Should I get an 04 or an 05?
3/13/04, 02:14 PM
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Hey this is Fordfreak from the old site. Anyways, I'm just getting ready to graduate college. Eight more credits and I'm done! I'm going to be an Industrial Electronics Technician. So I should have a job coming up about the end of the year. And I have pretty much decided that I want a Mustang GT. The question is, do you think I'd be better off getting an 04? Because, I could problably get a very good deal on one since the dealers will be trying to make room for the 05's. I really like the 05's, but if I could save alot of money I'd jump right in an 04. What do you think? :scratch:
3/13/04, 03:45 PM
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GT? '05 if your finances permit it. Better design, performance, and suspension.
3/13/04, 04:07 PM
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Originally posted by BlueStangVert@Mar. 13th, 2004, 5:01 PM
As a recent college grad myself, I recommend driving what you currently drive or getting a 2004 V-6 and maxing out your 401k.
As a recent college grad myself, I recommend driving what you currently drive or getting a 2004 V-6 and maxing out your 401k.
3/13/04, 04:21 PM
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Originally posted by BlueStangVert@Mar. 13th, 2004, 5:01 PM
As a recent college grad myself, I recommend driving what you currently drive or getting a 2004 V-6 and maxing out your 401k.
As a recent college grad myself, I recommend driving what you currently drive or getting a 2004 V-6 and maxing out your 401k.
3/13/04, 04:30 PM
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Don't get me wrong, I love my Mustang, but the wiser decision would've been to keep my previous car and max out my 401k or put the extra cash in a savings account.
3/13/04, 04:36 PM
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Originally posted by GT_JOE@Mar. 13th, 2004, 5:05 PM
Yeah, your right. Besides, I'd feel really bad if I pulled up to a red light and got smoked by an 05. Then I'd say " What was I thinking? I wish I got a 05. "
Yeah, your right. Besides, I'd feel really bad if I pulled up to a red light and got smoked by an 05. Then I'd say " What was I thinking? I wish I got a 05. "
Tough decision, in reality. I opted for the 04, but I've had my job for awhile.
Brad's right the fiscally responsible decision is to get the 6, and wait a bit to be more established, but ultimally it's a decision you'll have to make. Some GT's are going for great prices now. And you may find a used one for around the price of a new 6. (May not be 2004, but it'll be the same car.)
3/13/04, 05:55 PM
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GT JOE I feel your pain. I was just at the Ford dealership here in town (Boise, ID) today, and they have 2004 Mustang GT's priced at 17,988!!! My neighbor is a salesman over there and he also has 1 2003 white GT that they would have sold today for 16,988 which included the Ford Rebate the dealership rebate AND an extra $1000.00 due to it was a 2003 model. I am REALLY hoping that the 2005 is worth it because it was hard to walk away from that deal today.
P.S. They are selling the v6 at 12,988!!!
P.S. They are selling the v6 at 12,988!!!
3/13/04, 06:20 PM
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Originally posted by stangerT@Mar. 13th, 2004, 6:58 PM
GT JOE I feel your pain. I was just at the Ford dealership here in town (Boise, ID) today, and they have 2004 Mustang GT's priced at 17,988!!! My neighbor is a salesman over there and he also has 1 2003 white GT that they would have sold today for 16,988 which included the Ford Rebate the dealership rebate AND an extra $1000.00 due to it was a 2003 model. I am REALLY hoping that the 2005 is worth it because it was hard to walk away from that deal today.
P.S. They are selling the v6 at 12,988!!!
GT JOE I feel your pain. I was just at the Ford dealership here in town (Boise, ID) today, and they have 2004 Mustang GT's priced at 17,988!!! My neighbor is a salesman over there and he also has 1 2003 white GT that they would have sold today for 16,988 which included the Ford Rebate the dealership rebate AND an extra $1000.00 due to it was a 2003 model. I am REALLY hoping that the 2005 is worth it because it was hard to walk away from that deal today.
P.S. They are selling the v6 at 12,988!!!
3/13/04, 08:03 PM
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I've made up my mind....I'm getting a 2004 GT! I gotta have a v8. My truck that I have now is a six cyl 4.2L V6 and it is underpowered. I want something with some get up and go. But I'm still going to do the 401k thing. Thanks for the tip!
3/13/04, 08:44 PM
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Originally posted by GT_JOE@Mar. 14th, 2004, 3:06 AM
I've made up my mind....I'm getting a 2004 GT! I gotta have a v8. My truck that I have now is a six cyl 4.2L V6 and it is underpowered. I want something with some get up and go. But I'm still going to do the 401k thing. Thanks for the tip!
I've made up my mind....I'm getting a 2004 GT! I gotta have a v8. My truck that I have now is a six cyl 4.2L V6 and it is underpowered. I want something with some get up and go. But I'm still going to do the 401k thing. Thanks for the tip!
3/14/04, 09:03 PM
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im definately goin with the mach 1. for 2 main reasons. 1. the price is just too good to pass up. and 2. it will be more rare and more valuable than the GT. you know how many GT's i see everyday on the road. i've only seen about 5 mach's since last year. so that right there is a huge factor. also the new 05's seem really feminine and old :scratch: if you ask me. i think ford targeted our senior citizen base.
i had the same dilemma you have. an 05 or an 04?? but im so sure now. besides the mach is certified as one of the best all around mustangs ever built. looks, power and drivablity.
hopefully you can figure it out soon. cuz the 05's are around the corner.
good to pass up. and 2. it will be more rare and more valuable than the GT. you know how many GT's i see everyday on the road. i've only seen about 5 mach's since last year. so that right there is a huge factor. also the new 05's seem really feminine and old :scratch: if you ask me. i think ford targeted our senior citizen base. i had the same dilemma you have. an 05 or an 04?? but im so sure now. besides the mach is certified as one of the best all around mustangs ever built. looks, power and drivablity.
hopefully you can figure it out soon. cuz the 05's are around the corner.
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3/15/04, 04:10 AM
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Originally posted by The_Wretched@Mar. 14th, 2004, 10:06 PM
im definately goin with the mach 1. for 2 main reasons. 1. the price is just too good to pass up. and 2. it will be more rare and more valuable than the GT. you know how many GT's i see everyday on the road. i've only seen about 5 mach's since last year. so that right there is a huge factor. also the new 05's seem really feminine and old :scratch: if you ask me. i think ford targeted our senior citizen base.
i had the same dilemma you have. an 05 or an 04?? but im so sure now. besides the mach is certified as one of the best all around mustangs ever built. looks, power and drivablity. hopefully you can figure it out soon. cuz the 05's are around the corner.
im definately goin with the mach 1. for 2 main reasons. 1. the price is just too
good to pass up. and 2. it will be more rare and more valuable than the GT. you know how many GT's i see everyday on the road. i've only seen about 5 mach's since last year. so that right there is a huge factor. also the new 05's seem really feminine and old :scratch: if you ask me. i think ford targeted our senior citizen base. i had the same dilemma you have. an 05 or an 04?? but im so sure now. besides the mach is certified as one of the best all around mustangs ever built. looks, power and drivablity.
hopefully you can figure it out soon. cuz the 05's are around the corner.
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3/15/04, 06:24 AM
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I think I'll stick with the GT although I like Mach 1's. I promised my Dad I'd buy him a Harley Fat Boy so I'm on a limited budget. Gotta save a little $$$$$$ here and there. You know how it goes.
3/15/04, 03:28 PM
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http://www.brandonford.com/
Where I bought my Mach 1, they treated me great.
2004 GTs for $16,899.
Wow, I just saw 04 Mach1s for $24,xxx. How in the world do they make money??
Where I bought my Mach 1, they treated me great.
2004 GTs for $16,899.
Wow, I just saw 04 Mach1s for $24,xxx. How in the world do they make money??
