Black Sunshine Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Wow! Where to start? I've waited many years to own my own Shelby stang. The fact that this was even my first-ever new car purchase made it sweeter. Well, I ordered through Wyant Ford in Elwood, Indiana back on May 15 with interior trim, Sirius, and Shaker 1000 options. Finally on October 16th I got my VIN, she was bucked on Oct. 27th, assembled November 9th and arrived at the deaership on Nov.16th. That was incredibly fast as far as shipping and the stories (nightmares) I've read about on here. My only idea is that perhaps the close proximity to Flat Rock permitted them to ship it by truck and not the rail. Guess I lucked out there. Anywho, I wasn't able to take time from work to get her until Nov.24th, Black Friday (how appropriate!). But I don't think things could have gone any smoother. I left out with my dad and brother from Rolla, MO at about 4 am and arrived in Elwood,IN near lunch due to the time change from CST to EST. The whole way my dad and I talked about cars, hunting, women, etc. My brother (Tim) slept most of the way. My biggest fear was the weather across Indiana and Illinois, but it was a sunny and partly cloudy trip in the 60s! The weather couldn't have been nicer. Needless to say, plan A (driving her back) was a go! I agree with other stories here, pictures and video are nice, but the car is vastly more impressive in person. When we pulled up, her front half was sticking out from behind a SUV and with the snout-like hood vents I immeadiatley thought it looked like the head of a dragon laid out in front of it's lair just daring to be awakened. I was in love! Here we are at the dealership: (I got the dealer banner in the window btw!) I must pause here for a shout out to Wyant Ford. Greg and JD were very helpful and the transaction was smooth and easy. The whole week they had my car she was locked away in a secure building with owner access only and she had only 6.8 miles on the odometer when I took delivery! I don't regret the ADM one iota, besides this was their one and only GT500 for 2007 and I don't mind helping the small-town dealer out. Also, the fact that I could make this a father/son/brother road trip for my first hot-rod was worth it as well. Black Friday is kind of a holiday for me now. I felt like a new-born colt on shaky legs at first when I drove her out as I got used to the shifting and handling. But in no time this horse was pulling at the reins wanting to go faster. The ride back was great. My dad and brother took turns in the other car and we used short range walkie-talkies to spot for each other for ladies on cell phones or doing make-up while driving and such. I got many a stare, wave, and honk on the 400 mile trek back. No challenges, though I wouldn't have accepted anyway. The car is a definite "neck-breaker". I did see a red vert GT500 east-bound on I-70 near Terre Haute, IN around 3 pm. I wonder if that was anyone here? My dad was thoroughly impressed when he took the wheel at the shifting and handling. He soon realized why I was so crazy for this car. I did meet up in Rolla a couple days later with fellow boardie 66GT HiPo (Travis). He should be getting his red w/ white coupe any day now. We both agreed the car looks spectacular. The only flaw I could pick out is that my right exhaust tip is about 1/4 to 1/2 inch lower than the left. That will be taken care of. Otherwise, the stripes looked good and the edges all lined up great. Here's a pic over at Lion's Club Park: The only disappointment I have is that I have to leave her in Missouri for the winter. My deal on a house with garage here in Mississippi fell through (prices are crappy here since Hurricane Katrina). But I know my parents will take good care of her the few months we're apart and will hide the keys from my 19 year old brother! Here's a parting shot with my other black girl: For now she sits with 456.7 miles on the odometer. I hope everyone else here has as easy a transaction and delivery as I did! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCMO-GT500 Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Looks great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and thanks for the story to go along with the photos. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SVTpower Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 :hyper: Congrats!!! Looks sweet..........that's my combo too.........expected < 2 weeks............Now I remember, you changed from white to Tungsten stripes............changing to B&T GT500 ??? Drive safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Sunshine Posted December 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Hey, John! Travis told me you went by that KC dealership to see if they'd disclose the damages on that red w/ white coupe that was initially his. We might do a cruise in the spring when I can make it back up there. Dave :hyper: Congrats!!! Looks sweet..........that's my combo too.........expected < 2 weeks............Now I remember, you changed from white to Tungsten stripes............changing to B&T GT500 ??? Drive safe Are you able to edit your user name? I really haven't checked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCMO-GT500 Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Dave, stay in touch, a spring cruise sounds good. Yeah, I went by that dealer and they more or less admitted to damage, but I don't think they were telling about everything. They did acknowledge a disclosure that would have to be signed though. What got me was that they were "only" charging 15K adm because of the repaired damage. The GO shelby next to it was going for 20K adm. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 I am glad to see folks getting their cars. Happy days for you all. Now you all need to root for putnamdo. His car has been lost for over a month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyvax Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Congrats Dave, she looks fantastic. Great of you to get the family involved, a trip to remember!!! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtntom Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Wow! Where to start? I've waited many years to own my own Shelby stang. The fact that this was even my first-ever new car purchase made it sweeter. Well, I ordered through Wyant Ford in Elwood, Indiana back on May 15 with interior trim, Sirius, and Shaker 1000 options. Finally on October 16th I got my VIN, she was bucked on Oct. 27th, assembled November 9th and arrived at the deaership on Nov.16th. That was incredibly fast as far as shipping and the stories (nightmares) I've read about on here. My only idea is that perhaps the close proximity to Flat Rock permitted them to ship it by truck and not the rail. Guess I lucked out there. Anywho, I wasn't able to take time from work to get her until Nov.24th, Black Friday (how appropriate!). But I don't think things could have gone any smoother. I left out with my dad and brother from Rolla, MO at about 4 am and arrived in Elwood,IN near lunch due to the time change from CST to EST. The whole way my dad and I talked about cars, hunting, women, etc. My brother (Tim) slept most of the way. My biggest fear was the weather across Indiana and Illinois, but it was a sunny and partly cloudy trip in the 60s! The weather couldn't have been nicer. Needless to say, plan A (driving her back) was a go! I agree with other stories here, pictures and video are nice, but the car is vastly more impressive in person. When we pulled up, her front half was sticking out from behind a SUV and with the snout-like hood vents I immeadiatley thought it looked like the head of a dragon laid out in front of it's lair just daring to be awakened. I was in love! Here we are at the dealership: (I got the dealer banner in the window btw!) I must pause here for a shout out to Wyant Ford. Greg and JD were very helpful and the transaction was smooth and easy. The whole week they had my car she was locked away in a secure building with owner access only and she had only 6.8 miles on the odometer when I took delivery! I don't regret the ADM one iota, besides this was their one and only GT500 for 2007 and I don't mind helping the small-town dealer out. Also, the fact that I could make this a father/son/brother road trip for my first hot-rod was worth it as well. Black Friday is kind of a holiday for me now. I felt like a new-born colt on shaky legs at first when I drove her out as I got used to the shifting and handling. But in no time this horse was pulling at the reins wanting to go faster. The ride back was great. My dad and brother took turns in the other car and we used short range walkie-talkies to spot for each other for ladies on cell phones or doing make-up while driving and such. I got many a stare, wave, and honk on the 400 mile trek back. No challenges, though I wouldn't have accepted anyway. The car is a definite "neck-breaker". I did see a red vert GT500 east-bound on I-70 near Terre Haute, IN around 3 pm. I wonder if that was anyone here? My dad was thoroughly impressed when he took the wheel at the shifting and handling. He soon realized why I was so crazy for this car. I did meet up in Rolla a couple days later with fellow boardie 66GT HiPo (Travis). He should be getting his red w/ white coupe any day now. We both agreed the car looks spectacular. The only flaw I could pick out is that my right exhaust tip is about 1/4 to 1/2 inch lower than the left. That will be taken care of. Otherwise, the stripes looked good and the edges all lined up great. Here's a pic over at Lion's Club Park: The only disappointment I have is that I have to leave her in Missouri for the winter. My deal on a house with garage here in Mississippi fell through (prices are crappy here since Hurricane Katrina). But I know my parents will take good care of her the few months we're apart and will hide the keys from my 19 year old brother! Here's a parting shot with my other black girl: For now she sits with 456.7 miles on the odometer. I hope everyone else here has as easy a transaction and delivery as I did! Dave Hey B&W GT500, GREAT STORY!!! Your have to excuse me for posting on your post. Not sure how I did that?? Too early and not enough JAVA??? MTNTOM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdwaterHotrod Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Great Story Dave! I just had flash backs of when I picked up my car too after reading that story. Thanks for sharing one of the greatest days you will ever remember in your life. PS: you might want to print that story out for future chills/up lifting moments in about 30 years, it may bring you back to life one of these days. Thanks again & LOVE THAT GRIN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbornitz Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Nice car and Great anti theft system. That car will be safe with her in the garage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobraCrazy Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Dave, Thanks for the story and the photos. I, too, will never forget the day I picked mine up, and the 380 mile drive home . . . every mile was especially sweet. :happy feet: CC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckstang Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 wow Great story! and it looks amazing!!! Im so jealous the hood vents remind me of nostrils as well!! haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSR Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Congrats. Dave Dave, you forgot to contact the St.Louis 7 for an escort through Illinois and Missouri. (smile) I live off of I-64. Well, in that case we will look forward to seeing you at any future gatherings so stay tune, I have a feeling that the group will grow and grow. Enjoy and nice story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELITE 1 Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 LOL, When we saw our car for the first time, my wife commented that it looked like a fire breathing dragon. I have to agree with her it looks evil :devil:. Congrats on getting your car, nice story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbortnick Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Cograts Dave Car looks great and thanks for the story. I never seen a car that brings people together like this one, its great that your Dad & Bro made the trip with you. I know my family and friends were just as exicited as me when I got mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
66GT HIPO Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Wow! Where to start? I've waited many years to own my own Shelby stang. The fact that this was even my first-ever new car purchase made it sweeter. Well, I ordered through Wyant Ford in Elwood, Indiana back on May 15 with interior trim, Sirius, and Shaker 1000 options. Finally on October 16th I got my VIN, she was bucked on Oct. 27th, assembled November 9th and arrived at the deaership on Nov.16th. That was incredibly fast as far as shipping and the stories (nightmares) I've read about on here. My only idea is that perhaps the close proximity to Flat Rock permitted them to ship it by truck and not the rail. Guess I lucked out there. Anywho, I wasn't able to take time from work to get her until Nov.24th, Black Friday (how appropriate!). But I don't think things could have gone any smoother. I left out with my dad and brother from Rolla, MO at about 4 am and arrived in Elwood,IN near lunch due to the time change from CST to EST. The whole way my dad and I talked about cars, hunting, women, etc. My brother (Tim) slept most of the way. My biggest fear was the weather across Indiana and Illinois, but it was a sunny and partly cloudy trip in the 60s! The weather couldn't have been nicer. Needless to say, plan A (driving her back) was a go! I agree with other stories here, pictures and video are nice, but the car is vastly more impressive in person. When we pulled up, her front half was sticking out from behind a SUV and with the snout-like hood vents I immeadiatley thought it looked like the head of a dragon laid out in front of it's lair just daring to be awakened. I was in love! Here we are at the dealership: (I got the dealer banner in the window btw!) I must pause here for a shout out to Wyant Ford. Greg and JD were very helpful and the transaction was smooth and easy. The whole week they had my car she was locked away in a secure building with owner access only and she had only 6.8 miles on the odometer when I took delivery! I don't regret the ADM one iota, besides this was their one and only GT500 for 2007 and I don't mind helping the small-town dealer out. Also, the fact that I could make this a father/son/brother road trip for my first hot-rod was worth it as well. Black Friday is kind of a holiday for me now. I felt like a new-born colt on shaky legs at first when I drove her out as I got used to the shifting and handling. But in no time this horse was pulling at the reins wanting to go faster. The ride back was great. My dad and brother took turns in the other car and we used short range walkie-talkies to spot for each other for ladies on cell phones or doing make-up while driving and such. I got many a stare, wave, and honk on the 400 mile trek back. No challenges, though I wouldn't have accepted anyway. The car is a definite "neck-breaker". I did see a red vert GT500 east-bound on I-70 near Terre Haute, IN around 3 pm. I wonder if that was anyone here? My dad was thoroughly impressed when he took the wheel at the shifting and handling. He soon realized why I was so crazy for this car. I did meet up in Rolla a couple days later with fellow boardie 66GT HiPo (Travis). He should be getting his red w/ white coupe any day now. We both agreed the car looks spectacular. The only flaw I could pick out is that my right exhaust tip is about 1/4 to 1/2 inch lower than the left. That will be taken care of. Otherwise, the stripes looked good and the edges all lined up great. Here's a pic over at Lion's Club Park: The only disappointment I have is that I have to leave her in Missouri for the winter. My deal on a house with garage here in Mississippi fell through (prices are crappy here since Hurricane Katrina). But I know my parents will take good care of her the few months we're apart and will hide the keys from my 19 year old brother! Here's a parting shot with my other black girl: For now she sits with 456.7 miles on the odometer. I hope everyone else here has as easy a transaction and delivery as I did! Dave DAVE NICE STORY AND DONT WORRY ME AND KCMO WILL LOOK AFTER YOUR CAR WHILE YOUR IN MISSISSIPPI OVER THE WINTER ANYWAY YES MINE SHOULD BE HERE MONDAY OR TUESDAY ACCORDING TO MY FORD REPS LETTER TO ME LAST WEDNESDAY. TAKE CARE AND KEEP INTOUCH 66HIPO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Sunshine Posted December 2, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 DAVE NICE STORY AND DONT WORRY ME AND KCMO WILL LOOK AFTER YOUR CAR WHILE YOUR IN MISSISSIPPI OVER THE WINTER ANYWAY YES MINE SHOULD BE HERE MONDAY OR TUESDAY ACCORDING TO MY FORD REPS LETTER TO ME LAST WEDNESDAY. TAKE CARE AND KEEP INTOUCH 66HIPO My brother was teasing me that he and my dad got her out on all that ice yesterday and were spinning doughnuts. I told him he'd get some of this if he even joked like that again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shel-b001 Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Dave: Nice pictures hope you enjoy her. You Will definately have to lock her up fromyour younger brother , did you notice the smile on his face.Better check the milage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Sunshine Posted December 2, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 Dave: Nice pictures hope you enjoy her. You Will definately have to lock her up fromyour younger brother , did you notice the smile on his face.Better check the milage. Are you talking about the pic of the guy smiling with the Bourbon Street t-shirt on? That's me! LOL! My brother is the "cool one" with the shades on in the first pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
442forever(noolds) Posted December 2, 2006 Report Share Posted December 2, 2006 The reunion will be a sweet one for sure! Nice story,and nice car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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