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Old 11-24-2006 | 09:56 PM
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I DD my T/A in all weather (except ice) it's comfortable gets 22mpg (on average) so FWIW I wouldn't have any qualms about getting one for a DD
Like most cars they have their quirks that you'll get used to (long hood line is the biggest PITA IMO) but I'm used to it now
Old 11-24-2006 | 10:08 PM
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My brother had made a deal on a new 06 GTO but didn't find the seats comfortable. Ditched it and bought an 02 WS6 and drove it from AL to CA without a complaint. We both find our cars very comfortable.

The C-pillar is thick and that causes some visibility issues in tight parking garage situations, but otherwise it is fine. You get used to it. The poor turning circle is the only issue I have. My 69 GTO will make a tighter turn.

I DD my Firebird, love it, and wouldn't have it any other way (except in ice and snow).
Old 11-24-2006 | 10:18 PM
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I've been daily driving LS1 f-body cars for 7 years now, they are just fine.

Drive both cars and see which one you like best, and I can't believe nobody mentioned the recall on the 99 Cobra for lack of ponies they claimed!


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Old 11-24-2006 | 10:36 PM
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i drove both before buying an f-bod and yes the cobra's interior is a little bit nicer but i think the firehawk is more comfortable. Its like drivin around in a recliner. My only complaint is the rear end........but i guess most cars are going to need a new rear end eventually anyways if you plan on modding.
Old 11-24-2006 | 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by RevGTO
My 69 GTO will make a tighter turn.
Which one?
Old 11-24-2006 | 10:57 PM
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Blind spots don't exist when you drive faster than everyone else.
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Originally Posted by 00 SLVR Z
Which one?
Either. Except the automatic has 15" wheels that rub ...
Old 11-24-2006 | 11:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Hawk108
...My only complaint is the rear end........but i guess most cars are going to need a new rear end eventually anyways if you plan on modding.
You don't need to worry about it unless you have alot of power and drag race alot (getting traction).

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Old 11-25-2006 | 01:28 AM
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stuck between two 2000 trans am formula, 1 owner with carfax buy back garuntee, with 70,000 miles or 2001 mustang cobra rebulit with 21,000 miles
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I've owned two Stangs and the interiors are about the same as the F-body in terms of quality. The shifter position in the Stang sucks, but visibility is a little better.
I daily drove my bolt-on Z28 for a year and it was butter.
Old 11-25-2006 | 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Benjamin Russick
I've owned two Stangs and the interiors are about the same as the F-body in terms of quality. The shifter position in the Stang sucks, but visibility is a little better.
I daily drove my bolt-on Z28 for a year and it was butter.
butter?i say CHEESE!
Old 11-26-2006 | 09:28 AM
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I daily drive my z28 and i love it. Like somebody else said the only time the blind spots a pain is in a parking garage. Overall its really comfortable and i love it for my daily driver.



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