I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

Mach1Madman · 06-19-2006, 07:12 PM

This weekend, one of my buddies bought a 01 Trans Am auto, bone stock with 16,000 miles. He came over and showed it off and said he wanted to hear the exhaust. Naturally, he asked me to take it out and see what I think. :THUMBSUP: He showed respect for the Mach as he said "it ain't as fast as the Mach but I'll try to make it faster".

Well, my opinion, for being bone stock with an auto and a heavy car, it really is pretty strong. Not nearly as much as the Mach 5 spd in stock form. I feel that the T/A cornered better and had less body roll than the Mach. However, you could definately feel the weight as it felt less nimble and agile as the Mach. In first gear from a roll it would only chirp the tires

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I told him to do some good bolt on mods, like full exhaust and induction and it would be completely different. Those LS1s definately respond better to mods than the Mach does. I am also trying to talk him into getting a Cam change also.

BTW, it is SUPER QUIET!

My conclusion, it is really cool but, it should have been a 6spd though. I still would have bought a Mach. :THUMBSUP:

Jester · 06-19-2006, 07:22 PM

Wow, an '01 with only 16k on the clock...

substanger · 06-19-2006, 07:25 PM

An '01 T/A with an automatic......it's a TURD! Don't get too excited! GM killed those cars for a reason!!

BluStang6 · 06-19-2006, 07:30 PM

My roomate has a 99 TA that used to be auto (we swapped it out for the 6 spd). its got over 100k mile on it and its still quite a beast. Did all the minor bolt ons plus new cams and springs. That thing is loud as balls! It can definitly take the Mach after all those mods but maybe that will change after the summer

instantmassege · 06-19-2006, 07:43 PM

I was going to buy it before the mach but the intirior looks and is way too cheap.

JusMachN · 06-19-2006, 09:21 PM

I just don't like the ride of em. My boss had one when I was on the A/C Carrier and it rode so dang rough. Anytime we had to go somewhere I offered to drive cause I did nto want the snot knocked out to my from his suspension. His car was a pretty strong runner though just did not care for the ride.

machowner · 06-19-2006, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by instantmassege

I was going to buy it before the mach but the intirior looks and is way too cheap.

I really like the T/A's exterior. The interior is cheap looking, especially the way the guages are layed out. They nice and can be really fast with some bolt ons. I would get one but I wouldn't trade the mach for one, no way. I wouldn't even trade a fox body for one.

M5Racing · 06-19-2006, 11:42 PM

i drove a 2002 T/A WS6 6spd a few days before the mach, and it was a nice running little car and to be completly honest it was a toss up but i just couldnt resist the Torch Red mach vs the white/tan T/a. wheither that made up my mind at the time i'm not sure. needless to say im happy though and i prefer Ford

Redline · 06-19-2006, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by substanger

An '01 T/A with an automatic......it's a TURD! Don't get too excited! GM killed those cars for a reason!!

LOL a turd??? Even with an auto its capable of beating a mach in the 1/4 and will more then likley beat it on the freeway. The automatic in those cars are very good trannys.

BTW the reason gm killed the fbod was finacial, the only thing wrong with the car was it wasnt selling.

machowner · 06-20-2006, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Redline

LOL a turd??? Even with an auto its capable of beating a mach in the 1/4 and will more then likley beat it on the freeway. The automatic in those cars are very good trannys.

I don't think this is completely accurate, I can take my buddies T/A from a stop, from a roll he is pretty fast will evently leave me the faster we go.

Redline · 06-20-2006, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by machowner

I don't think this is completely accurate, I can take my buddies T/A from a stop, from a roll he is pretty fast will evently leave me the faster we go.

I only said its "capable" of happening not "it will happen." Auto ls1s are almost as fast as the 6 spds. I actually have a pretty good understanding of ls1s cuz i hang out with a lot of people who build them.

white ghost · 06-20-2006, 01:03 AM

Hey, just tell your buddy to leave the factory exhaust on there. Add in a QTP electronic cutout, a lid, and a 150 shot and it will good for low 12's with good tires. Now if you Change out the Torque converter(3000rpm or higher) and he'll be good for mid to high 11's! Man those LS1's love some juice!!!!!

WS6 · 06-20-2006, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Mach1Marauder

I have a pretty good understanding of ls1s, cuz Louise spanks the people who build them. :PIMP:

Catman · 06-20-2006, 09:04 AM

Like others have said, I really like the looks but the interior is a little bit hurting, I just can't get over the in a bathtub feeling when you're in those cars. They def haul buns like a bread truck though.

The_Wretched · 06-20-2006, 11:01 AM

let's be honest and sincere. unbiased.... the LS1 is a better engine than our 4.6 DOHC. Oh my Gosh... did he just say.... YES I DID!!! It's stronger, more durable and has much more potential. N/A that engine is a monster. Stop hating. That car can and will beat a stock Mach. And throwing the mods game out there, I would still give the advantage to the LS1. Sorry... my bro has a 2002 Turbo Camaro SS... he owns Terminators. And all that at only boosting 11 lbs... puts down about 570rwhp. that is a beast.

Catman · 06-20-2006, 11:46 AM

Still looks like a catfish lol. jk

machowner · 06-20-2006, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Wretched

let's be honest and sincere. unbiased.... the LS1 is a better engine than our 4.6 DOHC. Oh my Gosh... did he just say.... YES I DID!!! It's stronger, more durable and has much more potential. N/A that engine is a monster. Stop hating. That car can and will beat a stock Mach. And throwing the mods game out there, I would still give the advantage to the LS1. Sorry... my bro has a 2002 Turbo Camaro SS... he owns Terminators. And all that at only boosting 11 lbs... puts down about 570rwhp. that is a beast.

Well I must have a factory freak because my mach is stock and he has a 6 speed T/A and I can take him from a stand still.

It is a good and durable engine, its been around for what 40 or so years. Like I siad I like the car and that includes its performance, it is on the same level as the Mach.

Jester · 06-20-2006, 12:39 PM

I've driven WS6's '01 and it pulls like a damned raped ape. A cam and full exhaust are a good thing for an LS1...

We'll see just how good it is in the fall

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ESR · 06-20-2006, 02:02 PM

lol okay I agree with the interior comment........Yeah our interiors are definitely lacking.......

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Originally Posted by Catman

Like others have said, I really like the looks but the interior is a little bit hurting, I just can't get over the in a bathtub feeling when you're in those cars. They def haul buns like a bread truck though.

machfelon · 06-20-2006, 02:11 PM

I liked the Camaro better than the firebird/transam for appearance...

Heres a picture of my stolen/wrecked firebird

IMachU · 06-20-2006, 02:23 PM

Crap! Man, that had to hurt. Looks like a nice Bird before the wreck. I must admit, it is a LOT harder to steal a Ford than a GM.

white ghost · 06-20-2006, 02:24 PM

One day I think people will finally start to understand, you don't have to compare cars to have fun. You bought what you bought for the reason you bought it, to have fun!!!!! But believe me I don't care who has what, This 4.6 dohc has 800 hp or this 5.7 ls1 has 900 hp. bottom line is that there will always be someone out there faster than you!!!!! the most money wins when you compare cars, best man(or woman) wins when you compare timeslips!!!!!

machowner · 06-20-2006, 02:54 PM

I think the one with the most money will win on timeslips too, that is until everything is pushed to the max performance wise, then the best driver (or the one with the most luck) will win.

Catman · 06-20-2006, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ESR

lol okay I agree with the interior comment........Yeah our interiors are definitely lacking.......

Yeah not that the Stang is worlds ahead or anything I guess I really just don't like the seating position or how it feels like your lookin over a deck of an aircraft carrier when you're behind the wheel. Then again sitting in a Mustang is like sitting on a McDonald's booster seat.

o3BlueMach1 · 06-20-2006, 03:54 PM

The only thing I don't like about F-bodys is how you sit in them and the interior, I hate to ghetto lean, and the interior is too plasticky.... I was seriously looking into GTO's before getting the Mach, because I am a big fan of Holdens, but they wanted too much money for them.... Hell, I got my mach for $19k with 18k miles from a dealership! GTO's were $25k+ , even 04's.....

06-19-2006, 07:12 PM	#1
Mach1Madman DILLIGAFF Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Central NY Posts: 921	I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend This weekend, one of my buddies bought a 01 Trans Am auto, bone stock with 16,000 miles. He came over and showed it off and said he wanted to hear the exhaust. Naturally, he asked me to take it out and see what I think. :THUMBSUP: He showed respect for the Mach as he said "it ain't as fast as the Mach but I'll try to make it faster". Well, my opinion, for being bone stock with an auto and a heavy car, it really is pretty strong. Not nearly as much as the Mach 5 spd in stock form. I feel that the T/A cornered better and had less body roll than the Mach. However, you could definately feel the weight as it felt less nimble and agile as the Mach. In first gear from a roll it would only chirp the tires . I told him to do some good bolt on mods, like full exhaust and induction and it would be completely different. Those LS1s definately respond better to mods than the Mach does. I am also trying to talk him into getting a Cam change also. BTW, it is SUPER QUIET! My conclusion, it is really cool but, it should have been a 6spd though. I still would have bought a Mach. :THUMBSUP: __________________ 2004 Screaming Yellow 5spd IUP Born 2/18/04 Pro 5.0 w/ Palm burning shifter ball K&N drop in Free Mods Bassani Catted X Dynomax Ultra Flo Red Line Water Wetter Meziere Electric Water Pump SCT Custom Tune

06-19-2006, 07:22 PM	#2
Jester Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Houston (Crosby), Texas Posts: 6,689	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend Wow, an '01 with only 16k on the clock... __________________ 2003 Dark Shadow Gray Mach 1 5.3L Stroker - FR500 Intake - Boss330 Heads 4.56 Gears - Kooks LTs - SCT Tune - Bassani X/Catback 2004 Silver Metallic Cobra 2.3 Whipple - 60lb injectors -Twin FGT Pumps 8 gauge/BAP/FPDM - JLT - Bassani Catted X / Catback - SCT PRP - 4# Lower - 3.50/3.00 Uppers - 19/24 PSI 2017 White Shelby F150 2.9L Whipple _______________

06-19-2006, 07:25 PM	#3
substanger MachJunkie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: KC area Posts: 2,251	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend An '01 T/A with an automatic......it's a TURD! Don't get too excited! GM killed those cars for a reason!! __________________ Past Mustang Ownership...'03 Mach 1 (Sold 11/07/06), '84 GT-5 speed-my first 'stang; '91 GT-5 speed; '70 M-code(351C) Mach 1; '95 Supercharged GT-S, 5 speed, totalled; '95 GT-S, 5 speed-replacement for totalled GT-S; '90 LX 5.0 5 speed; '89 LX 5.0 convertible 5 speed; '69 M-code(351W) Mach 1, 4 speed, A/C, fold down, slats, both spoilers; '90 LX 5.0 convertible.

06-19-2006, 07:30 PM	#4
BluStang6 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Denton, TX Posts: 448	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend My roomate has a 99 TA that used to be auto (we swapped it out for the 6 spd). its got over 100k mile on it and its still quite a beast. Did all the minor bolt ons plus new cams and springs. That thing is loud as balls! It can definitly take the Mach after all those mods but maybe that will change after the summer __________________ 03 azure blue Mach 1 5spd Show Mach 1 Headrests Mach 1 3rd rear taillight decal Black rear bumper inserts Mach 1 scuff plates Interior ID tag Window Tint MRT hood struts Go 310 hp 332 tq Tune by HPP Racing SLP Catback O/R Prochamber FRPP Alum Driveshaft MGW Short Throw Shifter PHP Intake Spacer C&L CAI 85mm MAF Full Length Subframes

06-19-2006, 07:43 PM	#5
instantmassege LS WHAT? Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Stoughton, MA Posts: 685	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend I was going to buy it before the mach but the intirior looks and is way too cheap.

06-19-2006, 09:21 PM	#6
JusMachN 2008 S281AF #9 of 24 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Honolulu, HI Posts: 1,659	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend I just don't like the ride of em. My boss had one when I was on the A/C Carrier and it rode so dang rough. Anytime we had to go somewhere I offered to drive cause I did nto want the snot knocked out to my from his suspension. His car was a pretty strong runner though just did not care for the ride.

06-19-2006, 11:42 PM	#8
M5Racing Guest Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 60	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend i drove a 2002 T/A WS6 6spd a few days before the mach, and it was a nice running little car and to be completly honest it was a toss up but i just couldnt resist the Torch Red mach vs the white/tan T/a. wheither that made up my mind at the time i'm not sure. needless to say im happy though and i prefer Ford

06-20-2006, 01:03 AM	#12
white ghost "ludicris speed" Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: georgia Posts: 1,133	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend Hey, just tell your buddy to leave the factory exhaust on there. Add in a QTP electronic cutout, a lid, and a 150 shot and it will good for low 12's with good tires. Now if you Change out the Torque converter(3000rpm or higher) and he'll be good for mid to high 11's! Man those LS1's love some juice!!!!! __________________ Well the Mach has gone on, But now the Mystic Beast is home!!!!

06-20-2006, 09:04 AM	#14
Catman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Adamstown, MD Posts: 1,072	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend Like others have said, I really like the looks but the interior is a little bit hurting, I just can't get over the in a bathtub feeling when you're in those cars. They def haul buns like a bread truck though. __________________ 2003 Oxford White MACh 1 -SOLD- -CNL CAI w/Trueflow Inlet Pipe -PHP Intake Spacer -Comp Cams (106400)/Springs/Steel Retainers -SLP LTs -SLP Catted Shorty X -Magnaflow Magnapack Catback -Diablo Predator w/ custom tune by JPC Racing -Steeda Tri-ax Last edited by Catman; 06-20-2006 at 03:39 PM.

06-20-2006, 11:01 AM	#15
The_Wretched Mach Fiend Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 622	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend let's be honest and sincere. unbiased.... the LS1 is a better engine than our 4.6 DOHC. Oh my Gosh... did he just say.... YES I DID!!! It's stronger, more durable and has much more potential. N/A that engine is a monster. Stop hating. That car can and will beat a stock Mach. And throwing the mods game out there, I would still give the advantage to the LS1. Sorry... my bro has a 2002 Turbo Camaro SS... he owns Terminators. And all that at only boosting 11 lbs... puts down about 570rwhp. that is a beast. __________________ "The road is an open field for the All-American Pony." 06 BLK GTO 6-speed 04 TR Mach 5-speed

06-20-2006, 11:46 AM	#16
Catman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Adamstown, MD Posts: 1,072	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend Still looks like a catfish lol. jk __________________ 2003 Oxford White MACh 1 -SOLD- -CNL CAI w/Trueflow Inlet Pipe -PHP Intake Spacer -Comp Cams (106400)/Springs/Steel Retainers -SLP LTs -SLP Catted Shorty X -Magnaflow Magnapack Catback -Diablo Predator w/ custom tune by JPC Racing -Steeda Tri-ax

06-20-2006, 12:39 PM	#18
Jester Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Houston (Crosby), Texas Posts: 6,689	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend I've driven WS6's '01 and it pulls like a damned raped ape. A cam and full exhaust are a good thing for an LS1... We'll see just how good it is in the fall .... __________________ 2003 Dark Shadow Gray Mach 1 5.3L Stroker - FR500 Intake - Boss330 Heads 4.56 Gears - Kooks LTs - SCT Tune - Bassani X/Catback 2004 Silver Metallic Cobra 2.3 Whipple - 60lb injectors -Twin FGT Pumps 8 gauge/BAP/FPDM - JLT - Bassani Catted X / Catback - SCT PRP - 4# Lower - 3.50/3.00 Uppers - 19/24 PSI 2017 White Shelby F150 2.9L Whipple _______________

06-20-2006, 02:11 PM	#20
machfelon Jersey's Phinest Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,557	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend I liked the Camaro better than the firebird/transam for appearance... Heres a picture of my stolen/wrecked firebird __________________ 2004 Mach 1 - Oxford White SOLD 2007 GT Premium, 5 Speed BestStang

06-20-2006, 02:23 PM	#21
IMachU Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: In My Import Posts: 4,714	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend Crap! Man, that had to hurt. Looks like a nice Bird before the wreck. I must admit, it is a LOT harder to steal a Ford than a GM. __________________ Machless.... 2003 DSG 5 speed IUP Born June 25, 2003 K&N Drop-in Filter, Magnapack Catback, MRT black chrome tips, MRT shifter 277.1 HP (321.4) 296.4 (343.8) TQ SAE (with 16% powertrain loss calculated, before mods), Sirius satellite radio, MGW black on black locking Bullitt fuel door, MGW goodies - sold on 7-19-07

06-20-2006, 02:24 PM	#22
white ghost "ludicris speed" Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: georgia Posts: 1,133	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend One day I think people will finally start to understand, you don't have to compare cars to have fun. You bought what you bought for the reason you bought it, to have fun!!!!! But believe me I don't care who has what, This 4.6 dohc has 800 hp or this 5.7 ls1 has 900 hp. bottom line is that there will always be someone out there faster than you!!!!! the most money wins when you compare cars, best man(or woman) wins when you compare timeslips!!!!! __________________ Well the Mach has gone on, But now the Mystic Beast is home!!!!

06-20-2006, 02:54 PM	#23
machowner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: TN Posts: 1,455	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend I think the one with the most money will win on timeslips too, that is until everything is pushed to the max performance wise, then the best driver (or the one with the most luck) will win. __________________ 2004 Azure Blue, 5sp. Build Date: 1/24/2004 Other: 2000 Lincoln LS V8, White Pearlescent Tri-Coat 1995 F-150 4x4, 5.0, duals, custom interior

06-20-2006, 03:54 PM	#25
o3BlueMach1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Fairfield, CA Posts: 510	Re: I drove my buddy's 01 T/A this weekend The only thing I don't like about F-bodys is how you sit in them and the interior, I hate to ghetto lean, and the interior is too plasticky.... I was seriously looking into GTO's before getting the Mach, because I am a big fan of Holdens, but they wanted too much money for them.... Hell, I got my mach for $19k with 18k miles from a dealership! GTO's were $25k+ , even 04's..... __________________ 2003 Azure Blue Mach 1 w/ IUP http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_zD6QnuMPE Joined the 12 Second Club on 5-15-08! JLT RAI, PHP Spacer Magnaflow Catback, SLP X-Pipe MGW Shifter, Centerforce Dual Friction, Fidanza Flywheel, Fiores Quadrant and Adjuster Nitto 315/35/17 DR's, 10th Ann. Cobra Wheels FRPP 4.10's, Strange 31 Spline Axles, Auburn ECTED Carrier SCT XCal2, Dyno Tune from AED. 302whp,326wtq Mods Coming Soon: Thinking about an Eaton Swap...

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