hicountrybob
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Not likely, Jason.390cs68rcode said:I will take numbers one and two of the numbered ones and 2-3 of the others.
Not likely, Jason.390cs68rcode said:I will take numbers one and two of the numbered ones and 2-3 of the others.
hicountrybob said:Not likely, Jason.
Jason, it's like the Bible says "ASK AND YOU SHALL RECEIVE". I've asked!!! I would hope that Paul N. would honor my request for #1, #2 and #3 as I have 3 cars and 3 grown children (boys) who will each get a car when we die and I would like each of them to have the '89 and '96 (signed) books I have, as well as this late book. It's up to Paul N.390cs68rcode said:you got dibs on them already?
PNewitt said:I'm considering having a limited number (1,000 to 1,500) of hardbound cover, signed and numbered 180 page versions for $90-100 each. And then a softcover (unsigned) version for considerably less, without the registry.
Paul N.
Mosesatm said:The way Paul was talking I was expecting $200-$250.
mikegtcs1968 said:I seriously doubt that you will sell 1500 of the booklets for $90. But it's wise to start the price at a ridiculous premium as such and then lower your price as demand drops off. My advice to all buyers is to hold out on the $90 price unless you just have to have one immediately and buy one when they reach an acceptable $30-35 range, or just download a .pdf of it like I did for his first 2 booklets.
Perkchiro said:I've read through this thread and noted some lively conversation, but I have also noted some verbal abuse and personal insults to Paul. That is inappropriate. I have no ax to grind with Mike, but I do take issue with his arrogant attitude, superior tone and tenor toward Paul. He doesn't deserve such anal discharge. Paul has been nothing but a helpful friend on this website. I have personally gleaned helpful information from him, Don Potter, Paul Stevenson, Brian Beatty, Cory (Hook) and many others here on this site. I fail to see the motive behind Mike's criticisms and I do take issue with those who don't like Paul's book pricing. I can't imagine how much time it takes to compile the information for a book of this magnitude. This is a free market and Paul doesn't owe any of us a "favor" by selling it cheaply. A nice, hardbound book with color illustrations at $90 to $100 certainly doesn't sound expensive to me, and I'll sign up for one today.
Mike, calm yourself and enjoy the camaraderie on this site. Be helpful and not so critical. You'll live longer.
Steve
hookedtrout said:Let's just agree to disagree at times and try to get along.
Perkchiro said:I've read through this thread and noted some lively conversation, but I have also noted some verbal abuse and personal insults to Paul. That is inappropriate. I have no ax to grind with Mike, but I do take issue with his arrogant attitude, superior tone and tenor toward Paul. He doesn't deserve such anal discharge. Paul has been nothing but a helpful friend on this website. I have personally gleaned helpful information from him, Don Potter, Paul Stevenson, Brian Beatty, Cory (Hook) and many others here on this site. I fail to see the motive behind Mike's criticisms and I do take issue with those who don't like Paul's book pricing. I can't imagine how much time it takes to compile the information for a book of this magnitude. This is a free market and Paul doesn't owe any of us a "favor" by selling it cheaply. A nice, hardbound book with color illustrations at $90 to $100 certainly doesn't sound expensive to me, and I'll sign up for one today.
Mike, calm yourself and enjoy the camaraderie on this site. Be helpful and not so critical. You'll live longer.
Steve
PNewitt said:As a consequence of these "spy photos" of (what may be the pilot car for) the '07 GT/CS, I will be writing a letter to SVT to explain who I am, and to (politely) point out some of the things we have discussed here. I think with the advent of these boards, it would be amiss to not take advantage of your immediate comments, and compile them to let SVT know what we think. After all, we are closer to the GT/CS than anyone else on the planet!
Here will be some of my comments:
1. Front Fascia: Should look more likethe Shelby GT-500. At least the same "mouth" under the bumper as the Shelby. The grille should be sans running horse. Rectangular fog lights placed in the grille would be more appropiate than the GT Fogs. The '05 "Pony" (and Ford GT) fog lights would be better (but without horse and chrome trim). This would make the '07 CS more discinctive.
2. Side Stripe: Try to use the "GT/CS" logo on the side scoop, instead of the forward door area. Since the '04 Mach 1 used the original font, please use the same, 1968 font for the logo
3. Side Scoop: the side scoop should be wide enough in proportion to accept the striped GT/CS logo. No upper side scoop. This will allow greater "blind spot" visibility, as well as continue the "lower scoop only for the CS" for the convertible version (so it looks consistent).
4. Ducktail spoiler only--no wing. Please use similar striping on the back of the spoiler to (at least) mimick the original 1968 decklid stripes.
5. A distinctive taillight panel, between the taillights could mimick the '65 T-Bird lights, as well as include a center section (around the faux gas cap) that would include the words "CALIFORNIA SPECIAL" in chrome that ran across the bottom. At least the lettering: "GT/CS" placed in the middle of the gas cap (similar to the "CE" already in use in No. California).
ANY other comments--ideas?? Please write them here on this thread ASAP. My letter goes out on Monday (Jan 30th).
Thanks!
Paul Newitt