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  1. YenkoYS100

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    I don't know if anyone had a chance to check out this promo.

    I think the car is spectacular. Do understand that the EB TTV6 engine makes a huge amount of torque right off idle. I expect the racing version to be no different. Ford is already stating that it will have the best power to weight ratio of any production car. I guess we will see.

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  2. dmark1

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  3. dmark1

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    Why? What is it about an Italian car that makes it better than an American car? Depreciation favors the Ford GT (compare a 04 360 and a Ford GT). Performance of the GT is sure to be equal. Looks wise the Ford GT is easily the equal. The what? the underwear and sunglasses matchng?
     
  4. ForzaV12

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    Preach it, Brother. These are the same folks that fall all over themselves over that humpbacked whale(excuse me Ferrari California)-what's the ask on that thing now, 300+?
     
  5. WILLIAM H

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    The early rumors I heard was $1M but that could b just rumors

    At $300k or under I'm in :D
     
  6. WILLIAM H

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    #106 WILLIAM H, Jan 13, 2015
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    I see a lot of Ford GT in front end

    Rear fender outer shape is also very Ford GT

    Ford had to modernize it a bit so I don't blame them

    Since the Aventador is gorgeous ripping it off a little is understandable

    But let's be fair Gandini ripped off Ford 1st. The Miura profile is almost exactly same as GT40
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  7. Nativetroy

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    It's got some similarities with the Saleen Raptor concept as well. The areo bridges still look a little awkward to me.
     
  8. Tenney

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  9. alexkam

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    It's great to see that the american car makers are finally stepping it up in a big way. It's about freakin time! I'm stoked on these newer cars. Hellcat is a monster, New GT gives me goose bumps, New ZO7 is also a great car. This new era in automotive excellence sure is exciting.
     
  10. jimmym

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    It is all about perception. Some have a hard time with a supercar coming from the same place as an Escort, even though they are produced at different places. Most probably don't know this or don't care. I am not saying that it is right, and I don't agree with it. The Italian cars have the perception of being rare, exclusive, and expensive. Again, this may not even be the case.
     
  11. jmbarba76

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    Yes mark it's because I like the ferrari sunglasses and underwear. Actually because as a sports car fan, I've owned Porsches, NSX's, vipers, and ferraris. There is just something a little more special about Ferraris than any other car I've ever driven or owned. The new GT looks like it's going to be pretty awesome, for $300k I'm not buying a Ford. Plus the Ford GT underwear don't fit me right.
     
  12. FerrariF50lover

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    Remember when all the 360 owners were saying the same thing. Now you can buy a low mile 360 for 70 and a low mile FGT for 250k.
     
  13. WILLIAM H

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  15. Craigy

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    Personally I don't care about how many cylinders it has... as long as it makes a good sound and a lot of power, I'm thrilled.

    Weight-wise, that last V8 was really a pig, and it seems Ford is going for not only a nice amount of power in the V6, but low overall mass. I would love to hear some official numbers, but I'd imagine that this new engine shaves off a couple hundred pounds.
     
  16. FerrariF50lover

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    You need a superformance GT40 to go with your GT's William. I think they would compliment eachother well.
     
  17. Cozmic_Kid

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    I take your word for it, you are the expert :D :D

    My problem is not if it is fast or slow or something, it's basically a silly problem I have.

    American muscle cars and trucks have V8 engines. That's the way it almost always have been and that's the way it should continue to be :p

    I am hoping that at some point they will introduce a V8.

    With V6 I immediately think Pontiac Fiero and shiver.

    Having said that, I totally understand their decision to make it more economic, lighter etc.
     
  18. FerrariF50lover

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    The issue I have with this is if Porsche put this motor in a car they would be hero's but since Ford did it its frowned upon. Lets look at the 996 GT1 people love that car and its a turbo 6 cylinder.
     
  19. Craigy

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    Spot-on.
     
  20. Tenney

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    6 has a point of view at idle. It's gonna haul - so whatever racket it makes will be associated with a certain amount of visceral savagery. Design provokes. Could be a hit ...?

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  21. singletrack

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    Sounds good at idle. Surprised that's a V6.
     
  22. Phil~

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    Looks even better in motion
     
  23. dmark1

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    Oh well, perception can be reality I suppose. I admire your honesty.
     
  24. PaulK

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    I'm totally head over heels in love with this car. America is cranking out some amazing drivers cars right now.
     
  25. singletrack

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    There is something very special about all the Ferrari's I've driven. There is something special about all the BMW M's I've driven also - in a much different way of course. Something quite special about STi's...and Porsches. In no way relatable to any of the others. Totally different; totally special. There are special and intangible things about each make that is forged over decades of working on tough problems - sometimes vastly different problems. This is why there is no way to compare cars on paper, or on looks, sounds, etc alone.

    Once you hit $250k+, you are talking 458/458 Speciale as an option. That is widely considered the benchmark in the world right now for mid-engined sports cars; cars really. If the Ford beats it, or matches the experience at the same price-ballpark, then let's talk. Ferrari has set the bar here, now it is time for someone to beat them. I hope Ford does. Ford really should - they have the advantage of knowing everyone's hand right now so to speak. Everyone will benefit from a war. If what they are saying about the power/weight is true, they probably already have done it in terms of speed. The question just becomes price and driving experience.

    I wonder what Ford can do in terms of production of an all-carbon car. BMW seems to be leading in terms of making this part of mainstream production in the future. I wonder if Ford will do the same with this car. Makes a ton of sense.

    I mean until then, it's just a concept. We know the design is killer. They will all sell out.

    Le Mans was a loooong time ago. Looking forward to seeing this Ford race. ; )
     

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