2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club  


Go Back   2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club > General Discussions > General Registry Discussion

General Registry Discussion Topics of Interest (Mach 1 Related or otherwise) for discussions that don't fit other forums.

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 06-17-2020, 05:46 PM   #1
Tony Alonso
Mustang Enthusiast
 
Tony Alonso's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Posts: 5,509
There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

I really like the 2021 model. I currently have an '03 black, non-IUP, manual car that I bought to replace my original '03 azure blue, IUP, manual one. Side note - I am in touch with the owner of my blue '03, so maybe someday it will come back to me.

I've been a fan and owner of the current generation Mustang since 2014, when I got a 2015 GT. In 2018, I traded it for a 2019 Bullitt. The S550 is a heck of a car.

I have followed the rumors of an S550 Mach 1 for a long time. After it was fully introduced this week, I was not missing a shaker or disappointed with the engine output. I know this is a different interpretation. However, seeing what Ford put into the car to make a legacy of speed in keeping with "Mach", I decided if the stars (and my bank account align), I would get one.

Some things I like about the newest Mach -
1) Tremec manual
2) automatic option available (of course)
3) Fighter Jet Gray color
4) orange stripe highlights and Brembo brake calipers
5) cloth seat availability
6) technology adapted from the GT350 and GT500
7) additional handling capability for track rats
8) global audience
9) base platform's inherent handling capability
10) the fact we are still getting a V8 engine in these days of battery tech

I am eager to see the order guide because I am strongly considering a base Mach 1 with the Appearance Package (Fighter Jet Gray, orange strip accents, orange Brembos) with an automatic transmission.

All of my other Mustangs are manuals, but back when the '03-'04s came out, I remember hearing about the appeal of the automatic and it being part of the Mach 1 heritage.

This thread will serve as my accountability statement to see if I really do it. Hahaha!
__________________
Tony Alonso
'03 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Coupe
Black (code UA) w/o IUP, 5-speed
VIN 388409, Built ??/??/????
Delivered 7/12/2019 w/122,696 miles
Tony Alonso is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-17-2020, 05:49 PM   #2
Tony Alonso
Mustang Enthusiast
 
Tony Alonso's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Posts: 5,509
Re: There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

I liked this article. Nick Terzes, who worked on the '03-'04s and on the new one, was quoted in it.

https://www.fordmuscle.com/features/...elby-handling/
__________________
Tony Alonso
'03 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Coupe
Black (code UA) w/o IUP, 5-speed
VIN 388409, Built ??/??/????
Delivered 7/12/2019 w/122,696 miles
Tony Alonso is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-17-2020, 05:59 PM   #3
jbrad88
Original Owner
 
jbrad88's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Houston, Texas
Posts: 5,172
Re: There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

Tony,

No worries here. I think it will be a solid car when you look at all those things in the +++ column.

The more I read over the specs and reason out some of Ford's decisions I can understand why the power is not where it should be (imho), why they did not go with the Shaker etc...

I have listened to a few videos of hard core haters of this car, how Ford did us all wrong by building an underwhelming car vs. what they could have built, to the ones who are already drooling to get one.

It will still be a Mach 1. Like our 03-04 cars it takes a lot from the bullitts.
It will be a parts bin car, but that's okay as long as the parts are legit...Like our cars.

Having driven the pp1 for a year I can tell you how amazed I am with the car. it is just more capable then I could have hoped.

The New Mach will be all that my PP1 is and more. And that's a good thing.

I will get over my disappointment on the engine choice...

And since I read it will not be limited in production, it could be around a few years...I don't know. Not ruling it out...but...price will dictate a lot...

I hope you do get yours and enjoy the heck out of it...and I hope you are not going to have to sacrifice any of the others to get it...
__________________
JB

03 Torch Red Mach 1
21 FJG Mach 1


Stainless Steel Systems Adrenaline Series
BBK long tube headers catted x pipe
18x9 18x10- Solid Gloss Black FR5's
Nitto 555 g2 275/35r18's 285/35r18
MGW Shifter With Mach1 Shift Knob
4.10's & 31 spline Mosers and 31 Spline Posi
Steeda Sport Springs Tokiko Illuminas
J@M weight Jacker LCA's
J@M Rear UCA's
J@M Braided steel brake lines
Eibach Sway Bars
jbrad88 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-19-2020, 01:28 PM   #4
ab_mach1
Lorraine's driver
 
ab_mach1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Posts: 2,442
Re: There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

There's no doubt this will be a great Mustang. I love the suspension additions. Originally, I kinda wanted Ford to go for more of a straight line or drag racing inspired Mustang, but I think all that is unpopular nowadays. I actually like the way the hood looks. I was hoping for a 71-73 Mach look. My only concern was that I don't like fake scoops or vents, so I'm really hoping they are working vents on this hood. I'm still not sure if I'm a fan of the wheels yet, but there's plenty of time yet before we can actually see them. I think I would go for the 10spd auto too. I really like how great it is and my wife would be able to drive it LOL. I must say, depending on the price, I would like go for a used GT350. I really hope you can get one in your stable, Tony!
__________________
  • Instagram: @azurblumach1
  • SCT X3 with LaSota Racing tune
  • Borla Stingers w/JBA off road H pipe
  • MGW short shifter w/comfort handle
  • Eibach Sportlines w/Koni STR.T's and Maximum Motorsports CC plates
ab_mach1 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-20-2020, 04:18 AM   #5
muzman
Mach 1 enthusiast
 
muzman's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Auckland New Zealand
Posts: 1,540
Re: There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

Tony, my choice for a 2021 Mach 1 would be fighter jet grey with both handling and appearance package upgrades, looks a mean beast.
__________________
muzman,Red 03 Mach1,5 speed IUP,Born: 14 May 2003, K&N Drop In Air filter, Mach1Canuck Special IAC restrictor plate, Black Bumper mustang letters, MRT H Pipe and magnaflow cat back,
MRT Chrome exhaust extensions,Mach 1 Floor Matts, bought new 2003 first registered for road use in 2010.
___________________
1969 351w 4v Mach 1, Red, 4 speed toploader
SOLD Feb 2007

2000GT Red , Auto Right Hand Drive sold 2004.
muzman is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-24-2020, 02:25 PM   #6
03BumbleBee
Registered User
 
03BumbleBee's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: SunRiver Ca.
Posts: 3,293
Re: There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

I am sure it will be great, but prices are just stupid anymore. You can pay more for options now than cars use to cost.
__________________
If we were all ugly, then we would all be good looking!

Welcome to the Mach 1 Cafe!
"Today's Special..Smoked Honda"
Finally a member of 10,000 mile club!
03BumbleBee is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-24-2020, 10:12 PM   #7
Recon
Registered User
 
Recon's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: Hopinsville
Posts: 163
There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

I bet it would be a good looking car. The Mach 1 is my S550 now, if I ever got one. Looks great, and I’m sure it’d be a very good performer.


Pick your poison.
Recon is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 07-26-2020, 08:29 PM   #8
bris09
Registered User
 
bris09's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Middletown, PA
Posts: 3,991
Re: There is a Strong Possibility That I Will Be Starting a Mach 1 Collection

Thought I heard the Fighter Jet Gray was not an option on the base model.
__________________
Brian
04 Azure Mach 1
Mods:
Enough to not be the slowest, but nowhere near enough to be the fastest.

17 Fusion Sport
Now faster than the Mach

96 Laser Red Cobra Vert
For those days you just wanna cruise with the top down

89 Shelby CSX
Still rocking the VNT and Fiberides.
bris09 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:12 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
(c) 2002-2013 Mach1Registry.com

<