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Not a single thread on the GT500s 4225 lb curb weight?
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Originally posted by Big A View PostI agree, Ford's not offering a stripped down racecar with a warranty here, they are selling a car that appeals to most of the folks that are in a situation in life to spend $80k on a Ford. The majority of which aren't gearheads, nor will they modify the car, beyond basic bolt-ons, if even that. Strange concept to a board full of guys that love to tinker, but we are the exception.
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Originally posted by cool cat View PostThankfully there is a minority of gear heads that do end up with cars like this. I saw the fastest stock bottom end 2019 ZR1 run this summer, that thing is nasty.
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Originally posted by Big A View PostThat sounds like building a racecar, not upgrading a comfortable DD. Someone that doesn't race often will spend that $55k very differently, apples and coconuts.
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Originally posted by AnthonyS View PostIt’s a totally comfortable daily driver with bluetooth, backup cam, AC, leather options, etc.
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Originally posted by Big A View PostYou haven't given the make, model, and year, I'm guessing because it doesn't fully support your argument. "Totally comfortable" is 100% subjective, and it's far easier for the builder to make concessions in their mind about their car's true characteristics.
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Some 2019 and all 2020 GT350 Voodoo Engines got the following enhancements from the Predator engine program...
Confirmed Changes
Overall
The Gen 2 5.2 can withstand 12 psi of sustained boost (Confirmed by article)
Romeo Niche Line engines are now only built by a single builder (Evidenced by 2019 Build Plates)
Recast Block
Longer Gen 1 Coyote spec head bolts (Confirmed by article)
Additional cylinder bore material surrounding the water jackets (Confirmed by article)
Added cast in brace on intake side of cylinder bore (Confirmed by article)
"Bay to Bay" Breathing ports reorientated to better equalize block gasses and minimize windage (Confirmed by article)
Recast Cylinder Head
Additional material around water jackets for better sealing (Confirmed by article)
Stronger valve seat material to handle increased heat (Confirmed by article)
4 Layer MLS head gasket (Confirmed by article)
Valvetrain
GT350R Timing Chains (Confirmed by article and data tag)
GT350R Lash adjusters (Confirmed by article and data tag)
GT350R Cam covers (Confirmed by article and data tag)
GT350R VCT mechanisms (Confirmed by article and data tag)
Rotating Assembly
Improved I-beam connecting rods (mrbillwot called FP Hotline)
Forged crank sprocket (mrbillwot called FP Hotline)
Unconfirmed Changes
Copper-lead bearings
Resized piston-cooling jets
Improved oil pump with larger stronger gerotor gear - FP Hotline said "carryover" (mrbillwot)
Upgraded exhaust valve seals
Higher exhaust valve spring rate
Improved Oil Pan, Oil Pickup, and Windage tray - mrbillwot confirming
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Originally posted by 4bangen View PostMy 15 GT premium stickered for $47k. I payed $38k for it. When we went to look at an 18 mode with all the same options as my 15 it was $56k. So I got a used 16 for $26k instead. I'll probably never buy a new car again. used only for me.
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Originally posted by racrguy View PostWhat the hell 18 GT has a sticker of 56k? I got all but a couple options on mine and sticker was 50,580.
Ford has launched its configurator for the 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500, and costs can top $107,000 with all the option boxes checked.
I believe that's more expensive than the new top of the line c8 vette
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Originally posted by 32vfromhell View PostSomeone pointed out that you could get the vinyl stripes redone something like 20 times for the cost of the painted-on stripes.
And I don't doubt it costs a large company way more to paint on than use a sticker. Those lines just arent set up for non-standard stuff. Maybe not 10K...but it's going to be a fair amount more than any low volume one off shop.
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