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Old Feb 26, 2020 | 04:58 AM
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Need advice on buying Mustang

Hi guys! Please help me with the choice of useed Mustang. I want something like this https://incacar.com/used/cars/ford/m...ng-GT-1329162/ What do you think about that?
Thx for answers bros.
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Old Feb 26, 2020 | 06:22 AM
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looks good shop around. Long test drive and play with all the options to make sure they work
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Old Feb 26, 2020 | 06:38 AM
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I see it is a Saleen, highly modified car. Could be real nice but could also present some difficulties if anything goes wrong. If you are comfortable dealing with all the customizations, or know a good shop that you trust with that, hopefully not a problem.

If you are looking at cars of that caliber, I'd also have a look at GT500's and Roush modified cars for comparison.
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Old Feb 26, 2020 | 09:39 AM
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Even at that price, it may leak. Check the front passenger floor area for mold and dampness.
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Old Feb 26, 2020 | 10:23 AM
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Nice, But I'd throw a few more grand in and get a 2011-2012 Shelby GT500 - low miles. They are out there...Easier to deal with issues, as a Ford dealer can help you. With the Saleen, who knows on help...
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Old Feb 26, 2020 | 06:39 PM
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Bring an obd scanner and see if there any codes.
If there is a p1000 code it means the codes were recently cleared.
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Old Feb 27, 2020 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by flipper521
Nice, But I'd throw a few more grand in and get a 2011-2012 Shelby GT500 - low miles. They are out there...Easier to deal with issues, as a Ford dealer can help you. With the Saleen, who knows on help...
Very clean looking car! Will turn heads and may be a great find. But,...

I would go with Flipper... The GT500 will be easier to maintain and will likely hold it value better than the Saleen. Getting parts may be an issue with the customized Saleen. Know of a few local Saleen's and they tend to change hands frequently. Could indicate they are having problems with them. Look very close at everything. I would even put it on a rack and take a look. Even with the low mileage there may be hidden problems waiting for the next owner.

Good luck, is definitely a unique, rare find.
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Old Feb 27, 2020 | 10:14 AM
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ShaneyUSA is correct - my 2011 GT 500 had 1900 miles on it when I bought it in 2018 - from original owner. It had 3 problems - Blue Tooth not working, glass roof shade track damaged and the drivers power seat not working. So do beware even on low miles. I have fixed all the issues, but you need to be on the lookout.
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