What to look for when buying a GT ?


HUBBSTER

GT Owner
May 9, 2010
446
Miami, FL
So hopefully I'll buy a GT by June of this year. Any weak spots on the car I need to know ? rust ? recalls ?
Thanks
 
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HHGT

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Simply put, take someone with you that know these cars inside and out. Anyone will tell you anything on the phone or email and pictures never tell the truth.
 

HUBBSTER

GT Owner
May 9, 2010
446
Miami, FL
Thanks, I plan on doing a ppi on it. Seems there are about a dozen cars on the market for about a year already
 

RALPHIE

GT Owner
Mar 1, 2007
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Simply put, take someone with you that know these cars inside and out. Anyone will tell you anything on the phone or email and pictures never tell the truth.

Thanks, I plan on doing a ppi on it. Seems there are about a dozen cars on the market for about a year already

Or, just buy from Shelby....(or BJ Motors)
 

STORMCAT

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So hopefully I'll buy a GT by June of this year. Any weak spots on the car I need to know ? rust ? recalls ?
Thanks

Hey Buddy. it's good to see you are still lurking around here.. We met at a car show in MIA over a year ago.. If you find something locally I might be able to look at it with you.. PM me or email me,, good luck, Brian
 

gtjoey

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So hopefully I'll buy a GT by June of this year. Any weak spots on the car I need to know ? rust ? recalls ?
Thanks
Theres a wonderful book out there, 200 pages in color with every detail you would ever need......go to svtoa web site........cool guy too that wrote it......
 
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HHGT

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Whatever you do, stay the hell away from Donna Newman!
 

HUBBSTER

GT Owner
May 9, 2010
446
Miami, FL
Hey Buddy. it's good to see you are still lurking around here.. We met at a car show in MIA over a year ago.. If you find something locally I might be able to look at it with you.. PM me or email me,, good luck, Brian

Hey Brian, Thanks. I should have my Z06 & F40 down here in Feb, we can go cruise
William
 

Fracman

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Jan 4, 2011
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Houston, TX
The vendors on this forum are great. They have a good handle on cars on the market in general. I would be suspect of ones that have been on the market for extended periods (a year seems like there may be an issue or the seller is out of range). Aside from the axle bolt recall, I have not heard of much else recall wise.

Good luck, you will love the GT.
 

HUBBSTER

GT Owner
May 9, 2010
446
Miami, FL
Or, just buy from Shelby....(or BJ Motors)

Shelby sells GTs ? from Vegas ? what is BJ Motors ? Thanks
 

shelbyelite

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I am Shelby. I have been known to sell a GT or two
 

Superfly

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I am Shelby. I have been known to sell a GT or two

And with that quote, you're suddenly the dictionary definition of "understatement". :rofl
 

GKW05GT

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I agree with Joey, The Complete Owners experience book is a great place to start no matter where you buy your GT
 

GTNJ

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I agree with Joey, The Complete Owners experience book is a great place to start no matter where you buy your GT

Joey ? You wrote a book?

http://www.fordgtforum.com/forums/s...ere!!!!!&highlight=Complete+Owners+experience
 

Mullet

FORD GT OWNER
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Oct 21, 2008
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Houston Texas
if you use Shelby you don't have to do a PPI.
 

shelbyelite

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if you use Shelby you don't have to do a PPI.
Thanks Mullet! And you are right, although we welcome any and all PPIs...... :)
 

STORMCAT

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Shelby sells GTs ? from Vegas ? what is BJ Motors ? Thanks

Hey William, Shelby Smith is in Ark. he is a very reputable GT specialist ,, BJ is another reputable sales person. I still have your card some where. If you want to chat some time PM me and I'll give you my cell number. I look forward to seeing you again. Regards, Brian
 

peiserg

GT Owner
Aug 15, 2010
283
Phoenix, az
Bought my GT from Shelby, car was precisely as represented. In fact, after it was shipped (before i received) he told me if it was not to my satisfaction, we could discuss a price move.
 

donnymac

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Bought my pair from Shelby sight unseen. Totally satisfied.
 

jaxgt

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Bought my GT from Shelby, car was precisely as represented. In fact, after it was shipped (before i received) he told me if it was not to my satisfaction, we could discuss a price move.

Not many dealers do that. Shelby is the man.