Is the GT350R worth 100k

F80Dreamer · 07-20-2016, 09:22 PM

For $100k I would pick up a P car all day long and never look back

pikkagtr · 07-20-2016, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by F80Dreamer

For $100k I would pick up a P car all day long and never look back

QFT

minn19 · 07-20-2016, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by F80Dreamer

For $100k I would pick up a P car all day long and never look back

When I decided to trade in my M4, I drove quite a few cars. One was a 17 Carrera S (120kish MSRP) and it was unbelievably nice inside and out. Very refined and every other compliment you can give it etc etc. I was expecting to be gaga over the car and start negotiating to order a 911. I was very surprised that I was not only not gaga, but very disappointed and crossed Porsche off of my list. This was after driving the Boxster and Caymans as well. Mind you, much like the M3 was a boyhood dream car of mine, so to was the 911 and Porsche in general. It sucks when your dreams or expectations don't live up to reality. Oh well, I saved 60 grand.

At least at this point in my life (42). I guess I'm looking for something different and the GT350 fits the bill right now. It is just a more fun car IMO. I picked it and still would over every Porsche I drove that day.

If I got my hands on a GT4 though...........who knows.

BimmerFix · 07-20-2016, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by minn19

When I decided to trade in my M4, I drove quite a few cars. One was a 17 Carrera S (120kish MSRP) and it was unbelievably nice inside and out. Very refined and every other compliment you can give it etc etc. I was expecting to be gaga over the car and start negotiating to order a 911. I was very surprised that I was not only not gaga, but very disappointed and crossed Porsche off of my list. This was after driving the Boxster and Caymans as well. Mind you, much like the M3 was a boyhood dream car of mine, so to was the 911 and Porsche in general. It sucks when your dreams or expectations don't live up to reality. Oh well, I saved 60 grand.

At least at this point in my life (42). I guess I'm looking for something different and the GT350 fits the bill right now. It is just a more fun car IMO. I picked it and still would over every Porsche I drove that day.

If I got my hands on a GT4 though...........who knows.

I'll admit the GT350 is a great car overall, and this coming from someone who pretty much despises anything Ford built. But cmon are you really saying a GT350 over a 911, you've lost your

ClothSeats · 07-21-2016, 02:38 AM

I like the GT350R stance and it has one thing missing from many new cars today.. character! However I wouldn't pay $100k for it. I am looking forward to see how the Camaro 1LE and Z/28 turn out. They give up a bit on the engine but should make up for that in the chassis.

minn19 · 07-21-2016, 04:41 AM

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I'll admit the GT350 is a great car overall, and this coming from someone who pretty much despises anything Ford built. But cmon are you really saying a GT350 over a 911, you've lost your

Mind you, I didn't say better. Objectively, obviously the 911 crushes the GT350. But, subjectively, it's all in what you want out of your car. A lot of people here talk about brand prestige and other things along those lines. I don't care about that stuff. I went out looking for the most fun car I could find for me regardless of brand.

If you want a whisper quite/can't feel a thing during 95% of normal driving, while being gawked at the whole by time everybody on the road. Pick up a red 911 like the one I test drove. If it makes you feel any better, I would've kept my M4 over the Carrera S as well for the same reasons. I don't see it being 50-60k better. For almost twice the cost, I better have more fun and enjoyment out of the car and not less.

Rude Boy · 07-21-2016, 05:18 AM

Dont Play Yourself!

Billj747 · 07-21-2016, 08:19 AM

At MSRP the 350 & 350R are a great value & have a high performance per dollar, being as fast as a 991 S & 991 GT3 respectively -for a fraction of the price.

The high ADMs are driven by exclusivity. If you dont care about the exclusivity then you'll probably still be very happy with a 2017 GT350, and if you're a track rat you can swap out the wheels and tires to close the gap to an R, although the stock 350 is more than capable in stock form.

Damasconian · 07-21-2016, 09:15 AM

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i think he was referring to 95% of mustangs in general are below 50K, with the gt350's representing the 5% over 50K

Yup. Thanks for saving me some time. I even put some thought into that number!

dmk08 · 07-21-2016, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Billj747

At MSRP the 350 & 350R are a great value & have a high performance per dollar, being as fast as a 991 S & 991 GT3 respectively -for a fraction of the price.

The high ADMs are driven by exclusivity. If you dont care about the exclusivity then you'll probably still be very happy with a 2017 GT350, and if you're a track rat you can swap out the wheels and tires to close the gap to an R, although the stock 350 is more than capable in stock form.

Most non-R 17 allocations are still demanding a 5k ADM or so.

As to is the R worth 100k .. hell naw.

guarnibl · 07-21-2016, 10:28 AM

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Great car, no doubt. Wait a year and you will get it for msrp. I never buy a brand new model. Wait a year and any teething problems get worked out - you get a better developed car at the proper price point.

If Ford stops making them past 2017, I doubt that will happen. I was initially told that they were making the for five years (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), but I've heard lately that this isn't the case. Who knows.

dmk08 · 07-21-2016, 10:29 AM

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If Ford stops making them past 2017, I doubt that will happen.

When I was looking all the Ford dealers indicated 17 would be the last year. I guess well see if that holds true.

guarnibl · 07-21-2016, 10:37 AM

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When I was looking all the Ford dealers indicated 17 would be the last year. I guess well see if that holds true.

FWIW, this would result in nearly everyone paying some kind of ADM that obtained the car. The Boss 302's depreciation curve ended up a lot less than the standard GT, so that was good -- and it sounds like the demand for this car is much much higher. So while I know they won't retain their value per se, I think we should expect to see values stay inflated for some time.

Also, just in time for the GT500.

arsenalrocks · 07-21-2016, 10:46 AM

100k+ for a overprice VW beetle where the engine is in the wrong place

LMAO, the world is a funny place.

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I'll admit the GT350 is a great car overall, and this coming from someone who pretty much despises anything Ford built. But cmon are you really saying a GT350 over a 911, you've lost your

Tonymiabmw · 07-21-2016, 10:48 AM

Some states like Texas and Nc it is against the law to sell a car above MSRP. Here in Florida they rape people. That is why I always buy new hot cars out of state.

chillindrdude · 07-21-2016, 10:54 AM

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100k+ for a overprice VW beetle where the engine is in the wrong place

LMAO, the world is a funny place.

lol wut.

the GT350's engine is also in the wrong place...

fit and finish of domestics is lacking in general, much less in comparison to a $100K euro or Japanese product. gt350/r is good on track, but not superlative. that car as a whole is not worth 100K...not ever.

i LMAO at your fanboi laced LMAO.

minn19 · 07-21-2016, 11:11 AM

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Some states like Texas and Nc it is against the law to sell a car above MSRP. Here in Florida they rape people. That is why I always buy new hot cars out of state.

Then they are breaking the law in those states as I believe they going over MSRP in both. Texas for sure, not sure about NC.

Tonymiabmw · 07-21-2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Tonymiabmw

Some states like Texas and Nc it is against the law to sell a car above MSRP. Here in Florida they rape people. That is why I always buy new hot cars out of state.

Then they are breaking the law in those states as I believe they going over MSRP in both. Texas for sure, not sure about NC.

maybe not Texas I know NC it is for sure.

minn19 · 07-21-2016, 11:16 AM

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maybe not Texas I know NC it is for sure.

Nope, unfortunately over there to.

https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/l-Used...ting=137241580

BimmerFix · 07-21-2016, 03:11 PM

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100k+ for a overprice VW beetle where the engine is in the wrong place

LMAO, the world is a funny place.

Ohh ok, you drank the kool-aid I see...

BloomRunsDubs · 07-21-2016, 11:08 PM

No... and not just No.. Hell No.

This is just like when the Hellcats came out some dealers where actually getting around 100k for them and the Hellcats a much better overall car.

nicknaz · 07-22-2016, 02:24 AM

nice car but at that price, I'd stay in the 981.2 GT4 wait list or get a C7Z

As an aside, $100k is also lightly used Gallardo territory. Those are super fun too!

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ClothSeats Lieutenant 341 Rep 561 Posts Drives: 17 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	I like the GT350R stance and it has one thing missing from many new cars today.. character! However I wouldn't pay $100k for it. I am looking forward to see how the Camaro 1LE and Z/28 turn out. They give up a bit on the engine but should make up for that in the chassis. Last edited by ClothSeats; 07-21-2016 at 02:52 AM..
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Billj747 Captain 167 Rep 658 Posts Drives: Everything Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SoFlo iTrader: (0)	At MSRP the 350 & 350R are a great value & have a high performance per dollar, being as fast as a 991 S & 991 GT3 respectively -for a fraction of the price. The high ADMs are driven by exclusivity. If you dont care about the exclusivity then you'll probably still be very happy with a 2017 GT350, and if you're a track rat you can swap out the wheels and tires to close the gap to an R, although the stock 350 is more than capable in stock form.
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Tonymiabmw Colonel 580 Rep 2,633 Posts Drives: Nardo F90 M5 on order Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: In Transit iTrader: (1)	Some states like Texas and Nc it is against the law to sell a car above MSRP. Here in Florida they rape people. That is why I always buy new hot cars out of state.
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nicknaz Lieutenant General 3196 Rep 10,509 Posts Drives: C6Z Join Date: May 2008 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	nice car but at that price, I'd stay in the 981.2 GT4 wait list or get a C7Z As an aside, $100k is also lightly used Gallardo territory. Those are super fun too!
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