Let the Hate begin
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 2,350
Likes: 2
From: Middle Missouri
Let the Hate begin
I bought a new 2011 GT500 Kona Blue with Silver stripes and Nav system.
It came down to buying a Ford from the dealership I have worked at for 13yrs. They don't understand why I love Porsche, even though we were a Porsche dealership up until 92.
I interact daily with upper management, and they were informed that I was going outside the dealership to purchase a Porsche. They were ok with it, but wished I had found something from all our dealerships, Toyota, BMW,Nissan, Mercedes,Mazda,Cadillac.
I still have my 993, and I'm excited about the GT500. I probably won't have it a year, and possibly then, a Rennlister will be selling a 09-10 C2S nearby and I can jump on that without going through another dealership.
I will certainly post my impressions of the GT500, if anyone is interested. I had a 2011 GT 415hp car for the weekend and was very impressed by its handling, and power. It had the 3.73 rear end as well.This car will have 3.55.
I opted for the standard GT500 without the Performance Package, I didn't want the track tires and stiffer suspension for daily use, and I like the look of the standard wheels much better. I did get the latest voice navigation and the sync system, which I really enjoy in the other cars Ford builds.
Anyway, I have not moved away from my love of Porsche, just a short detour for a short time.
jason
It came down to buying a Ford from the dealership I have worked at for 13yrs. They don't understand why I love Porsche, even though we were a Porsche dealership up until 92.
I interact daily with upper management, and they were informed that I was going outside the dealership to purchase a Porsche. They were ok with it, but wished I had found something from all our dealerships, Toyota, BMW,Nissan, Mercedes,Mazda,Cadillac.
I still have my 993, and I'm excited about the GT500. I probably won't have it a year, and possibly then, a Rennlister will be selling a 09-10 C2S nearby and I can jump on that without going through another dealership.
I will certainly post my impressions of the GT500, if anyone is interested. I had a 2011 GT 415hp car for the weekend and was very impressed by its handling, and power. It had the 3.73 rear end as well.This car will have 3.55.
I opted for the standard GT500 without the Performance Package, I didn't want the track tires and stiffer suspension for daily use, and I like the look of the standard wheels much better. I did get the latest voice navigation and the sync system, which I really enjoy in the other cars Ford builds.
Anyway, I have not moved away from my love of Porsche, just a short detour for a short time.
jason
Last edited by pewter82; Sep 2, 2010 at 12:34 PM. Reason: at
Rennlist Member
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 13,060
Likes: 1,565
From: North Bay Area, CA
While I understand your circumstances, I have to say it would tick me off if my employer tried to influence ANY personal decision I was making, especially if it had no effect on my job performance. That said, no hate here. Sounds like an entertaining car and hope you enjoy it. Glad you're not leaving the Porsche family. 
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 106
Likes: 0
From: Northridge, CA
Good for you! I think it looks like a great value.
In case you haven't seen it, here's a link to an excellent review.
http://www.insideline.com/ford/shelb...full-test.html
In case you haven't seen it, here's a link to an excellent review.
http://www.insideline.com/ford/shelb...full-test.html
Trending Topics
Rennlist Stories
The Best Porsche Posts for Porsche Enthusiasts
Stunning Porsche 356A Super GT Speedster Auction Fails to Meet Reserve
Verdad Gallardo
Every Era of 911 Owner Explained in One Sentence
Verdad Gallardo
Thinking of Buying a Porsche? Do These 10 Things First
Joe Kucinski
Pixar Pals Turned Into 1-of-1 Porsches!
Michael S. Palmer
Theon Goes Full Carbon Fiber With Stunning New Build
Verdad Gallardo
Genius Porsche-Themed Gifts That'll Make Any Dad or Grad Smile
Joe Kucinski
10 Used Porsches Are Selling for Way Too Cheap
Joe Kucinski
Tuner Is Converting Porsche 911s Into Shooting Brakes
Verdad Gallardo
This Coachbuilt Creation Is A Modern Take on the Legendary Porsche 917
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
Drifting
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 2,350
Likes: 2
From: Middle Missouri
No, I was lucky, my dealership did a dealer trade for it and I am getting it at invoice.(no D Plan allowed) Our dealership was allotted 3 and all are sold. Most small dealers if they paid for the SVT program $2500 only get 1 car a year.
Just about every dealer we contacted would not dealer trade the car off. I got very lucky.
The engines 5.0's and I think the new aluminum 5.4 were recently put on hold for engine noise. They had to go through every engine to check/fix the problem. Not sure what it turned out to be, but now they (5.0's ) are trickling in.
Just about every dealer we contacted would not dealer trade the car off. I got very lucky.
The engines 5.0's and I think the new aluminum 5.4 were recently put on hold for engine noise. They had to go through every engine to check/fix the problem. Not sure what it turned out to be, but now they (5.0's ) are trickling in.
Addict
Rennlist Member
Rennlist Member
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 16,015
Likes: 815
From: Temecula, CA
I sat in one over the weekend and was surprised at how nice it was. Shifter is a bit notchy but otherwise it was really nice. They were asking $60k for it.
I will say however that it isn't cool that your employer influenced the decision unless of course they are paying the bill for it. That part doesn't make any sense.
I will say however that it isn't cool that your employer influenced the decision unless of course they are paying the bill for it. That part doesn't make any sense.
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 3,468
Likes: 1,986
From: new york
It's a smart move. The current american muscle car revival going on right now is producing some excellent cars - and future EPA regulations are going to kill off this market segment shortly - so while you can get one, get one.