Ford GT - talk me out of this one…

[NPTR]

Hey guys - unexpected opportunity presented itself to scoop up a 2006 Ford GT in my perfect spec (white/blue stripes, wheel option, audio upgrade, painted calipers) with low miles and good history. This car is a legit hero car to me…an American icon that I personally feel will go down as one of the greatest cars of all time. Only issue is, to justify the purchase I’d have to sell my 350R (‘20 HEP) and R8 (2012 Gen 1 “gated manual” V10 in Ibis White).

The 350R is my pride and joy and the R8 is a buttery smooth / refined supercar with an Italian heart (Lambo v10) wrapped in German engineering…but the Ford GT is a living legend, and I oddly think it combines the best of both (it’s like a super muscle car, kinda!).

I know many here have driven a Ford GT, and some own one…to the guys with experience, would you sell two for one here, or stand down and keep the variety in the stable? Use case is weekend spirited drives - no track time…prob ~1k miles a year, give or take a bit.

I’m torn…part of me is saying just go for it, while the other is questioning whether I’ll be OK driving around in something that crazy, and could regret letting either of these go…

Thoughts? Anyone want to talk me out of this? Or maybe just talk me into it?!?!

I know I’ll likely be happy either way - just the kind of car that will increasingly become unobtainable and I feel if I don’t take a swing now, I may not ever….let me know what you think, thanks everyone!

-Chris

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[jloshotz]

No experience with any three (the two you have and the one you do not) awesome rides….but my .02¢ says, if it is truly your dream car, go for it. We only go around this life one time

 

[BlkMach10510]

Hey guys - unexpected opportunity presented itself to scoop up a 2006 Ford GT in my perfect spec (white/blue stripes, wheel option, audio upgrade, painted calipers) with low miles and good history. This car is a legit hero car to me…an American icon that I personally feel will go down as one of the greatest cars of all time. Only issue is, to justify the purchase I’d have to sell my 350R (‘20 HEP) and R8 (2012 Gen 1 “gated manual” V10 in Ibis White).

The 350R is my pride and joy and the R8 is a buttery smooth / refined supercar with an Italian heart (Lambo v10) wrapped in German engineering…but the Ford GT is a living legend, and I oddly think it combines the best of both (it’s like a super muscle car, kinda!).

I know many here have driven a Ford GT, and some own one…to the guys with experience, would you sell two for one here, or stand down and keep the variety in the stable? Use case is weekend spirited drives - no track time…prob ~1k miles a year, give or take a bit.

I’m torn…part of me is saying just go for it, while the other is questioning whether I’ll be OK driving around in something that crazy, and could regret letting either of these go…

Thoughts? Anyone want to talk me out of this? Or maybe just talk me into it?!?!

I know I’ll likely be happy either way - just the kind of car that will increasingly become unobtainable and I feel if I don’t take a swing now, I may not ever….let me know what you think, thanks everyone!

-Chris

I love the 350R though I don't have one but I cannot talk you out of buying a Ford GT if it is in good condition.

 

[Fordphanatic]

Hey guys - unexpected opportunity presented itself to scoop up a 2006 Ford GT in my perfect spec (white/blue stripes, wheel option, audio upgrade, painted calipers) with low miles and good history. This car is a legit hero car to me…an American icon that I personally feel will go down as one of the greatest cars of all time. Only issue is, to justify the purchase I’d have to sell my 350R (‘20 HEP) and R8 (2012 Gen 1 “gated manual” V10 in Ibis White).

The 350R is my pride and joy and the R8 is a buttery smooth / refined supercar with an Italian heart (Lambo v10) wrapped in German engineering…but the Ford GT is a living legend, and I oddly think it combines the best of both (it’s like a super muscle car, kinda!).

I know many here have driven a Ford GT, and some own one…to the guys with experience, would you sell two for one here, or stand down and keep the variety in the stable? Use case is weekend spirited drives - no track time…prob ~1k miles a year, give or take a bit.

I’m torn…part of me is saying just go for it, while the other is questioning whether I’ll be OK driving around in something that crazy, and could regret letting either of these go…

Thoughts? Anyone want to talk me out of this? Or maybe just talk me into it?!?!

I know I’ll likely be happy either way - just the kind of car that will increasingly become unobtainable and I feel if I don’t take a swing now, I may not ever….let me know what you think, thanks everyone!

-Chris

You only live once! If your financial situation will allow this type of investment and its your Dream car then I say go for it!! Make sure to post some pictures so the rest of us can dream about owning a car like that too.

 

[NPTR]

Thanks guys - “investment” is another consideration there…I think the 350R and R8 are both worth a lot more in 10 years…the Ford GT, not certain and could see it going either way. Super rare, special, never to be made again, etc…but it’s worth 3x sticker now, so not sure what happens here in the next 10. I don’t view cars as investments for capital gain, more so just try to pick ones that allow to drive and enjoy and not get hurt over time…think they’re both good options in that light but just something to toss out.

 

[pilotgore]

Hey guys - unexpected opportunity presented itself to scoop up a 2006 Ford GT in my perfect spec (white/blue stripes, wheel option, audio upgrade, painted calipers) with low miles and good history. This car is a legit hero car to me…an American icon that I personally feel will go down as one of the greatest cars of all time. Only issue is, to justify the purchase I’d have to sell my 350R (‘20 HEP) and R8 (2012 Gen 1 “gated manual” V10 in Ibis White).

The 350R is my pride and joy and the R8 is a buttery smooth / refined supercar with an Italian heart (Lambo v10) wrapped in German engineering…but the Ford GT is a living legend, and I oddly think it combines the best of both (it’s like a super muscle car, kinda!).

I know many here have driven a Ford GT, and some own one…to the guys with experience, would you sell two for one here, or stand down and keep the variety in the stable? Use case is weekend spirited drives - no track time…prob ~1k miles a year, give or take a bit.

I’m torn…part of me is saying just go for it, while the other is questioning whether I’ll be OK driving around in something that crazy, and could regret letting either of these go…

Thoughts? Anyone want to talk me out of this? Or maybe just talk me into it?!?!

I know I’ll likely be happy either way - just the kind of car that will increasingly become unobtainable and I feel if I don’t take a swing now, I may not ever….let me know what you think, thanks everyone!

-Chris

You should head over to fordgtforum.com and ask those guys, many of whom own gt350’s or gt500’s.

I sold my gt350 a few years ago after blowing the engine on track. I knew I eventually wanted to replace it with a GT, but unfortunately that’s not in the budget at the moment. I instead settled for building a Superlite GTR, a race version replica of the 05-06 GT. I’m almost finished with it and will be in the high $100’s by the time I’m done. All in all, it’s exactly what I want.

After having driven a dozen GT’s and knowing dozens of owners… The GT is rare and will continue to appreciate in value. It’s a true icon and the driving experience is amazing.

The negative… it’s much harder to take it out and about for a spur of the moment drive. Parking in a parking lot is a bit of a pain due to the door travel. You get mobbed EVERYWHERE you go. You get noticed in a GT, where the gt350 lets you go unnoticed in public to the untrained eye. Parts prices are absolutely INSANE!!!

All this being said, if it’s a dream car for you, turn the dream into a reality. If you find out later the GT isn’t for you, you can always sell it and buy another R8 or 350. All great cars, but the GT is in a league of its own.

 

[pilotgore]

Hey guys - unexpected opportunity presented itself to scoop up a 2006 Ford GT in my perfect spec (white/blue stripes, wheel option, audio upgrade, painted calipers) with low miles and good history. This car is a legit hero car to me…an American icon that I personally feel will go down as one of the greatest cars of all time. Only issue is, to justify the purchase I’d have to sell my 350R (‘20 HEP) and R8 (2012 Gen 1 “gated manual” V10 in Ibis White).

The 350R is my pride and joy and the R8 is a buttery smooth / refined supercar with an Italian heart (Lambo v10) wrapped in German engineering…but the Ford GT is a living legend, and I oddly think it combines the best of both (it’s like a super muscle car, kinda!).

I know many here have driven a Ford GT, and some own one…to the guys with experience, would you sell two for one here, or stand down and keep the variety in the stable? Use case is weekend spirited drives - no track time…prob ~1k miles a year, give or take a bit.

I’m torn…part of me is saying just go for it, while the other is questioning whether I’ll be OK driving around in something that crazy, and could regret letting either of these go…

Thoughts? Anyone want to talk me out of this? Or maybe just talk me into it?!?!

I know I’ll likely be happy either way - just the kind of car that will increasingly become unobtainable and I feel if I don’t take a swing now, I may not ever….let me know what you think, thanks everyone!

-Chris

Oh, and if you do buy a GT…. I make an oil funnel ;)

 

[WItoTX]

My suggestion is to find a buyer for your current cars that's willing to keep in touch with you, contact you before they sell it, and get you first right of refusal.

Kind of the best of both worlds. I'd have a hard time selling your 350R. The Audi, I probably wouldn't hesitate to sell.

The GT350 is a special car just like the GT. If the GT is going to give you that "fizz" Top Gear fans know and love, go for it!

 

[robvas]

GT is definitely a dream car. Do it.

 

[Oakley]

Thanks guys - “investment” is another consideration there…I think the 350R and R8 are both worth a lot more in 10 years…the Ford GT, not certain and could see it going either way. Super rare, special, never to be made again, etc…but it’s worth 3x sticker now, so not sure what happens here in the next 10. I don’t view cars as investments for capital gain, more so just try to pick ones that allow to drive and enjoy and not get hurt over time…think they’re both good options in that light but just something to toss out.

i think the ford GT prices will only continue to climb. it has so many things working for it i jut don't see how the other two combined can compete...

and you can only drive one car at a time... so... if you can stand the parking situation i say get the GT.

 

[Nfs1000f]

You can drive your 350R and your Audi R8 with little to no worries. Driving a car that is now approaching half million dollars, assuming yours is low miles and clean, will make it difficult to enjoy and drive often. (if it were me.)

 

[edunn14]

I say do it, as the opportunity to move from your two current cars to a dream-spec Ford GT is a lot more rare than if you had a Ford GT already and wanted to go back.

I don't know the market that well for Ford GTs so I may be wrong, but selling your two cars for the one would likely be a lot easier to "undo" if somehow you need or want to undo it.

Addendum: Ford GTs are sick as hell. Seeing them up close is always a pleasure.

 

[Unas2k5]

Saw this one a couple days ago

 

[Unas2k5]

You can’t compare a gt350 to a ford gt lmao GTD yes not Gt350 or gt500.

 

[vinny89gt]

Personally, it's not close. A GT is a holy grail car in my mind.

Bye bye Audi, hello Ferarri killer.

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