GT500KR: Can you afford to fix this car?

[Evil95GT]

Hope there's an update soon.


I think a lot of people want to see how bad a company will screw a loyal customer all in the name of being "exclusive".


Jerks - table of 1. Jerks - table of 1.

I've been told an update will be posted shortly. Obviously it's a story of interest to many people. Now would be the perfect time for the company to step up and do the right thing. I just don't see them making an effort to redeem themselves this late in the game.

[Evil95GT]

Ok, let's get something straight.........

After receiving several messages from members of the Shelby fan club, I feel I need to clarify a few issues.

First and foremost, I will not remove this thread. The answer is no.

Secondly, it appears that a few folks feel this story is embellished. *If* I wasn't presented with actual documentation, I would have never permitted this material to be posted on my site. I stand to gain NOTHING by lying, nor am I gaining anything by allowing the truth to be told.

I don't give a shit about any of the companies involved in this quandary. I don't own a Shelby vehicle. I have no desire to own a Shelby vehicle. I don't envy those of you who DO own a Shelby vehicle. The Ford vehicles I do own piss me off to no end. Having said that, I'll never part with my Mustangs, but my loyalty stops there. I will continue to talk smack about Ford Motor Company and the issues I've had with them, simply because I can.

Finally, I really don't care that you own six Shelbys, and that you think the man himself gives a hoot about your personal feelings. If that's what you believe, that's your prerogative. But someday, when you're treated like just another wallet (you know, like Mr. $31,000.00+ in damages), I promise I'll resist saying "I told you so".

[BackyardResto]

Doc,

Sounds

[Evil95GT]

Actually, it's more than one person. It's several. The main idea here is that I'm somehow "damaging" someone/something by refusing to trash this thread.

If the parts were reasonably priced, and one didn't have to go through so much bullshit to obtain them, there would have been zero basis for a story to begin with. So if the parts were priced to correspond to their actual worth, no, I don't feel that I'd be getting little love letters via PM.

[Bruno]

You know what it is Michelle.. These people think their elite cause they spent a shit load of money... Hate to tell them... IT'S A MUSTANG!!!
Plain and simple, yes it is a high end model, but in all reality it's still just a Mustang..

That will never be a supercar, it'll never pull in supercar dollars...

[Evil95GT]

You know what it is Michelle.. These people think their elite cause they spent a shit load of money... Hate to tell them... IT'S A MUSTANG!!!
Plain and simple, yes it is a high end model, but in all reality it's still just a Mustang..

That will never be a supercar, it'll never pull in supercar dollars...

It is just a Mustang, but I beg to differ.

It's an $80,000 Mustang.

It's a Mustang that people bought for various reasons. Some purchased them for iconic purposes. Perhaps some are reliving their younger years when they couldn't afford one in the '60s. Some bought it for performance, exclusivity, and collectibility.

But when it all comes down to it, the fella who has his name stamped all over these cars at every corner should be treating his high-end customers like gold. Without them, and the fine folks at Barrett-Jackson, this market wouldn't exist.

[Bruno]

Yeah it might be an $80,000 Mustang... But why??? A name tag?
It's no better than a new GT500...

Ford is making a killing off people, what do you honestly think they have in those cars???

I'm sure Ford (and Shelby) have less in building that car, then their supposably charging for that repair!!!

But there's alot of people out there who believe it's worth it....

[Boston Mike]

Actually, it's more than one person. It's several. The main idea here is that I'm somehow "damaging" someone/something by refusing to trash this thread.

If the parts were reasonably priced, and one didn't have to go through so much bullshit to obtain them, there would have been zero basis for a story to begin with. So if the parts were priced to correspond to their actual worth, no, I don't feel that I'd be getting little love letters via PM.

If any of these PM'd love letters get over the top (as if they haven't already I'm sure), please feel free to share the authors with your friends here in the Mafia. We have our ways to get apologies...............

[frydguy79]

Ok, let's get something straight.........

After receiving several messages from members of the Shelby fan club, I feel I need to clarify a few issues.

First and foremost, I will not remove this thread. The answer is no.

Secondly, it appears that a few folks feel this story is embellished. *If* I wasn't presented with actual documentation, I would have never permitted this material to be posted on my site. I stand to gain NOTHING by lying, nor am I gaining anything by allowing the truth to be told.

I don't give a shit about any of the companies involved in this quandary. I don't own a Shelby vehicle. I have no desire to own a Shelby vehicle. I don't envy those of you who DO own a Shelby vehicle. The Ford vehicles I do own piss me off to no end. Having said that, I'll never part with my Mustangs, but my loyalty stops there. I will continue to talk smack about Ford Motor Company and the issues I've had with them, simply because I can.

Finally, I really don't care that you own six Shelbys, and that you think the man himself gives a hoot about your personal feelings. If that's what you believe, that's your prerogative. But someday, when you're treated like just another wallet (you know, like Mr. $31,000.00+ in damages), I promise I'll resist saying "I told you so".

Michelle
i am glad you have balls

nobody should allow censorshit on any forum

[Mr. OAM]

This is utterly rediculous.


Does it say anything in the owner's purchase paperwork that any damaged parts must be returned to SAI? Does it say that he actually purchased a license to use the vehicles rather than having PURCHASED the vehicle? Without this stuff in writing SAI doesn't have a leg to stand on.

I would buy the KR kit, a WHOLE kit, and it would have to be cheaper than the conversion because there is no labor involved, and get all the parts that would be needed plus the rest that MAY be needed at some other time down the road.

Actually I would get a good attorney. Maybe one that is an auto enthusiast himself.



Steve

[lowflyn]

This thread brought me to the site...just had to make a comment.

The parts for any Shelby model is close to impossible to get without a VIN number. I hadn't heard about having to return the parts on the KR but I wouldn't put it past them. The sad part about all this is the insurance company apparently won't hold up their end of the deal and fix the customer's car.

I will say this much though, the local dealership has a KR on the showroom floor, asking 125K. They damaged the splitter on the front bumper somehow and could not even get a replacement KR splitter themselves, it currently has a SS splitter - on a brand new car.

[BackyardResto]

[QUOTE=lowflyn;16996]This thread brought me to the site...just had to make a comment.
six camaro

[Bruno]

$125,000 ?????
Are you kidding me!

Can You say new ZR1 delivered to the house for that kind of money, and you'd be getting twice the car, and it'll be worth more in the end!!!!

[lowflyn]

$125,000 ?????
Are you kidding me!

Can You say new ZR1 delivered to the house for that kind of money, and you'd be getting twice the car, and it'll be worth more in the end!!!!

The best part is the car is covered in swirl marks and the stripes aren't even straight. Fingerprints everywhere, etc. Last time I saw it move the driver was rapping it off the limiter through the service department, makes me feel real good about it.

[Boston Mike]

This thread brought me to the site...just had to make a comment.

The parts for any Shelby model is close to impossible to get without a VIN number. I hadn't heard about having to return the parts on the KR but I wouldn't put it past them. The sad part about all this is the insurance company apparently won't hold up their end of the deal and fix the customer's car.

I will say this much though, the local dealership has a KR on the showroom floor, asking 125K. They damaged the splitter on the front bumper somehow and could not even get a replacement KR splitter themselves, it currently has a SS splitter - on a brand new car.

I think in this case here though, SAI has miscalculated. They may have believed that a KR owner would just fork the cash over for it and if they didn't want to, they wouldn't have the sac to fight them on it. However, now they've let the insurance industry into the fray and guess what. They have better lawyers and backing. This could get to be a very ugly courtcase IMO. Unfortunately, this owner is caught in the middle of it.

Michelle, you da bomb for keeping this up. Truth needs to be told and no more . I haven't had a chance to look around much, but I think I'm gonna like it over here.

Happy long weekend everyone!!! Monkey out.

[lowflyn]

I think in this case here though, SAI has miscalculated. They may have believed that a KR owner would just fork the cash over for it and if they didn't want to, they wouldn't have the sac to fight them on it. However, now they've let the insurance industry into the fray and guess what. They have better lawyers and backing. This could get to be a very ugly courtcase IMO. Unfortunately, this owner is caught in the middle of it.

Michelle, you da bomb for keeping this up. Truth needs to be told and no more . I haven't had a chance to look around much, but I think I'm gonna like it over here.

Happy long weekend everyone!!! Monkey out.

I'm just wondering at what point the owner of the car has a case against the insurance company for breach of contract. He has (I'm assuming) paid for the car to be currently covered by said insurance agency against any and all damage that might be done to the vehicle. Now they are taking an unacceptably long amount of time to fix the customer's vehicle. They need to fix the car and fight SAI on their own time.

[JP]

The parts for any Shelby model is close to impossible to get without a VIN number. I hadn't heard about having to return the parts on the KR but I wouldn't put it past them.

Shelby does not HAVE to sell anyone any part they don't want to. It would be stupid to piss on your best customers, but they've been known to do that time and time again so I'm not surprised.

[Evil95GT]

Does it say anything in the owner's purchase paperwork that any damaged parts must be returned to SAI? Does it say that he actually purchased a license to use the vehicles rather than having PURCHASED the vehicle?

Negative. And Negative.

Michelle, you da bomb for keeping this up. Truth needs to be told and no more . I haven't had a chance to look around much, but I think I'm gonna like it over here.

Thanks Mike. It's good to know that somebody thinks so. And welcome, BTW.

I'm just wondering at what point the owner of the car has a case against the insurance company for breach of contract. He has (I'm assuming) paid for the car to be currently covered by said insurance agency against any and all damage that might be done to the vehicle

Exactly, and very well said. Isn't this what insurance is intended for? Unfortunately, it's not working out in this case.

[JP]

I will say this much though, the local dealership has a KR on the showroom floor, asking 125K. They damaged the splitter on the front bumper somehow and could not even get a replacement KR splitter themselves, it currently has a SS splitter - on a brand new car.

There's plenty of KR's - NEW - for sale for WAY below MSRP now.

Anyone who pays that kind of price now isn't very smart.

[Undercover_Brother]

Update:

September 4, 2009

• GT500KR still waiting for parts
• Headlight price incorrect.......the headlight needed is $960.00
• Prices are less shipping
• Emblem kit is $201.00 for KR and 40th anniversary badging
• Snakes alone are an additional $130.00
• You cannot order parts with a VIN number. You are required to show pictures of corresponding damage. Once a determination is made, a clearance to fill the order will be required. Then, and only then will your order be filled.

I will be speaking with the owner in the morning. The parts are expected right after the holiday. Once the parts have been received, all evidence of this claim will be posted for your viewing pleasure. The owner fears that if this information is posted prior to receipt of the parts the components will be held as a consequence.

To be continued.................