G in the garage. Fantasy second car?
I totally agree with you, but look into the 2000 Cobra R Mustang and the 2012 Boss 302 Mustang suspension.
The Boss 302 not only has 444hp and 380tq (N/A) it also comes from the factory with adjustable shocks and struts, TracKey software, and TracMode powertrain control software. Those two models have suspension better than almost any car (worldwide) for under $65,000
The Boss 302 not only has 444hp and 380tq (N/A) it also comes from the factory with adjustable shocks and struts, TracKey software, and TracMode powertrain control software. Those two models have suspension better than almost any car (worldwide) for under $65,000
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Now they are starting to get the the right idea! They don't still have that "Live Axel" setup in the back do they? I had an 82 5.0 GT with the manual tranny that had pretty good power for its time but it handled only a little better than my buddie's 73 Chevelle SS! Well, maybe more than a little better but you get the picture.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDAChIpBsY4
There's also another ford motor (AUS built) that is a 4L single turbo in the FPV FG F6. I took one for a drive and in gear acceleration is porsche turbo fast!!
It has a solid rear axle, but it's set up to perfection. I believe it was Motor Trend that tracked the current 2011 5.0 against the current M3 and the M3 barely (and I mean barely) edged the Ford around the track and the 5.0 left the testers completely amazed. This new Mustang is the real deal, and although the interior isn't as polished and a bit more spartan than the more upscale nameplates, the leather is better than our Gs, but the fit & finish still is a notch below the Japanese brands. Reliability is very good for Ford products, they've improved the most from any automaker.
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My father-in-law bought a new IS-F in 08; charcoal with matching wheels....uh that thing is definitely 
! Snaps my head back with just about every upshift. At approx. $10k less than an M3, and still sexy as hell, I'd say it's a good choice. I read about the Alpina before, but don't remember much about it.
! Snaps my head back with just about every upshift. At approx. $10k less than an M3, and still sexy as hell, I'd say it's a good choice. I read about the Alpina before, but don't remember much about it.But this year, the IS-F is almost $5000 dollars more expensive than a M3.
Yep the Lexus IS-F cost $59700
while the M3 cost $55400
They are Both without Options and Packages.
I don't see why the hell would anyone get the IS-F over M3.
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Glad you liked it 
And here is the turboed version- Inline6 4L Turbo.
YouTube - Xtreme Ford Tuning's FG F6 11.57 @ 135 mph
And here is the turboed version- Inline6 4L Turbo.YouTube - Xtreme Ford Tuning's FG F6 11.57 @ 135 mph
On a side note, I'd like to see the new Boss 302 vs a GT-R on the track...... The regular GT kept up with the M3, I'm sure the Boss will beat it.
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Hey, it was fun reading all your replies. Man, if I had a couple extra stalls in the garage I would really be tempted to fill them, especially after the many choices and suggestions posted here. My aim would be to go with something quite different than the G. I agree that a Supra would be a fun project car. There was a suggestion of a vintage muscle car--and actually that is something in my future plans. My first car was a 69 Firebird. Been sort of looking for a clean one, but the Cuda's, GTO's and others from the late 60's are also on the hit list. Heck, I'd even go for a slammed cruiser, like an early 60's Continental, Cadillac, or similar, just to completely go the other direction. In the meantime, the G is providing lots of enjoyment.
