff done to it, and its hours of fun.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWYcK85AzsU __________________ 02 Pewter z28, hoosiers/lid/exhaust/spray...125mph 1993 gt Sold, already missed --Moates Quarter horse $225-- --Cobra intake $150-- --tremec 3550 bell and shifter $1100--

September 5th, 2006, 03:46 PM	#5
orangeRcode Hardcore Enthusiast 11.21@123 -150 shot Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mustang/Yukon, OK Posts: 1,828 iTrader: 1 reviews	Welcome to MM and the big blue oval. The GTOs can be quick but need alot of work to get them there. There are several out our local track and can't keep up with most of my Mach buddies. You will enjoy the GT and Ford Racing has 2 different kits - Drag pack and Handling pack that really step up the GT. A buddy of mine has both on this 05 and he keeps up with me pretty good. __________________

September 6th, 2006, 12:41 AM	#8
orangeRcode Hardcore Enthusiast 11.21@123 -150 shot Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mustang/Yukon, OK Posts: 1,828 iTrader: 1 reviews	Drag pack - 4.10s, CAI, shortie headers, and Hurst short throw shifter. Will lower 1/4 mile times by .5 http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=8987 Handling pack - lowering springs, struts, sway bars, and strut tower brace http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts...tKeyField=8976 __________________

September 5th, 2006, 02:20 PM	#3
ckthecerealkiller Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Windsor CO Posts: 940 iTrader: 0 reviews	Welcome to the dark blue oval side! Muahahahahaha... Hehe glad to have another enthusiast!!

September 5th, 2006, 05:58 PM	#6
EXGTO Newbie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 4 iTrader: 0 reviews	Hmm. a drag pack. I like that. Do I just ring my dealer up?

September 5th, 2006, 09:38 PM	#7
AM1AW Regular Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Virginia Beach VA Posts: 53 iTrader: 0 reviews	For information on where to purchase FFRP products go here. You can search around the site amd look up stuff you would like, the just click on where to buy and go from there.

September 6th, 2006, 09:51 AM	#9
GTsetGO Cigar Assassin 2004 Mustang GT 12.88 @ 112 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: A Galaxy Far, Far Away Posts: 14,081 iTrader: 10 reviews	Did he actually say that a GM product had nicer interior???? Just kidding. Nice switch brah. __________________ Cigar Samplers for Sale 2008 Acura TL-S - 2008 Honda Pilot EX-SE

September 6th, 2006, 03:48 PM	#10
KaZpeR Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 105 iTrader: 0 reviews	im sorry for what im about to say so i hope i dont offend any one but F**K the new gtos PERIOD i hate them they shoulda made them retro like all the other muscle cars these days __________________ you know your a ricer if you can fist fuck your exhaust tip

September 6th, 2006, 04:07 PM	#11
L33T Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 731 iTrader: 0 reviews	Welcome to MM! Grats on the switch, you have lots to learn too! Anything you need help on this is a great place to ask.

September 6th, 2006, 04:33 PM	#12
orangeRcode Hardcore Enthusiast 11.21@123 -150 shot Join Date: May 2006 Location: Mustang/Yukon, OK Posts: 1,828 iTrader: 1 reviews	It's too bad that GM didn't have a usable 2 door RWD platform for the GTO. Thus, the reason to go with the Aussie grand am. You can't deny the potency of the LS2 6.0. The exterior styling (or lack thereof) along with IRS and being pig-heavy are not in their favor. The interior and hp are awesome IMHO. I wish Ford believed in that kind of displacement. The good thing about the GTO, Challenger, and soon to be introduced Camaro is the competition for Ford. It will force them to bring in some more potent engine combos to compete. __________________

September 6th, 2006, 06:46 PM	#14
GTNorm Enthusiast Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 511 iTrader: 0 reviews	Welcome to MM and congrats on seeing the light.I agree the GTO missed the retro look and no matter how fast it may be it can never be a muscle car it just plain looks like it was made in Japan.I have enjoyed showing a couple of them my taillights already __________________ A man with experience is never at the mercy of a man with a theory.

September 11th, 2006, 10:20 PM	#15
bryan grilli Newbie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 16 iTrader: 0 reviews	Hey V8stanggt, That was wy first love back in January, Till I traded it in on the steeda... I had the same rims too!!! SWEET combo. Best of luck with it.

November 30th, 2006, 03:29 PM	#16
ShawnyB Regular 2008 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Palm Beach Posts: 126 iTrader: 0 reviews	I am jealous of 05/06 GTOs - 400hp naturally aspirated at the flywheel. I wish Ford put 400hp naturally aspirated in my 05 Stang GT. I am sure in a few years ford will catch up.....after all when the new Camaros and Trans Ams come out - the Stang will need to keep up!

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November 30th, 2006, 07:04 PM	#18
Norse1974 Regular Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 275 iTrader: 0 reviews	EXGTO, Welcome to MM!Your gonna have alot of fun with that ride!I would reccomend doing a tune on your ride first then some gears & you will be amazed!I PROMISE you that!

December 1st, 2006, 12:52 AM	#19
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December 1st, 2006, 01:13 AM	#20
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