Opinions please- trade in new edge for S197?

JCCNY · October 16th, 2010, 03:24 PM

I test drove an 06 GT today and holy shit is this thing fast compared to my 04GT. It has 24,500 miles/ Metallic Gray/ Flows/ JVC stereo - otherwise stock. Concerns are a few deep scratches that are through the clear coat which I'd have to touch up & live with. Tires are original & there's an orange border to the black striping that's peeling (dealer thinks they can take it off and just leave the black). Plus there's a dime size hole punched in the panel by the ac vents. Maybe somebody had a nav there, but I was told they'd fix it. No fogs & it needs a good detailing.

04 GT has 18k miles. I paid $9,000 & added $1,400 in mods - runs mint.

I know dealers will try to rape me, but the $17,500 price seems reasonable. They offered me $10,500 on my trade. He played a little game where he wanted me to be willing to leave a deposit for him to go back to the boss to see how much better he can do. I said I was going to lunch & would mull it over. I'm sure I can get my trade in value to go up to 11k and the 06 GT down to 17k even. The benefit of the trade in is that I would save about $960 in taxes & I doubt I could get 11k even in a private sale.

Carfax is clean, but shows a dealer auction a couple of years ago in PA - could have been a repo, no evidence of water damage. Engine was spotless.

My DD is a paid off Mazda 6, but I'm not sure if I can justify having a $17,000 weekend car. I live in Long Island, NY and prices are generally higher here. There are many 07 GT's for sale for substantially more, even from private sellers.

I like the look of both, but the S197 is so much more refined and powerful. I don't think insurance would go up too much & you only live once. Assuming I can afford the upgrade, is it worth it??

I tried uploading pics through ImageShack but FAIL. It was on Ebay if you want to check it out - cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-Mustang-/220679828651

XXGREGXX · October 16th, 2010, 03:35 PM

You only live once. I agree, I'd do it. And be prepared to keep it for a while. The only thing that made me curious, is the stripes. Isn't that stripe layout a dodge thing? Lol.

mustang_gtr_99 · October 16th, 2010, 03:43 PM

I would get it... the 197 is a huge improvement over the new edge. lucky for me, i kept my 99 for an all out auto x car. It was my first car so i cant part with it ever

Jobra · October 16th, 2010, 03:51 PM

17,500? Overpriced for an 06? You could get a 03 Termi for that.

JCCNY · October 16th, 2010, 04:02 PM

Originally Posted by XXGREGXX

You only live once. I agree, I'd do it. And be prepared to keep it for a while. The only thing that made me curious, is the stripes. Isn't that stripe layout a dodge thing? Lol.

Maybe the striping is something you'd see on a Charger or Dodge truck. If someone can upload a pic or two from Ebay, I'd appreciate it.

JCCNY · October 16th, 2010, 04:04 PM

Originally Posted by 04MustangGT

17,500? Overpriced for an 06? You could get a 03 Termi for that.

No, it's a 2006 GT.

Shaun03GT · October 16th, 2010, 04:05 PM

Originally Posted by 04MustangGT

17,500? Overpriced for an 06? You could get a 03 Termi for that.

Yea seriously I agree 100%

If anything, get a 03/04 Mach 1. Their fast, lighter, more comfortable seats, handle better, better brakes, look better in general, and not nearly as common.

You could get a Mach 1, low miles, very few mods (maybe bone stock) for about $12-$15k worth it a lot more. And Machs hold their value better.

4V>3V

mrbigjeep · October 16th, 2010, 04:14 PM

nah...imo

wrr1020 · October 16th, 2010, 04:15 PM

Agreed, i'd go Termi or Mach if your gonna spend that kind of money. Mach 1 you could get for less than the 06 and have some money left over for some mods.

JCCNY · October 16th, 2010, 04:16 PM

Originally Posted by Shaun03GT

Yea seriously I agree 100%

If anything, get a 03/04 Mach 1. Their fast, lighter, more comfortable seats, handle better, better brakes, look better in general, and not nearly as common.

You could get a Mach 1, low miles, very few mods (maybe bone stock) for about $12-$15k worth it a lot more. And Machs hold their value better.

4V>3V

I appreciate your thoughts, just to clarify again it's a GT. I've looked for Machs. When I see them for sale around here the price and/or mileage has been too high. I enjoy my 04, but it's a raw ride and the 05+ seems to be a much better platform.

JCCNY · October 16th, 2010, 04:21 PM

Originally Posted by mrbigjeep

nah...imo

Can you elaborate?

Shaun03GT · October 16th, 2010, 04:21 PM

I understand, but a Mach is better then a S197 GT. Ask Mishini or whatever his name is. He has a S197 GT and 04 Mach 1.

Mach 1's will respond better with mods. And overall is just a better car then a S197 GT. Out performs it in a lot of catagories.

BUT, S197 GT's are nice dont get me wrong. But if your willing to spend that much, why dont you spend an extra $3000 on a nice 03/04 Cobra? Maybe not even $3000

JCCNY · October 16th, 2010, 04:33 PM

Originally Posted by Shaun03GT

I understand, but a Mach is better then a S197 GT. Ask Mishini or whatever his name is. He has a S197 GT and 04 Mach 1.

Mach 1's will respond better with mods. And overall is just a better car then a S197 GT. Out performs it in a lot of catagories.

BUT, S197 GT's are nice dont get me wrong. But if your willing to spend that much, why dont you spend an extra $3000 on a nice 03/04 Cobra? Maybe not even $3000

Now I'm going to sound pussy whipped, but my wife wants me to sit tight. I can't pull off a Termi right now. I know Machs & Terminators are in a different league, but after having a New Edge I would like an 05+. BTW, my Father has a 97 Cobra which I love!

Shaun03GT · October 16th, 2010, 04:55 PM

Lol you dont sound pussy whipped, thats apart of marrige.. Not that I know. But it seems like it.

Im not saying a Mach 1 is a totally better car then a S197 GT, but I figured you would have something faster and cheaper.

S197s are fast though, If you really like it, do it. 3V is better then a 2V all day.

XXGREGXX · October 16th, 2010, 05:02 PM

Pussy whipped isn't anything. I listen to my wife, because most times shes right. It's part of a marriage.

Notice, most times. A "pussy whipped" guy, is married and doing fine. A "non pussy whipped" guy is usually single, or miserable with all his broken relationships. That's what I've noticed around me, anyway. Listening to your wife isn't a bad thing, and fuck those who think it is.

My rant \ $.02

Shaun03GT · October 16th, 2010, 05:06 PM

Originally Posted by XXGREGXX

Pussy whipped isn't anything. I listen to my wife, because most times shes right. It's part of a marriage.

Notice, most times. A "pussy whipped" guy, is married and doing fine. A "non pussy whipped" guy is usually single, or miserable with all his broken relationships. That's what I've noticed around me, anyway. Listening to your wife isn't a bad thing, and fuck those who think it is.

My rant \ $.02

YOU are definatley pussy whipped.

Jp

XXGREGXX · October 16th, 2010, 05:13 PM

Lol, mmm it's good pussy though.

Shaun03GT · October 16th, 2010, 05:15 PM

Lol thats all that matters. Atleast its not like roast beef and loose.

XXGREGXX · October 16th, 2010, 05:18 PM

Ugh, true. Haha.

Totally not worth being pussy whipped to loosey goosey women.

Shaun03GT · October 16th, 2010, 05:20 PM

lol thats gross. Id piitb an pink sock that bitch

October 16th, 2010, 03:24 PM	#1
JCCNY Regular 06 GT Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 346 iTrader: 3 reviews	Opinions please- trade in new edge for S197? I test drove an 06 GT today and holy shit is this thing fast compared to my 04GT. It has 24,500 miles/ Metallic Gray/ Flows/ JVC stereo - otherwise stock. Concerns are a few deep scratches that are through the clear coat which I'd have to touch up & live with. Tires are original & there's an orange border to the black striping that's peeling (dealer thinks they can take it off and just leave the black). Plus there's a dime size hole punched in the panel by the ac vents. Maybe somebody had a nav there, but I was told they'd fix it. No fogs & it needs a good detailing. 04 GT has 18k miles. I paid $9,000 & added $1,400 in mods - runs mint. I know dealers will try to rape me, but the $17,500 price seems reasonable. They offered me $10,500 on my trade. He played a little game where he wanted me to be willing to leave a deposit for him to go back to the boss to see how much better he can do. I said I was going to lunch & would mull it over. I'm sure I can get my trade in value to go up to 11k and the 06 GT down to 17k even. The benefit of the trade in is that I would save about $960 in taxes & I doubt I could get 11k even in a private sale. Carfax is clean, but shows a dealer auction a couple of years ago in PA - could have been a repo, no evidence of water damage. Engine was spotless. My DD is a paid off Mazda 6, but I'm not sure if I can justify having a $17,000 weekend car. I live in Long Island, NY and prices are generally higher here. There are many 07 GT's for sale for substantially more, even from private sellers. I like the look of both, but the S197 is so much more refined and powerful. I don't think insurance would go up too much & you only live once. Assuming I can afford the upgrade, is it worth it?? I tried uploading pics through ImageShack but FAIL. It was on Ebay if you want to check it out - cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-Mustang-/220679828651 Last edited by JCCNY; October 16th, 2010 at 04:19 PM.

October 16th, 2010, 03:35 PM	#2
XXGREGXX Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 3.8L Mustang SIXXER Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,251 iTrader: 1 reviews	You only live once. I agree, I'd do it. And be prepared to keep it for a while. The only thing that made me curious, is the stripes. Isn't that stripe layout a dodge thing? Lol. __________________ Serbiandude Sig U.S Navy E-3 http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001133239318 http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ore-style.html

October 16th, 2010, 03:43 PM	#3
mustang_gtr_99 Hardcore Enthusiast 1999 3V GT/2007 GT D/D corner carver Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eugene, Oregon Posts: 2,730 iTrader: 2 reviews	I would get it... the 197 is a huge improvement over the new edge. lucky for me, i kept my 99 for an all out auto x car. It was my first car so i cant part with it ever __________________ OS2 (SW) USN REAR SEAT DELETE FABRICATOR "RSD pics in garage" 99 3V GT/2007 GT DD

October 16th, 2010, 03:51 PM	#4
Jobra Hardcore Enthusiast 2004 Cobra 7.4@97 Eaton Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 2,124 iTrader: 1 reviews	17,500? Overpriced for an 06? You could get a 03 Termi for that. __________________ NEW NUMBERS: 609/543

October 16th, 2010, 04:14 PM	#8
mrbigjeep I Post Entirely Way Too Much 04 mustang gt 7.21 @ 98 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: upstate sc Posts: 5,923 iTrader: 1 reviews	nah...imo __________________ cams + 150 shot

October 16th, 2010, 04:15 PM	#9
wrr1020 Regular 2002 Mustang GT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: So Cal Posts: 430 iTrader: 0 reviews	Agreed, i'd go Termi or Mach if your gonna spend that kind of money. Mach 1 you could get for less than the 06 and have some money left over for some mods. __________________

October 16th, 2010, 04:21 PM	#12
Shaun03GT I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2003 Mustang GT 1/8 - 7.92 @ 91.13mph 1/4 - 12.21 @ 115.84mph Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Weymouth, MA Posts: 13,441 iTrader: 12 reviews	I understand, but a Mach is better then a S197 GT. Ask Mishini or whatever his name is. He has a S197 GT and 04 Mach 1. Mach 1's will respond better with mods. And overall is just a better car then a S197 GT. Out performs it in a lot of catagories. BUT, S197 GT's are nice dont get me wrong. But if your willing to spend that much, why dont you spend an extra $3000 on a nice 03/04 Cobra? Maybe not even $3000 __________________ Vortech V1 Intercooled @ 11psi 394rwhp/392rwtq @ 9.5psi 415rwhp/400rwtq @ 11psi on Methanol Tuned By: Pete @ Performance Dyno Affordable Supercharger Build Guide Supercharger Info for Noobs

October 16th, 2010, 04:55 PM	#14
Shaun03GT I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2003 Mustang GT 1/8 - 7.92 @ 91.13mph 1/4 - 12.21 @ 115.84mph Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Weymouth, MA Posts: 13,441 iTrader: 12 reviews	Lol you dont sound pussy whipped, thats apart of marrige.. Not that I know. But it seems like it. Im not saying a Mach 1 is a totally better car then a S197 GT, but I figured you would have something faster and cheaper. S197s are fast though, If you really like it, do it. 3V is better then a 2V all day. __________________ Vortech V1 Intercooled @ 11psi 394rwhp/392rwtq @ 9.5psi 415rwhp/400rwtq @ 11psi on Methanol Tuned By: Pete @ Performance Dyno Affordable Supercharger Build Guide Supercharger Info for Noobs

October 16th, 2010, 05:02 PM	#15
XXGREGXX Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 3.8L Mustang SIXXER Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,251 iTrader: 1 reviews	Pussy whipped isn't anything. I listen to my wife, because most times shes right. It's part of a marriage. Notice, most times. A "pussy whipped" guy, is married and doing fine. A "non pussy whipped" guy is usually single, or miserable with all his broken relationships. That's what I've noticed around me, anyway. Listening to your wife isn't a bad thing, and fuck those who think it is. My rant \ $.02 __________________ Serbiandude Sig U.S Navy E-3 http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001133239318 http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ore-style.html

October 16th, 2010, 05:13 PM	#17
XXGREGXX Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 3.8L Mustang SIXXER Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,251 iTrader: 1 reviews	Lol, mmm it's good pussy though. __________________ Serbiandude Sig U.S Navy E-3 http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001133239318 http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ore-style.html

October 16th, 2010, 05:15 PM	#18
Shaun03GT I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2003 Mustang GT 1/8 - 7.92 @ 91.13mph 1/4 - 12.21 @ 115.84mph Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Weymouth, MA Posts: 13,441 iTrader: 12 reviews	Lol thats all that matters. Atleast its not like roast beef and loose. __________________ Vortech V1 Intercooled @ 11psi 394rwhp/392rwtq @ 9.5psi 415rwhp/400rwtq @ 11psi on Methanol Tuned By: Pete @ Performance Dyno Affordable Supercharger Build Guide Supercharger Info for Noobs

October 16th, 2010, 05:18 PM	#19
XXGREGXX Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 3.8L Mustang SIXXER Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,251 iTrader: 1 reviews	Ugh, true. Haha. Totally not worth being pussy whipped to loosey goosey women. __________________ Serbiandude Sig U.S Navy E-3 http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001133239318 http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...ore-style.html

October 16th, 2010, 05:20 PM	#20
Shaun03GT I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2003 Mustang GT 1/8 - 7.92 @ 91.13mph 1/4 - 12.21 @ 115.84mph Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Weymouth, MA Posts: 13,441 iTrader: 12 reviews	lol thats gross. Id piitb an pink sock that bitch __________________ Vortech V1 Intercooled @ 11psi 394rwhp/392rwtq @ 9.5psi 415rwhp/400rwtq @ 11psi on Methanol Tuned By: Pete @ Performance Dyno Affordable Supercharger Build Guide Supercharger Info for Noobs

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