Thoughts on a cheap DD - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

Fastbandit99 · 05-22-2007, 08:11 PM

I've been thinking about getting a daily driver to save on gas and to put less miles on the mach.. I just don't want the econo box that everyone else has. I found this car local to me, what do you guys think?

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...ce=&cardist=25

24kmach · 05-22-2007, 08:32 PM

For a few thousand more you can buy a new Focus. They really have some good deals on them now. I would look into that .

Azure03 · 05-22-2007, 08:34 PM

I like it and say go for it. I also need to find a dd with gas going up and I'm putting to many miles on my car. Good luck.

mikeofwarr · 05-22-2007, 08:34 PM

Wow, according to the VIN it's an R code!

Fatstang · 05-22-2007, 08:46 PM

Heard those things handle better than a Vette, get it dude!

TEXASDSGMACH1 · 05-23-2007, 12:04 AM

If I was going to get a cheap DD then it would be a Ranger, not only do you get a DD that gets good mpg but you also have a truck when you need it.

atk#332 · 05-23-2007, 04:06 PM

pretty nice, could always get a minivan though, i hear those things scoot!!

32VALVR · 05-23-2007, 04:25 PM

I've driven those cars, very impressive for what they are. I say for a DD, go for it.

03AV8R · 05-23-2007, 04:32 PM

I have a 2002 Toyota Corolla 4-Sale that gets 41 MPG, has a 5-Speed & will go like 350,000 miles without breaking anything. Them Toyota's make the Ford's & Chevy's look really bad at the auctions, they really do..

Fly in 1-way & drive her home!

mach18604 · 05-23-2007, 04:49 PM

I agree.. get a new focus ( 100,000 Mile powertrain war)
I paid $14,000 out the door for the one I got. All power with heated seats and sunroof.. They only wanted $11,000 out the door for a bare bones one.. Find a lot that has a 06 leftover you should get about $6,000 rebate!

2003MachI · 05-23-2007, 04:53 PM

I got an S-10 I'm selling for 2500

HotRod · 05-23-2007, 05:24 PM

I have been thinking about looking into a used VW GTI TDI. They get 41-45mpg highway. Since its a diesel, it should last for a LONG time. May be something to check out.

65fastback2+2 · 05-23-2007, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by TEXASDSGMACH1

If I was going to get a cheap DD then it would be a Ranger, not only do you get a DD that gets good mpg but you also have a truck when you need it.

my buddy's 4 cylinder ranger gets 17mpg city...thats what i get in the mach

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Originally Posted by 03AV8R

I have a 2002 Toyota Corolla 4-Sale that gets 41 MPG, has a 5-Speed & will go like 350,000 miles without breaking anything. Them Toyota's make the Ford's & Chevy's look really bad at the auctions, they really do..

Fly in 1-way & drive her home!

but in 40 years....no one will care about the toyota at an auction....

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Originally Posted by HotRod

I have been thinking about looking into a used VW GTI TDI. They get 41-45mpg highway. Since its a diesel, it should last for a LONG time. May be something to check out.

with intakes and exhausts, theres quite a few 5spd diesel bugs getting 65 mpg... www.vwvortex.com

MattN03 · 05-23-2007, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TEXASDSGMACH1

If I was going to get a cheap DD then it would be a Ranger, not only do you get a DD that gets good mpg but you also have a truck when you need it.

That's what I have. My 97 4 cylinder/5 speed gets about 25 in the city & about 26-27 running 75MPH on the interstate.

MattN03 · 05-23-2007, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 65fastback2+2

my buddy's 4 cylinder ranger gets 17mpg city...thats what i get in the mach
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Even in the stop & go I deal with in the Memphis area, my worst city tank has been 23 MPG. He's redlining it every gear change or it needs a tune up IMO.

birdman941 · 05-23-2007, 06:25 PM

It says it gets 21 city and 25 highway.
My Mach:
20.5 city
29.9 highway

68newyorker · 05-23-2007, 07:47 PM

How does spending $7900 save you money

Drive the Mach. Best DD I can think of and I live where it is winter 11.5 months of the year

atk#332 · 05-23-2007, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 68newyorker

How does spending $7900 save you money

Drive the Mach. Best DD I can think of and I live where it is winter 11.5 months of the year

Those dirty things they call rock chips and the normal drag of parking in the back of a parking lot with no other cars around and you come out of the store find out heyyyy there's a nice little island of cars around yours and a nice new door ding from the careless who swing open their tanks doors

98StangRidah · 05-23-2007, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 68newyorker

How does spending $7900 save you money

best question yet

Fastbandit99 · 05-23-2007, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 68newyorker

How does spending $7900 save you money

Drive the Mach. Best DD I can think of and I live where it is winter 11.5 months of the year

It's not just to save money, As I posted I would like to keep some miles off the Mach and somethings I did not mention are, 1. sitting out in the FL sun every day at work is very hard on the paint. 2. My son will be driving in about a year and we will need a third vehicle.. SO don't be confused. I asked about a car not about what you think about my motivations.

I am still leaning toward a GSXR1000 and then I could be called FastGixxer, but this option is not pratical at all.

65fastback2+2 · 05-24-2007, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by atk#332

Those dirty things they call rock chips and the normal drag of parking in the back of a parking lot with no other cars around and you come out of the store find out heyyyy there's a nice little island of cars around yours and a nice new door ding from the careless who swing open their tanks doors

eh, ive never let other people keep me from driving my stangs....if i ever got to that point, i wouldnt even own one.

Aerowrench · 05-24-2007, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Mach1Marauder

Get a Pinto!

Haven't seen one in 20 years! They all rusted into dust. (along with Vegas)

Get a Fox Mustang 2.3 carburetted, gut it, mill the head and convert it to Propane. Screw the Oil co's!

03AV8R · 05-24-2007, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 65fastback2+2

but in 40 years....no one will care about the toyota at an auction....

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In 40 years the Toyota will still be running just as always & we'll be bitchin cause it has rust. :THUMBSUP:

FordMan · 05-24-2007, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by MattN03

Even in the stop & go I deal with in the Memphis area, my worst city tank has been 23 MPG. He's redlining it every gear change or it needs a tune up IMO.

+1

My bare bones 4-cylinder Ranger gets a minimum of 25 mpg, and cost about $12,500 new out the door. It's doing an excellent job of keeping miles off of the Mach 1, and is handy when a truck, albeit a small one, is needed to haul things that don't fit into a Mustang trunk or (gasp) back seat.

65fastback2+2 · 05-24-2007, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by 03AV8R

In 40 years the Toyota will still be running just as always & we'll be bitchin cause it has rust. :THUMBSUP:

well....it wont be my friends...lol...since his threw a rod at 170k miles

05-22-2007, 08:11 PM	#1
Fastbandit99 Back in Black Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lakeland, FL Posts: 1,070	Thoughts on a cheap DD I've been thinking about getting a daily driver to save on gas and to put less miles on the mach.. I just don't want the econo box that everyone else has. I found this car local to me, what do you guys think? http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...ce=&cardist=25 __________________ Banditman 03 Black Mach 1 5 spd, K&N FIPK2, PHP spacer, MRT Catted h pipe, Magnaflow catback.

05-22-2007, 08:32 PM	#2
24kmach My First Mach, Jan. 1969 Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 13,070	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD For a few thousand more you can buy a new Focus. They really have some good deals on them now. I would look into that . __________________ I couldn't repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder. Mach 1 owner since January 1969. First ride in a P51D August 28,2010. Member Based in Kent, Washington, Pacific Cascade Mustang Club is the only original Mustang club in the Puget Sound Area and according to Mustang Club of America, we are the oldest in the nation.

05-22-2007, 08:34 PM	#4
mikeofwarr AKA: Rare Pony & Ole Pony Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Warrenton, VA Posts: 1,304	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD Wow, according to the VIN it's an R code! __________________ MCA Member 61444 AKA: OLE PONY & RARE PONY Currently our garage/driveway includes the following: 1973 Mustang Convert - I Bought in 1974 - Still have it! 2004 Mach 1 Oxford White Auto - Born on March 24th, 2004 - Still have it! 2004 Mach 1 Azure Blue Auto - My stepsons, sold April 2016 2001 Mustang Bullitt - Dark Highland Green , My Sons, Bought It Sept 29th, 07

05-22-2007, 08:46 PM	#5
Fatstang Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northeast, IL Posts: 161	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD Heard those things handle better than a Vette, get it dude!

05-23-2007, 12:04 AM	#6
TEXASDSGMACH1 LS WHO? Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midland, Texas Posts: 1,075	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD If I was going to get a cheap DD then it would be a Ranger, not only do you get a DD that gets good mpg but you also have a truck when you need it. __________________ 2011 F250 69 Camaro 406 SBC 01 GT 00 GT with a 4v Sold, but still in the family 03 DSG Mach The man who trades freedom for security does not deserve nor will he ever receive either.

05-22-2007, 08:34 PM	#3
Azure03 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: portsmouth, OH Posts: 99	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD I like it and say go for it. I also need to find a dd with gas going up and I'm putting to many miles on my car. Good luck. __________________ 2003 Azure Mach 1 - Totaled 5-speed / IUP - :THUMBSUP: JLT Cold Air Flowmaster American Thunder catback mac o/r prochamber 4.10 gear Coming Soon.... LaSota Racing Tune MGW Shifter

05-23-2007, 04:06 PM	#7
atk#332 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: montana/iowa Posts: 107	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD pretty nice, could always get a minivan though, i hear those things scoot!! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] 2002 saleen s281 #332 - totalled - hail/tree damage 2004 mach 1 competition orange- sold

05-23-2007, 04:25 PM	#8
32VALVR Registered Mach Abuser Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,695	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD I've driven those cars, very impressive for what they are. I say for a DD, go for it. __________________ 04 O/W 5sp with Kenne Bell 2.1 intercooled kit@ 10lbs.

05-23-2007, 04:32 PM	#9
03AV8R Terrible Dyno Car! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Epping, NH Posts: 6,666	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD I have a 2002 Toyota Corolla 4-Sale that gets 41 MPG, has a 5-Speed & will go like 350,000 miles without breaking anything. Them Toyota's make the Ford's & Chevy's look really bad at the auctions, they really do.. Fly in 1-way & drive her home! __________________ 2003 Mach1 4-Speed Stick Axles of Evil Racing Bolt-On's All the good ones :PIMP: running 11.17's N/A on the stock factory motor. Results Best 1/4 mile 11.174 (Slicks) 11.2's (Quick TP's) 12.072 (17" Street Stocker wheels & tires) Best MPH 119.22 Best 60' 1.474 (With ET Drags) 1.51 (Quick TP's) 1.8's (17" stockers)

05-23-2007, 04:49 PM	#10
mach18604 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lyndhurst, Ohio Posts: 2,287	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD I agree.. get a new focus ( 100,000 Mile powertrain war) I paid $14,000 out the door for the one I got. All power with heated seats and sunroof.. They only wanted $11,000 out the door for a bare bones one.. Find a lot that has a 06 leftover you should get about $6,000 rebate!

05-23-2007, 04:53 PM	#11
2003MachI Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston Posts: 332	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD I got an S-10 I'm selling for 2500 Last edited by 2003MachI; 05-24-2007 at 08:47 AM.

05-23-2007, 05:24 PM	#12
HotRod I Love Being Blown! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Orlando, Fl. USA! Posts: 1,567	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD I have been thinking about looking into a used VW GTI TDI. They get 41-45mpg highway. Since its a diesel, it should last for a LONG time. May be something to check out. __________________ Rod K. '04 Ram 2500 Q/C 4x4 CTD

05-23-2007, 06:25 PM	#16
birdman941 Torque wins! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 13,167	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD It says it gets 21 city and 25 highway. My Mach: 20.5 city 29.9 highway __________________ The ORIGINAL Project R build thread is back ! 5.4 32V NA Streetable 404/387 26.56 MPG "I don't like repeat offenders, I like DEAD offenders" Ted Nugent "A big engine hardly working is more efficient than a little engine screaming its head off" Jay Leno

05-23-2007, 07:47 PM	#17
68newyorker Guest Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 267	Re: Thoughts on a cheap DD How does spending $7900 save you money Drive the Mach. Best DD I can think of and I live where it is winter 11.5 months of the year

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