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03 Mercury Marauder Rims
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Those things are around 34k. They run low 15's but with some guys have put 4.10's in them and it's helped them get off the line a little quicker. They come with 3.73's i think stock or something very close to that. That car weighs a ton, so its no surprise thats its not a race car. Just a little more sporty than those old grandpa vics.
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Yes, they are cool-looking sedans. I've seen a couple around. If you've read the latest MT or C&D, they are not that quick. I was disappointed with the results.
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I fergot what magazine it was, but yes, I believe there is also a concept 2dr convertable marauder, which was suppose to have a supercharger... running the HP up to mid to higher 300s... I fergot what magazine it was tho
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P.S. Regarding the rims... I believe it's got an 8.8 rear end, and I think (could be wrong) all the 8.8's now are 5x4.5.. which would be alright for us, but, i bet the backspacing could be a problem...
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P.S. Regarding the rims... I believe it's got an 8.8 rear end, and I think (could be wrong) all the 8.8's now are 5x4.5.. which would be alright for us, but, i bet the backspacing could be a problem...
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I'm pretty sure that its 308 with 318 of ft lb tourqe. This car really does move, I would say that it would give the new Gt's a run for their money stock.
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The convertible has been canned (a friend of mine was working on it for about a month before they cancelled the project). It is rumored that next year it will have the SC on it.
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[.., I would say that it would give the new Gt's a run for their money stock. [/B][/QUOTE]
Auto Vs. Auto would be close -- depending on the driver, but the GT should still win. Here's the times for the Marauder in both C&D, and MT:
0-60 = 7.5 (C&D) 6.9 (MT)
1/4 mi = 15.5 (C&D) 15.4 (MT)
Times for Mustang GT:
Auto: 0-60 = 6.3
1/4 mi = 15.1
Manual: 0-60 = 5.5
1/4 mi. = 14.1
What's even more sad, is that a new V6 Altima and '03 Accord V6 (both in auto form - 240 HP) is quicker than the Marauder for $10K less money. I know these cars aren't in the same class, and the Marauder is much heavier, but I'm still disappointed.
Auto Vs. Auto would be close -- depending on the driver, but the GT should still win. Here's the times for the Marauder in both C&D, and MT:
0-60 = 7.5 (C&D) 6.9 (MT)
1/4 mi = 15.5 (C&D) 15.4 (MT)
Times for Mustang GT:
Auto: 0-60 = 6.3
1/4 mi = 15.1
Manual: 0-60 = 5.5
1/4 mi. = 14.1
What's even more sad, is that a new V6 Altima and '03 Accord V6 (both in auto form - 240 HP) is quicker than the Marauder for $10K less money. I know these cars aren't in the same class, and the Marauder is much heavier, but I'm still disappointed.
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I think my explorer would give that a run for its money. I haven't run mine yet but when I do I plan on getting right around 16.
15.5 is not very fast.
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15.5 is pretty quick.. dont forget that every .1 seconds is a car length. Being beaten by 5 or 6 car lengths isnt a nice shot.
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Its gearing sucks, put some 4.10s on there and a chip with intake and that car should do ~14.7
Supposedly the impala ss can whoop the marauder im not sure about that tho, but that sorta would suck if a new maradeur with 300 hp doesnt come close to a impala is
Supposedly the impala ss can whoop the marauder im not sure about that tho, but that sorta would suck if a new maradeur with 300 hp doesnt come close to a impala is
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Re: hey
Typical car salesman, has no idea what he's selling.
The Mercury has the 4.6 L engine naturally aspirated. The Mustang Cobra has the 4.6 w/supercharger and that doesn't make 400hp. I doubt very much the Merc makes over 305, at the flywheel.
I'd like to see a dyno test.
Typical car salesman, has no idea what he's selling.
The Mercury has the 4.6 L engine naturally aspirated. The Mustang Cobra has the 4.6 w/supercharger and that doesn't make 400hp. I doubt very much the Merc makes over 305, at the flywheel.
I'd like to see a dyno test.
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Auto Vs. Auto would be close -- depending on the driver, but the GT should still win. Here's the times for the Marauder in both C&D, and MT:
0-60 = 7.5 (C&D) 6.9 (MT)
1/4 mi = 15.5 (C&D) 15.4 (MT)
Times for Mustang GT:
Auto: 0-60 = 6.3
1/4 mi = 15.1
Manual: 0-60 = 5.5
1/4 mi. = 14.1
What's even more sad, is that a new V6 Altima and '03 Accord V6 (both in auto form - 240 HP) is quicker than the Marauder for $10K less money. I know these cars aren't in the same class, and the Marauder is much heavier, but I'm still disappointed. [/B][/QUOTE]
The car testers at both C&D and MT aren't very good at getting the best times out of hot cars. The Mustang GT tested by MM&FF went into the 13 sec bracket.
My 2cents: I'd take a GT over the Merc any day of the week and twice on Sunday.
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