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Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: South TX
Just make sure the GT500 doesn't have this bolted on, the numbers below are on a STOCK engine. There is always somebody faster in a "lesser" car. BTW, I agree with Shooter69 and his elitist theory.
810 HP/745 FT/LB KENNE BELL BIG BORE 2.8H SHELBY GT 500 KIT
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...d.php?t=337227
810 HP/745 FT/LB KENNE BELL BIG BORE 2.8H SHELBY GT 500 KIT
http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...d.php?t=337227
Last edited by 4MuscleMachines; Nov 18, 2006 at 01:41 AM.
Team Owner
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: Sorrento Italy
Originally Posted by jsk96z28
They pick on corvettes because they are mostly driven by old farts that never get out of the right lane nor exceed the speed limit.
Luckily, there are a few of us that run them....
Luckily, there are a few of us that run them....
many times i've ask them (with a gentleman driver's smile
) to get a chance at a crosslight, nobody takes it 
hope you dont flame me for saying this but i found out that young kids on ricers are more streight and open then old farts on expensive rides...they take the chance, they loose and they smile at you and wave before go away...
Racer
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: DFW
A lot of the time people just want to see what a car has, how fast it is, not with the goal to beat it!
(e.g. I personally know kids, import and domestic, who try to get in races knowing their car is slower just to see how quick the other car is.)
(e.g. I personally know kids, import and domestic, who try to get in races knowing their car is slower just to see how quick the other car is.)
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Eustis Florida
Originally Posted by bunk22
Might want to look at some of the times real drivers are hitting with the GT500 both stock and slightly modified....like just a tune. The GT500 can very well out run a C6, regardless of what Car and Driver claims.
I paid 42,900 for my 2006 C6. I'd bet there hasn't been a GT500 go out the door for less than 50k and most have probably been over 60k.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: Northcentral, Pennsylvania
St. Jude Donor '09-'11
Some of these Mustangs with mods are much faster that a C6. If you race one and win, so what...you beat a Mustang. It's a no win situation in that sense. You accomplish more by ignoring them, because the perceived high & mighty attitude really pisses them off.
Team Owner
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From: Sorrento Italy
Originally Posted by Wass
Some of these Mustangs with mods are much faster that a C6. If you race one and win, so what...you beat a Mustang. It's a no win situation in that sense. You accomplish more by ignoring them, because the perceived high & mighty attitude really pisses them off.
the real enthusiast never get angry when looses, on the contrary, the stupid low profile poser get mad at it...very simple
Team Owner
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From: Sorrento Italy
Originally Posted by jnel04
A lot of the time people just want to see what a car has, how fast it is, not with the goal to beat it!
(e.g. I personally know kids, import and domestic, who try to get in races knowing their car is slower just to see how quick the other car is.)
(e.g. I personally know kids, import and domestic, who try to get in races knowing their car is slower just to see how quick the other car is.)
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Safety Car
Joined: May 2005
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From: Corpus Christi Texas
Originally Posted by fergy flyer
Real world at Gainesville last saturday. The GT500 that was there was running a half second slower than my car was. He was cutting a slightly better 60' than me. He wouldn't run me.He changed lanes twice to avoid me. The car was trapping 1-2 mph slower than mine. That plus Car & Driver, Road and Track, and moter Trend show a base C6 beating up on an almost Z06 priced GT500 (dealer mark-up). Come to think of it the only magazine with a good number that I've seen is Muscle Mustangs & Fast Fords. Wonder if they got a ringer or there is some bias involved???????
I paid 42,900 for my 2006 C6. I'd bet there hasn't been a GT500 go out the door for less than 50k and most have probably been over 60k.
I paid 42,900 for my 2006 C6. I'd bet there hasn't been a GT500 go out the door for less than 50k and most have probably been over 60k.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Rockmart GA
I beat a 3 year old girl on her tricycle last week....blew her doors off...traffic was light so I figured what the heck...might as well try a street race once.
All the reviews I've seen of the GT500 it gets beat by the C6. Comparing Stock vs. Stock. The GT500 weighs too much...it needs to be "put on a diet".
Just goes to show just about every mustang Rousch, Cobra, GT500 thats stock from factory can't beat a stock C6.
And btw resale sucks on mustangs...ford cars in general. Sorry if anyone likes Ford..but this is a corvette forum. I do like the looks of some mustangs though.
Racer
Joined: Nov 2005
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From: Houston
When I show up at my backwoods (actually desert) track everyone usually wants to race me and I usually give them a chance unless it looks to skewed of a race in my favor or theirs. Sometimes I win and sometimes I lose. I am straight forward about what I run and so far most races have been a positive experience. Cars that are cheaper or with less cylinders will always see a more expensive or larger motored car as a benchmark to beat. I know because I use to be one of those guys. Now I am resolved to have a NICE car no matter if I can't win every race. Most guys really appreciate the vette for what it is and its ability on the 1/4, road course, or daily driving. Himility in most cases will serve you well.
Racer
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Fort Lauderdale Fla
Originally Posted by JohnnyB51
HEY!, I got your "old fart" right here, buddy!!
I be happy to run a new Shelby, at the track!
No, the old farts haven't forgotten the fun of running on the street, we just have the experience that tell's us it's not worth it if you get caught, unlike you pootbutt young kids!
I be happy to run a new Shelby, at the track!
No, the old farts haven't forgotten the fun of running on the street, we just have the experience that tell's us it's not worth it if you get caught, unlike you pootbutt young kids!
What exactly is a "pootbutt" ??
Racer
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From: Fort Lauderdale Fla
Originally Posted by crabman
Of course some of us old pathetic people have things to lose. Like my 1600 ton masters paper. Also Ill be kicked from the insurance pool. That means I cant work any more. And I have assets which makes me sueable if things go bad. And a family who is counting on me. I have to admit I dice it up with friends of mine out in the sticks but it isnt a streetrace by any means and the only person I can hurt is myself. The classic streetrace? Nah, I have nothing to gain, nothing to prove, dont care who's car is faster, and plenty to lose.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2001
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From: Bradenton FLORIDA
Originally Posted by Fore58
I was traveling in the center s/b 275 in Tampa area with my LMB 05 Z51just minding my business when all of a sudden a blue Mustang Shelby pulled beside me in the fast lane. The driver and the passenger looked me as if, let's get it on. He tapped on his accelerator several times to provoke me to race. The traffic was mild to somewhat heavy at the time. So on his last acceleration he pulled away rapidly. I just looked and didn't do anything. Now, here goes the funny part. A State Trooper was sitting on the right roadside. It was apparent that he saw the Mustang speeding and the driver acting like a fool in traffic. The State Trooper immediately pulled onto the highway with his emergency equipment already activated for this guy. Fortunately, the State Trooper didn't have to chase the Mustang down because the driver knew he was wrong and immediately pulled over to the right shoulder. This is my third encounter with a Mustang. What is it with these guys picking on Corvettes? Do they want to go home and tell their girlfriends that they beat a Corvette? I don't know. What I have to say about this is, stay away from the Mustangs on the street because they will get you in trouble.
Intermediate
Joined: Oct 2006
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From: Stafford Virginia
Originally Posted by Zig
just goes to show how they really feel about their own ride, gotta try to prove it.
For everyone else, it is the thrill you get when you get a chanellege from someone, the rise of the spirit no matter what age you are, that puts you in the seat of a hot car to see what it has and how you can handle it. If you win you win if you don't so be it. Take it like a man/or women... Not getting caught is the fun of it all, handling your car is all the better. Now being sneaky is the best, and I know Zig you know what I am talking about
Pro
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: LI NewYork
Originally Posted by bunk22
Might want to look at some of the times real drivers are hitting with the GT500 both stock and slightly modified....like just a tune. The GT500 can very well out run a C6, regardless of what Car and Driver claims.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: Orwigsburg Pa.
Originally Posted by us2bsrt
All depends on what your version of "outrun" is: I like to compare stock vs stock and even with a tune the GT500 will never outrun a C6 top end. To me the true test of "which car is faster" is the standing mile. The car that is ahead at the end is the faster car. So lets set this up and book a trip to the salt flats......
Let's do it.