txcobra Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 There is a lot of anticipation in waiting for the call, getting the call, dropping off or shipping off your car and then finally.....picking it up! :happy feet: Now that you have it back, is it still as exciting? Even better than the anticipation? Are you getting it out regularly, taking it to shows and getting the fun, looks and driving experience you expected? I leave in 2 days to go pick mine up and I was wondering about this....I have been so excited about getting the car I just hope actually having it back lives up to and surpasses the excitement of waiting for it. I have ordered cars before and ordered key parts before, but never been this anxious to receive something! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torch40 Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 I know how you feel. Mine is done right now and I can't go pick it up until June 3rd. I'm more worried about everything being done right. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted May 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 Yeah, I worry about that too but I really think the feedback that those on this forum have provided is going into action at Shelby. I have confidence that Shelby will get it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FormerGmc Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 You both will love them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Saute Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 Nope, I have both the 40th and the SS. Though I use the SS more than the 40th they are both really great cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skymedic Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 There is a lot of anticipation in waiting for the call, getting the call, dropping off or shipping off your car and then finally.....picking it up! :happy feet: Now that you have it back, is it still as exciting? Even better than the anticipation? Are you getting it out regularly, taking it to shows and getting the fun, looks and driving experience you expected? I leave in 2 days to go pick mine up and I was wondering about this....I have been so excited about getting the car I just hope actually having it back lives up to and surpasses the excitement of waiting for it. I have ordered cars before and ordered key parts before, but never been this anxious to receive something! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Hey, Nope, no regrets, love driving it...Especially since i put the EVO TVS Stage 1 tune on it.....went from 605 to 735hp and HOLY SH$T what a difference that makes......It was fast before, it is wicked now......Actually it is too much power for street driving...The wheels are almost impossible to hook up...... I have taken it to two car shows now, and I get a ton of people gawking! Lots of attention and envy.....ALso, I would recommend putting the Borla 5GT exhaust ( axle backs ) on it when you get it back from SAI.....The 40th Borlas, while louder than the stock GT500, it was just not indicative of how the car should sound IMO......The 5GT are amazing without being too obnoxiously loud and very little drone to them......I also swapped out the light bulbs in the guage pod to RED LED Lights to match my dash lights.....This looks much better...... Here are some pics... JW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradenbb Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 For those of you that can, plan on spending a day driving and testing everything about your car while in Vegas. Also, get a commitment from SAI that they will have someone there to help you fix any problems. I am witholding comments until my car looks and drives like it should. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raw power Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 JW, your car looks great! I'm glad you are enjoying the borla's, I knew you would :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500FLYBOY Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 Are you kidding? Just look at this baby. It turns heads everywhere - all the time. And it may be primal - but that's still a kick. :happy feet: It handles and brakes amazingly for a 4000 lb. car. Now if I could just get the tranny and clutch thingy fixed - I could actually have some fun with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500_Grad Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 I absolutely love it. The lose of my parts kind of effects my enthusiasm but I still love it. Its amazing looking machine. The stance alone is a lot more aggressive and makes it stick out. I've been out only a few time, and I've had people stop as they drive by or almost snack their neck doing a double take. You will not regret it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FormerGmc Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 "Just look at this baby. It turns heads everywhere - all the time." Yep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FST ASP Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 I'm still dealing with some minor issues with my striping, but this car gets more thumbs up than any car I have owned. It's still a blast to drive and I enjoy taking it out on weekends. People will stop you, take pictures and generally gawk!! People don't do that to a 6 series BMW. It'a a kick!!! :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500forme Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 I'm still dealing with some minor issues with my striping, but this car gets more thumbs up than any car I have owned. It's still a blast to drive and I enjoy taking it out on weekends. People will stop you, take pictures and generally gawk!! People don't do that to a 6 series BMW. It'a a kick!!! :happy feet: BMWhat? Gotta love a Shelby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted May 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 Great feedback guys...keep it coming. It is 9 pm local time and I will be on the road in the next 7 hours....VEGAS BOUND!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FormerGmc Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 Great feedback guys...keep it coming. It is 9 pm local time and I will be on the road in the next 7 hours....VEGAS BOUND!! Enjoy! I smiled all the way back to LA after picking mine up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted May 31, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2008 ok, you guys were absolutely right! I picked it up earlier today and I can't get the smile off my face. I start the 1400 mile trek back to Texas tomorrow and will post up some pics when I can get to a real computer. I love this car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlitz Posted May 31, 2008 Report Share Posted May 31, 2008 ok, you guys were absolutely right! I picked it up earlier today and I can't get the smile off my face. I start the 1400 mile trek back to Texas tomorrow and will post up some pics when I can get to a real computer. I love this car! Congrats!! Great time of year to get your 40th! Todd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobrafan Posted May 31, 2008 Report Share Posted May 31, 2008 It doesn't wear off, it just keeps getting better and better. Congratulations and drive safely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Whew....what a loooooong drive. Would have been much more fun driving the shelby rather than pulling it. As promised, here are a couple of pics: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500FLYBOY Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Wow. That friggin pops. Those wheels are perfect for blue. The car looks almost as fast as mine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Thanks man, I am loving it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FormerGmc Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Told Ya! Looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Told Ya! Looks great! Yes you did! I had that smile all the way to Texas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Great pics. The way she sits is perfect. Not to high in the back but not slammed to the ground, PERFECT IMO, this is the best color for the 40th. Congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torch40 Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Awesome, picking mine up tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Great pics. The way she sits is perfect. Not to high in the back but not slammed to the ground, PERFECT IMO, this is the best color for the 40th. Congrats Thanks My500...I agree as far as 40th pacakges go, the blue and the black with black wheels look the best to me. I also agree on the stance, it MAKES the car and should be the way the care came from the factory. Congrats on having TWO snakes! IF I could swing it, I would buy a red coupe and go with the SS725 package. Andy P, enjoy the whole experience and post some pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500FLYBOY Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Thanks My500...I agree as far as 40th pacakges go, the blue and the black with black wheels look the best to me. I also agree on the stance, it MAKES the car and should be the way the care came from the factory. Congrats on having TWO snakes! IF I could swing it, I would buy a red coupe and go with the SS725 package. Andy P, enjoy the whole experience and post some pics! I kinda partial to the black on triple black...or is it quadrupal black? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted June 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 I kinda partial to the black on triple black...or is it quadrupal black? I understand, it is absolutely the 2nd best color choice and almost as fast as Vista blue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Tony Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Congrats, Origtxcobra. Mine should be ready any day. Thought I was being patient but those pictures of your car has my mind racing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcobra Posted June 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Keep us posted Tony! Can't wait to see pics of yours too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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