[JSummersPHD]

I've had a 2000 v6 for about 4 years now. It was only my second car (the first one got repo'ed... thanks, mom) and I've become a huge pony aficionado as a result. I've sunk what money I could into it... getting a Y-pipe with Flowmaster mufflers (the install was done by a guy name Ricky who raced his 5.0 on PINKS), throwing in a CAI I got for $40 off eBay, and because I work at a car wash, the paint looks newer than when I first got it.

Here's the dilemma... I recently got a new job that pays well enough for me to afford a GT or even a 03-04 SVT, if I could find one that isn't $30k+ because it only has 10k miles... problem is, I still feel love for my pony and I know that I would have a lot of liquid assets to work with in customizing a new one.

So, assuming that I decide to stay true to my roots and let my dad continue having the only 8 cylinder in the family, should I wait 18 months and see what the changes in the 2010 model year are offered for the pony?

The idea of a factory twin-turbo V6 would take a load off my mind and would offer economic and ergonomic advantages over my plans to install a turbo in a 4.0. After seeing what a local gear head did with his 5.0, I've decided that turbo is definitely the way to go. If anyone has any insight into the disadvantages I may experience with a turbo in a 4.0 daily driver, I'd appreciate the forewarning.

Also, on a bit of a side note... I have $4000 in car audio hardware in my current car, which is about what my car is worth. If I don't want to take it all out and nuke it back to stock, is my only option for getting good value on it to sell it private party? Or would a dealership take the value of the system into account when calculating the trade-in value?

I know this post is kind of all over the place... I'm only 20-years-old, but I'm a dyed-in-the-wool Mustang enthusiast and plan on owning a pony in some form for the rest of my life. Now that I'm just starting my career, I'd just like some input on how I should approach the next step in car ownership. I look forward to any advice or input. Thanks.

[deedub97GT]

dude if you can afford it keep your six for gas and get a termi (03-04SVT) let your dad have the only N/A V8 and oyu can have the fastest one in the family...you gotta outdo your parents some how right lol you can prolly find a termi for 20-25K if your look hard enough and dont forget about the MACH1 eitherthey can be nasty but if i were you and you can afford it TERMI


welcom to the forums BTW

[shadow5403]

Honestly......if you have extra money to blow.....keep your current stang and build that up...and get yourself a pimp ass apartment. Nice cars are overrated when yur that age.

[dgt_mustang]

+1^
you can throw money at the stang on the side and maintain well hell of a place to live, what good is the bad ass stang gonna do if you dont have a good enough place to bring any girls back?

Welcome to modded mustang by the way!!!

[shadow5403]

Originally Posted by dgt_mustang +1^ you can throw money at the stang on the side and maintain well hell of a place to live, what good is the bad ass stang gonna do if you dont have a good enough place to bring any girls back? Welcome to modded mustang by the way!!!

+1

[joparrett]

take out your audio stuff, put it in the termi/ mach 1 you buy. Sell your sixer and buy a sweet gently used street bike for 50+ mpg/ 200+ mph. Depending on where you live, you might want a shitty car to drive in the winter. My $ .02

[Dansby]

Originally Posted by JSummersPHD I've had a 2000 v6 for about 4 years now. It was only my second car (the first one got repo'ed... thanks, mom) and I've become a huge pony aficionado as a result. I've sunk what money I could into it... getting a Y-pipe with Flowmaster mufflers (the install was done by a guy name Ricky who raced his 5.0 on PINKS), throwing in a CAI I got for $40 off eBay, and because I work at a car wash, the paint looks newer than when I first got it. Should have gotten an h or x pipe. Good job with the paint though. Here's the dilemma... I recently got a new job that pays well enough for me to afford a GT or even a 03-04 SVT, if I could find one that isn't $30k+ because it only has 10k miles... problem is, I still feel love for my pony and I know that I would have a lot of liquid assets to work with in customizing a new one. You can find a termi with 30-40,000 miles for about $20,000-$22,000. Gotta remember, those cars are 5 years old now. So, assuming that I decide to stay true to my roots and let my dad continue having the only 8 cylinder in the family, should I wait 18 months and see what the changes in the 2010 model year are offered for the pony? I would still go termi, they are the sexiest stang out there and have SO much potential. The idea of a factory twin-turbo V6 would take a load off my mind and would offer economic and ergonomic advantages over my plans to install a turbo in a 4.0. After seeing what a local gear head did with his 5.0, I've decided that turbo is definitely the way to go. If anyone has any insight into the disadvantages I may experience with a turbo in a 4.0 daily driver, I'd appreciate the forewarning. Turboing a car will not effect the driveability of your car at all, and if anything, CAN help your mpg. Also, on a bit of a side note... I have $4000 in car audio hardware in my current car, which is about what my car is worth. If I don't want to take it all out and nuke it back to stock, is my only option for getting good value on it to sell it private party? Or would a dealership take the value of the system into account when calculating the trade-in value? If you do sell it/trade it in, TAKE OUT THE AUDIO. The dealership will not give you ANYTHING extra for keeping it in. Take it out and sell it to put towards the new car. I know this post is kind of all over the place... I'm only 20-years-old, but I'm a dyed-in-the-wool Mustang enthusiast and plan on owning a pony in some form for the rest of my life. Now that I'm just starting my career, I'd just like some input on how I should approach the next step in car ownership. I look forward to any advice or input. Thanks.

Be smart about it. You can always get a fast car down the road. Dont mess up your future by trying to get everything you want now. Be patient.

Welcome to the forums!

[HMUSN]

I want to know why it's your moms fault for your
car getting repo'ed.
It shouldn't have gotten repo'ed if you were making payments on your car.

[shadow5403]

that caught my eye too....

[moond0ggie]

Also, on a bit of a side note... I have $4000 in car audio hardware in my current car, which is about what my car is worth. If I don't want to take it all out and nuke it back to stock, is my only option for getting good value on it to sell it private party? Or would a dealership take the value of the system into account when calculating the trade-in value?

Welcome to the forums!
The dealer will only valuate your trade based on the price guide which doesn't factor in
non-OEM components. A private party won't pay significantly more either.

+ 1 to Pulling the audio stuff!

[mustangjeff1997]

I agree with the people saying to save some money and putting it into your living place but if you must go with a V8, the Termi would be badass. (but Mach's are nice too...althought I'm a tad bit biased lol)

[RavensChild]

why the hell is 4k woth of audio in your car? sounds (pun lol) like a waste of money to me. You dont need the greatest out there a good 500-750 dollar setup would do just damn good enough.

edit: depending if you buy it from the correct places for a good buy (ie not best buy)

[shadow5403]

^^^^^some people like stereo stuff man

Im gettin ready to drop 2k on a pair of klipsch reference speakers for my house. Same deal....but for a car.

[RavensChild]

^yeah its your money and life.

i am just the kind of person that doesnt need the best stuff, just needs to hear everything with clarity

[shadow5403]

yeah......so 4k doesnt necessarily mean he has subs everywhere.....he prolly has good amps, with components systems with a nice cross over.....ideally set up to an equalizer...etc.

[atlacatl213]

I say keep the six and get a reliable termie or mach and mod the hell out of it.

[RavensChild]

Originally Posted by shadow5403 yeah......so 4k doesnt necessarily mean he has subs everywhere.....he prolly has good amps, with components systems with a nice cross over.....ideally set up to an equalizer...etc.

yeah i didnt figure that he had 10 subs in it lol.

btw what system are you running JSummers?

[shadow5403]

Originally Posted by atlacatl213 I say keep the six and get a reliable termie or mach and mod the hell out of it.

nice car turns girls heads.........nice apt gets you sex on YOUR kitchen table.

[atlacatl213]

Originally Posted by shadow5403 nice car turns girls heads.........nice apt gets you sex on YOUR kitchen table.

True that, but if your game is good then you'll be going to her house

[shadow5403]

what if she lives with mommy and daddy too?

/fail

And if shes at YOUR place.....she has to GTFO when you dont want her there