Thinking about selling for GT500

[ss=scuba steve]

Originally Posted by SuperFly03

What are you smoking... remaining factory warranty applies which is usually at least 3/36. On an 07, sure that's a problem but a '10? even a '09?

Your point is valid and I got stung by that but it only matters if you expect the car to fall apart. I have 10x more issues with my Camaro than I ever had with my GT500.

OP stated he is looking for 08-09 so majority of warranty on either is used up. Warranty issue aside, My larger point was not knowing if someone kicked the shit out of it before you get it.

[vernal]

Originally Posted by SuperFly03

ok I've had both cars (see sig). I would probably not advise the switch for a variety of reasons. In living with the GT500 as a DD I could not stand two things: traction and interior. ... With regards to the traction. It was so bad I had to put a bag of sand in the back of my GT500 to get it stick even remotely well. I didn't get a chance to upgrade the bushings or other components in the suspension but it needs it BADLY. I would wheel hop any time I got on the accelerator.

I had the same decision, I test drove the Shelby but bought the Camaro. Frankly, I thought the Shelby was too fast for the street, and wouldn't have been as good as a DD. No traction, and power you can't really use is sort of worthless. The clutch was kind of heavy, but I havent tried the newer Shelbys so that may have changed. If I was shopping for a race car that was street legal I might have chosen differently, but I wanted a DD.

Just make sure you test drive it, and buy what you prefer because they are both great cars, but remember that there are other things you can do with the money you save.

[305pride]

cant go wrong with a gt500. test drive first and see how u feel about it

[2010SLVRBULIT]

Originally Posted by John Shields

The thing with these cars is, you have to have some sort of commitment to them. If you don't, then you might as well just get rid of it and move on. You know how the community here is about Fords... specifically the Mustang. So you should be expecting a not so pleasant response.

Like I said, if you're not happy with it... move on. But don't bother telling us about it because we don't care (at least I don't).

personally, go for a '10 or newer GT500, if you MUST trade it in.

[kevin2323]

Originally Posted by John Shields

The thing with these cars is, you have to have some sort of commitment to them. If you don't, then you might as well just get rid of it and move on. You know how the community here is about Fords... specifically the Mustang. So you should be expecting a not so pleasant response.

Like I said, if you're not happy with it... move on. But don't bother telling us about it because we don't care (at least I don't).

you cared enough to click on the title that said gt500 in it then move on to write and post something in the thread, so you do care.

[BADNESS]

The good thing about GT500'S is the fact that there are alot of collector type people who buy them who basically drive them on the weekend here and there. With that said , through my search for GT500's its clear which ones have been beat up and which ones have been babied. Im not even considering one that has ANY modifications. Im looking at cars that either are left over at dealerships with no owners, never titled, etc. Or cars with VERY very few miles. And again I thank everyone for their opinions because I am truly torn on what to do.
Superfly03- One of my good buddies has a GT500 and ive been in it many times and i agree the interior is rather drab.And i can also agree with the ZERO traction issue lol. But when that supercharger winds up and those tires stick
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[Fraxum]

Be sure to spend as much time at the wheel of a GT500 as you can before you buy. The GT500 while very fast is a straight line car for the most part. You will lose much in the handling department. The Camaro is better balanced front to rear and the GT500 is very front heavy. And I think is heavier overall than the Camaro.

The Camaro to me is more comfortable and refined than the GT500. The pre 2010 GT500 would be a step backward in my book.

But they do hold their value well, but then so has the Gen 5 Camaro.

[Sawyer]

thing is, if your going to get the Gt500, get the 2011.

[Sleestack]

Originally Posted by BADNESS

The sickness has hit me yet again, I buy cars to have them for 3 months then sell them. I'm now bored with the Camaro, and although it is amazingly great. I lost the urge to put more money into it. Dont feel like spending 7k on a blower. But before I go through with this I want some opinions. Im looking at a few 08-09 GT500's. Even though they are a couple years old. Something about them always makes me fall in love. What should I do???
Pros-
I get a new (but used) car.
GT500 is easier to make power, and cheaper
Cons-
Sell my 2010 Camaro to get an older car.
Wont have this great suspension anymore

I like the old-school look of the 09s.

Get a post Aug 2008 build and you will get the redesigned clutch that has fewer issues than the '07s and 08's, and still get a good deal.

Handling is an easy upgrade. All GT500s have identical suspension geometry, just the '10 has better tuning from the factory, and the 07-09 is way too soft. Swap out the stock suspension with the adjustable Ford racing suspension, and you will outhandle the 2010 GT500, and the Camaro by a longshot. This FRPP suspension is similar to the one they will put on the Boss.

[Supermans]

With the money you're thinking about spending, I'd definitely get a GT500 KR.

[Camaro8810]

Originally Posted by JUISSD

The Shelby is a sweet car. Life is too short to worry about what other people want. If you like the Shelby enough to make the switch then go for it.

Couldn't agree more. In the end you gotta do what is going to make you happy no matter what anyone else thinks or says.

[04Ram2500Hemi]

I'm an American Muscle kind of guy, so you won't get any flack out of me if you buy a Mustang (hell- I was going to by the Challenger SRT-8 until I found the price tag was $10,000 more than the Camaro). If you have done the math, and the Mustang is really going to be the less expensive route, and it will make YOU happy, then I say go for it. You only get one shot at life, and if you can do something that makes you happy, then I see no reason why you shouldn't do it. My only request is you don't turn in the keys on a Camro for something like a Subaru WRX. Sure the WRX is fast (especially the STI), but there's just something wrong about trading a Camaro for a Subaru.

[Crowley]

Originally Posted by raqball

Do what ever makes you happy.... The GT500 is a sweet ride....

What he says ... there is only 1 person that needs to make this decision ... you ..

Not sure what you money situation is or if you have looked into it and can do a 2 seater ... take a look at used C6 Z06's as well

Crowley

[Rockin the BlueSS]

what about a C6 Z06 then ? you can get a used one for cheap and destroy the GT500...

ha ha crowley beat me to it!