Michael Johnson <cds@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> Zodness wrote:
>> "Michael Johnson" <cds@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>>> Joe wrote:
>>>> Michael Johnson <cds@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>>>>> Joe wrote:
>>>>>> Michael Johnson <cds@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>>>>>>> I decided to put my 1989 LX 5.0L on ebay and see what happens.
>>>>>>> I never thought this day would come but I really think it is
>>>>>>> time to move on to a newer Mustang. I need to get rid of the
>>>>>>> old one first since I don't have the garage space for two cars
>>>>>>> that would be basically "toys" for the most part. Here's a
>>>>>>> link: http://tinyurl.com/2acoet
>>>>>> You traitorous rat bastard! I thought you were going to leave it
>>>>>> to me in your will... ;)
>>>>> Stand in line. I have youngsters in the family that are very
>>>>> upset with me right now. They thought it would be one of theirs
>>>>> one day too. The trouble with them is they have ridden in (and in
>>>>> some cases even driven) the car and know how well 460 ft-lbs of
>>>>> torque can light up the rear wheels and pin you back in the seat
>>>>> during hard acceleration.
>>>> Seriously, I'd keep it. A car like that is a family heirloom, not
>>>> to mention a real fun toy.
>>> I want a convertible and I simply don't have the space in the garage
>>> for two cars. Plus, the newer cars are very good performers and in
>>> reality are just better cars period. It also helps that I really
>>> like the looks of the new Mustangs.
>>
>> New ones have air bags both sides, smother ride. And all the parts
>> are new. I did not like the throttle response of the new ones, nor
>> the drone of the muffler. Perhaps 09 ?? Few like to ride in my 93
>> 5.0 8# (modded ex cop
>
> Poor throttle response on the new cars is a common complaint.
> Thottles on the new ones are controlled by electronics and not an
> actual cable connection from the accelerator pedal to the throttle
> body. The after market tuners chips can resolve this issue through
> revisions to the computer programming. Actually, the new Stangs get
> 20-30 rwhp from a custom tune and better drivability to boot.
>
>> car) because suspension is stiff, and is too quick for them. Scares
>> most people. I like it. Rough and fast, somewhat not new inside, and
>> cheap faded blue paint shot over the black and white. (except for
>> the performance type of people). Great around town fast.
>
> The fox Mustangs are really a throw back to the late 60s and early 70s
> muscle cars, IMO. They are fun to drive and tough as hell. What is
> driving me to get a new one is that I have had convertibles on and off
> since I was in college and haven't owned one for 4-5 years and really
> want another one.
>
>> MJ's 89 is a good deal, as all the work is done, drive it for a few
>> years for fun, sell it later.
So Michael, what are you thinking about? A garden-variety GT
convertible, or something a bit more exotic?
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