S550 values to increase?

[350 Feet]

My brain jumps to what the woke response would be. That name will never fly.. IMHO

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[IPOGT]

Well said Tim. I really tried to keep an open mind with the S650 platform, but they really have left us BB's in the dust. I sat in a S650 Vert and while the "ipads" look better in person I was dismayed at the total lack of tactile controls for the cabin. I spoke with one owner who was totally frustrated with the fact that he had to interact with the touch screen just to adjust the blower motor. I've worked in IT for over 30 years now and i've seen the rule of "diminishing returns" occur over and over again. There comes a point where enough is enough and the practical aspects of driving and engaging with a specialty car are lost.
I saw an S560 the other day coming off the freeway and honestly I had to look at it several times to determine whether it was a camaro or a mustang.
In regards to Shelby America, I agree that they are producing a low volume specialty version of the mustang that is appealing to a really niche group of people. For me I have a cap limit based upon my income and my personal convictions regarding debt. But even if I had the cash, I just am not attracted to the SA Mustangs.
I saw a Dark Horse at the Bergstrom Ford Dealership last year with a 70 window sticker. I took my time and really looked the car over. It's impressive, but I wouldn't trade my GT350 for it.
At times I feel like I won a raffle or lottery drawing when it comes to my 350. It's not perfect, but it is an incredible value for the money and hard to find another car with it's capabilities and personality that fits my budget.

Much quicker, easier, faster and cheaper to slap in a screen as opposed to 20 discrete analog mechanical electrical interfaces… AKA knobs and switches. Made the whole interior look sparse, uninvolving and rather sterile.

 

[526 HRSE]

hard pass

 

[RNM]

hard pass

This is what made me choose a S550.

 

[Anyone3505]

Wouldn't assume GT350 prices are going up or even staying the same:
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/KDWmbkJ0/2017-ford-mustang-shelby-gt350
$48.5k before fees for a low mile example with (very short) warranty doesn't bode well for short term prices IMO. Weren't these going for 65-70k just s minute ago?

 

[IPOGT]

Wouldn't assume GT350 prices are going up or even staying the same:
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/KDWmbkJ0/2017-ford-mustang-shelby-gt350
$48.5k before fees for a low mile example with (very short) warranty doesn't bode well for short term prices IMO. Weren't these going for 65-70k just s minute ago?

That car doesn’t have the original engine it was built with, so it really isn’t a good example.

 

[Anyone3505]

I'll also add that i hadn't planned to buy a car for 2-3 years and when i saw the S650 unveiled i started searching for what ended up being my GT. I don't like the s650 at all. I work in IT and have enough displays in front of me all day every day. The S650 convinced me i needed to figure out what i wanted before those cars were beat to shit or the prices appreciated to the point i couldn't afford them.

All i really knew was that i wanted a convertible, stick shift, decent storage space, and no massive screens. The more analogue the better, but balanced with comfort and wife-ability. I cross-shopped C6 and 996S/997S, but my experience with a dozen rental S550s and then seeing a 401A GT won out. Not the most analogue vehicle, but the interior build quality was surprisingly the best of the bunch.

I drove a rental S650 Ecoboost and the interior was an obvious downgrade even compared to the rental s550 ecos i frequently drove. The plastic buttons below the base infotainment screen feel like a Fisher Price toy. Made the S550 Premium feel like a Bentley...

 

[Anyone3505]

That car doesn’t have the original engine it was built with, so it really isn’t a good example.

I guess... It has a brand new engine installed by Ford dealership and carries a full 12 month warranty. Imo that's better than the original engine, but i can see how it could be a concern to some people

 

[sk47]

That car doesn’t have the original engine it was built with, so it really isn’t a good example.

Hello; I see your point and here is the "but" argument. While i do not know how many GT350's have lost the original engine, I have read a number of threads/posts on here about fatal engine failures.
A replacement engine might have "improved" parts which make it more reliable is one way to look at it. Of course there is the counter argument that Ford put a same spec replacement engine in.

 

[svttim]

Hello; I see your point and here is the "but" argument. While i do not know how many GT350's have lost the original engine, I have read a number of threads/posts on here about fatal engine failures.
A replacement engine might have "improved" parts which make it more reliable is one way to look at it. Of course there is the counter argument that Ford put a same spec replacement engine in.

That would depend on when it was replaced. Most anything in late 18 that required an engine got a Gen 2 engine. In general it helps the car sell for reasons you stated. You can hardly take one sale and predict the market.

 

[IPOGT]

I guess... It has a brand new engine installed by Ford dealership and carries a full 12 month warranty. Imo that's better than the original engine, but i can see how it could be a concern to some people

True, but sadly, because it’s a Shelby, or any special Mustang, matching #’s is a big thing. That’s reality, regardless of how we justify it. It might in fact be a better engine.
For a Toyota Corolla, it wouldn’t matter so much.
But let’s face it, I don’t think anyone on here wouldn’t be at least a little bummed out by it.

 

[Nfs1000f]

Non R’s with a replacement motor would be a plus for me because in my opinion, non R’s will never be worth significant money until long after I am gone. If I were to buy an R model, it would have to have the original motor.

 

[Nfs1000f]

Wouldn't assume GT350 prices are going up or even staying the same:
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/KDWmbkJ0/2017-ford-mustang-shelby-gt350
$48.5k before fees for a low mile example with (very short) warranty doesn't bode well for short term prices IMO. Weren't these going for 65-70k just s minute ago?

No.

The exception would be a sub 1000 mile car.

 

[350 Feet]

Non R’s with a replacement motor would be a plus for me because in my opinion, non R’s will never be worth significant money until long after I am gone. If I were to buy an R model, it would have to have the original motor.

For those of us that are older than dirt, I will point out the historical significance of how well the S550 GT350 is holding its value. When was the last time that a car, produced by the thousands, kept most of its original selling price after 5 to 10 years? This is a big deal.

 

[Nfs1000f]

For those of us that are older than dirt, I will point out the historical significance of how well the S550 GT350 is holding its value. When was the last time that a car, produced by the thousands, kept most of its original selling price after 5 to 10 years? This is a big deal.

I said nothing about the car holding it’s present value, only the future value.

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