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Midnight5.0
Member # 597
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So I spent all day looking at cars since I can't find anything local. I've narrowed the search down to a new '06 or '07 GT, or a 03 Lightning with 20K miles that's pristine. I don't know anyone who owns a Lightning, so does anyone have feedback on them? Or feedback on how much you like your 05+ GT? I'm looking for a daily driver and the prices are about even for the two...
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hidnn.o.s.
Member # 1219
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I'm VERY happy with my 06GT
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six 5.0
Member # 3153
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My good buddy has a Lightning, he Loves it. If you haven't driven one defiantly do it before you make your decision. The torque is FUKKIN NUTS.......
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95whitegt
Member # 3205
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i agggreee lightnings kick ass mu dad's got a 01 i cant drive any of his cars do to crashing a few of them, but i take it out every once in a while, ans man........ its sweeeettt. when u hit the gas u get sydewayz but its very easy to control and the damn thing glides, wow, put a smaller s/c pully, headers, exhaust and your set, or stock is ok too.
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morespeed
Member # 6717
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I'm happy with my '06 GT. I beat the piss out of it for a year and its still running good. Just needs a clutch. (454 lbs of torque)
Are you a truck guy or a sports car guy? That is the question you need to ask yourself.
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Midnight5.0
Member # 597
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I'm more of a sports car guy, I love 5/6 speeds, but the truck is appealing since I have a supercharged cobra already...Anyone else on Lightnings?
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NavidR
Member # 3164
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ya I really like the lightnings
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illwill510
Member # 3788
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Mustang's got only a couple uses, go fast, handle good, and looks good.
Lightning's will tow trailers, move stuff, and do all of the above. More uses outa a lightning especialy if you already have a blown cobra,
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Hungry Hippo
Member # 537
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if you already have a cobra, i'd get a lightning
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93redcobra
Member # 1344
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i have owned a gen II lightning.One of the few vehicles i have owned i regret getting rid of.
It was fun to drive, did my home depot runs with it, moved things, etc.
I like the new mustangs too
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hidnn.o.s.
Member # 1219
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Another vote for the new mustang
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iceman302
Member # 7180
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I used to have a '00 Lightning. I had a fair amount of mods and the thing was an absolute blast. If you can live with basically a two seater (albeit one that can haul stuff), then buy the Lightning.
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hidnn.o.s.
Member # 1219
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1 more vote for an 06/07 GT
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92stangLX
Member # 3252
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I think there is a simple way to decide... Do you want a fast car or a fast pickup?
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91 5.0 5speed
Member # 1867
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quote: Originally posted by illwill510: Mustang's got only a couple uses, go fast, handle good, and looks good.
Lightning's will tow trailers, move stuff, and do all of the above. More uses outa a lightning especialy if you already have a blown cobra,
I don't think you can pull very much with the newer Lightnings....
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Black88GT
Member # 394
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Nate, I cant make the trip to AZ this year ,but I wish you the best man!
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5.0#4 87 T-Top GT
Member # 1534
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new gt's are everywhere now, nothing special. There is a ton of aftermarket stuff flooding the market.
Lightnings are fun, are usable, blow spark plugs out, burn up transmissions, and can run 9's
http://videos.streetfire.net/category/Ford/0/becc7307-5184-4e00-a9ff-98810096f1f6.htm
you make the call
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Midnight5.0
Member # 597
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Thanks Black88, there's no better place than Scottsdale in the spring. Can't wait.
So I'm highly considering the Lightning before the weekend, but the dealership isn't willing to budge much on price. What's fair for an excellent condition 03, 22,500 miles, warranty till '09, bed cover (not painted to match), exhaust and cold air? They're asking $32K (new ones went for $34 I believe), BB is $26.5K...
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Motorhead6T5
Member # 4969
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If you got a mustang already i would get the truck
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88DroptopGT
Member # 2535
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Get a lightning but fuck that dealership for that mark-up.
$32k when they were $34k new they will never sell that shit..
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saleen_freak
Member # 6521
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I had a buddy that had a Lightning. Its pretty impressive. i liked it. I own a 1999 saleen 351. The Lightning has the same engine but the supercharger is mounted on top of the engine. I think that if you get the Lightnng. It would cost you less to get it really fast. Compared to the GT. Thats my opinion.
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