09-11-2007, 01:54 PM
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Ford GT ugly  wow. I'm not an american car fan at all but, the Ford GT is an exception to that rule. It is truly a work of art and in one word I could describe it BEAUTIFUL. The Audi outperforms I believe the 997 Turbo and can be a daily driver right along with the 911.
He already owns 4 Porsches and a couple other exotics. 
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09-11-2007, 02:09 PM
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Wow, great collection!
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09-11-2007, 02:26 PM
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If your pop is willing to shell out 300,000+ on a CGT, do you really think a 10-20k clutch replacement is going to bother him at all?
I'd personally have gone for a f430, gallardo, murci, or some sweet ruf
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09-11-2007, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by JCL12
If your pop is willing to shell out 300,000+ on a CGT, do you really think a 10-20k clutch replacement is going to bother him at all?
I'd personally have gone for a f430, gallardo, murci, or some sweet ruf
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oh, and you forgot the Veyron & Zonda  
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09-11-2007, 02:59 PM
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CGT is in SUCH a different league.. Think Enzo, F40 or F50 or McLaren SLR or F1.. The R8 and Ford GT are "second tier" in this league. That is not to say they are not nice cars.. just not the same either.
In Fact, I see the R8 having a very short shelf life as Porsche takes control of the VW group
I saw a FGT at a local dealer about 2 years ago. Their sticker price was $180.. I think Ford MSRP was only 140.. I asked him what they were thinking asking $40K over price.. I then asked about the oh, what was it, subframe or suspension issues and how they could STILL ask so much over sticker. The salesman told me "How do i knwo so much about this car" so i told him "I know how to read". He said I read to much.... Dick .. Needless to say not that Ford or any other Ford has made it into my garage.
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09-11-2007, 03:37 PM
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The Carrera GT...wow I'd get one. I would say the samewith it as I did with the Boxster. I've got the money and I'm going to try and own one. If it gets to expensive to maintain/service then I'll sadly sell.
The Ford GT, at the end of the day is still a Ford built car. Kind of like the C6 I drove. I was impressed at first and like the take off power, but at the end of the day it was still a GM. Pass.
But hey, I give credit to your Dad for getting two cars that will still give you a thrill when you hit the gas. We all have our own taste and wants. All but one or two of the people I know can't understand me buying the Porsche over other choices.
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09-11-2007, 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by SC986
The Ford GT, at the end of the day is still a Ford built car.
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So was the original GT, which ate Porsches and Ferraris for lunch.
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09-11-2007, 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by JCL12
I'd personally have gone for a f430, gallardo, murci, or some sweet ruf
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He already has a Gallardo, F355, 993 CT3, 996 Turbo.
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Originally Posted by SC986
The Ford GT, at the end of the day is still a Ford built car.
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Don't be so sure of that.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=01ONehtzJ2Y (2min 45 seconds)
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Originally Posted by racer d
I saw a FGT at a local dealer about 2 years ago. Their sticker price was $180.. I think Ford MSRP was only 140.. I asked him what they were thinking asking $40K over price.. I then asked about the oh, what was it, subframe or suspension issues and how they could STILL ask so much over sticker. The salesman told me "How do i knwo so much about this car" so i told him "I know how to read". He said I read to much.... Dick .. Needless to say not that Ford or any other Ford has made it into my garage.
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Yes the first production models had some suspension problems but, were recalled about 400 or so and fixed. Most supercars first year run has problems. MSRP in 2006, last year of production was $150K. They dropped off a couple months back and some sitting at $139K but, now they're on the rise again and only expected to gain value.
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CGT is in SUCH a different league.. Think Enzo, F40 or F50 or McLaren SLR or F1
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He's looked at the F40 several times and may buy one someday. Personally with a car of that caliber I'd prefer an F40 over a CGT. The F40 has been my dream car since I was a kid, my room was decorated in several different images of the F40. A couple years ago I got the pleasure of actually being able to sit in 140 something. The ultimate road going race car! I wanted to do backflips in this showroom but, I did a good job at containing myself.
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09-11-2007, 06:32 PM
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09-11-2007, 06:47 PM
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Nice choices, love the Audi. If I had the money I think the Audi would make a great addition for some fun driving and track time. Rated very well and I like the unique look. What color is he getting? What color will the 'blade' be? I played around on the website a couple months ago, I think I liked the black with the carbon fiber blade. I don't like too much contrast or it looks a bit weird.
Post some pics when he gets it.
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09-11-2007, 07:29 PM
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Originally Posted by drburton
Nice choices, love the Audi. If I had the money I think the Audi would make a great addition for some fun driving and track time. Rated very well and I like the unique look. What color is he getting? What color will the 'blade' be? I played around on the website a couple months ago, I think I liked the black with the carbon fiber blade. I don't like too much contrast or it looks a bit weird.
Post some pics when he gets it.
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He's thinking white with the carbon fiber blade. Gunmetal or Black wheels and all the exterior pieces such as the grill and vents will also be done in carbon fiber. Give it that monochrome look. There are few cars I like in white but, Porsche's, the Gallardo and the R8 all look good in white. He's not a fan of black cars as they tend to hide the bodylines and who wants to do that.
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09-12-2007, 09:51 AM
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altough the ford is fast, that has to be the guliest car ever. my opinion of course.
theres a guy here in chicago that has a twin turbo one, and its wicked fast
the audi on the other hand, now that is nice, i sat in one, and loved it, i bet that thing drives awesome.
good luck with both cars, some very nice expencive toys
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09-12-2007, 04:07 AM
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Originally Posted by yellowboxster01
He already has a Gallardo, F355, 993 CT3, 996 Turbo.
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Uh . . . Will he adopt me please? 
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09-12-2007, 09:26 AM
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I love the Audi R8 there are a few in Aberdeen and they look amazing and sound incredible.
I think thats quite cool buying the 2 cars but am surprised by getting the Audi that the Ford GT would appeal and not something more exotic like a Lambo Murci or a Gallardo roadster or a F435.
Still he is going to be one hell of a happy chap.
Have ford sorted the reliability issues on the GT.
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09-12-2007, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Bambino Don
I think thats quite cool buying the 2 cars but am surprised by getting the Audi that the Ford GT would appeal and not something more exotic like a Lambo Murci or a Gallardo roadster or a F435.
Still he is going to be one hell of a happy chap.
Have ford sorted the reliability issues on the GT.
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He has a Gallardo hardtop and an F355 spider. He tried ordering an F430 spider from Ferrari and they won't take his money so, he found another company that would.
He got the last model GT so, all should be taken care of. The biggest advantage to both of these cars is they can be serviced in town. His Lambo and Ferrari have to be transported to Springfield or Dallas for anything more than an oil change.
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09-12-2007, 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by yellowboxster01
He tried ordering an F430 spider from Ferrari and they won't take his money so, he found another company that would.
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yellowboxster01:
Why wouldn't Ferrari take his order?
Thanks,
ddb
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09-12-2007, 03:06 PM
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Originally Posted by ddb
yellowboxster01:
Why wouldn't Ferrari take his order?
Thanks,
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Well when he was in the market for a Ferrari he was going to order a 360 Spider. He contacted Ferrari and he was told you must own a Ferrari previously before ordering from them. He bought his 355 Spider and has had it for several years. A while back tried to order a 430 Spider and they now tell him you must own TWO previous Ferrari's. So, he said f**k it and ordered from a company that would accept his money.
It's rather amazing to me that a car company that sells at minimum $150K cars can be so picky as to who owns them.
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