SaintnDE Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 http://www.willissmyrna.com/used-Dover-2007-Ford-Mustang-GT-1ZVHT82H075306024 I will be heading to test drive this in a couple of days. I have always dreamed of owning one, but I am new to the forum and Shelby's so just a couple of quick questions. 1. This appears, for all intents and purposes, to be a legitimate Shelby GT, but I am in no way an expert. Thoughts? 2. In you expert opinions, what would be a fair game price range for this? They are asking $24,900. Low mileage and it's basically spotless. I stopped and peeked at it on Sunday while they were closed to avoid the sales hassle, but now I'm OCD'ing about it and can't get the damn car out of my head! Thanks in advance! *EDIT: also, any advice on what to look for in the way of flaws/problems while I am there would be a great help! --Chad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT0128 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Looks pretty clean but you could likely find one with less miles for the same money. I'd offer 23000 max for it. I know what you mean by OCD'ing on it. I did the same thing. Pretty much the same car with MT on ebay with 1400 miles for 26k. Don't buy too quick, wait for the right car at the right price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedyburd33 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Get the VIN and check with the registrar for SGT authenticity. The most common problems with the '07 SGT's were the hood scoop not fitting exactly right onto the hood and small wrinkles or tears in the vinyl stripes around the hood scoop. good luck and have fun with the car when you buy it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Thanks ya'll. I will look out for the scoop and striping for sure. I'll certainly be wary of the price as well. How would I check w/the registrar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT0128 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Send an email here with the CSM & VIN. I'll bet he can fix you up. SAI Registry Supervisor : StevenT@ShelbyAmerican.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I checked the VIN on the registrar site in his sig, looks good. It asked me if I was registering it as a new owner...I stopped there since I am not....as of YET. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JASPONY Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 $24k would probably be a fair price for it...just my two cents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blown Away Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Good luck with your purchase. These are fun cars and there is a world of knowledge on this site and people ready to share. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don JDWHSKY Theall 25695 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Chad: Been there and done there so know what you are going through. Great looking car with the best color combo (black with silver stripes). Check the stripes for spotting (a common problem on some cars). Buy the car and you won't regret it. The only problem will be how to get the smile off your face. Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyGJ Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 For what its worth, this one has the basic instrument cluster, not the Upgraded Instrument package (4 gauges instead of just 2). Make sure you get the options and features that you want. Here is a quick summary for you: 2007 - Black & White Hardtop only Both Automatic and Manual (5spd) Transmission Most were Black interiors, few had tan interior 2008 - Vista Blue Hardtop Vista Blue Convertible Grabber Orange Hardtop (limited numbers) Black w/Red stripes (BJ Edition) extremely rare only 100 made (Hardtop & Convertibles) Both Automatic and Manuel (5spd) Transmission Black interior 2008 gained HID headlights 2008 Interior Upgrade Package included - MyColor Dashpanel colors (125 total color combinations) and other interior upgrades and included the deluxe 6-gauge package with message center (I think 2007 did have this as well) 2008 Ambient Lighting for front & rear footwells/cup holders (not sure if on 2007) Hope that helps to let you know what was available on which years....can't go wrong either way, but get the one you absolutely prefer! Andy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Best of luck with the deal Chad.........................fantastic machines these Shelby's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Thank you all for the great reply's; great community thus far! I am very anxious to get this test drive in and see what pricing numbers I can get. Might just be a new owner by the weekend. Appreciate all of the tips, please add any more that you may think of. I still have a couple of days to sit here and wait... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 For what its worth, this one has the basic instrument cluster, not the Upgraded Instrument package (4 gauges instead of just 2). Make sure you get the options and features that you want. 2008 gained HID headlights 2008 Interior Upgrade Package included - MyColor Dashpanel colors (125 total color combinations) and other interior upgrades and included the deluxe 6-gauge package with message center (I think 2007 did have this as well) 2008 Ambient Lighting for front & rear footwells/cup holders (not sure if on 2007) Hope that helps to let you know what was available on which years....can't go wrong either way, but get the one you absolutely prefer! Andy. Are these mods/items that I can install afterwards? I assume the lights and such can be, but what about the upgraded instrument panel? I though I saw someone's SGT that had one that sat up on the dash? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Bishop Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 The other thing you need to look out for especially with the 2007 MY is the aluminum 'rust' around the hood pins because of the use of stainless steel screws. You need to look for bubbling paint around the hood pins pucks. Not sure if you're interested in a 'brand new' 2007, here's one for sale at a classic car dealer in Wake Forest NC with 199 miles still in the 'wrapper': http://www.southernclassiccarsnc.com/index.php?action=view_automobile&id=645&module=automobilemodule&src=%40random471f92a174a84 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 There have been several for sale lately, I would just say buy the one with the options you want. Do you want an Automatic? If so this seems like a nice car, I would never buy this car with an Auto, but that is my opinion. Also to me the IUP is a must. Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2+2 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Do not settle for less than perfect. If it is not perfect, get the price reduced enough so that you can make it perfect(new stripes). There are many nice ones out there and you will want to take your Shelby GT to show and shines. I love my automatic. I drive it to work in traffic often and this old left leg is getting tired. But then againI I have another Mustang to get my shifting fix. It looks like an awesome car to me. Its a S H E L B Y. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyGJ Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 From what I understand, you can do some of those upgrades after the fact, but it is very pricy so best to buy it with what you want on it and save the money for mods that will get you performance gains under the hood or under the rear axle. :happy feet: Good Luck!! Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Thanks for all the reply, gang. Really appreciate it. Bank is only valuing this at $21,000 so I have so work cut out for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBlueHeaven Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Thanks for all the reply, gang. Really appreciate it. Bank is only valuing this at $21,000 so I have so work cut out for me. Probably because they ran the VIN which goes back to the mustang gt it started out as. Most banks are not familiar with the Shelby GT package installed at SAI. I had to inform my bank about the shelby package so they would approve the loan at the higher amount. Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Probably because they ran the VIN which goes back to the mustang gt it started out as. Most banks are not familiar with the Shelby GT package installed at SAI. I had to inform my bank about the shelby package so they would approve the loan at the higher amount. Jeff How did you descibe it to them? I tried to while I was on the phone w/them but they didn't understand either. Is it something they could find? Oh, she did ask me if it was considered a "kit" car, I responded with "no". Correct answer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Dennis Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 It is at a dealer and they probably have no idea what they have. I would offer $20K. You can always go up. Mine was at a Ford dealer in Delaware also. Sitting outside while road construction ws going on. Covered with dirt when I first saw it. Enjoy whatever you get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBlueHeaven Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 How did you descibe it to them? I tried to while I was on the phone w/them but they didn't understand either. Is it something they could find? Oh, she did ask me if it was considered a "kit" car, I responded with "no". Correct answer? I don't remember what I said exactly but it took a little bit for me to get them to understand. I explained how the process of the Shelby GT was built/manufactured and they added the additional money to the loan. I paid 32,900 almost 3 years ago for a VB coupe with 500 miles on it. and no it's not considered a kit car, you were correct answering no Hope it works out for you. Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I don't remember what I said exactly but it took a little bit for me to get them to understand. I explained how the process of the Shelby GT was built/manufactured and they added the additional money to the loan. This was GREAT advice. I just did so; explained the process and that they were tagging the VIN back to it's original "GT" state from the factory. The underwriter did his homework and now I have another $4K to play with. Thanks a TON, Jeff! Hollowed ground for you, partner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Try to explain to the bank that it is an available package from Ford. Explain that the car was completed as a Premium Mustang GT, shipped to Shelby for modification before being sold at the Ford dealership. If they look at Kelly Blue Book or other, Shelby is usually a "Package" option now. Looking at KBB it looks like it is a $4K add over an equally equipt Premium Mustang GT. I know that KBB values are normally not worth much, but hopefully it will help you get the loan value up. Never mind. Looks like you just got that taken care of while I was typing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug_GT350 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Are these mods/items that I can install afterwards? I assume the lights and such can be, but what about the upgraded instrument panel? I though I saw someone's SGT that had one that sat up on the dash? As Andy stated many mods can be made after it's "in your garage". First off make sure the dash plaque and underhood plaque are in place, these may not be replacable! Thanks for all the reply, gang. Really appreciate it. Bank is only valuing this at $21,000 so I have so work cut out for me. I would tell them (the stealership that is) just this.... the bank will only give me $21.... that's my offer, take it or leave it! If they want to sell the car they will work with you. My guess is they don't know what it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintnDE Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 Well, I was just informed by the dealer that they sold it last night. Bummer! Guess I'll have to do some more shopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anton Ruighaver Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I wasn't meant to be then... As a few have said, be patient and you'll find the right car at the right price! They're out there... Anton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Grey Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I think it is great that Team Shelby Members are able to tell Chad things to look for on HIS DREAM CAR. However you members that are Poo Pooing the price - You wouldn't sell yours that cheap - remember LOW MILES and AUTOMATIC - ONLY 508 made of the Black 07's with automatic. The 07 GTH's go for 37 - 38K at the auctions and the last 07 SGT that crossed the block (that I have found) was a #2 condition standard tranny and it sold for 24K. Chad - i think it is a good deal and if it fullfills a dream of yours and it checks out - BE HAPPY - like others have said "your smile won't go away". Just my $0.02 from a NJ KNOW IT ALL :burnout: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Dennis Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I would have paid $25K if I wanted it, but no sense not trying to get a better deal. I paid a little more for my white/tan 08 than I should have but I fell in love with the tan interior. A few thousand means nothing if you find the right car. You'll soon be WAY OVER that with mods, especially if the SC bug gets a hold of you! OH BABY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug_GT350 Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 I think it is great that Team Shelby Members are able to tell Chad things to look for on HIS DREAM CAR. However you members that are Poo Pooing the price - You wouldn't sell yours that cheap - remember LOW MILES and AUTOMATIC - ONLY 508 made of the Black 07's with automatic. The 07 GTH's go for 37 - 38K at the auctions and the last 07 SGT that crossed the block (that I have found) was a #2 condition standard tranny and it sold for 24K. Chad - i think it is a good deal and if it fullfills a dream of yours and it checks out - BE HAPPY - like others have said "your smile won't go away". Just my $0.02 from a NJ KNOW IT ALL :burnout: I for one wasn't poo-pooing the price, I was telling him to try to get it as cheap as he could. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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