zanis520 Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 i saw this and thought u guys would get a kick out of it. really quick article, making fun of the new shelby http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/hot_li...g_ever_car_news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usabodyguard Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 dead link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixxerrider Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 (edited) My link did not work either. it going for 79k plus 1300 gas tax Edited April 29, 2008 by 616 of 933 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zanis520 Posted April 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 alright well heres the article: 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR: The Most Ridiculously Overpriced Mustang Ever - Car News EIGHTY grand for a Mustang!? BY ERIK JOHNSON April 2008 Way back when the Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR was announced at the 2007 New York auto show, we speculated that it might cost $50,000—maybe $55,000, tops. Turns out we were very, very wrong. Ford today released pricing information for the 540-hp, supercharged ultra-Stang, and it will cost a whopping $79,995 plus a likely $1300 gas-guzzler tax when it goes on sale in May. That’s right folks, more than any production Mustang in history, and more than several Car and Driver favorites. What possible reasons could a person who ponies up eighty large for a Mustang—the same amount as three Mustang GTs—have for passing up so many indelible automotive delights? What thoughts might rush through their heads? A rundown, in order of price: BMW M3 ($55,875): “Sounds too good, not enough torque. Why would I want the best car in the world?” Lexus IS F ($56,675): “I’ve never heard of this one before. The leather’s probably much too buttery soft, though, and there’s no way the gauge cluster lights will change colors.” Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG ($57,225): “Way too awesome.” Nissan GT-R ($70,475): “Too fast, too capable. Also, it has all-wheel drive and therefore can’t do ridiculously long burnouts.” Chevrolet Corvette Z06 ($72,125): “Can I point you toward my Calvin-peeing-on-a-bowtie sticker?” Porsche 911 Carrera ($74,360): “Don’t speak German. Also, not enough torque.” Lotus Elise Supercharged plus a Mazda MX-5 ($77,710): “I hate turning.” In short, you’d have to be nuts, although based on our previous experience with the hysteria that surrounds all things Shelby, the 1000 GT500KRs will likely go quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTMD8R_SS Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 That's way to much for that car. Mustangs FTL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faceliftedss Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 i had an 02 saleen s281 SC that i bought used for a great price, other than that ill never own another ford. i wonder if they have that question on dating sites? if she drives a ford, no dice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbocoop Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 Funny article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KissMySilvSS Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 (edited) I'll pay $5K less for a Z06 and stomp the sh*t out of the POS. I'm sure it'll be a turd just like the regular Shelby GT 500. Edited April 29, 2008 by KissMySilvSS (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolBlueSS Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 I like the looks of the Shelbys, but not worth that price. Now a 1968 GT500KR is a different story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black2003SS Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 (edited) Too bad they're not $80k ...more like $122k...this is ridiculous! Anyone who spends that kind of coin on that is an idiot http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-Ford-M...1QQcmdZViewItem Well, I cant get any of the stupid ebay links to work, so just go to ebaymotors and search GT500kr and you will find a dozen over six figures... Edited April 29, 2008 by Black2003SS (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markdamadman Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 and thats why we stay away from ford, they probably makel ike 50k on that car... btw the interior blows on that car and why get taht when u can get a Ford GT??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hankg42 Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 (edited) I took a look at eBay. Some guy's selling a GT500KR calendar for $15 bucks and change. That's overpriced too! Edited April 29, 2008 by Hankg42 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oo p0op oO Posted April 29, 2008 Report Share Posted April 29, 2008 "and there’s no way the gauge cluster lights will change colors.” HAHAHAHAHAHAHA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman31 Posted April 30, 2008 Report Share Posted April 30, 2008 .......need I say more. $80k for a Bustang Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTMD8R_SS Posted April 30, 2008 Report Share Posted April 30, 2008 i had an 02 saleen s281 SC that i bought used for a great price, other than that ill never own another ford. i wonder if they have that question on dating sites? if she drives a ford, no dice. I like those saleens, my friend's dad has an 01 black convertible but it's always breaking down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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