I Dont Know What To Buy

scxc15 · November 16th, 2007, 09:51 AM

Right now I have a 2003 V6 and in a month I turn 18 and I can buy a new stang. Only thing is I dont know what to buy, every time I make a decision I end up changing my mind. I want to get a 99-04 body style V8. Terminators are out tho, lol too much money there. I really love Mach 1s but, it would almost be a better deal to buy like an 01-02 GT put a on couple of bolt ons and it can run faster than a Mach so Idk. My choices are 99-01 Cobra, 01 Bullitt, 99-04 GT, or 03-04 Mach 1. Like what would the best best deal for my money?

'02SilverBullet · November 16th, 2007, 10:05 AM

'03 or '04 Mach would be your best bet. They come with the 3V engine or is it the 4Ver???..... Either way its a better base engine to start out with modding. They can handle more HP then the 2Vs that come in the GTs. And plus its just a hell-of-a lot cooler car too

Garhfer · November 16th, 2007, 10:22 AM

Originally Posted by '02SilverBullet

'03 or '04 Mach would be your best bet. They come with the 3V engine or is it the 4Ver???..... Either way its a better base engine to start out with modding. They can handle more HP then the 2Vs that come in the GTs. And plus its just a hell-of-a lot cooler car too

They came with 4v's and how do they handle more power than a GT stock? They have the same internals except 5 speeds have a forged crankshaft but that doesn't even help the weak areas of the stock engines which are the rods, the Mach 1 and GT handle the same amount of power stock because they have the same internals. The Mach 1 will produce more power than a GT with the same mods because of the 4v heads and the GT's have 2v heads so they breathe better than a GT. The GT has an iron block which is stronger than the aluminum block the Mach 1's have, also Mach 1's have higher compression which isn't good for forced induction (which is the best way to make power with these motors)... The Mach 1's stock are a better option but a Terminator would be the best option of all... the 99-01 Cobras might have stronger blocks than the Mach 1's because some came with Teksid aluminum blocks... it all depends on what you want to do with the car... stock for stock the mach 1 is faster and will make more power with mods...

NMR-2vGT · November 16th, 2007, 12:03 PM

Your best bet would be to buy the mach. It will respond much better than the GT to mods and it is easy to get them into the 12's where it wouldnt be so easy to get a GT into the 12's. If I were you i would buy the mach and put in some 4.10 gears or 4.30's and do a little bit of suspension and some nitrous and you would probably be able to get 11's with that.

rk_2000_Z/28 · November 16th, 2007, 01:12 PM

Get the Mach1. You could add every bolt-on in the book to the GT and it would probably be about as fast as a properly driven stock Mach1. 4.10's, some DR's, and a few bolt-ons and you'll be in the 12's no problem with the Mach1.

'02SilverBullet · November 16th, 2007, 01:53 PM

Originally Posted by Garhfer

They came with 4v's and how do they handle more power than a GT stock? They have the same internals except 5 speeds have a forged crankshaft but that doesn't even help the weak areas of the stock engines which are the rods, the Mach 1 and GT handle the same amount of power stock because they have the same internals. The Mach 1 will produce more power than a GT with the same mods because of the 4v heads and the GT's have 2v heads so they breathe better than a GT. The GT has an iron block which is stronger than the aluminum block the Mach 1's have, also Mach 1's have higher compression which isn't good for forced induction (which is the best way to make power with these motors)... The Mach 1's stock are a better option but a Terminator would be the best option of all... the 99-01 Cobras might have stronger blocks than the Mach 1's because some came with Teksid aluminum blocks... it all depends on what you want to do with the car... stock for stock the mach 1 is faster and will make more power with mods...

Yeah thats what I meant to say! LOL.....

really it was...

ReverendDexter · November 18th, 2007, 12:21 AM

If you're looking at a Mach 1, remember that the 96-98 Cobras are essentially the same car, and you could save a lot of money going that route.

I say essentially the same, as there are differences that make the Mach 1 slightly better: shaker hood, higher compression, different heads (slightly better torque, but they have a known cooling issue), option of an automatic (if that's your thing), and the newer bodystyle. However, you can probably find one of the older Cobras for 1/2 to 2/3rds the price of the mach.

That being said, if you do get a 5-speed Cobra, take some of that saved money and put in the 6-speed.

groundpounder · November 18th, 2007, 12:28 AM

Mach all the way!! And make mine black!

Just can't beat a shaker!

StangAddiction · November 18th, 2007, 11:21 AM

All of the 4v cars are good platforms...Only thing is...the GT is cheaper and cheaper to modify...Now im 18 so i can relate...Just turning 18...im going out on a ledge and say your pockets aren't sagging with cash..I'd personally reccomend a GT and mess with the 4v down the road. If you're REALLY bent on a 4v i'd reccomend a 96-98 cobra...They're right within the price range of the 99-04 mustangs. For about 12-13K you'll snatch one in great condition. For about 15K it'll probabaly be just like new. A 99-01 cobra is a good choice too that could fall in that price range.

Mach 1s are still expensive. And you're not going to find a good terminator for under 20K...garuntee it.

ESG-642T · November 19th, 2007, 12:08 PM

Mach 1 or 99-02 cobra!

ChrisJ · November 19th, 2007, 12:12 PM

Originally Posted by SSStang

Mach 1 or 99-02 cobra!

99-01 Cobra...Unless you live in Australia...

03/04 Mach 1
99-01 Cobra

I would get the Mach 1 over the cobra though...

StangAddiction · November 19th, 2007, 10:02 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisJ

I would get the Mach 1 over the cobra though...

+1

Solid Rear End

ChrisJ · November 19th, 2007, 10:12 PM

Originally Posted by StangAddiction

+1

Solid Rear End

EXACTLY my thoughts...

Click Here For A Spread Sheet I Made Comparing Mustangs To Each Other

Its an excel spread sheet...

StangAddiction · November 19th, 2007, 10:31 PM

I've always and always will see a Mach 1 as a cobra with a solid rear end, and a GT body kit basically. Or a GT with a cobra engine and a solid rear end...take your pick...they both work out...

Thewolfman456 · November 20th, 2007, 12:11 PM

I personally like the GT with the Cobra engine. I so rock that style. You pop a PI 4.6L DOHC in to a 98 GT and wow, it's awesome. A few suspension and light engine mods later, you fell like you can take damn near anything.

supermachone · November 22nd, 2007, 01:05 PM

mach 1's all the way!

Edited by mod...No need for being like that...

November 16th, 2007, 09:51 AM	#1
scxc15 Enthusiast 2003 Mach 1 12.7@107 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 819 iTrader: 1 reviews	I Dont Know What To Buy Right now I have a 2003 V6 and in a month I turn 18 and I can buy a new stang. Only thing is I dont know what to buy, every time I make a decision I end up changing my mind. I want to get a 99-04 body style V8. Terminators are out tho, lol too much money there. I really love Mach 1s but, it would almost be a better deal to buy like an 01-02 GT put a on couple of bolt ons and it can run faster than a Mach so Idk. My choices are 99-01 Cobra, 01 Bullitt, 99-04 GT, or 03-04 Mach 1. Like what would the best best deal for my money?

November 16th, 2007, 01:12 PM	#5
rk_2000_Z/28 Forever in our hearts travis_afx 2003 SVT Cobra Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Enid, OK Posts: 4,186 iTrader: 0 reviews	Get the Mach1. You could add every bolt-on in the book to the GT and it would probably be about as fast as a properly driven stock Mach1. 4.10's, some DR's, and a few bolt-ons and you'll be in the 12's no problem with the Mach1. __________________ 03 Cobra-Slow 02 SS, 00 Z/28-Gone Rest In Peace Travis Billings

November 18th, 2007, 12:21 AM	#7
ReverendDexter Priest of the Car Gods Clapped-out '90 GT 'vert ~5.5 seconds off TTOD :( Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 13,233 iTrader: 0 reviews	If you're looking at a Mach 1, remember that the 96-98 Cobras are essentially the same car, and you could save a lot of money going that route. I say essentially the same, as there are differences that make the Mach 1 slightly better: shaker hood, higher compression, different heads (slightly better torque, but they have a known cooling issue), option of an automatic (if that's your thing), and the newer bodystyle. However, you can probably find one of the older Cobras for 1/2 to 2/3rds the price of the mach. That being said, if you do get a 5-speed Cobra, take some of that saved money and put in the 6-speed. __________________ O o /¯/______________________ \|BLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGH!!! \_\ Buy my Bronco, special deal for MM folks

November 18th, 2007, 12:28 AM	#8
groundpounder Regular Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 94 iTrader: 0 reviews	Mach all the way!! And make mine black! Just can't beat a shaker! __________________ cheap fast reliable Pick two - Juggy

November 19th, 2007, 12:08 PM	#10
ESG-642T [8MINUS2] 2002, Ford, v6 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TEXAS Posts: 12,207 iTrader: 0 reviews	Mach 1 or 99-02 cobra! __________________ Hi, You can call me Kyle

November 16th, 2007, 10:05 AM	#2
'02SilverBullet Regular Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Memphis Posts: 222 iTrader: 0 reviews	'03 or '04 Mach would be your best bet. They come with the 3V engine or is it the 4Ver???..... Either way its a better base engine to start out with modding. They can handle more HP then the 2Vs that come in the GTs. And plus its just a hell-of-a lot cooler car too

November 16th, 2007, 12:03 PM	#4
NMR-2vGT Hardcore Enthusiast 1996 GT Too Slow.... Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: California/Nebraska Posts: 2,182 iTrader: 0 reviews	Your best bet would be to buy the mach. It will respond much better than the GT to mods and it is easy to get them into the 12's where it wouldnt be so easy to get a GT into the 12's. If I were you i would buy the mach and put in some 4.10 gears or 4.30's and do a little bit of suspension and some nitrous and you would probably be able to get 11's with that.

November 18th, 2007, 11:21 AM	#9
StangAddiction Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 986 iTrader: 0 reviews	All of the 4v cars are good platforms...Only thing is...the GT is cheaper and cheaper to modify...Now im 18 so i can relate...Just turning 18...im going out on a ledge and say your pockets aren't sagging with cash..I'd personally reccomend a GT and mess with the 4v down the road. If you're REALLY bent on a 4v i'd reccomend a 96-98 cobra...They're right within the price range of the 99-04 mustangs. For about 12-13K you'll snatch one in great condition. For about 15K it'll probabaly be just like new. A 99-01 cobra is a good choice too that could fall in that price range. Mach 1s are still expensive. And you're not going to find a good terminator for under 20K...garuntee it.

November 19th, 2007, 10:31 PM	#14
StangAddiction Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 986 iTrader: 0 reviews	I've always and always will see a Mach 1 as a cobra with a solid rear end, and a GT body kit basically. Or a GT with a cobra engine and a solid rear end...take your pick...they both work out...

November 20th, 2007, 12:11 PM	#15
Thewolfman456 Regular Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 481 iTrader: 0 reviews	I personally like the GT with the Cobra engine. I so rock that style. You pop a PI 4.6L DOHC in to a 98 GT and wow, it's awesome. A few suspension and light engine mods later, you fell like you can take damn near anything.

November 22nd, 2007, 01:05 PM	#16
supermachone MM Fanatic 2004 GT Kessel Run @ Less Than 12 Parsecs Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 4,698 iTrader: 2 reviews	mach 1's all the way! Edited by mod...No need for being like that... __________________ Last edited by ChrisJ; November 23rd, 2007 at 12:16 PM.

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