Got Killed

oldman55 · 04-05-2007

Was driving driving home yesterday, when younger Kid in Mustag mach I pulled in front. We were in trffic about 90 MPH. Traffic cleared and both of us nailed it. Mustang pulled four cars when wifey told me to shut it down. I was very surprised at the power of the mustang. Don't know what would have happened on top end.

cyberdrakon · 04-05-2007

Mustangs are very cheap and easy to tune. did you hear a supercharger?

**Ynot** · 04-05-2007

It's always a mustang owner

It might be one of our very own, he was a 400 plus hp mustang.

RacerCub68 · 04-05-2007

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Originally Posted by oldman55

Was driving driving home yesterday, when younger Kid in Mustag mach I pulled in front. We were in trffic about 90 MPH. Traffic cleared and both of us nailed it. Mustang pulled four cars when wifey told me to shut it down. I was very surprised at the power of the mustang. Don't know what would have happened on top end.

I actually had the reverse. Pummled a guy with a new Saleen Mustang, the weird rear end with big spoiler and different taillights etc, all that crap. I trounced him to my genuine surprise. I'm good, but not THAT good!

When he came up to another light I was waiting at, I listened to it, it was a stock 6-cylinder, he just bought and put on all the body add-ons and graphics. It was a complete fake!

Hey, if you want to have fun, try this: The Mustang hormone test. When it's raining out and there's a Mustang in the left turning lane, and you're not, rev the engine up a couple of times. Then watch as he can barely make it through the turn.

**tungster** · 04-05-2007

Lol...........man I hate Mustangs!!!!

I'm a previous Camaro owner.....go figure!!!

**alroumi** · 04-05-2007

I love mustang's and Vettes, especialy the Z06 in Lemans Blue and the Shelby GT500 06+ stlye. Ive read that the GT500KR "King of the Road" is on the way packing a hefty 540hp. I think the only down fall is that its a Porker, weights alot and the Z06 with 507hp can kill it.

**tungster** · 04-05-2007

Thats part of why I can wait for my car to go into the shop in the next 1-2 weeks and get my NOS setup.

Those cars won't even be a thought if I could take them or not.

But you know what they say, "There is ALWAYS something faster than yours"

**alroumi** · 04-05-2007

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Originally Posted by tungster

Thats part of why I can wait for my car to go into the shop in the next 1-2 weeks and get my NOS setup.

Those cars won't even be a thought if I could take them or not.

But you know what they say, "There is ALWAYS something faster than yours"

True, I agree with "There is ALWAYS something faster than yours" as you state!

Baron7700 · 04-05-2007

im actually a fan of mustangs, especially the 60's. Not so much now, im weird with american muscle cars.

New mustangs are cool.
82-92 Camaros Are nice
Most 60 and 70's muscle cars.

**alroumi** · 04-05-2007

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Originally Posted by Baron7700

im actually a fan of mustangs, especially the 60's. Not so much now, im weird with american muscle cars.

New mustangs are cool.
82-92 Camaros Are nice
Most 60 and 70's muscle cars.

Same here, I like the 60's mustangs but too bad the Shelby Gt500 is very expensive if it was cheaper I would of gotten one for my selft, Hmm Camaro's didnt really like them but I think I am liking the new Convt and Coupe 2009 model that is supposed to be about soon I guess.

Baron7700 · 04-05-2007

im actually planning on doing an Eleanor Clone, or trying to start one, sometime in the near future...

**alroumi** · 04-05-2007

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Originally Posted by Baron7700

im actually planning on doing an Eleanor Clone, or trying to start one, sometime in the near future...

Good luck!

RacerCub68 · 04-05-2007

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Originally Posted by tungster

Lol...........man I hate Mustangs!!!!

I'm a previous Camaro owner.....go figure!!!

I had a 1986 Camaro I bought with 9,000 miles. An autocrosser bought it special order, it was a 2.8L V6 5-Speed with the Level 3 IROC suspension and brake package (and wheels) in Firemist on red cloth. It had A/C and a cassette, but otherwise weight savings was everywhere, crank windows, etc. Very well balanced compared to the V8 versions, but still undriveable on snow. Kinda loud because I think he removed all the sound deading. When it got to 24,000 miles I had to sell it. Things just started falling apart.

My mother had a 1970 BOSS 302 Mustang she was restoring. It was all done save for the paint job (not a body off restore, mind you) when on Holloween night (when we lived in Detroit) back in the early 80's, someone stole the tape deck out of it and thre a molitov cocktail in and burned it to the ground. She paid $200 for the car originally. Needless to say, she balled like a baby.

**alroumi** · 04-05-2007

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Originally Posted by RacerCub68

I had a 1986 Camaro I bought with 9,000 miles. An autocrosser bought it special order, it was a 2.8L V6 5-Speed with the Level 3 IROC suspension and brake package (and wheels) in Firemist on red cloth. It had A/C and a cassette, but otherwise weight savings was everywhere, crank windows, etc. Very well balanced compared to the V8 versions, but still undriveable on snow. Kinda loud because I think he removed all the sound deading. When it got to 24,000 miles I had to sell it. Things just started falling apart.

My mother had a 1970 BOSS 302 Mustang she was restoring. It was all done save for the paint job (not a body off restore, mind you) when on Holloween night (when we lived in Detroit) back in the early 80's, someone stole the tape deck out of it and thre a molitov cocktail in and burned it to the ground. She paid $200 for the car originally. Needless to say, she balled like a baby.

Sorry to hear about that. BOSS are soo in demand right now, It will continue to apperciate in Value. I always had a sweet spot for a 67-9 Red/Black Mach1

Its 2nd on my list of Muscle Cars after the GT500.

slktyperice · 04-05-2007

So how do SLK350's compare with the new Mustang GT? I tried dragging one at a red light and even with a good launch, it pulled away 2 car lengths from me.

oldman55 · 04-05-2007

Guys,

Thanks for feedback, to answer your questions and comments. yes Mustang was Cobra and more than likely supercharged. He downshifted and was running significant RPM's when we punched it. I left the trans in 7th gear and let the car downshift automatically. I could have done better if I was in 6th or 5th. I had wifey, full load of suitcses, etc.

**alroumi** · 04-06-2007

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Originally Posted by slktyperice

So how do SLK350's compare with the new Mustang GT? I tried dragging one at a red light and even with a good launch, it pulled away 2 car lengths from me.

I think with a Good launch the SLK might be 1/2 - 1 car behind but around 170ish kmh the SLK might outrun it. The American cars are all about torque and midrange power, the only exception are the Vipers and the Vette's.

Right now looks like the U.S manufacturers might consider conquering the tracks, I think racing from traffic light to another is

dangerous, If you want to show the other car(contender) your skills, show him what you would do at the track

N4PWJ · 04-06-2007

I am very unfamiliar with American muscle cars. ONly one i recognize that has been takled about is the shelby 500'KR'
That si the one they tested on Top Gear, and it came up it had less than 500bhp as claimed.

DesignoSLK · 04-06-2007

Long ago I had a few "wet dream" muscule cars...'74 Ford Grand Torino (351 Cleveland), '74 Dodge Challenger (small muscule 318), '68 RS Camaro (327) and a '68 convertible Dodge Magnum (440 w/ 6 pack). All were mint or near mint condition. It was nice to grow up with a Dad who owned a used car dealership.

Ahhh...those were the days.

RacerCub68 · 04-07-2007

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Originally Posted by slktyperice

So how do SLK350's compare with the new Mustang GT? I tried dragging one at a red light and even with a good launch, it pulled away 2 car lengths from me.

Depends. If you REV the SLK and get him excited, the GT will loose. That's because they still have live rear axels, and if the guy gives it to much peddle, the rear axle will hop (I remember that crap in my Camaro) and he'll have much less traction, giving you the edge to 30 MPH easily.

However, if you're not prepared, he'll kill you as the gobs of torque down low allow the Mustang to pick up her skirt (ie weight) early on and go. Most of the new Mustang V8's do better if they launch at 1,400 RPM or lower.

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oldman55 SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IL Vehicle: 06' SLK55 Posts: 12 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Got Killed Was driving driving home yesterday, when younger Kid in Mustag mach I pulled in front. We were in trffic about 90 MPH. Traffic cleared and both of us nailed it. Mustang pulled four cars when wifey told me to shut it down. I was very surprised at the power of the mustang. Don't know what would have happened on top end.
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tungster Founding Member / Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Rowlett, TX Vehicle: 2002 C2DSLK32K Posts: 225 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Lol...........man I hate Mustangs!!!! I'm a previous Camaro owner.....go figure!!! __________________ C2D 2002 SLK32K C2Design and Kleemann Modified 360.0 rwhp 349.8 rwtq Check My vBGarage for all Modifications

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alroumi Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait Vehicle: 2006 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG Other Toys: 2007 Ebony Jaguar XKR Coupe' and 06 Black Cayenne S Posts: 6,021 Country: Thanks: 229 Thanked 157 Times in 95 Posts	I love mustang's and Vettes, especialy the Z06 in Lemans Blue and the Shelby GT500 06+ stlye. Ive read that the GT500KR "King of the Road" is on the way packing a hefty 540hp. I think the only down fall is that its a Porker, weights alot and the Z06 with 507hp can kill it. __________________ 06 Kleemann Designo Mocha Black SLK55 AMG 06 Porsche Cayenne S 07 Jaguar XKR Coupe' I use the Torque and keep the HP for my Steak Sauce!

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tungster Founding Member / Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Rowlett, TX Vehicle: 2002 C2DSLK32K Posts: 225 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thats part of why I can wait for my car to go into the shop in the next 1-2 weeks and get my NOS setup. Those cars won't even be a thought if I could take them or not. But you know what they say, "There is ALWAYS something faster than yours" __________________ C2D 2002 SLK32K C2Design and Kleemann Modified 360.0 rwhp 349.8 rwtq Check My vBGarage for all Modifications

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cyberdrakon Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: SoCal, USA Vehicle: SLK55 2006 Other Toys: 560SEC 1990, CLK500 2005 Posts: 1,316 Country: Thanks: 15 Thanked 40 Times in 30 Posts	Mustangs are very cheap and easy to tune. did you hear a supercharger?

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Baron7700 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Pennyslvania Vehicle: 2006 Slk 350 Other Toys: Lots of ATV's Posts: 1,601 Country: Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	im actually a fan of mustangs, especially the 60's. Not so much now, im weird with american muscle cars. New mustangs are cool. 82-92 Camaros Are nice Most 60 and 70's muscle cars.

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Baron7700 Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Pennyslvania Vehicle: 2006 Slk 350 Other Toys: Lots of ATV's Posts: 1,601 Country: Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	im actually planning on doing an Eleanor Clone, or trying to start one, sometime in the near future...

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slktyperice Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 114 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	So how do SLK350's compare with the new Mustang GT? I tried dragging one at a red light and even with a good launch, it pulled away 2 car lengths from me.

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oldman55 SLK World Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IL Vehicle: 06' SLK55 Posts: 12 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Guys, Thanks for feedback, to answer your questions and comments. yes Mustang was Cobra and more than likely supercharged. He downshifted and was running significant RPM's when we punched it. I left the trans in 7th gear and let the car downshift automatically. I could have done better if I was in 6th or 5th. I had wifey, full load of suitcses, etc.

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N4PWJ Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Belfast,N.Ireland Vehicle: 2006,slk280,carlsson Other Toys: Caterham Posts: 1,414 Country: Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	I am very unfamiliar with American muscle cars. ONly one i recognize that has been takled about is the shelby 500'KR' That si the one they tested on Top Gear, and it came up it had less than 500bhp as claimed.

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DesignoSLK Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Vehicle: 2000 Designo SLK230 Posts: 1,639 Country: Thanks: 85 Thanked 17 Times in 12 Posts	Long ago I had a few "wet dream" muscule cars...'74 Ford Grand Torino (351 Cleveland), '74 Dodge Challenger (small muscule 318), '68 RS Camaro (327) and a '68 convertible Dodge Magnum (440 w/ 6 pack). All were mint or near mint condition. It was nice to grow up with a Dad who owned a used car dealership. Ahhh...those were the days.