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    05 GT engine knocking!!!

    I think there is a TSB on the cam phaser noise listed on themustangsource.com.
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    Throttle cable conversion?

    There is supposed to be redundancy in the systems on the Ford throttle control to prevent such an occurrance. I wouldn't jump to any quick conclusions about the reliability of the system. Chevrolet uses a drive by wire system on the Corvette, and I've never heard of any issues with it. It...
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    '05 GT pistons and rods.

    Superchips has their software ready and it is being used by JMS and others. please check the link below. http://www.sctflash.com/
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    Another positive review - USA Today

    I think Ford is going to have a winner with all age groups. I'm 41 and I haven't been that crazy about Mustangs since the late 60's models. I've owned 1 Fox body and 2 SN95's and think the new design is a winner in most areas over the previous versions.
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    Not enough power... In 2005

    Higher priced cars generally equate to higher insurance costs, but not always. I can insure a $45K Vette, for about the same amount as a GT Mustang (I'm not kidding). Claim history for the vehicle, has a lot to do with the insurance rates along with the age and driving record of the owner.
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    if Rousch unveils on 9-1-04 shouldn't we have hard specs for a stock 05 from FORD?

    When I was at the 40th anniversary celebration in Nashville, I talked with a Rousch representative for a while. I was disappointed when he said they would not build another supercharged Mustang due to the high costs associated with developing, testing, and certifying the car. I don't recall...
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    I did it I sat behind the wheel of an 05

    How does the driver's seat feel compared to the current car? Do you sit in or on top of the seat?
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    Looking at new '05. any IDEA on price range?

    The Ford Rep at the 40th anniversay celebration indicated it would be approximately the same price as the current model with the exception of an inflation adjustment, which happens every year.
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    Chrome accent package....

    Here's a link to a pic from outside the car with someone sitting in the seat of a GT without the accent package. It is in the 4th post from the top. You can get an idea of the dash from it. I may be in the minority, but I don't like the silver dash either. Too bad you loose 2 gauges and the...
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    Poll: Age of the mustang buyer

    I guesss I'm just about average at 40 and looking at the 05 as my 4th Mustang.
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    Manual is better? Ok, but what about..............

    I'm strictly an auto driver for the reasons listed above and I asked the Ford Rep at the 40th anniv show in Nashville about the performance of the auto trans. He said it was very close to the manual, and in some areas of the RPM range actually felt better. I don't think the new auto will be as...
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    Past Automatic Transmissions in Fords

    From my conversation with the Ford rep at the 40th anniv celebration at Nashville, the new transmission performs much better than the current one and is close to the 5 speed in seat of the pants accelleration. However, it may not be as durable and has a lower torque rating than current 4 speed...
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    I THINK I MAY HAVE FOUND PRELIMINARY PRICING FOR THE 05 STANG

    I talked to the salesmanager at the dealership I purchased my '99 from a couple months ago about potential dealer mark-up and they said they wouldn't mark them up. They also I could get my "X" plan agreed price without any hesisitation. With the high volume planned, marking them up would be...
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    Problems with Ford and new car designs

    As bad as I want a 2005 when they come out, I may wait a few months or until the '06 comes out. There will likely be problems with production that didn't show up in testing. Once there are thousands of Mustangs on the road the statistical sample will be large enough to reveal problems that...
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    C5 vette or 05' stang?

    I think you might find the insurance on the C5 less expensive than the GT Mustang even though the car costs more. This is likely due to the GT Mustangs and the V-8 F-body cars having a higher claims experience. The C5 is a great car, gets better gas mileage than the stang, and handles like a...
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    05 5spd Automatic

    I would say that your opinion is correct. I used to think the M5 had more problems than the 4 speed auto from threads I've read on other sites, but that may change with the new 5 speed autos coming out. I'm very, did I say very, disappointed :( in this news. However, I'm glad to hear it in...