THamonGT
GT
Congratulations and welcome to our little group of Happy Ford GT Owners! Here’s to many miles and years of fun driving and communications on our Forum!
After nearly 15 years in the making, I finally own a Ford GT
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RPM217
2005 white/blue stripe
And when he says wingman, none more qualified!!!Welcome to the GT Club. You've got great taste in cars. There are a couple of us in Lake Norman and 2 of us in Greensboro North Carolina. Reach out if you want a wingman.
Iconic GT
GT Owner
Apollo
GT Owner
You know, the great thing is almost everyone here can relate to your post exactly as if it were yesterday for each of us. Have fun!
blkdiablo33
Well-known member
Extremely sad update. The dealer that I purchased my GT from, and provided the glowing review in the earlier post, passed away earlier this week. I found out from his wife yesterday. I was following up on the title and a couple punch list items and she informed me by text using his phone. Even though I did not meet him in person, we connected immediately. Great guy. A bona fide enthusiastic. I was fully intending to buy more cars from him in the ensuing years to come. Indeed, I was about to make an offer on a Viper ACR he has. I just feel so bad for his wife and all his loved ones. I pray they find peace, comfort, and healing. He was only 59, which is just a kid for God’s sake. Nothing is promised, live every day to the absolute fullest.
soroush
Ford Gt Owner
- Aug 8, 2007
- 5,256
gtjoey
Keep Smiling - GT Owner
- Oct 14, 2005
- 3,454
WAIT.....Bernie died?
WOW...……..Im down to MADNC , STORM CAT and JEFF.....
This is a shock.....
gtjoey1314
WOW...……..Im down to MADNC , STORM CAT and JEFF.....
This is a shock.....
gtjoey1314
blkdiablo33
Well-known member
twobjshelbys
GT Owner
Thanks for all the well wishes. Quick update, my detailer will have my full Xpel along with Exoshield done on Friday. The wait has been maddening, but I know the QC will be absolutely perfect, and certainly worth the wait in the end. I truly miss the heck out of the car. Sadly, with all the disruption in the world, I no longer feel it appropriate to drive my other cars. I do feel that driving the GT will be far less indelicate to all those who’ve had their lives turned upside down.
I totally agree with this idea. At the same time though, his death will always oddly commemorate my purchase. It was an honor to deal with him, and his sudden passing was, and still is, a total shock. I still cannot hardly believe that it happened.
So this is a reply to a “value question” on a different forum (you can probably guess which one). Unlike many, I understand the need for value dialogue and don’t knee jerk resist those discussions. I thought I might cross post this in the GT Forum (is also posted in the F****** forum too). I know many use the search feature to research cars and I thought these opinions might help someone down the road. So I was asked where I thought the FGT was in its value curve...
Not sure. I guess it depends somewhat on the current matter we are making our way through. Assuming the economy rights itself quickly after a sharp, but short retraction, I think the GT probably stays somewhat steady over time. Helping the car are these key factors:
1). American Supercar. This matters. At least it did to me. Something about having the Blue Oval stamped on the front. It’s almost like the everyman’s exotic. No offense to anyone (as I mentioned previously, I own both a Ferrari and a Lamborghini), but the Ford GT probably does not polarize near as much as other high end cars. The easiest way to say it, at the risk of drawing ire, the d*****bag factor is about as low as you can get with the Ford GT.
2). Analog. Bolt action. End of an era. Millennial theft deterrent device. I still can’t get over how much I enjoy being reunited with the hand shaker. Plus, no nanny’s. None. Legit widow maker.
3). Bullet proof. It’s reassuring having a 15 year old car that carries nearly zero risk of going boom. I know that this reason alone keeps the value high. Aspirational buyers can stretch out for this car knowing that they are not going to get whacked with unforeseen repair bills. Servicing the car is relatively easy. I mean, it’s a Ford. Tons of owners do their own maintenance. Can’t really do that with your Pista.
4). Timeless design. Could be 5 years old, could be 50 years old. The design is epic. Plus, unlike many cars, it gets more beautiful and more contemporary as time moves on. Again, no offense, but think about some of the cars that came out at the same time (I won’t name them, don’t need to, you know what they are), those cars show their age. At some point those cars will be back in favor again, but for now, they look their age.
5). Modern performance. The weight is relatively low, and with 550 HP base, and with 650-700 HP available with a couple easy mods (x pipe, pulley, tune), you can create real modern speed. Now, don’t get me wrong, it’s not nearly as fast as my Performante or 812, not even close, but the way the speed is delivered creates a strong impression of power. For now, I have no plans to go beyond the base power delivery, but it’s nice to know that I could reach for a little more if I needed it.
6). Relatively mileage insensitive. Unlike other cars of its genre, each mile does not fully crush the value. Clearly, the powder puff, diaper rubbed, garage queens have more built in value, but the driver’s cars pull good money too. Think about what 10,000 miles does to just about any other car, and then think about what that does to a Ford GT. Not that I care about miles, I’ll drive this car with complete impunity, hoping to clock 1500-2000 miles per year.
7). Rare enough. So, many of these cars were exported over the years, while others were destroyed in accidents. It’s a matter of pure speculation, but I guess there is somewhere around 3000ish still on US roads. That number is low enough to preserve pricing, and that preservation of pricing has its own appeal for many people. Even before CV19, I had probably lost well over $100,000 in less than a year on my 812. That won’t happen on the GT, and that fact alone helps with pricing stability.
8). Racing pedigree. I think the Ford v Ferrari movie (which I personally thought was rather well done) gave the car a little pop. Certainly more visibility was placed on the car in the near term. Over time, the racing heritage means something to many.
That’s how I see the GT. I don’t expect a big run up in value, nor do a see much of a retraction either. To me, the car will stay somewhat steady, which is what it’s done for the last decade or so. I hope this info helps you and anyone else who might stumble upon it. Finally, I really regret not getting one sooner. I will be making up for lost time.
Not sure. I guess it depends somewhat on the current matter we are making our way through. Assuming the economy rights itself quickly after a sharp, but short retraction, I think the GT probably stays somewhat steady over time. Helping the car are these key factors:
1). American Supercar. This matters. At least it did to me. Something about having the Blue Oval stamped on the front. It’s almost like the everyman’s exotic. No offense to anyone (as I mentioned previously, I own both a Ferrari and a Lamborghini), but the Ford GT probably does not polarize near as much as other high end cars. The easiest way to say it, at the risk of drawing ire, the d*****bag factor is about as low as you can get with the Ford GT.
2). Analog. Bolt action. End of an era. Millennial theft deterrent device. I still can’t get over how much I enjoy being reunited with the hand shaker. Plus, no nanny’s. None. Legit widow maker.
3). Bullet proof. It’s reassuring having a 15 year old car that carries nearly zero risk of going boom. I know that this reason alone keeps the value high. Aspirational buyers can stretch out for this car knowing that they are not going to get whacked with unforeseen repair bills. Servicing the car is relatively easy. I mean, it’s a Ford. Tons of owners do their own maintenance. Can’t really do that with your Pista.
4). Timeless design. Could be 5 years old, could be 50 years old. The design is epic. Plus, unlike many cars, it gets more beautiful and more contemporary as time moves on. Again, no offense, but think about some of the cars that came out at the same time (I won’t name them, don’t need to, you know what they are), those cars show their age. At some point those cars will be back in favor again, but for now, they look their age.
5). Modern performance. The weight is relatively low, and with 550 HP base, and with 650-700 HP available with a couple easy mods (x pipe, pulley, tune), you can create real modern speed. Now, don’t get me wrong, it’s not nearly as fast as my Performante or 812, not even close, but the way the speed is delivered creates a strong impression of power. For now, I have no plans to go beyond the base power delivery, but it’s nice to know that I could reach for a little more if I needed it.
6). Relatively mileage insensitive. Unlike other cars of its genre, each mile does not fully crush the value. Clearly, the powder puff, diaper rubbed, garage queens have more built in value, but the driver’s cars pull good money too. Think about what 10,000 miles does to just about any other car, and then think about what that does to a Ford GT. Not that I care about miles, I’ll drive this car with complete impunity, hoping to clock 1500-2000 miles per year.
7). Rare enough. So, many of these cars were exported over the years, while others were destroyed in accidents. It’s a matter of pure speculation, but I guess there is somewhere around 3000ish still on US roads. That number is low enough to preserve pricing, and that preservation of pricing has its own appeal for many people. Even before CV19, I had probably lost well over $100,000 in less than a year on my 812. That won’t happen on the GT, and that fact alone helps with pricing stability.
8). Racing pedigree. I think the Ford v Ferrari movie (which I personally thought was rather well done) gave the car a little pop. Certainly more visibility was placed on the car in the near term. Over time, the racing heritage means something to many.
That’s how I see the GT. I don’t expect a big run up in value, nor do a see much of a retraction either. To me, the car will stay somewhat steady, which is what it’s done for the last decade or so. I hope this info helps you and anyone else who might stumble upon it. Finally, I really regret not getting one sooner. I will be making up for lost time.
So I managed to collect my GT from the detailer on Friday. He finished up the full Xpel, ceramic, and Exoshield. Looks amazing. No surprise, but post paint correction (couple minor areas needed some attention) the car looks showroom new. Best of all, I can now drive with much less fear of suffering road damage. Added benefit, full Xpel plus ceramic coating means almost never having to wash your car. Just a quick spray and gentle rub and that’s it. Always spotless and shiny. Since I still do not have picture posting privileges, I will post those on the other forums.
By the way, his name is Brian Brown, and he is the owner/operator/artist at Exclusive Detail in Charlotte. I used him for my Lamborghini Performante too (it‘s also full Xpel, ceramic, Exoshield).
Exclusive Detail
www.exclusivedetail.com
brian@exclusivedetail.com
Phone: 704-525-5225
IG: @exclusivedetail704
By the way, his name is Brian Brown, and he is the owner/operator/artist at Exclusive Detail in Charlotte. I used him for my Lamborghini Performante too (it‘s also full Xpel, ceramic, Exoshield).
Exclusive Detail
www.exclusivedetail.com
brian@exclusivedetail.com
Phone: 704-525-5225
IG: @exclusivedetail704
Shark01
GT Owner
As you know, I'm a little more bullish about future pricing (I have a Lamborghini....so I'm bullish about alot of stuff...LOL). I will take issue with the statement that prices have been steady the past decade. Recently, I posted my price chart from my original 2012 search, and it is nothing like today's market....and I'l go further to say even the market 3 years ago has big differences.
Let me ask, as a ballpark, how much did all the paint protection stuff cost?
No doubt. Much has changed since 2012, and much has changed since I bought mine, which could very well have been the final Pre-CV purchase.
Brian will give everyone a good deal. I do know that my price point was based on my previous business with him, along with the presumed additional business I will be doing with him over time, so it might not be perfectly relevant to anyone else. Also, the GT presents a little more challenge than most other cars, and I would not be surprised if he might want to charge a little more next time around. I even told him beforehand that if he encountered anything that was outside the forecasted scope of the assignment, I would be happy to adjust accordingly. I am more concerned with QC than saving a couple extra dollars. Ultimately, he did not ask for any additional money. He’s a great all-around guy and does good work.