raptor17GT
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clean looking car that, welcome ![0701 :thumbsup: :thumbsup:](/forums/styles/smilies/0701.gif)
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Wow! That's a beauty. Pardon my ignorance, but which blue is that?Hi Everyone,
Mark from Reddick, Florida here. I have been lurking on this site, gaining a ton of knowledge about the S550 platform and these fine automobiles for awhile now. This is my 4th Mustang. I had a 1966 Coupe (289), 1986 GT, 1966 A-Code Fastback and now a 2023 Shelby American GT. I am a real fan of the original 60's series Shelby cars and always wanted one. My pockets aren't deep enough for a 1966 GT350, so I decided to get the Shelby GT with the painted stripes option. Even though this is their entry level build, it is not just badges and trim that has been done to the car. I opted to wait on supercharging it until I am further along in the warranty cycle. I hope you like it. Thanks!![]()
The color is Atlas Blue Metallic and thanks!!!Wow! That's a beauty. Pardon my ignorance, but which blue is that?
Hi Tim. I grew up right across Rt 3 from you in Baldwin Hills. Used to hang out at The Pond, back in the woods behind Odenton before it was all developed. Lived in that area and up in Glen Burnie for 30+ years. I'm in Tennessee now.Hi all, my name is Tim and I'm in Odenton, MD.
What a small world indeed. Just moved here recently and although developed it still has a nice small town charm. The local businesses are great and ran by nice people. Really don't have to go much further than a few towns to get what I need. Hope Tennessee is treating you well and thanks for the warm welcome.Hi Tim. I grew up right across Rt 3 from you in Baldwin Hills. Used to hang out at The Pond, back in the woods behind Odenton before it was all developed. Lived in that area and up in Glen Burnie for 30+ years. I'm in Tennessee now.
Beautiful car, man. Congratulations to a fellow Texan. For what it's worth, my '22 came with a black intake as well, and I've had it since new. In previous years, GTs did have gray/sliver intakes, and that may be where the information came from.I'm Jimmy. I'm 61 years old. Birthday was 10/12 this year. I traded a 2020 Camry XSE with 2.5L for a 2023 Mustang GT with 1965 miles on it. It has the six speed manual. Going from a Camry to Mustang GT is like going from a moped to Kawasaki Ninja. LOL I have the regular GT but with Recaro Bucket seat option. I do have one important question. I have a black intake. I have heard GTs have silver intakes. I ran a CARFAX and found that the car was bought in Saint Louis with 11 miles. The person had it for 1 week, then it went to Auction with 1872 miles. Principle Volkswagen dealer here in Texas bought the car from auction, kept it for two months, then it went to auction again. Local Toyota dealer bought it where I got my Camry, I traded for it, of course.
I'm wondering if the engine was changed. Yes, a little late to worry I I know. I love the car just have a questions. It runs good, no ticks or knocks. Shifts good. I drove a standards for 25 years, then went Auto and now I'm back with standard, thank God. I love shifting gears and a true part of the car.
I might have local Ford house check it out soon. I live in Texas. I was born here. The Mustang begs to be let loose on these long highways. LOL I'm watching my foot a little, waiting to break it in more. I'm retired from the StaTE Of Texas. I don't drive as much as I used too. Finally got my Eleanor. The first muscle car I sat in was a 67 GT500 when I was 5. I like all muscle cars, don't get me wrong, but the GT500 stuck with me. Lime Green, with Lime Green interior and four in the floor. I still remember that car all these years. I won't lie, driving this car for the first time brought tears to my old eyes. After driving practical four bangers for YEARS, I got 450 HP Six Speed Galloping Horse. So many years it slipped through my fingers. Now, 61 I have one before I breathe my last. It's like marrying the cheerleader in high school you dreamed about. I still have to pinch myself. LOL A friend told me, "After you make that first 900 payment, it will all sink in!" LOL I finally got one of the cool cars everyone else was driving! I'm thrilled.
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