Am I stupid?

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 04:21 PM

Hmm...I plan on having an 02-03stang as my first car...my dad says im stupid and i shouldnt get a newer car...am i really stupid? lol (ive got enough to pay for everything)

809 · 01-22-2005, 04:39 PM

Get what you like. If you like the newer style, then you should get it. If you like the older style, get that. If style is not a factor, then power and ride probably go to the new Stang. Personally, I like the 99-04 style better than the 05. But that is just me.

*venom* · 01-22-2005, 04:42 PM

I told you not to be stupid you moron j/k. I would get a Mach 1 or Cobra 2003-04. They are cheaper now since the 05 came out. Problem with getting the new 05 is that there is no incentives so you will be paying top dollar and thats not smart when it comes to american cars. They lose their value rather qucikly.

809 · 01-22-2005, 04:56 PM

Venom is right. More bang for the buck with either of those options.

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 05:07 PM

So, an 2002 Mustang is not a good idea? I found one for 10K

Jeremy · 01-22-2005, 05:46 PM

As long as it is a stick, haha. I don't see anything wrong with getting a 02 myself. As long as you enjoy the car.

Ghostalker · 01-22-2005, 06:56 PM

I personally recomend from expierience to get a V6 as your first mustang, manual preferably, and learn on it like i did (and still do, lol) it has descent power (hey its a big v6, 3.8 is huge, lol) get one cheap, like i did ($3200+$700 tranny repair, + several hundred in mods, lol) and then when i am a bit older i get to upgrade (no not with 'mommies money' lol) to a newer GT or if god allows, a 96-98 cobra omg sexi, lol
:evil3::evil1:

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 06:59 PM

This is my first car, idk stick...lol, i know auto obviously...lol :laughing6 I think i changed my mind, found a 97, very nice color, 67Kmiles(ummm) for 8.5K...V6...but yea...blah!!! If you just want to talk to me/help me on AIM : m0nkeh06 ,thx

Islander03GT · 01-22-2005, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by venom

I told you not to be stupid you moron j/k. I would get a Mach 1 or Cobra 2003-04. They are cheaper now since the 05 came out. Problem with getting the new 05 is that there is no incentives so you will be paying top dollar and thats not smart when it comes to american cars. They lose their value rather qucikly.

Are you nuts? A 16 year old should never be given a Mach or Cobra.... they don't have the experience to handle that kind of power... not to mention the insurance payment is gonna have their whole family living in that car instead of in a house!

A new new car is alot of money. Having been a 16 year old myself, I know how they treat cars. A good portion of them wreck their first car. I'd get a bit older V6 for a "starter" car... then once you know you can handle it (and are making your own payments) buy yourself a GT/Mach/Cobra/Saleen.

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 08:08 PM

I am making my own payments...no help from mommie and daddy.

NoKturnaL · 01-22-2005, 08:36 PM

Just get the 02 Stang GT 5 speed...I dont know about all this "if your 16, a GT is to much power for u " stuff..

I mean If we were talking about a 16 year old getting a Lamborgini or ferrari...now That SOME POWER that would be hard to handle..
GT's are only 260 at the crank....thats NADA.. GET THE GT..and if u can afford it...get a 03 Cobra...OH YEA BABY!!!

You just have to be smart with ANY car u get. Dont make stupid decisions on the road ..like going 60 in a 30 miles per hour road..and stuff like that.

A CIVIC is no safer than a GT. But good Judgment is the key. U can kill ya self in ANY car. NAHHHH MEAAANNN?????

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 08:40 PM

I get what you mean, I'm prolly getting a 97Stang - Sonic Blue (Don't gotta get a paint job) 67K miles tho...should i look around? ($8,490)

NoKturnaL · 01-22-2005, 08:43 PM

and if u get a MUSTANG ....dont get a V6...till this day I wonder why people buy v6 stangs. Whats the point? there is no thrill with a v6...its all about the nice v8 sound.

NoKturnaL · 01-22-2005, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by m0nkeh

I get what you mean, I'm prolly getting a 97Stang - Sonic Blue (Don't gotta get a paint job) 67K miles tho...should i look around? ($8,490)

Whats the highest price u can afford?

809 · 01-22-2005, 08:45 PM

There is something to be said for your first car. In my opinion, for someone getting their first car and under 20, a GT would be plenty of power to get you in trouble. When backing the suggestion about a Mach1 or Cobra, I wasn't thinking of age. With the GT, there are plenty of modifications that can be made and is a great car to learn about mods. And if you can get one for $10K, that is a very decent price and insurance may not kill you.

Either way, best of luck and enjoy your car.

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 08:49 PM

Highest price? Prolly 10.5K area...

NoKturnaL · 01-22-2005, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by m0nkeh

Highest price? Prolly 10.5K area...

How many miles was on that 02 GT u mentioned that was on sale for 10 G????

Because blue book value on a used GT with 45,000 miles is $16,000

so that $10,000 is a STEAL if the mileage is fairly low, and the car is in good condition!

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 08:53 PM

the 02, wasnt GT...and it was 51K miles...lol, the car i ORIGINALLY wanted, was an 03, 0 miles for 14K, but it was sold...=(

NoKturnaL · 01-22-2005, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by m0nkeh

the 02, wasnt GT...and it was 51K miles...lol, the car i ORIGINALLY wanted, was an 03, 0 miles for 14K, but it was sold...=(

ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh lol shyt ...well....10,000 is to much for the V6...ask em to bring it down to like 8,000 lol

MustangV6 · 01-22-2005, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Islander03GT

Are you nuts? A 16 year old should never be given a Mach or Cobra.... they don't have the experience to handle that kind of power... not to mention the insurance payment is gonna have their whole family living in that car instead of in a house!

Woah Woah Woah come on now. Im 16 and have more expierence with power than most people out there. Ive driven powerboats with over 1400 hp with tiwn sterling engines at over 130+ miles and hour and have raced many other powerboats. (Team Scream Boat)lol

Some people are just better and more able to drive cars at diffrent speeds and hp just dont have the stereotype that all young kids cant drive good.

But to the question on hand ive got a 00 v6 mustang and am only 16 and i paid $8000 for it with only 18k miles on it. Plus on my parents insurance i only pay 700 a year
But get whatever you feel is right man and to your own tastes

m0nkeh · 01-22-2005, 09:07 PM

I found a Silver 00'Stang / 9K / 26K miles / v6auto. But I'm not getting a car for another month anyway...lol...Right now im just lookn around...

w01stang · 01-22-2005, 09:29 PM

Well since this is your first car you should always buy a beater... The V6 Mustang is not my cup of tea but it will get you from point A to B. This girl that works with me is sell her 95 V6 with only 38,000 miles garage kept for like $3000 obo. This car is in excellent condition looks brand new. If you like I will post pic for you on Monday when I get back to work.

Jeremy · 01-23-2005, 06:43 AM

I started out with a 1995 v6 stang myself. It was great for a first car, I had it for like 3 years. But after a while, I figured out that there wasn't anything under the hood for me. Even if I were to mod the crap out of it, I wouldn't get that lovely v8 rumble. So I got a 2001 GT when I was 18, great car, man I loved it. Here I am 20 with my 2003 GT.

I'm not saying don't get a v6, but I'm afraid you will be in the boat I was in, where it just wasn't enough power. Some kids cannot handle a car with power at a young age, and then some can. If you have a good head on your shoulder then you should be fine.

As far as the auto, a sports car to me has to be a stick. If you don't know how to drive a stick, then learn one quick. You will love it to death, trust me. When I first started out, I was scared because I thought I would stall out or something. But it is all mind over matter, like night and day from driving an auto.

Take it with a grain of salt my friend. At least you'r not getting a Honda, haha

04GTMikey · 01-23-2005, 07:22 AM

I agree...you should go with a GT model...the good thing is since the redesigned stang came out all prices on the older models have come down drastically. I've got an '04 GT auto and although driving a standard is much more fun, for me it came down to convenience with Dallas traffic being so heavy...made more sense to get the auto. The only v6 model i would even think about buying is the '67.

01-22-2005, 04:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	Am I stupid? Hmm...I plan on having an 02-03stang as my first car...my dad says im stupid and i shouldnt get a newer car...am i really stupid? lol (ive got enough to pay for everything) __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 04:39 PM	#2 (permalink)
809 I got the Motts Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: RI Native Posts: 167	Get what you like. If you like the newer style, then you should get it. If you like the older style, get that. If style is not a factor, then power and ride probably go to the new Stang. Personally, I like the 99-04 style better than the 05. But that is just me. __________________ 2004 Cobra

01-22-2005, 04:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,329	I told you not to be stupid you moron j/k. I would get a Mach 1 or Cobra 2003-04. They are cheaper now since the 05 came out. Problem with getting the new 05 is that there is no incentives so you will be paying top dollar and thats not smart when it comes to american cars. They lose their value rather qucikly. __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

01-22-2005, 04:56 PM	#4 (permalink)
809 I got the Motts Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: RI Native Posts: 167	Venom is right. More bang for the buck with either of those options. __________________ 2004 Cobra

01-22-2005, 05:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	So, an 2002 Mustang is not a good idea? I found one for 10K __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 05:46 PM	#6 (permalink)
Jeremy One of them regulars Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Holden Beach, North Carolina Posts: 411	As long as it is a stick, haha. I don't see anything wrong with getting a 02 myself. As long as you enjoy the car. __________________ 2003 Black 5spd GT SLP Loudmouth catback 18" Black Deep Dish Bullitts

01-22-2005, 06:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
Ghostalker BOLO 4 ME Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Danbury, CT Posts: 2,282	I personally recomend from expierience to get a V6 as your first mustang, manual preferably, and learn on it like i did (and still do, lol) it has descent power (hey its a big v6, 3.8 is huge, lol) get one cheap, like i did ($3200+$700 tranny repair, + several hundred in mods, lol) and then when i am a bit older i get to upgrade (no not with 'mommies money' lol) to a newer GT or if god allows, a 96-98 cobra omg sexi, lol :evil3::evil1: __________________ Ghosty is in need of some mods...

01-22-2005, 06:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	This is my first car, idk stick...lol, i know auto obviously...lol :laughing6 I think i changed my mind, found a 97, very nice color, 67Kmiles(ummm) for 8.5K...V6...but yea...blah!!! If you just want to talk to me/help me on AIM : m0nkeh06 ,thx __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 08:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	I am making my own payments...no help from mommie and daddy. __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 08:36 PM	#11 (permalink)
NoKturnaL MustangTuning 5-oh Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Peabody, MA Posts: 1,950	Just get the 02 Stang GT 5 speed...I dont know about all this "if your 16, a GT is to much power for u " stuff.. I mean If we were talking about a 16 year old getting a Lamborgini or ferrari...now That SOME POWER that would be hard to handle.. GT's are only 260 at the crank....thats NADA.. GET THE GT..and if u can afford it...get a 03 Cobra...OH YEA BABY!!! You just have to be smart with ANY car u get. Dont make stupid decisions on the road ..like going 60 in a 30 miles per hour road..and stuff like that. A CIVIC is no safer than a GT. But good Judgment is the key. U can kill ya self in ANY car. NAHHHH MEAAANNN????? __________________ 2002 Mustang GT Coupe 5-Speed Performance K&N Intake Accufab upper Intake Plenum Accufab 70mm Throttle Body Steeda Pullies SCT 4-Bank Chip Dyno Tuned Mac H-pipe Flowmaster Cat-Back Steeda Shifter Centerforce Clutch SLP-Line-Lock And more upgrades visually

01-22-2005, 08:40 PM	#12 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	I get what you mean, I'm prolly getting a 97Stang - Sonic Blue (Don't gotta get a paint job) 67K miles tho...should i look around? ($8,490) __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 08:43 PM	#13 (permalink)
NoKturnaL MustangTuning 5-oh Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Peabody, MA Posts: 1,950	and if u get a MUSTANG ....dont get a V6...till this day I wonder why people buy v6 stangs. Whats the point? there is no thrill with a v6...its all about the nice v8 sound. __________________ 2002 Mustang GT Coupe 5-Speed Performance K&N Intake Accufab upper Intake Plenum Accufab 70mm Throttle Body Steeda Pullies SCT 4-Bank Chip Dyno Tuned Mac H-pipe Flowmaster Cat-Back Steeda Shifter Centerforce Clutch SLP-Line-Lock And more upgrades visually

01-22-2005, 08:45 PM	#15 (permalink)
809 I got the Motts Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: RI Native Posts: 167	There is something to be said for your first car. In my opinion, for someone getting their first car and under 20, a GT would be plenty of power to get you in trouble. When backing the suggestion about a Mach1 or Cobra, I wasn't thinking of age. With the GT, there are plenty of modifications that can be made and is a great car to learn about mods. And if you can get one for $10K, that is a very decent price and insurance may not kill you. Either way, best of luck and enjoy your car. __________________ 2004 Cobra

01-22-2005, 08:49 PM	#16 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	Highest price? Prolly 10.5K area... __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 08:53 PM	#18 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	the 02, wasnt GT...and it was 51K miles...lol, the car i ORIGINALLY wanted, was an 03, 0 miles for 14K, but it was sold...=( __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 09:07 PM	#21 (permalink)
m0nkeh Stang Love Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Deltona FL Posts: 1,089	I found a Silver 00'Stang / 9K / 26K miles / v6auto. But I'm not getting a car for another month anyway...lol...Right now im just lookn around... __________________ - 01 Gt Vert Black on Black - mods - SLP LM1 Exhaust

01-22-2005, 09:29 PM	#22 (permalink)
w01stang Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 291	Well since this is your first car you should always buy a beater... The V6 Mustang is not my cup of tea but it will get you from point A to B. This girl that works with me is sell her 95 V6 with only 38,000 miles garage kept for like $3000 obo. This car is in excellent condition looks brand new. If you like I will post pic for you on Monday when I get back to work. __________________ Installed: Ford C Springs, Mach1 chin & grille delete, SLP Cat-back, Bilstein shocks, UPR short shifter, Steeda CAI, Steeda Underdrive Pully, SCT tunerII, 5.0 Forged Stoker Kit Future: Upgrade suspension and brakes, new Heads, Kenne Bell SC

01-23-2005, 06:43 AM	#23 (permalink)
Jeremy One of them regulars Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Holden Beach, North Carolina Posts: 411	I started out with a 1995 v6 stang myself. It was great for a first car, I had it for like 3 years. But after a while, I figured out that there wasn't anything under the hood for me. Even if I were to mod the crap out of it, I wouldn't get that lovely v8 rumble. So I got a 2001 GT when I was 18, great car, man I loved it. Here I am 20 with my 2003 GT. I'm not saying don't get a v6, but I'm afraid you will be in the boat I was in, where it just wasn't enough power. Some kids cannot handle a car with power at a young age, and then some can. If you have a good head on your shoulder then you should be fine. As far as the auto, a sports car to me has to be a stick. If you don't know how to drive a stick, then learn one quick. You will love it to death, trust me. When I first started out, I was scared because I thought I would stall out or something. But it is all mind over matter, like night and day from driving an auto. Take it with a grain of salt my friend. At least you'r not getting a Honda, haha __________________ 2003 Black 5spd GT SLP Loudmouth catback 18" Black Deep Dish Bullitts

01-23-2005, 07:22 AM	#24 (permalink)
04GTMikey Stang Maniac Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 170	I agree...you should go with a GT model...the good thing is since the redesigned stang came out all prices on the older models have come down drastically. I've got an '04 GT auto and although driving a standard is much more fun, for me it came down to convenience with Dallas traffic being so heavy...made more sense to get the auto. The only v6 model i would even think about buying is the '67.