Heya,
Rob here from Oklahoma. Took delivery of my 2006 yellow/black GT last Tuesday night. 3 option car (no BBS wheels), 1 owner (out of Atlanta, GA area), 2800 miles. Checked out great on CarFax/AutoCheck.
I'm 39 and my journey with sports cars has been short but furious. In 2010 I bought my first "sports" car, a 2010 Mustang GT that had been tricked out pretty nice. It had blue racing strips but we peeled them and re-striped it purple for the wife to drive when I bought my next car...
In 2011 I bit the bullet and bought a black GT500. She's pretty much stock besides the aluminum drive shaft, Borla cat back system and a few outside tid bits. This is my daily driver and I love this car!
I started wanting a 2013 GT500 but the salesman at our local dealership seems to think I should chase him around to buy one. Nah...I don't do business like that. I've always said if it's a hassle, walk away, there's a reason.
I've lusted after the GT's since the day they came out but never dreamed of being able to buy one or afford owning one. Every time I've seen one, I've been envious (in a good way) of the owner. Things change and now I have one!
This car is pretty flawless as far as I can tell except a few minor things. It's tough finding even the smallest amount of grime in the deep cavities of the engine area. There was some passenger side mirror damage but the dealer I purchased it from sent me a brand new mirror. I'm going to take it to my local Ford dealer this week to get her a good look over and have the mirror swapped out. I think I may have a bad oil sending unit or gauge also. I'm hoping it's the sender.
I've driven her about 60 miles so far. It sure is fun...I can't believe how smooth the gearbox is. The whole car rides incredibly nice...and it's crazy that it's quieter inside than my Cobra!
I've already learned a great deal about the car from the forum by lurking...I appreciate all the info that's been posted here!
I bought this car with the mindset of an investment that I can touch. She won't see very many miles. Maybe someday I can afford another that I can drive around more often without worrying about mileage.
Is the paint finish on the front trunk lid usually kinda rough looking? Is an exhaust upgrade worth the smiles per gallon? I was looking at the Accufab x-pipe.
Any other owners in the Tulsa area? I've seen a few running around.
Can't wait for the Shelby meet next year!!!
Rob here from Oklahoma. Took delivery of my 2006 yellow/black GT last Tuesday night. 3 option car (no BBS wheels), 1 owner (out of Atlanta, GA area), 2800 miles. Checked out great on CarFax/AutoCheck.
I'm 39 and my journey with sports cars has been short but furious. In 2010 I bought my first "sports" car, a 2010 Mustang GT that had been tricked out pretty nice. It had blue racing strips but we peeled them and re-striped it purple for the wife to drive when I bought my next car...
In 2011 I bit the bullet and bought a black GT500. She's pretty much stock besides the aluminum drive shaft, Borla cat back system and a few outside tid bits. This is my daily driver and I love this car!
I started wanting a 2013 GT500 but the salesman at our local dealership seems to think I should chase him around to buy one. Nah...I don't do business like that. I've always said if it's a hassle, walk away, there's a reason.
I've lusted after the GT's since the day they came out but never dreamed of being able to buy one or afford owning one. Every time I've seen one, I've been envious (in a good way) of the owner. Things change and now I have one!
This car is pretty flawless as far as I can tell except a few minor things. It's tough finding even the smallest amount of grime in the deep cavities of the engine area. There was some passenger side mirror damage but the dealer I purchased it from sent me a brand new mirror. I'm going to take it to my local Ford dealer this week to get her a good look over and have the mirror swapped out. I think I may have a bad oil sending unit or gauge also. I'm hoping it's the sender.
I've driven her about 60 miles so far. It sure is fun...I can't believe how smooth the gearbox is. The whole car rides incredibly nice...and it's crazy that it's quieter inside than my Cobra!
I've already learned a great deal about the car from the forum by lurking...I appreciate all the info that's been posted here!
I bought this car with the mindset of an investment that I can touch. She won't see very many miles. Maybe someday I can afford another that I can drive around more often without worrying about mileage.
Is the paint finish on the front trunk lid usually kinda rough looking? Is an exhaust upgrade worth the smiles per gallon? I was looking at the Accufab x-pipe.
Any other owners in the Tulsa area? I've seen a few running around.
Can't wait for the Shelby meet next year!!!