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Originally Posted by jeffreyfranz Exactly. And I, also, loved my RX-8 and wished for the extra power. One thing that I never see discussed in the forums that extends this

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Old 12-17-2010, 06:37 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Exactly. And I, also, loved my RX-8 and wished for the extra power.

One thing that I never see discussed in the forums that extends this conversation about relative value and what we can afford: If I were driving a nice Cayman S, I would probably hesitate to track it much, worrying that a hairy accident would damage a big investment. And I know I would be obsessing more in parking lots and stuff.

Don't get me wrong: I would still love to have that car. But we got such a great deal. Who else makes a car like this at this price? No one.


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the problem with the mustang, in my mind, is it keeps on getting better every year

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the problem with the mustang, in my mind, is it keeps on getting better every year

2012 Mustang 5.0 comes with lower price, new features — Autoblog
Let's not forget that the other competitions are also getting better (I.e., LAw or Relativity). Heck, I still get believe that Hyundai is up there too.

In the end, each has its pluses and minuses --- and we all love cars!
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LOL. I need to test drive a 5.0 - mebbe I'll grow my hair like Van Ice.

Are there FI kits for the 5.0 ready for the aftermarket?
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LOL. I need to test drive a 5.0 - mebbe I'll grow my hair like Van Ice.

Are there FI kits for the 5.0 ready for the aftermarket?


They've had FI kits ready for the car before it was even released.

Ford alone has two kits.
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They've had FI kits ready for the car before it was even released.

Ford alone has two kits.
Gads, I suck!

I'd love to test drive one... don't get me into a Shelby - you may get another turncoat!!!

For OP, the cost of ownership is much more for a Porsche, as you know. Again, if you're willing to pony up the extra $$$, I'm sure you'll love driving it.
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Are there FI kits for the 5.0 ready for the aftermarket?
Yes. 624bhp, I belive. The Shelby setup (Ford Racing SC kit) does 0-60 in 3.7 seconds or something like that. Of course it has a suspension under it, too. Still, not bad!
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