DubbsFaris Posted July 3, 2013 Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 Congrats- you'll love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetjocchris Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Hi guys... This is my first post.. I just wanted to pass along my experience today while out looking at a 2014... I dropped by Friendly Ford in Las Vegas who happened to have 3 Shelby's in stock... They have two 2014 and one 2013... The 2013 was on the showroom floor and the others were out baking in the 115 degree Vegas sun and rainstorms and sandstorms, i even saw cat prints on the hood.... Needless to say I was surprised and I mentioned it to the sales guy who did not lift an eyebrow... So he proceeded to go on with his pitch and try to impress me with his knowledge of the car... he stated that the 2014 had 100 more horsepower than last years model...... The final sales price on all three cars was around 78k...due to them being limited editions..as stated by the "sales guy "....oh and all cars were equipped with Lo Jack as well... I questioned him about the 2014 being limited edition and he stated that was because they are SVT cars.... I told him I was just at another dealership and was told I could order a new 2014 and get it at MSRP...equipped the same, which was everything but the clear roof....guy did not bat an eye... Also told him that if I order a 70k car that I did not want it touched by anyone or dealer prepped...he said they have to prep all the cars as well as test drive them so they can make sure everything is tight, his own words.... He asked me what color I was looking for... I told him this color, mineral grey... of course it was the one with the cat prints on the hood.... The other colors were a white one and a silver one... The guy then asks me so what do ya think, you wanna work a deal on this one.... I walked away... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted July 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Its all about what you wanna spend, and whom to your gonna spend it with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted July 5, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 Checked status 7/5/13 "Order processing" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted July 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 7/12/13* "On material hold" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Hi guys... This is my first post.. I just wanted to pass along my experience today while out looking at a 2014... I dropped by Friendly Ford in Las Vegas who happened to have 3 Shelby's in stock... They have two 2014 and one 2013... The 2013 was on the showroom floor and the others were out baking in the 115 degree Vegas sun and rainstorms and sandstorms, i even saw cat prints on the hood.... Needless to say I was surprised and I mentioned it to the sales guy who did not lift an eyebrow... So he proceeded to go on with his pitch and try to impress me with his knowledge of the car... he stated that the 2014 had 100 more horsepower than last years model...... The final sales price on all three cars was around 78k...due to them being limited editions..as stated by the "sales guy "....oh and all cars were equipped with Lo Jack as well... I questioned him about the 2014 being limited edition and he stated that was because they are SVT cars.... I told him I was just at another dealership and was told I could order a new 2014 and get it at MSRP...equipped the same, which was everything but the clear roof....guy did not bat an eye... Also told him that if I order a 70k car that I did not want it touched by anyone or dealer prepped...he said they have to prep all the cars as well as test drive them so they can make sure everything is tight, his own words.... He asked me what color I was looking for... I told him this color, mineral grey... of course it was the one with the cat prints on the hood.... The other colors were a white one and a silver one... The guy then asks me so what do ya think, you wanna work a deal on this one.... I walked away... Unfortunately, that's the rule, not the exception. My ideal car purchase is the one that I spend the least amount of time talking to sales guy possible. That's one reason I love Ford. Other than SVT vehicles, i can walk into just about any dealer, and all I need to know is -"will you honor X-plan"? If not, im out. I don't need to be told how good a car or truck is. If im there to buy it, chances are REALLY good i know more about it than anyone there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dufus Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Hi guys... This is my first post.. I just wanted to pass along my experience today while out looking at a 2014... I dropped by Friendly Ford in Las Vegas who happened to have 3 Shelby's in stock... They have two 2014 and one 2013... The 2013 was on the showroom floor and the others were out baking in the 115 degree Vegas sun and rainstorms and sandstorms, i even saw cat prints on the hood.... Needless to say I was surprised and I mentioned it to the sales guy who did not lift an eyebrow... So he proceeded to go on with his pitch and try to impress me with his knowledge of the car... he stated that the 2014 had 100 more horsepower than last years model...... The final sales price on all three cars was around 78k...due to them being limited editions..as stated by the "sales guy "....oh and all cars were equipped with Lo Jack as well... I questioned him about the 2014 being limited edition and he stated that was because they are SVT cars.... I told him I was just at another dealership and was told I could order a new 2014 and get it at MSRP...equipped the same, which was everything but the clear roof....guy did not bat an eye... Also told him that if I order a 70k car that I did not want it touched by anyone or dealer prepped...he said they have to prep all the cars as well as test drive them so they can make sure everything is tight, his own words.... He asked me what color I was looking for... I told him this color, mineral grey... of course it was the one with the cat prints on the hood.... The other colors were a white one and a silver one... The guy then asks me so what do ya think, you wanna work a deal on this one.... I walked away... You obviously have a mind of your own and did what was in your best interest. Most people who work for a car dealer are morons who can't cut it anywhere else other than possibly a fast food joint. Car dealers have a well earned, horrible reputation and stereotype. This starts from the owners of these places on down. Take a look at BBB ratings and frequencies of complaints and you will see what foul vermin these people really are. It is unfortunate that a guy willing to commit to a 60 or 70 thousand dollar purchase like yourself is subjected to that type of greaseball treatment. The "salesman" that wasted your time probably has a GED at best and very well could have been slingin' hash at Bobs Big Boy last week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnbleakleyford Posted July 14, 2013 Report Share Posted July 14, 2013 Congrats to those who have ordered, received, or own one of these awesome rides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnbleakleyford Posted July 14, 2013 Report Share Posted July 14, 2013 We have a Black GT500 coupe with 821A SVT Performance, Track Package, electronics package, and low gloss black stripes. 3 miles, available now for $64,425 outside of Atlanta. You can email me at viperjared@gmail.com with questions or if I can help in any way. I also know where a few 13s are available for good deals including a Red Coupe and Black Convertible that I am not selling but would be happy to pass along the info about. On a seperate note, I am sad to hear some of ya'lls experiences were so bad. Not surprised, but sad. Not all sales people are like Dufus described them as "horrible...foul vermin", but some do exist like that. Personally I have a degree and perfect 4.0 from an Ivy League school, graduated top my class from Medical Lab Technician school, was in the Army and Soldier of the year for my battalion and later my southeast region, was one of the youngest NCOIC ever in my medical field, etc. I can do just about anything (not bragging just stating facts and that I have the skills, knowledge, etc to work in many respectable fields) and I choose to sell cars because I enjoy the personal interaction, ability to help people, and variety that this business gives me including meeting/helping people from all over the world and the lifelong relationships and experiences I have gained from my global dealings. It is these same traits that drew/draws me to the medical field and plan on owning my own dealership or finish becoming a doctor in the future or possibly both. Enough about me though, this is about the GT500 and sharing information to help one another, I just wanted to share my personal information to hopefully show some that not all sales people are the same or just "GED having greaseballs". There are the good, the bad, and probably even the ugly just like the people in your respective fields or workplaces. Stepping off soap box now. Let me know if I can help anyone, give advice, or can find some info for ya'll.-Jared O'Brien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Back to " order processing" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnf Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Hi guys... This is my first post.. I just wanted to pass along my experience today while out looking at a 2014... I dropped by Friendly Ford in Las Vegas who happened to have 3 Shelby's in stock... They have two 2014 and one 2013... The 2013 was on the showroom floor and the others were out baking in the 115 degree Vegas sun and rainstorms and sandstorms, i even saw cat prints on the hood.... Needless to say I was surprised and I mentioned it to the sales guy who did not lift an eyebrow... So he proceeded to go on with his pitch and try to impress me with his knowledge of the car... he stated that the 2014 had 100 more horsepower than last years model...... The final sales price on all three cars was around 78k...due to them being limited editions..as stated by the "sales guy "....oh and all cars were equipped with Lo Jack as well... I questioned him about the 2014 being limited edition and he stated that was because they are SVT cars.... I told him I was just at another dealership and was told I could order a new 2014 and get it at MSRP...equipped the same, which was everything but the clear roof....guy did not bat an eye... Also told him that if I order a 70k car that I did not want it touched by anyone or dealer prepped...he said they have to prep all the cars as well as test drive them so they can make sure everything is tight, his own words.... He asked me what color I was looking for... I told him this color, mineral grey... of course it was the one with the cat prints on the hood.... The other colors were a white one and a silver one... The guy then asks me so what do ya think, you wanna work a deal on this one.... I walked away... Thus the reason they have 3 on the lot. I have a great relationship with their service department. The writer I deal with I have known for years, and he is a good friend of the owner. They actually service my work trucks and my GT 500. I just can't bring myself to purchase a vehicle from them. But it doesn't help that I have NO patience when it comes to a car salesman. Sorry, no offense to any of you guys on here, I just know what I want when I come in and it is not BS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted July 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2013 Still order processing.. No vin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murraymartini Posted July 26, 2013 Report Share Posted July 26, 2013 Same here, I asked the guy when I can expect something to happen and he told me to call back around 8/12. The wait continues... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted July 27, 2013 Report Share Posted July 27, 2013 I wouldn't get too worked up right now. The plant is shut down, and not expected to resume until 8-13. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpman Posted July 27, 2013 Report Share Posted July 27, 2013 Ordered mine on 7/13...was given a priority code 10, was told would be produced starting the week of August 12th....my thinking is I should receive by Sept 15-Sept 30 timeframe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted July 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2013 not worked up....just anxious....nothing wrong with that. 7/27/13*Order Processing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murraymartini Posted July 27, 2013 Report Share Posted July 27, 2013 Can I change the option on the order? After much research, I want to remove the Shaker Pro upgrade. Would it delay my order? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mash Posted July 28, 2013 Report Share Posted July 28, 2013 Can I change the option on the order? After much research, I want to remove the Shaker Pro upgrade. Would it delay my order? Not sure about that, but good call to delete it. Spend the $1000 on the aftermarket if you want to upgrade the stereo. You'll get better bang for your buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy49 Posted July 29, 2013 Report Share Posted July 29, 2013 Can I change the option on the order? After much research, I want to remove the Shaker Pro upgrade. Would it delay my order? You should be able to change anything, with the exception of body style, on your order up until the VIN is assigned, after that, it is a crap shoot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murraymartini Posted July 29, 2013 Report Share Posted July 29, 2013 Yea my salesman said it should be ok before VIN is available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murraymartini Posted August 2, 2013 Report Share Posted August 2, 2013 I got my VIN today with a build date of 8/19. This news made my day!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2013mshelbylasvegas Posted August 4, 2013 Report Share Posted August 4, 2013 My wife has always wanted a Shelby. I have admired them also and on Aug. 1, 2013 we went to a local dealership to look and test drive one. I knew they are a limited edition but was surprised to find out that the 14 positions open at the dealership to order one was already filled. There was a 2013 black one with black pin striping over the middle and had the Recaro seats we wanted. That is the one that my wife had been talking about and there it was on the lot. Since it was not possible to order one we decided to take this one as we would havbe lost out altogether. They are pricey but well worth it if one is a car person like we are. We had bought a 1968 Pontiac GTO in 1968 (new) and a few years ago it was stolen and trashed. It broke our hearts as we enjoyed taking it out and cruising. It was in very good shape too. It had the dual gate shifter but was an automatic. We still had the sports car in our blood and we are glad we decided to take the one that was on the lot that day. It is all about timing and we timed this just right. Unbelieveable the looks it gets. It has the SVT and is fully loaded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted August 4, 2013 Report Share Posted August 4, 2013 I knew they are a limited edition but was surprised to find out that the 14 positions open at the dealership to order one was already filled. There was a 2013 black one with black pin striping over the middle and had the Recaro seats we wanted. What dealership? Im surprised any dealer could possibly get 14 allocations. Also, black pin striping over the middle? Pin stripes? Or the standard stripes from the factory? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
critter737 Posted August 5, 2013 Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 If it helps, I ordered my 2014 on 6/28/13. I got the VIN from my Ford guy this morning, called the SVT number, and was given a build date of 8/22/13. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted August 5, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 ordered mine 5/30/13... called hour ago, still no VIN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osso12 Posted August 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 8/12/13* My Shelby is scheduled to be built Aug 28th..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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