Wow, fired up the TGT episode, yeah, it's absolutely stunning. Unless the mid-engined Vette goes _way_ upmarket, it'll never have the presence of the F-GT.
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Wow, fired up the TGT episode, yeah, it's absolutely stunning. Unless the mid-engined Vette goes _way_ upmarket, it'll never have the presence of the F-GT.
Ford GT is everything I would expect, but the actual car seemed like a pain in the ass to get into, out of, get comfortable, etc.
I think the price will make the mid-engine vette will be a better car. The Ford GT is just too expensive.
I think the price will make the mid-engine vette will be a better car. The Ford GT is just too expensive.
I hope it doesn't look like something out of a JC Whitney catalog. Typically, high-performance GM products always have styling problems.
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Yeah, the non-adjustable seating position is odd.
The mid-engine Corvette will likely be styled with more European looks than it currently has. The biggest market for the Corvette outside NA is the ME and Japan. That third one surprises me. Driving dynamics are going to be interesting. Mid-engine or even rear-engine is a wake-up call for most people who've driven either front-wheel drive or rear-wheel during their lives. Though these "surprises" are dialed down thanks to modern vehicle control function and software.
On the other hand, it should make the mid-engine Corvette a menace with glue like handling if those schematics are worth believing.
On the other hand, it should make the mid-engine Corvette a menace with glue like handling if those schematics are worth believing.
So I have two weeks off in January and thinking about going to San Fran and tour around the NorCal area. Anyone know of good roads to go driving on around that area? I would probably be renting a Stingray. I would love to rent the 911 they offer, but that's a bit too rich for my blood right now and they limit you to 220 miles with the C63 AMG. My original idea was to go down highway 1 to LA/San Diego, but with the fires and the mudslide still closing off a portion of it, that went out the window.
Take the 36 from the coast to Red Bluff, that's a _killer_ 4 hour drive (depending on where you pick it up) 
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I'd hope so, it was a brand new car I ordered and if I recall, this was the first day (maybe 2nd?) with it
So in the process of test driving the 2018 Mustang GT's approximately a week ago, I found this unexpectedly sitting on the lot, and purchased it. 2014 Mustang GT California Special track package, one owner and 12,000 miles. Something about this body style just struck me more and I was immediately drawn to it. Albeit, this cost almost as much as a new base Mustang GT.
Modifications include:
- Kooks long tube headers.
- Roush Catless/axleback exhaust /(Deleted resonators)
- Black out Package
- Bama Tuned
Approximate horse power is projected around 475. Sounds vicious around 4500 RPM.
Future modifications:
- Deleting that hideous front license plate.
- Upgrading suspension
- Hopefully Supercharging it in the Spring.
Modifications include:
- Kooks long tube headers.
- Roush Catless/axleback exhaust /(Deleted resonators)
- Black out Package
- Bama Tuned
Approximate horse power is projected around 475. Sounds vicious around 4500 RPM.
Future modifications:
- Deleting that hideous front license plate.
- Upgrading suspension
- Hopefully Supercharging it in the Spring.
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Time to use Christmas break(I get off a week for work) to clean up some loose odds and ends on the MG.
1. Door cards-mine are terrible, and I've had the replacements for probably 6 months
2. Some rubber seals that are shot
3. I need to pull the steering column apart to replace the wiper stalk-the sprayer switch is seized and I broke it trying to free it. I bought a replacement from-of all places-a Rolls Royce dealer in North Carolina probably in March or so.
4. This is a small thing, but has been bugging me for a while. The caps on the end of the turn signal and wiper stalks are badly rusted. Moss Motors sells stainless steel replacements-I need to take the time to get them ordered and installed.
5. Even though I bled the brakes when I changed the M/C, the pedal is a bit spongy so I'm going to go through and do that again.
6. I have a Smith's vacuum gauge that I want to install. After I find a place, I need to get the take-off on the intake manifold(I have some parts manifolds with an assortment of vacuum fittings-I just need to find the right one).
7. It wants to idle too high-I need to spend some time with the carbs and see if there's a vacuum leak I'm missing.
Nothing terribly exciting, but just some overdue stuff.
I need a new camshaft also and am going to go with a slightly more aggressive than stock grind, but I REALLY don't want to tackle that at the moment.
1. Door cards-mine are terrible, and I've had the replacements for probably 6 months
2. Some rubber seals that are shot
3. I need to pull the steering column apart to replace the wiper stalk-the sprayer switch is seized and I broke it trying to free it. I bought a replacement from-of all places-a Rolls Royce dealer in North Carolina probably in March or so.
4. This is a small thing, but has been bugging me for a while. The caps on the end of the turn signal and wiper stalks are badly rusted. Moss Motors sells stainless steel replacements-I need to take the time to get them ordered and installed.
5. Even though I bled the brakes when I changed the M/C, the pedal is a bit spongy so I'm going to go through and do that again.
6. I have a Smith's vacuum gauge that I want to install. After I find a place, I need to get the take-off on the intake manifold(I have some parts manifolds with an assortment of vacuum fittings-I just need to find the right one).
7. It wants to idle too high-I need to spend some time with the carbs and see if there's a vacuum leak I'm missing.
Nothing terribly exciting, but just some overdue stuff.
I need a new camshaft also and am going to go with a slightly more aggressive than stock grind, but I REALLY don't want to tackle that at the moment.
That sounds like a lot to do in a week! I'm just hoping for some better weather so I can give mine a good clean!
Nice. I'm guessing 95? I've seen just a handful of C4 Vettes in great condition. A lot of them got trashed by second and third owners or they were crashed by their first owners who couldn't handle the car. The rear glass always reminded me of the 944's. Slick and curved. Expensive to repair if it was broken way out of market.I'd hope so, it was a brand new car I ordered and if I recall, this was the first day (maybe 2nd?) with it
Have a safe trip in NYC.
Despite having to be finicky about tire pressures (33 psi/227.5 kPa front and 32 psi/220.6 kPa rear), I actually love to drive my 2015 Honda Fit. Mind you, I do get the occasional complaint that if I park my car all the way a parking slot, many other others don't realize there's a car there until they're almost at the parking slot.
Tip from someone who drives a car smaller than yours-
Line your bumper up with the cars you're next to. If there are no cars next to you, get a foot or so away from the end of the lines.
The last thing I want is to have someone pull into a spot in a hurry and not see my car.
I'll leave you with this photo that I saw posted elsewhere on the internet recently to show just exactly why this is a good idea.
Does anyone have ventilated seats and do they work well? I can’t see how these would be effective if your body is blocking the pores in the leather seat back.
Congrats, you're going to love it, my '14 was the best car I ever owned hands down. That said, California Special is not a track package, nor could track package be had with the California Special. It's basically a regular GT with a really nice appearance package on it, but it doesn't have the 14" Brembo brakes or any of the other track pack goodies (those wheels won't clear the Brembos). Still a great car.
You're entirely correct. I just looked at the Window sticker again and it says "CS Track stripes/Track Apps." I do like the look of the cometic features and the rear diffuser. The one thing I hate about some sports cars today is they have to much Chrome. The blackout package eliminates all of that. This is the first interior package that has suede And leather. My previous cars were all leather. But I find the suede really comfortable.
I can't believe how loud the Shaker system is. I barely turn it up and it's insanely loud. Unfortunately It's stored for the winter and I won't have it out until the spring. But it gives me time to plan for the projects up ahead.
The Roush exhaust sounds really good. Did you have an exhaust set up on yours and how many miles did you have when you sold it? I think remember your squirrel story damaging under the hood.
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I had the Ford Racing Performance Parts OEM GT500 exhaust put on mine the morning after delivery at 80 miles, which is the exhaust it should've come with from the factory IMO. I had 41k miles when I traded it in and it was just a phenomenal car - no rattles or squeaks whatsoever and it felt really bulletproof. Could really take a beating and never felt fragile or let me down at all. And yep, squirrels got me for $2k in damage, and 6 months to the day I took delivery I had $10k in damage done by thieves stealing two wheels. Car was great, but it was also bad luck.
I absolutely will have another one, before they become electric someday.
I absolutely will have another one, before they become electric someday.
What year?
Nice which model?
I have family members with them and when I ride in their cars I found them to work well. You bring up a good point and I am not quite sure how they work if your body is blocking the pores.
I don't know what it is, the new body style (S550) Mustangs don't work for me. The 2018's are nice with the Premium package with the 12 inch Digital display and new exhaust mode, but it's to European for me with the contoured body style. It doesn't look as 'muscle' like compared to the 13/14 models. I could have easily picked up a 2017 model for what I paid for the 14 GT California, but the package was a better sell including the modifications.
I wanted to wait to see what the new Bullitt Mustang is about. It's basically confirmed And the dealership I purchased the car from Thinks a Super Bowl Commercial is coming . I hope Mustangs Don't go electric. The V8 is a dying breed being replaced obviously by more fuel efficient engines with Fords Ecoboost line. I just have a greater appreciation for a naturally aspirated engine, even though it's Impressive what these Ecoboost engines can unleash.
Even the new Ford Raptor is powered by 3.5 TT V6, which doesn't seem fitting for such an aggressive looking truck. It's also rumored a possible 7.0L V8 might be possible for next years Raptor model.
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I have a 2014 Raptor and enjoy the 6.2 V8 and wouldn't want a Raptor with a smaller engine.
I think that's how it should be. A massive truck with a monster V8. It's just more fitting.