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Pointby 4/3/12 02:12 PM

Just signed the papers. Order is in!
 
Hi guys, this is my second post here so be gentle...

I've been looking around for a good resource on the 2013 GT500 and it looks like I found it. <sticks head in and looks around> Nice place ya got here!

I just put down my deposit on a 2013 GT500. Sterling Gray with Black stripes, SVTPP and Track Pack. Got it for $500 under MSRP. Not a great price probably, but since I was considering a ZL1 with ADM I feel like I just got away with something.

I am excited and nervous. This will be my first muscle car. I am currently selling my modified 2002 911 turbo and wanted to get into something just as fast, American made, cheaper to maintain and with a warranty. I think the GT500 fits the bill. It will be interesting to compare the two cars. My 911 is 520hp at the crank and the boost comes on like a freight train. I am guessing the GT500 will have a more linear feel. Plus, going from AWD with coilovers to RWD with a live rear axle should be a hoot.

i did own a 2002 Z06 at one point, so I am not completely unfamiliar with the feeling. The true test will be on the track. I am really looking forward to Watkins Glen and Lime Rock in this bad boy!

Anyways, I hope in time I can contribute as much info as I take away.
Cheers!

2011GB/CS 4/3/12 02:24 PM

Congrats, but going from a Porsche to a Mustang, hopefullly you won't be let down. I know the Shelby has 650hp and all but, 911 turbo's and GT2's are bad*** rides.

FAST FRED 4/3/12 02:55 PM

Congrats and welcome. :cheers:

Kabooka 4/3/12 03:00 PM

Grats ! Good to hear of one under msrp!

Pointby 4/3/12 03:25 PM


Originally Posted by 2011GB/CS (Post 6302039)
Congrats, but going from a Porsche to a Mustang, hopefullly you won't be let down. I know the Shelby has 650hp and all but, 911 turbo's and GT2's are bad*** rides.

I don't think so. I've gone this route before. I went from an 87 911 Turbo to an 02 Z06. The interiors are a disappointment, and the suspension is hard to get used to, but there are always trade offs.

I don't care about the image thing at all. I know some people get hung up on saying they drive a Porsche, but I am just an enthusiast and I like to drive. And when driving is hampered by high repair costs or service visits that are an hour away (my nearest pcar mechanic), then it can get frustrating.

It will be nice to have some American muscle, that is under warranty that I can get serviced down the street and is track ready in stock form.

I will be happy to give a comparison when it delivers.

cobrajetjoe 4/3/12 05:09 PM

Congrats..the 2013 GT500 is a great choice!

eric n 4/3/12 09:59 PM

mega congratulations! I'm sure it will be an amazing car. I'm going to assume that the handling will be less precise and the launch will include more wheel spin. That said, it's going to be a ton of fun.

Enjoy your new car, I hope it's trouble free and completely satisfying in the GO FAST department.

wheelman 4/3/12 10:13 PM


Originally Posted by Pointby (Post 6302017)
Hi guys, this is my second post here so be gentle...

I've been looking around for a good resource on the 2013 GT500 and it looks like I found it. <sticks head in and looks around> Nice place ya got here!

Welcome! We just vacuumed.

Originally Posted by Pointby (Post 6302017)
I just put down my deposit on a 2013 GT500. Sterling Gray with Black stripes, SVTPP and Track Pack. Got it for $500 under MSRP. Not a great price probably, but since I was considering a ZL1 with ADM I feel like I just got away with something.

Ha ha...congratulations!

Originally Posted by Pointby (Post 6302017)
I am excited and nervous. This will be my first muscle car. I am currently selling my modified 2002 911 turbo and wanted to get into something just as fast, American made, cheaper to maintain and with a warranty.

The true test will be on the track. I am really looking forward to Watkins Glen and Lime Rock in this bad boy!

I'm in CT, finally hitting Lime Rock this year. Where are you from and can I lie and say I'm interested in your 911 so I can test drive it? :D

2 Go Snake 4/4/12 12:08 PM

Congratulations Pointby ! Glad to hear of your great buy at such a great price. I hope to soon get enough money together to place my order. Keep us posted as to when you will get the GT500.

D1ck_Cheneyx 4/4/12 12:14 PM

Congrats, i hope to get my order in as soon as AAFES starts taking them. Glad i dont have to particpate in that raffle bs.

Pointby 4/4/12 02:25 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome guys. So it sounds like $500 under msrp is not a bad price? Well at least the hard part is over... No, not putting down the deposit, I mean telling my wife. Went better than I thought except for the fact she would have preferred red.

Now the wait. Hmmm... Maybe I should start thinking about aftermarket stuff to pass the time....

kcoTiger 4/4/12 07:44 PM

Might want to hold off on aftermarket until you know whether the car is enough as it is.

$500 below MSRP is about as good as it gets for a car like this that isn't on lots yet. A year from now, not so good, but I paid MSRP for mine (or will when it shows up and I sign the paperwork) and I feel good about it.

I went with the recaro's because I'll be tracking mine and like how they hold the driver. Aside from that my car has the same options. My wife has made me promise I won't reveal the colors until I have pictures.

2k7gtcs 4/4/12 07:46 PM

Congratulations and Welcome!


I'm about to order. Still haven't decided on color. It's driving me nuts.

Boss 1409 4/4/12 08:01 PM

Congrats! Sure you won't be disappointed.

kcoTiger 4/4/12 08:22 PM


Originally Posted by 2k7gtcs (Post 6303905)
I'm about to order. Still haven't decided on color. It's driving me nuts.

It kept me up nights.

2k7gtcs 4/4/12 08:23 PM


Originally Posted by kcoTiger

It kept me up nights.

It's a lot to live with for the next 20 years.

If only I had thought this long and hard about choosing a wife.

I keed.

kcoTiger 4/4/12 08:25 PM


Originally Posted by 2k7gtcs (Post 6303972)
It's a lot to live with for the next 20 years.

Absolutely.

If only I had thought this long and hard about choosing a wife.
Absolutely.

I keed.
Oh.

chief_charlie 4/4/12 09:00 PM


Originally Posted by 2k7gtcs
Congratulations and Welcome!

I'm about to order. Still haven't decided on color. It's driving me nuts.

Grabber Blue with black stripes. Placed the order last week

gtman2012 4/19/12 12:54 PM


Originally Posted by chief_charlie (Post 6304037)
Grabber Blue with black stripes. Placed the order last week

:nice::nice::nice:

~SMOKE~ 4/20/12 07:14 AM

Congrats to the new buyers, the 2013 GT500 is a great choice!
Looking forward to your arrival pics!!


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