Nov. Motor Trend 05 Data
9/26/04, 01:29 PM
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Quarter in 13.8 @ 99mph
oh yeah
Its the AUTOmatic
Thanks to 351man on BON, and Galaxie for pointing it out to me.
BON
oh yeah
Its the AUTOmatic
Thanks to 351man on BON, and Galaxie for pointing it out to me.
BON
I just bought the Nov. issue of Motor Trend, they tested a GT automatic and it ran a 5.1 sec 0-60 and a quarter in 13.8 at 99. They also expected the manual to run a 4.8-4.9 to 60.
9/26/04, 01:50 PM
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That's great news. It felt quick, but 4.8-4.9 is better than I'd hoped. Will be interesting to see how consistent these numbers will be across the different mags.
Any other highlights from the article? I don't like MT much, but in this case I'll go pick up a copy.
Any other highlights from the article? I don't like MT much, but in this case I'll go pick up a copy.
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9/26/04, 02:35 PM
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That is sweet. My gosh, I thought it would be around 5.4... and in an auto! I think we have acheived Dream Status. Just think what one would make without added weight!
That is sweet. My gosh, I thought it would be around 5.4... and in an auto! I think we have acheived Dream Status. Just think what one would make without added weight!
9/26/04, 02:40 PM
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We need someone who has it to scan!
BTW, pete great lead-in and surprise in your post.
People are going to be like "wow, 5.1 for the 5-speed", and then find out its the auto.
BTW, pete great lead-in and surprise in your post.
People are going to be like "wow, 5.1 for the 5-speed", and then find out its the auto.
9/26/04, 02:47 PM
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I sure hope it's true! There is nothing on the M/T website yet.Still has the Oct issue posted. When do they usually switch it over to the new issue? Not trying to rain on the parade but I wanna see it b4 I believe it.
9/26/04, 02:53 PM
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Now as I have been told (not sure if it's true or not) when MT tests a car they DO NOT use slicks or drag radials. They use the same tires the manuf. puts on the car AND they do not do track prep.
This is what I was told - don't shoot messenger if it's true.
Now toss slicks on there, put Evan Smith at the wheel, give it a 5 speed and put it a well prepped track close to sea level..... Low 13's???
If the tuners are getting 30 HP plus with a PCM reflash is this car a possible 12 second car????
This is what I was told - don't shoot messenger if it's true.
Now toss slicks on there, put Evan Smith at the wheel, give it a 5 speed and put it a well prepped track close to sea level..... Low 13's???
If the tuners are getting 30 HP plus with a PCM reflash is this car a possible 12 second car????
9/26/04, 03:18 PM
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Am I dreaming? Is this true? :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock:
Oh thank you Ford, thank you!!!!!
I ordered the 5-spd manual. I can't even drive stick yet, a friend is supposed to teach me on his truck.....Should I just switch my order to the auto version?
Please somebody slap me and say - "be a man darn it and learn to drive a stick!"
I"m heading to the store after supper and grab a copy of MT!!! I'll post scans if no one else does.
Oh thank you Ford, thank you!!!!!
I ordered the 5-spd manual. I can't even drive stick yet, a friend is supposed to teach me on his truck.....Should I just switch my order to the auto version?
Please somebody slap me and say - "be a man darn it and learn to drive a stick!"
I"m heading to the store after supper and grab a copy of MT!!! I'll post scans if no one else does.
9/26/04, 03:29 PM
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Is there a big difference between the 03 and 04 Mach 1?
This is what I found for the 03 Mach 1:
0-60: 5.3 sec.
1/4 mile: 13.8sec @ 102.5 mph
For the 5-spd manual.
Source: http://motortrend.com/roadtests/coupe/112_...ang/index1.html
This is what I found for the 03 Mach 1:
0-60: 5.3 sec.
1/4 mile: 13.8sec @ 102.5 mph
For the 5-spd manual.
Source: http://motortrend.com/roadtests/coupe/112_...ang/index1.html