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Old 05-18-2008 | 01:09 PM
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From what I've heard, they are going to be slower than the new Mustang(in 2011) and a bit more expensive.

And this crap does nothing for me.
Than feel free to wait until 2011 and buy a mustang.
Old 05-18-2008 | 01:50 PM
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One more thing, who got to drive the one with the 427 that did 7:45 around the 'Ring??
tell me more lol
Old 05-18-2008 | 04:19 PM
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I also had a dream about a 5th gen! Mine involved a black one with red stripes and red interior...
Hey...what are you doing in my car?
Old 05-18-2008 | 04:21 PM
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About the only thing I've gotten out of all the "fluff" has been that the V6 will apparently be offered with a manual trans. GM made the wise choice.
Actually....reading between the lines, I would be surprised if this doesn't translate into that 300HP DI V-6 that has been rumored.
Old 05-18-2008 | 06:52 PM
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About the only thing I've gotten out of all the "fluff" has been that the V6 will apparently be offered with a manual trans. GM made the wise choice.
Concur completely.

Manual tranny with the V6 sounds like a very good decision.
Old 05-18-2008 | 06:59 PM
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It's just a matter of time now before one(or two) is in our driveway now.

It was good to meet the group. I had tons of fun!
I'm glad significant others were allowed, and that I didn't have "tube" duty!
Hopefully I can tag along with Cara again!
Old 05-18-2008 | 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Sephiroth
From what I've heard, they are going to be slower than the new Mustang(in 2011) and a bit more expensive.
I don't think that prediction has any basis in fact. Official specs and performance numbers aren't available for either car, so how could anyone know?
Old 05-18-2008 | 08:54 PM
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If Ford pulls the trigger on its 5.0L Boss engine as a base V8 (not likely), GM will surely have something to trump it. Horsepower wars the next 3 years will be interesting.
Old 05-18-2008 | 09:02 PM
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I just would like to know if the opening in the hood will be functional on any of the models. I wouldn't think that would be something that is top secret.

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Old 05-18-2008 | 09:16 PM
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I dunno, even the colors are secret. Must be dat dere brand new high-tech dent resistant paint that they can't talk about! Forbid we get some news to keep us interested other than "the V6 will be fun!" when the car is only about 6 months away now and V8 Challengers will be hitting streets all over soon. Not quite sure what the point of these posts are if we can't be told anything.

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Old 05-18-2008 | 10:15 PM
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Not quite sure what the point of these posts are if we can't be told anything.
IMO the fact that 15 enthusiasts left the Summit happy should tell you a lot.
Old 05-18-2008 | 10:47 PM
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IMO the fact that 15 enthusiasts left the Summit happy should tell you a lot.
exactly...good things come to those who wait.
Old 05-19-2008 | 12:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Sephiroth
From what I've heard, they are going to be slower than the new Mustang(in 2011)
Thats if Ford can deliver on a 400/360 or 400/400 5.0 - even Ford guys are highly skeptical Ford has the ability to produce said engine without a supercharger strapped to it.

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Old 05-19-2008 | 01:23 AM
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Originally Posted by IZ28
I dunno, even the colors are secret. Must be dat dere brand new high-tech dent resistant paint that they can't talk about! Forbid we get some news to keep us interested other than "the V6 will be fun!" when the car is only about 6 months away now and V8 Challengers will be hitting streets all over soon. Not quite sure what the point of these posts are if we can't be told anything.
This is a very competetive business. It's important to keep specific details secret until vehicle launch. You may think talking paint colors is a trivial detail, but it most certainly is not. We can say we saw Red, Silver, Black and a 4th color we were specifically told not to speak of.

It is what it is. We signed confidentiality agreements. We have alot of respect for the folks at GM who put their asses on the line to make this happen. We have WAY too much respect for them to do anything that would adversley reflect on them.

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Old 05-19-2008 | 08:35 AM
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Actually....reading between the lines, I would be surprised if this doesn't translate into that 300HP DI V-6 that has been rumored.
Ahh...the same one in Cadillac CTS?

To be honest, I was quite happy with the 310 hp in the 4th gen. Yeah, I'd want more hp when I take the car tracking, but that only happens twice a year.

The only thing I'd miss is the V8 rumble, which is a pretty big deal...



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