My how the auto industry has changed - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

rsnider · 08-09-2017, 07:34 PM

When I purchased the Mach in 2003 I thought it was pretty bad ***. There were a few other cars that were close... but it was near the top anyway.
Holy Cow! Now the tin can grocery getters have 300hp. Of course they are not as much fun or handle as well, but you gotta give the manufactures cudo's for getting hp out of some small engines.
If we wanted to even be in the same class with the likes of the 1LE Camaro or one of the new Mustang variants you'd have to put a Hasse monster motor under the shaker.
Time marches on. I just wish my checking account could keep up.

Dollarbill · 08-09-2017, 08:39 PM

Yea no doubt the horsepower race is back on for sure. But you need about $40k to get most of the goodies!

falcongtho3 · 08-09-2017, 09:01 PM

They have to keep adding power to keep up with the growing weight. No matter how many times I say it, I enjoy my Mach 1 still and more than the Boss 302 with its 130 hp advantage.

03BumbleBee · 08-09-2017, 09:02 PM

Found out a long time ago, that no matter how much time and money you spend on your car, there will always be someone faster and better. Love our Mach for what it is, it puts a smile on our faces every time we take it out. As far as the new Mustangs go, sure they are fantastic. But look how stupid the prices of cars have become, 800-900 a month car payments----Insane.

jbrad88 · 08-10-2017, 12:40 AM

It is a great time we live in. A lot of very fast cars out there, factory stock.

This car is just something special. We were down on HP to our Terminator brothers/sisters when we were new. most of us did not buy this car because it was the fastest...it was because it is a Mach1...

I am enjoying the car more and more the longer i have it...especially since i have a new seat belt on the driver side...so nice to have one retract again

Mike03Mach · 08-10-2017, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by jbrad88

It is a great time we live in. A lot of very fast cars out there, factory stock.

This car is just something special. We were down on HP to our Terminator brothers/sisters when we were new. most of us did not buy this car because it was the fastest...it was because it is a Mach1...

I am enjoying the car more and more the longer i have it...especially since i have a new seat belt on the driver side...so nice to have one retract again

I need 2 new seat belts and I love driving my Mach.

RLWPA · 08-10-2017, 08:44 AM

Seatbelt not retracting is annoying...are they available from Ford, or...

73mach03 · 08-10-2017, 06:38 PM

Back when I was young, I would have been lusting after the newer and faster cars. Now, I just enjoy the awesome overall experience of driving around in my Mach 1. But yes, the horsepower has gotten insane. Not that I would ever really be able to use it anyway.

Derk · 08-10-2017, 07:39 PM

The one good thing about new cars, when calipers aren't releasing, something drains your battery as soon as you turn the car off, the revs jump between shifts or climb while idling...you just drop it off at the dealer and tell them to fix the thing!

01yellerCobra · 10-06-2017, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Thunderbolt

My truck has more power than my Mach. It's got 395hp/410tq. Sorry Ford, you lost me when your trucks went to only V-6's and an aluminum body.

Huh? You can still get the 5.0 V8 in the F150. They're just pushing the Ecoboost because it's the "latest and greatest".

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Thunderbolt · 10-07-2017, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by 01yellerCobra

Huh? You can still get the 5.0 V8 in the F150. They're just pushing the Ecoboost because it's the "latest and greatest".

I looked the engine line-up online and they didn't mention a V-8 at all. Only the Eco-boost, even in the Raptor. I remember only seeing one 2017 F-150 with the 5.0 in all the Ford lots around here. That's ridiculous. Great thing about Dodge is wall to wall V-8's in every bodystyle they have.

03BumbleBee · 10-08-2017, 01:51 PM

http://www.mustang6g.com/wp-content/...er-657x360.jpg

Thunderbolt · 10-08-2017, 11:36 PM

If anyone is surprised a special production Mustang would be $55K-$60K then you've been living in a closet. That's why they're only selling a few thousand at most in a production year. With most jobs now not paying squat, or getting penny raises each year, the '03-'04 Mach/Cobra was the last best buy ever.

03BumbleBee · 10-10-2017, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Thunderbolt

If anyone is surprised a special production Mustang would be $55K-$60K then you've been living in a closet. That's why they're only selling a few thousand at most in a production year. With most jobs now not paying squat, or getting penny raises each year, the '03-'04 Mach/Cobra was the last best buy ever.

I have been saying your thoughts for years now, totally out of reach to the average buyer.

XSELLR8 · 10-14-2017, 12:58 PM

I've thought a lot about this lately as well. I remember my brother and myself rolling around as 16 year olds with 150HP V6 Mustangs beating up on 90 HP hondas. A 300HP 96 Cobra or 320HP 2001 Cobra was mind blowing. I drove my uncle's 01 Cobra at that time and it blurred my vision and wrapped out to 6800 rpm (compared to my V6's 4850 redline). Now my 600 rwhp Cobra is among some of the normal cars these days lol. Makes it nice for the new generation lol.

TKat13 · 10-09-2017, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 01yellerCobra

Huh? You can still get the 5.0 V8 in the F150. They're just pushing the Ecoboost because it's the "latest and greatest".

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Yes you can, even with the new 10 speed auto. Not sure why more people do not go this route; you only save 1-2 mpg with the ecoboost. I think the 5.0 is an 1,800 upgrade.

08-09-2017, 07:34 PM	#1
rsnider Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,336	My how the auto industry has changed When I purchased the Mach in 2003 I thought it was pretty bad ***. There were a few other cars that were close... but it was near the top anyway. Holy Cow! Now the tin can grocery getters have 300hp. Of course they are not as much fun or handle as well, but you gotta give the manufactures cudo's for getting hp out of some small engines. If we wanted to even be in the same class with the likes of the 1LE Camaro or one of the new Mustang variants you'd have to put a Hasse monster motor under the shaker. Time marches on. I just wish my checking account could keep up.

08-09-2017, 08:39 PM	#2
Dollarbill Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Decatur, Il Posts: 30	Re: My how the auto industry has changed Yea no doubt the horsepower race is back on for sure. But you need about $40k to get most of the goodies! __________________ 03 Black beauty 5sp. MGW shifter, JLT ram air, intake spacer, MAC 3” catback, BBK o/r X, Bama tune 92 gt auto, hopefully turbo some day... 2018 f150 sc, 3.5 eco, 10 sp., Guard green

08-09-2017, 09:01 PM	#3
falcongtho3 Moderating at Mach 1 Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Baton Rouge, La. Posts: 16,270	Re: My how the auto industry has changed They have to keep adding power to keep up with the growing weight. No matter how many times I say it, I enjoy my Mach 1 still and more than the Boss 302 with its 130 hp advantage. __________________ Krewe de la Mach Rouge #340804 13th Mach 1 built 11/07/02 Build Date 12/13/02 Delivery

08-09-2017, 09:02 PM	#4
03BumbleBee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SunRiver Ca. Posts: 3,293	Re: My how the auto industry has changed Found out a long time ago, that no matter how much time and money you spend on your car, there will always be someone faster and better. Love our Mach for what it is, it puts a smile on our faces every time we take it out. As far as the new Mustangs go, sure they are fantastic. But look how stupid the prices of cars have become, 800-900 a month car payments----Insane. __________________ 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!

08-10-2017, 12:40 AM	#5
jbrad88 Original Owner Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 5,172	Re: My how the auto industry has changed It is a great time we live in. A lot of very fast cars out there, factory stock. This car is just something special. We were down on HP to our Terminator brothers/sisters when we were new. most of us did not buy this car because it was the fastest...it was because it is a Mach1... I am enjoying the car more and more the longer i have it...especially since i have a new seat belt on the driver side...so nice to have one retract again __________________ 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

08-10-2017, 08:44 AM	#7
RLWPA Guest Join Date: May 2016 Location: Gettysburg, PA Posts: 51	Re: My how the auto industry has changed Seatbelt not retracting is annoying...are they available from Ford, or...

08-10-2017, 06:38 PM	#8
73mach03 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: HP, NY Posts: 1,720	Re: My how the auto industry has changed Back when I was young, I would have been lusting after the newer and faster cars. Now, I just enjoy the awesome overall experience of driving around in my Mach 1. But yes, the horsepower has gotten insane. Not that I would ever really be able to use it anyway. __________________ 2003 Zinc Yellow Mach 1, M5, Bassani Catback 2016 White Subaru WRX, Borla S-Type Catback Red Sox, Raiders, and Electric Guitars

08-10-2017, 07:39 PM	#9
Derk Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tuscumbia, Alabama Posts: 197	Re: My how the auto industry has changed The one good thing about new cars, when calipers aren't releasing, something drains your battery as soon as you turn the car off, the revs jump between shifts or climb while idling...you just drop it off at the dealer and tell them to fix the thing! __________________ Derick McCormick Torch Red 2003 Mach 1 - Sold Torch Red 2003 Mach 1 - I'm back for more 1986 T-Top 5.0

10-08-2017, 01:51 PM	#12
03BumbleBee Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SunRiver Ca. Posts: 3,293	Re: My how the auto industry has changed http://www.mustang6g.com/wp-content/...er-657x360.jpg __________________ 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!

10-08-2017, 11:36 PM	#13
Thunderbolt And Leadfoot Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Easy Street Posts: 6,465	Re: My how the auto industry has changed If anyone is surprised a special production Mustang would be $55K-$60K then you've been living in a closet. That's why they're only selling a few thousand at most in a production year. With most jobs now not paying squat, or getting penny raises each year, the '03-'04 Mach/Cobra was the last best buy ever. __________________ '23 Fighter Jet Gray Mach 1 (Automatic, 470hp/410tq) '04 Azure Blue Mach 1 (5Spd., 305hp/320tq) '17 Blue Streak Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4X4 (Automatic, 395hp/410tq) I'm livin' the Office Space dream. I'm retired, and sit on my azz and do nothing. Every now and then, say What The F*. What The F*, gives you freedom. With freedom comes opportunity. Opportunity, makes your future. If you can't say it.......you can't do it.----Miles

10-14-2017, 12:58 PM	#15
XSELLR8 Mach-o-holic Join Date: May 2010 Location: La La Land Posts: 1,276	Re: My how the auto industry has changed I've thought a lot about this lately as well. I remember my brother and myself rolling around as 16 year olds with 150HP V6 Mustangs beating up on 90 HP hondas. A 300HP 96 Cobra or 320HP 2001 Cobra was mind blowing. I drove my uncle's 01 Cobra at that time and it blurred my vision and wrapped out to 6800 rpm (compared to my V6's 4850 redline). Now my 600 rwhp Cobra is among some of the normal cars these days lol. Makes it nice for the new generation lol. __________________ 2003 Mach 1 TR 5 Speed IUP Bolt ons: You name it! 4.10s too 2004 Cobra Screaming Yellow 2.3L Whipple Gear install vid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJrAIDCpbDI Clutch Replacement Vid http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFr0Rur_EWc Wideband Install Vid http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmL1KBmWyhg

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