I can't keep doing this - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

311-420 · 02-19-2015, 02:01 PM

Falling back in love with my Mach 1, that is.

I've debated selling the Mach so many times to go ride another horse, but every now and then just when I'm sure that I've lost the connection with it, something happens when I get behind the wheel and it all comes back to me why I love this car. And not only that, but I honestly struggle with the idea of it being in anyone else's possession.

Am I alone in this battle?

Mach1 EH · 02-19-2015, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 311-420

Falling back in love with my Mach 1, that is.

I've debated selling the Mach so many times to go ride another horse, but every now and then just when I'm sure that I've lost the connection with it, something happens when I get behind the wheel and it all comes back to me why I love this car. And not only that, but I honestly struggle with the idea of it being in anyone else's possession.

Am I alone in this battle?

Hell no.
I usually go through that myself every winter; ask my family and friends.
Talk about selling the Mach in the spring etc, then when I bring her out and drive

NOPE I gotta keep her.

Think this is the 1st winter in about 6 years where I haven't thought about selling my Mach 1.

ab_mach1 · 02-19-2015, 03:03 PM

I test drove a 2015 GT with a 6 speed manual and was ready to sign and trade her in, but I decided it would be best to put that money in the house. We also got a new ride for my wife so now I'm not daily driving my Mach in the winter, etc. We will see how it goes now that I can focus on taking care of her. I may not be so willing to part with her lol.

Thunderbolt · 02-19-2015, 03:23 PM

The only reason my Mach is still around is a Boss 302 is no where near a reasonable price. Getting a dime-a-dozen GT does nothing for me, so I'll hang onto the Mach another 7 years and find something else when I retire.

Will I miss the Mach when I get rid of it? Absolutely not. I don't understand regretting selling a car unless you were forced to sell it.

ASH302 · 02-19-2015, 03:55 PM

I say keep the Mach, I understand for sure what your going through and even now I miss my mach, yea I could get another one, which almost did (auto SY one) but it wouldn't be my first mach. I miss the hell out of mine, just so much connection with that one car. Only suggestion I will make is don't sell or trade in the mach, if your able to get the other ride and then if you notice that your not so in love with the mach, then sell it, just a thought, I know not everyone's budget works that way. The Trans Am is probably the closest I got to what the mach did for me, but its not the mach.

ASh

VA-Mach1 · 02-19-2015, 03:56 PM

Drive it more...........

JDraper · 02-19-2015, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 311-420

Falling back in love with my Mach 1, that is.

I've debated selling the Mach so many times to go ride another horse, but every now and then just when I'm sure that I've lost the connection with it, something happens when I get behind the wheel and it all comes back to me why I love this car. And not only that, but I honestly struggle with the idea of it being in anyone else's possession.

Am I alone in this battle?

Nope..mine has almost gone for a GT-CS and a GT-500...but after I think I'm going to change, I drive it some more and just can't do it...

Mach828 · 02-19-2015, 04:13 PM

The Mach and I have had too many memories together. We have had our ups and downs. Considered parting ways a few times. But when I spank that pedal and hear her roar, I can't seem to walk away. haha.

TKat13 · 02-19-2015, 04:30 PM

I've dropped to much money into mine that I could never get back out of it. Of course, if someone were to offer me the right amount of money for it I would let her go.

But, I really have no desire to get rid of it, I know the history of the car as I am the original owner, if I do want another car I will just buy one, not trade in the Mach. Trading it in will rape me for sure.

SuperMach1 · 02-19-2015, 05:42 PM

30k wouldn't get me out of the Mach. To much blood, sweat, and cash have been put into it for me to let her go. It was my dream car at 16 and worked my *** off till I got it at age 20.

not a gt · 02-19-2015, 05:42 PM

I have NEVER thought about selling Mach

ICANGO · 02-19-2015, 05:43 PM

Seriously thinking of selling ours also. I plan on retiring in 21 months (whose counting) bought a new Escape for retirement and I want it paid for in 21 months. Selling the Mach would make it easier. But then where is my fun car when I do retire. I don't know what to do. Black 03 Mach with 27000 miles with extras 15,000 firm. Sitting in my garage freezing its rear end off. Just in case anyone out there might know someone.

TKat13 · 02-19-2015, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ICANGO

Seriously thinking of selling ours also. I plan on retiring in 21 months (whose counting) bought a new Escape for retirement and I want it paid for in 21 months. Selling the Mach would make it easier. But then where is my fun car when I do retire. I don't know what to do. Black 03 Mach with 27000 miles with extras 15,000 firm. Sitting in my garage freezing its rear end off. Just in case anyone out there might know someone.

About to retire, (congrats) but the only way you could tear a toy like that out of my hands is if I was replacing it with something better. So, what will you replace it with? (Escape can NOT be the answer, lol )

jh 2004 mach · 02-19-2015, 06:34 PM

I thought about selling mine for 2 1/2 years I let her go last April no regrets at all my next car will be a gt-500 or tt terminator.

not a gt · 02-19-2015, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by jh 2004 mach

I thought about selling mine for 2 1/2 years I let her go last April no regrets at all my next car will be a gt-500 or tt terminator.

Here ya go jh, this was sent to me from my Mustang club

If any of you are looking for a great Shelby GT500 that has been pampered and selling for a reasonable price the car below is the one.
I can verify it has not been abused in any way, never been on track or raced and owned by a police officer. This is a very nice Shelby.

2008 Shelby GT500, Black w/ dark Gray stripes on top and rocker, dark gray leather interior with Shelby snake on seatbacks, all power options, Ford MyColor dash lighting, 6 disc CD/Stereo, tinted windows, Ford racing exhaust and shifter knob, upgraded supercharger pulley and professionally tuned to 600HP. Only 11,500 miles, near mint condition, always garaged, factory GPS system, never seen snow, no accidents, non-smoker, seats like new, title in hand, well maintained. Asking $34,700 Contact Matt Nemeth Mathew.Nemeth@jaxsheriff.org The car is listed in Auto trader with more photos.

ASH302 · 02-19-2015, 07:12 PM

That is a great price for a Shelby with that low of miles

ASh

jbrad88 · 02-19-2015, 07:32 PM

Honestly...

Two weeks ago I had a PDR technician remove a couple of child induced imperfections on my left qtr. leaving only a small paint scratch...

got my noise issue fixed last week (k-member bolts needed to be torqued)

Car has never looked or sounded better after I complete some minor repairs or upgrades...

Yes, I think about it. Honestly though I won't be able to do so financially for a long time as my money has to go to upcoming college costs, a car for my oldest, and the increased premiums that go with...

so...give me @ 10 years...maybe I can get a boss 302 by then...

Glad that I do love this car...

01yellerCobra · 02-20-2015, 12:18 AM

There was a time I would've said the same thing about my 01. But the chance showed up to own my dream car. So I jumped on it. I figured if I still missed the 01 I could sell the new ride and go back to fixing my 01. It's been about two weeks and I haven't missed my 01 yet. In fact the demodding process has started.

canadianmach1 · 02-20-2015, 12:33 AM

Sold my Mach over 5 years ago, just happened to see if for sale about 2000 miles away a few weeks ago, now its home in my garage lol.

SuperMach1 · 02-20-2015, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by canadianmach1

Sold my Mach over 5 years ago, just happened to see if for sale about 2000 miles away a few weeks ago, now its home in my garage lol.

Nice!!!

muzman · 02-20-2015, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by canadianmach1

Sold my Mach over 5 years ago, just happened to see if for sale about 2000 miles away a few weeks ago, now its home in my garage lol.

Love that story, good on you mate!

falcongtho3 · 02-20-2015, 08:45 AM

I've often said that the Mach 1 was my 'forever car'. If I was willing to replace it I would have already have a Boss 302 or a GT500. The idea that I can say that I bought my Mach brand new does mean something, and the places it has taken me and the people that I've met because of it transcends the car itself.
Have I thought about getting rid of it? Sure. Have I done it? Nope.

vertigyn · 02-20-2015, 04:04 PM

I've had the 'should i sell it' debate for years...but every time it comes back to - NO! The car is simply too special to me and I've gone through so much with it. A lot of learning and growing experiences would walk out the door the moment I got rid of the car. Plus, from a financial perspective, it would be a huge 'loss' to sell the car. I've dumped so much into the Mach that it would make me cry selling it for what someone would pay (probably somewhere around 15k). And, for 15k, I'd rather have the car sit and work that much harder to come up with the money from somewhere else to get the next/another toy.

muzman · 02-20-2015, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by falcongtho3

I've often said that the Mach 1 was my 'forever car'. If I was willing to replace it I would have already have a Boss 302 or a GT500. The idea that I can say that I bought my Mach brand new does mean something, and the places it has taken me and the people that I've met because of it transcends the car itself.
Have I thought about getting rid of it? Sure. Have I done it? Nope.

Well written John, echo's my thoughts.

ICANGO · 02-20-2015, 05:37 PM

I would be replacing it with 1 or 2 months in Palm Springs Ca. every winter.

02-19-2015, 02:01 PM	#1
311-420 Can't be bridled Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 7,006	I can't keep doing this Falling back in love with my Mach 1, that is. I've debated selling the Mach so many times to go ride another horse, but every now and then just when I'm sure that I've lost the connection with it, something happens when I get behind the wheel and it all comes back to me why I love this car. And not only that, but I honestly struggle with the idea of it being in anyone else's possession. Am I alone in this battle? __________________ 2004 Mach 1 #6956 5spd w/IUP Eaton swap, longtubes, built 3.73 SRA 452hp/409tq dynojet🏁

02-19-2015, 03:03 PM	#3
ab_mach1 Lorraine's driver Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,442	Re: I can't keep doing this I test drove a 2015 GT with a 6 speed manual and was ready to sign and trade her in, but I decided it would be best to put that money in the house. We also got a new ride for my wife so now I'm not daily driving my Mach in the winter, etc. We will see how it goes now that I can focus on taking care of her. I may not be so willing to part with her lol. __________________ Instagram: @azurblumach1 SCT X3 with LaSota Racing tune Borla Stingers w/JBA off road H pipe MGW short shifter w/comfort handle Eibach Sportlines w/Koni STR.T's and Maximum Motorsports CC plates

02-19-2015, 03:23 PM	#4
Thunderbolt And Leadfoot Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Easy Street Posts: 6,468	Re: I can't keep doing this The only reason my Mach is still around is a Boss 302 is no where near a reasonable price. Getting a dime-a-dozen GT does nothing for me, so I'll hang onto the Mach another 7 years and find something else when I retire. Will I miss the Mach when I get rid of it? Absolutely not. I don't understand regretting selling a car unless you were forced to sell it. __________________ '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

02-19-2015, 03:55 PM	#5
ASH302 Soldier for Christ Join Date: May 2009 Location: Willis, TX at The Daddy ASh Ranch Posts: 30,596	Re: I can't keep doing this I say keep the Mach, I understand for sure what your going through and even now I miss my mach, yea I could get another one, which almost did (auto SY one) but it wouldn't be my first mach. I miss the hell out of mine, just so much connection with that one car. Only suggestion I will make is don't sell or trade in the mach, if your able to get the other ride and then if you notice that your not so in love with the mach, then sell it, just a thought, I know not everyone's budget works that way. The Trans Am is probably the closest I got to what the mach did for me, but its not the mach. 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

02-19-2015, 03:56 PM	#6
VA-Mach1 Mach & Cheese Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 797	Re: I can't keep doing this Drive it more...........

02-19-2015, 04:13 PM	#8
Mach828 Dark Knight Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 5,759	Re: I can't keep doing this The Mach and I have had too many memories together. We have had our ups and downs. Considered parting ways a few times. But when I spank that pedal and hear her roar, I can't seem to walk away. haha. __________________ Vortech V2 S-trim, E85, A2A Treadstone, Comp cams, built engine, full exhaust, built rear, built 4r70, more mods. Tuned by me with SCT Advantage

02-19-2015, 04:30 PM	#9
TKat13 Mach-T Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: DFW Posts: 2,865	Re: I can't keep doing this I've dropped to much money into mine that I could never get back out of it. Of course, if someone were to offer me the right amount of money for it I would let her go. But, I really have no desire to get rid of it, I know the history of the car as I am the original owner, if I do want another car I will just buy one, not trade in the Mach. Trading it in will rape me for sure. __________________ 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

02-19-2015, 05:42 PM	#10
SuperMach1 Never Satisfied Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,134	Re: I can't keep doing this 30k wouldn't get me out of the Mach. To much blood, sweat, and cash have been put into it for me to let her go. It was my dream car at 16 and worked my *** off till I got it at age 20. __________________ P1 8psi @ 6k PA Transmission DD 3,600 Stall BBK LT's w/ 3in Collector Custom 3in X-Pipe Custom 3in CB w/ Pypes 3in M-80's Built Rear w/ 4:10 415/383 PB 11.80, @ 119 with a 1.71 60ft Tuned by http://www.southtexasperformance.com/ Built WAP Block, 10.5:1 compression, 14psi, E-85 Coming soon.

02-19-2015, 05:42 PM	#11
not a gt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waaayy out in the country,leave your GPS at home! Posts: 4,825	Re: I can't keep doing this I have NEVER thought about selling Mach __________________ 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

02-19-2015, 05:43 PM	#12
ICANGO Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Wis. Rapids, Wi. Posts: 221	Re: I can't keep doing this Seriously thinking of selling ours also. I plan on retiring in 21 months (whose counting) bought a new Escape for retirement and I want it paid for in 21 months. Selling the Mach would make it easier. But then where is my fun car when I do retire. I don't know what to do. Black 03 Mach with 27000 miles with extras 15,000 firm. Sitting in my garage freezing its rear end off. Just in case anyone out there might know someone.

02-19-2015, 06:34 PM	#14
jh 2004 mach Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: trevor, Wisconsin Posts: 431	Re: I can't keep doing this I thought about selling mine for 2 1/2 years I let her go last April no regrets at all my next car will be a gt-500 or tt terminator. __________________ SOLD 2004 AZURE MACH1.

02-19-2015, 07:12 PM	#16
ASH302 Soldier for Christ Join Date: May 2009 Location: Willis, TX at The Daddy ASh Ranch Posts: 30,596	Re: I can't keep doing this That is a great price for a Shelby with that low of miles 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

02-19-2015, 07:32 PM	#17
jbrad88 Original Owner Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 5,172	Re: I can't keep doing this Honestly... Two weeks ago I had a PDR technician remove a couple of child induced imperfections on my left qtr. leaving only a small paint scratch... got my noise issue fixed last week (k-member bolts needed to be torqued) Car has never looked or sounded better after I complete some minor repairs or upgrades... Yes, I think about it. Honestly though I won't be able to do so financially for a long time as my money has to go to upcoming college costs, a car for my oldest, and the increased premiums that go with... so...give me @ 10 years...maybe I can get a boss 302 by then... Glad that I do love this car... __________________ 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

02-20-2015, 12:18 AM	#18
01yellerCobra Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,104	There was a time I would've said the same thing about my 01. But the chance showed up to own my dream car. So I jumped on it. I figured if I still missed the 01 I could sell the new ride and go back to fixing my 01. It's been about two weeks and I haven't missed my 01 yet. In fact the demodding process has started. __________________ New Ride: 2004 Mystichrome Cobra-Accufab SBTB and plenum, Steeda 2.8" upper, Bassani X, Borla Stingers, Mcleod RXT, MGW shifter, Level 5 halfshafts, chrome FR500's, Stiffler's FIT system and DS safety loop, GT pumps, BA3000, tuned by owner

02-20-2015, 12:33 AM	#19
canadianmach1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: edmonton canada Posts: 765	Re: I can't keep doing this Sold my Mach over 5 years ago, just happened to see if for sale about 2000 miles away a few weeks ago, now its home in my garage lol. __________________ mods, bbk longtubes, bbk xpipe , slp powerflo catback, EMP Stewart water pump, h&r springs , tokico adjustable shocks, php spacer, 4drilled/slotted rotors, , vortech with air/air, Anderson powerpipe, cobra tank/pumps, ford racing t56 6spd, mgw shifter,center force clutch, 410 gears , moser axles, ford racing carrier ,steeda alum lower control arms ,cobra bumper , and mirrors

02-20-2015, 08:45 AM	#22
falcongtho3 Moderating at Mach 1 Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Baton Rouge, La. Posts: 16,272	Re: I can't keep doing this I've often said that the Mach 1 was my 'forever car'. If I was willing to replace it I would have already have a Boss 302 or a GT500. The idea that I can say that I bought my Mach brand new does mean something, and the places it has taken me and the people that I've met because of it transcends the car itself. Have I thought about getting rid of it? Sure. Have I done it? Nope. __________________ Krewe de la Mach Rouge #340804 13th Mach 1 built 11/07/02 Build Date 12/13/02 Delivery

02-20-2015, 04:04 PM	#23
vertigyn Azure Blue Mach Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 1,464	Re: I can't keep doing this I've had the 'should i sell it' debate for years...but every time it comes back to - NO! The car is simply too special to me and I've gone through so much with it. A lot of learning and growing experiences would walk out the door the moment I got rid of the car. Plus, from a financial perspective, it would be a huge 'loss' to sell the car. I've dumped so much into the Mach that it would make me cry selling it for what someone would pay (probably somewhere around 15k). And, for 15k, I'd rather have the car sit and work that much harder to come up with the money from somewhere else to get the next/another toy. __________________ '03 Azure Blue Mach 1 Built on 4/14/03 S&R Performance

02-20-2015, 05:37 PM	#25
ICANGO Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Wis. Rapids, Wi. Posts: 221	Re: I can't keep doing this I would be replacing it with 1 or 2 months in Palm Springs Ca. every winter.

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