On the fence about selling the Mach.. - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

mach18604 · 03-30-2016, 03:46 PM

I keep struggleing on if I should sell my White 04 5spd Mach..

Will they be worth any big $$ down the road?? or just a slight amout more then a GT..?

I love the car.. but I want something faster. Id like to get a 13-14 GT500 in a few years.. I know there is a few members on here that have moved on, what do you guys think?

agh im just torn!

DSG2003Mach1 · 03-30-2016, 04:20 PM

I could see a mint/kept in a bubble Mach1 possibly being worth something many decades from now but youd have probably spent as much to keep it from rotting away during that time as youd make on it.

Personally I dont see keeping one as an "investment"

Thunderbolt · 03-30-2016, 05:02 PM

The only american cars making any money right now are all 45+ years old. Nothing from the mid-70's on is worth squat. Maybe your great-grandson will make out good.

SLO-RIDE · 03-30-2016, 05:34 PM

I'm from the other side of the coin. I see the Mach as a car that is done depreciating and is not a car you'd see every day. A GT 500 will lose value in the first few years, and that's not any more of an investment than a Mach 1. I'm still just a bit partial to the Mach 1, and I feel from an investment point the Mach 1 is going to hold it's current value more than a GT 500. No matter what car it seems to be, it has to be older to start increasing the value. Your half way there, why start over?

not a gt · 03-30-2016, 05:45 PM

Get off the fence and keep it please

ASH302 · 03-30-2016, 06:11 PM

I for one miss my mach, but do understand where you are coming from, do I think the mach's will be worth a ton of money down the road, not for what people think or those that never drove them thinking they were going to get big money out of them.
why not gain some power to the mach if you want to go faster?
or keep the mach and get a new 5.0, which already has some good n/a power?

ASh

Hpstang · 03-30-2016, 07:55 PM

I wouldn't do it. Every one that sells there Mach from what I read wish they still had it. I don't care what it's worth on paper. To me it's worth keeping

VA-Mach1 · 03-30-2016, 08:04 PM

Anyone who spends money on a car as a "investment" has a poor financial advisor.

If you love it keep it. If you like something better sell it. Cars are always a loss of money. Even if you get what you paid as sticker price you still lost what you paid out in taxes, insurance, and maintenance. Sorry to be a downer. I just never like to use the words car, and investment together.

Thunderbolt · 03-30-2016, 08:21 PM

The only Mustang I see myself buying next is a '13 Boss 302. When that time comes, I'll drop the Mach like a hot potato. No regrets here. Never understood that anyway. Crap or get off the pot.

03Shadow Grey · 03-30-2016, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Hpstang

I wouldn't do it. Every one that sells there Mach from what I read wish they still had it. I don't care what it's worth on paper. To me it's worth keeping

What he said !

Derk · 03-30-2016, 08:34 PM

I might just be sentimental, but I sold the 03 Mach I bought brand new in late 2006. In 2013 I drove about 1000 miles round trip to buy another that looked almost identical and optioned the same as the one I sold.

To me, the 4v 4.6 just sounds a little better than the Yotes and a lot better than the LS series of cars. And with an 01 Cobra front fascia, 03 Cobra rear fascia and side skirts, it's still one of the best looking cars on the road.

Yea, the performance isn't as good and the interior isn't as nice, but that's just how I feel about the matter.

Mach351 · 03-30-2016, 08:40 PM

Is it "adult driven"?

ShkeRttlNroll · 03-30-2016, 09:45 PM

Ive been in the same boat but decided to keep the Mach. 2 simple reasons, Im not paying for another car I barely drive and I still enjoy the unique factor . Faster is always cool but gotta ask yourself would you really drive a coyote any different then the Mach? For me I would be spending an extra 10 grand just to tell people I now have more HP. However if its something that will really make you happy then I say sell it ASAP and get what you enjoy!

TKat13 · 03-30-2016, 09:55 PM

I like the GT500s and think they will retain more money than a Mach; but you will be spending more to get it so end the end you will net the same. Realizing an investment would be so far down the road that you will not enjoy the profit.

Buy what you want to drive, period. If it is paid for, have both.

I say go drive one and then decide. You may fall in love or not. I suspect you will fall in love.

73mach03 · 03-30-2016, 10:03 PM

I wouldn't hold into it merely in the hope that it will be a good investment well down the line. Keeping it because it has a great combination of visual punch, sweet sound, very good performance, and high fun factor are good reasons though.

If any of those factors are losing their luster or you just need something different, then maybe it is time to move on. Time will tell if you regret it, but sometimes you have to take the plunge. You never know. You might find something that hits all the right buttons and is well worth the change.

Or you might realize that the Mach 1 was a keeper after all.

I know when I bought my used Mach 1 in 2009, I heard that the previous owner regretted it. Seems like that happens a lot with these cars. Either way. Good luck.

311-420 · 03-31-2016, 01:35 AM

I used to go back and forth about this in the past. Nearly followed through a couple times. Then one day those thoughts/feelings just stopped and I knew I was keeping it 'forever'. I've loved the Mach 1 more and more since that happened.

Bruisbe · 03-31-2016, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ShkeRttlNroll

Ive been in the same boat but decided to keep the Mach. 2 simple reasons, Im not paying for another car I barely drive and I still enjoy the unique factor . Faster is always cool but gotta ask yourself would you really drive a coyote any different then the Mach? For me I would be spending an extra 10 grand just to tell people I now have more HP. However if its something that will really make you happy then I say sell it ASAP and get what you enjoy!

Furthermore, you could spend another 10 grand in upgrades to the Mach that will blow a Coyote out of the water AND keep the cool factor of the Mach.

Iceman91 · 03-31-2016, 01:08 PM

I had the same thoughts. I bought a 2013 GT and thought out selling the Mach. But, after thinking about it and getting advice from the member's here, I kept my Mach. It just has that "cool" factor and the look never gets old. Like others have said, you'll probably regret getting rid of it sometime down the road.

mach18604 · 03-31-2016, 08:02 PM

Thanks for all your great input everyone.. This is why this is the best Mustang Forum!

I still have no clue what to do.. I want to keep it and I want a newer Stang.. haha

shadowmaker · 03-31-2016, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mach18604

Thanks for all your great input everyone.. This is why this is the best Mustang Forum!

I still have no clue what to do.. I want to keep it and I want a newer Stang.. haha

When was the last time you drove it? If it's been a while, go drive it, that works for me.

ASH302 · 04-01-2016, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Iceman91

I had the same thoughts. I bought a 2013 GT and thought out selling the Mach. But, after thinking about it and getting advice from the member's here, I kept my Mach. It just has that "cool" factor and the look never gets old. Like others have said, you'll probably regret getting rid of it sometime down the road.

wish I would have done this

ASh

ASH302 · 04-01-2016, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by shadowmaker

When was the last time you drove it? If it's been a while, go drive it, that works for me.

There was always something special when getting in the drive seat and seeing that shaker, then when you start it up and see her move

ASh

carfixer · 04-01-2016, 05:54 AM

Well, I've been down that street. I've had 2 03 Machs. Still have my AB. Last year I wanted something faster and more modern and bought a 14 GT500. I think I've put 300 miles on the Mach since and I'm getting it ready to sell it. As much as I enjoyed my time with the Mach, can't justify keeping a car that I don't drive anymore. A nice thing about the Mach is that it's worth almost as much as I paid for it almost 5 years ago. The prices don't tank like a regular GT.

Get a ride in a 13/14 GT500, it'll put a big smile on your face.

TTSaleen · 04-01-2016, 10:33 AM

Having owned quite the inventory/fleet of hot rods over the years, I can tell you my 03 TR Mach 1 was one of my favorite cars!
After an Eaton swap, it was truly a do-everything car. Mine was an auto and was a blast to drive.

However like most of my projects, once I finish them, I start to lose interest and am ready for my next build.

I sold the Mach to a local guy so I see it occasionally. I do miss that car!
However I always wanted a Terminator Cobra so after a few months I found one and that is my current project.

Hard for me to tell you one way or the other. I enjoy the builds of any of my projects the most, so my 1st thoughts are to tell you to do more mods! HAHA!

Ryan

not a gt · 04-01-2016, 07:33 PM

I bought her with 8 miles on the odometer in 2003...am I weird that I have NEVER thought about getting rid of her ??, even though she breaks my heart sometimes, I always take her back and STILL look back at her as I walk away.
I have it made..a Mach AND a Term

03-30-2016, 03:46 PM	#1
mach18604 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lyndhurst, Ohio Posts: 2,287	On the fence about selling the Mach.. I keep struggleing on if I should sell my White 04 5spd Mach.. Will they be worth any big $$ down the road?? or just a slight amout more then a GT..? I love the car.. but I want something faster. Id like to get a 13-14 GT500 in a few years.. I know there is a few members on here that have moved on, what do you guys think? agh im just torn! __________________ Collecting for an Eaton Swap down the road..

03-30-2016, 04:20 PM	#2
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I could see a mint/kept in a bubble Mach1 possibly being worth something many decades from now but youd have probably spent as much to keep it from rotting away during that time as youd make on it. Personally I dont see keeping one as an "investment" __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

03-30-2016, 05:02 PM	#3
Thunderbolt And Leadfoot Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Easy Street Posts: 6,468	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. The only american cars making any money right now are all 45+ years old. Nothing from the mid-70's on is worth squat. Maybe your great-grandson will make out good. __________________ '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) "She's An Underage Angel With A Dented Halo"-She Needs Rock n Roll---Motley Crue 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

03-30-2016, 05:34 PM	#4
SLO-RIDE Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Turbotville, PA Posts: 211	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I'm from the other side of the coin. I see the Mach as a car that is done depreciating and is not a car you'd see every day. A GT 500 will lose value in the first few years, and that's not any more of an investment than a Mach 1. I'm still just a bit partial to the Mach 1, and I feel from an investment point the Mach 1 is going to hold it's current value more than a GT 500. No matter what car it seems to be, it has to be older to start increasing the value. Your half way there, why start over?

03-30-2016, 05:45 PM	#5
not a gt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waaayy out in the country,leave your GPS at home! Posts: 4,825	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Get off the fence and keep it please __________________ 2003 DSG Mach 1-03 Cobra Term/T56 swap: 2.3L Whipple,3.37 Upper,4 lb.lower, ID 1000 injectors,LCD cooling mod,Billetflow idlers,200A Alt,oil cooler delete with MMR adapter plate,MM oil filter kit,FrozenBoost Heat Exchanger Flowtech L.T., Maganaflow O/R X with Magnapacks, FRRP D.S.,T-56 with 26 spline input shaft and anti venom mod with reverse lockout box, FR steel flywheel,Spec Stage 3+,Moser 31 spline axles,FR 3.73 gear Tuned by B.Kurgan 601Hp/558/Tq

03-30-2016, 06:11 PM	#6
ASH302 Soldier for Christ Join Date: May 2009 Location: Willis, TX at The Daddy ASh Ranch Posts: 30,596	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I for one miss my mach, but do understand where you are coming from, do I think the mach's will be worth a ton of money down the road, not for what people think or those that never drove them thinking they were going to get big money out of them. why not gain some power to the mach if you want to go faster? or keep the mach and get a new 5.0, which already has some good n/a power? ASh __________________ 2001 lazer red v6 Mustang coupe sold in Aug 2006 2004 screaming yellow 5.0 sc Mach 1 sold in Oct 2012 2013 grey 6 speed coupe GT Mustang Sold in Feb 2014 2013 RED Dodge Charger R/T Sold Nov 2014 2002 custom Blue 02 Auto Trans AM Sold June 2015 1998 Cobra Black Sold summer 2016 Current 2009 Ford F350 FX4 March 2017 (work truck) 2003 OW 5.0 Mach 1 Aug 2020 ASh

03-30-2016, 07:55 PM	#7
Hpstang Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Kingsland ga Posts: 398	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I wouldn't do it. Every one that sells there Mach from what I read wish they still had it. I don't care what it's worth on paper. To me it's worth keeping __________________ 2004 Mach 1 torch red, 5 speed, Borla stingers, off road Mac ss pro chamber, k&n drop in,sct x4 with custom dyno tune 308 rwhp 324 rwtq upr delete puck, MM flsfc, wild rides upper and lower torque box reinforcement kit. MGW shifter with standard handle, speed of sound pillar with dual aeroforce gauges,Bullitts black polished lip 17x8 front 17x10.50 nitto 555r's 315/35/17, smoked tail lights,smoked 3rd brake light. Engine dress up parts. It's only just the beginning procharger coming soon

03-30-2016, 08:04 PM	#8
VA-Mach1 Mach & Cheese Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 797	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Anyone who spends money on a car as a "investment" has a poor financial advisor. If you love it keep it. If you like something better sell it. Cars are always a loss of money. Even if you get what you paid as sticker price you still lost what you paid out in taxes, insurance, and maintenance. Sorry to be a downer. I just never like to use the words car, and investment together.

03-30-2016, 08:21 PM	#9
Thunderbolt And Leadfoot Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Easy Street Posts: 6,468	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. The only Mustang I see myself buying next is a '13 Boss 302. When that time comes, I'll drop the Mach like a hot potato. No regrets here. Never understood that anyway. Crap or get off the pot. __________________ '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) "She's An Underage Angel With A Dented Halo"-She Needs Rock n Roll---Motley Crue 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

03-30-2016, 08:34 PM	#11
Derk Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Tuscumbia, Alabama Posts: 197	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I might just be sentimental, but I sold the 03 Mach I bought brand new in late 2006. In 2013 I drove about 1000 miles round trip to buy another that looked almost identical and optioned the same as the one I sold. To me, the 4v 4.6 just sounds a little better than the Yotes and a lot better than the LS series of cars. And with an 01 Cobra front fascia, 03 Cobra rear fascia and side skirts, it's still one of the best looking cars on the road. Yea, the performance isn't as good and the interior isn't as nice, but that's just how I feel about the matter. __________________ Derick McCormick Torch Red 2003 Mach 1 - Sold Torch Red 2003 Mach 1 - I'm back for more 1986 T-Top 5.0

03-30-2016, 08:40 PM	#12
Mach351 Psycho Dog is Psycho Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lewisville, TX Posts: 1,990	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Is it "adult driven"? __________________ Firefly: opening scene of Serenity - This Land Firefly: Out of Gas - Don't Be Afraid

03-30-2016, 09:45 PM	#13
ShkeRttlNroll Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Ofallon MO Posts: 602	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Ive been in the same boat but decided to keep the Mach. 2 simple reasons, Im not paying for another car I barely drive and I still enjoy the unique factor . Faster is always cool but gotta ask yourself would you really drive a coyote any different then the Mach? For me I would be spending an extra 10 grand just to tell people I now have more HP. However if its something that will really make you happy then I say sell it ASAP and get what you enjoy!

03-30-2016, 09:55 PM	#14
TKat13 Mach-T Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: DFW Posts: 2,865	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I like the GT500s and think they will retain more money than a Mach; but you will be spending more to get it so end the end you will net the same. Realizing an investment would be so far down the road that you will not enjoy the profit. Buy what you want to drive, period. If it is paid for, have both. I say go drive one and then decide. You may fall in love or not. I suspect you will fall in love. __________________ Darrell Black '04 Mach 1 Track Times (bone-stock w/drs):60 ft - 1.90 \| 1/8 - 8.67 (100 shot,E85,4:10s,Street tire):60 ft - 1.67 \| 1/8 - 7.88 New build - 750rwhp; not track tested (yet) Mods: Build Log Paint&Body Tuned by Manny @ HPP

03-30-2016, 10:03 PM	#15
73mach03 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: HP, NY Posts: 1,720	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I wouldn't hold into it merely in the hope that it will be a good investment well down the line. Keeping it because it has a great combination of visual punch, sweet sound, very good performance, and high fun factor are good reasons though. If any of those factors are losing their luster or you just need something different, then maybe it is time to move on. Time will tell if you regret it, but sometimes you have to take the plunge. You never know. You might find something that hits all the right buttons and is well worth the change. Or you might realize that the Mach 1 was a keeper after all. I know when I bought my used Mach 1 in 2009, I heard that the previous owner regretted it. Seems like that happens a lot with these cars. Either way. Good luck. __________________ 2003 Zinc Yellow Mach 1, M5, Bassani Catback 2016 White Subaru WRX, Borla S-Type Catback Red Sox, Raiders, and Electric Guitars

03-31-2016, 01:35 AM	#16
311-420 Can't be bridled Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 7,006	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I used to go back and forth about this in the past. Nearly followed through a couple times. Then one day those thoughts/feelings just stopped and I knew I was keeping it 'forever'. I've loved the Mach 1 more and more since that happened. __________________ 2004 Mach 1 #6956 5spd w/IUP Eaton swap, longtubes, built 3.73 SRA 452hp/409tq dynojet🏁

03-31-2016, 01:08 PM	#18
Iceman91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 233	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I had the same thoughts. I bought a 2013 GT and thought out selling the Mach. But, after thinking about it and getting advice from the member's here, I kept my Mach. It just has that "cool" factor and the look never gets old. Like others have said, you'll probably regret getting rid of it sometime down the road. __________________ Current: '03 Azure Blue :THUMBSUP: Gone but not forgotten: '99 "Limited" 35th GT '03 Oxford White Mach 1 '03 Torch Red Mach 1

03-31-2016, 08:02 PM	#19
mach18604 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lyndhurst, Ohio Posts: 2,287	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Thanks for all your great input everyone.. This is why this is the best Mustang Forum! I still have no clue what to do.. I want to keep it and I want a newer Stang.. haha __________________ Collecting for an Eaton Swap down the road..

04-01-2016, 05:54 AM	#23
carfixer 03 AB 5 SP Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 70	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Well, I've been down that street. I've had 2 03 Machs. Still have my AB. Last year I wanted something faster and more modern and bought a 14 GT500. I think I've put 300 miles on the Mach since and I'm getting it ready to sell it. As much as I enjoyed my time with the Mach, can't justify keeping a car that I don't drive anymore. A nice thing about the Mach is that it's worth almost as much as I paid for it almost 5 years ago. The prices don't tank like a regular GT. Get a ride in a 13/14 GT500, it'll put a big smile on your face. __________________ Current: 2104 RR GT500. 2003 AB 5 speed. Past: 2012 RR Boss302 2010 GT Track Pack. Sold 2003 TR 5 speed. Sold 2004 Marauder Trilogy S/C. Sold

04-01-2016, 10:33 AM	#24
TTSaleen SVT Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: NC Posts: 279	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. Having owned quite the inventory/fleet of hot rods over the years, I can tell you my 03 TR Mach 1 was one of my favorite cars! After an Eaton swap, it was truly a do-everything car. Mine was an auto and was a blast to drive. However like most of my projects, once I finish them, I start to lose interest and am ready for my next build. I sold the Mach to a local guy so I see it occasionally. I do miss that car! However I always wanted a Terminator Cobra so after a few months I found one and that is my current project. Hard for me to tell you one way or the other. I enjoy the builds of any of my projects the most, so my 1st thoughts are to tell you to do more mods! HAHA! Ryan __________________ Current - 1998 Saleen Black - Twin Turbo 5.4 - 1,100+ rwhp (5.0 Magazine's Battle at the Beach Dyno Winner 2013) 2003 Mach 1 - Azure Blue 800rwhp on E85 Instagram - ttsaleen YouTube - 98saleen Former - 2003 Mach 1 - Torch Red - Auto - Eaton Swap = 472rwhp Link to build thread - http://www.mach1registry.org/forums/...d.php?t=132733

04-01-2016, 07:33 PM	#25
not a gt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waaayy out in the country,leave your GPS at home! Posts: 4,825	Re: On the fence about selling the Mach.. I bought her with 8 miles on the odometer in 2003...am I weird that I have NEVER thought about getting rid of her ??, even though she breaks my heart sometimes, I always take her back and STILL look back at her as I walk away. I have it made..a Mach AND a Term __________________ 2003 DSG Mach 1-03 Cobra Term/T56 swap: 2.3L Whipple,3.37 Upper,4 lb.lower, ID 1000 injectors,LCD cooling mod,Billetflow idlers,200A Alt,oil cooler delete with MMR adapter plate,MM oil filter kit,FrozenBoost Heat Exchanger Flowtech L.T., Maganaflow O/R X with Magnapacks, FRRP D.S.,T-56 with 26 spline input shaft and anti venom mod with reverse lockout box, FR steel flywheel,Spec Stage 3+,Moser 31 spline axles,FR 3.73 gear Tuned by B.Kurgan 601Hp/558/Tq

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