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What is up with the V6 Top Speed????

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Old 09-15-2012, 06:28 PM
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Old 09-16-2012, 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by totaljustice
I have no intention of going that fast on the street even with the aluminum drive shaft. I just don't like the fact that I spent money on a sports car that my wife's Hyundai Accent sport would keep up with on the straights.
oh thats a sinking feeling,with 30k involved ,you would of been better off with a GT that is 1 or 2 years older with low mileage
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Old 09-25-2012, 06:38 PM
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I couldn't accept the answers I was getting and went and asked Ford directly about the speed limiter question. Below is the response, in it's entirety and it's not because of the driveshaft. Remember that this is for the 2012 Mustang V6 only as I was not concerned with any other model. Anyway here it is.

Dear Mr. totaljustice

My name is Patrick and I am with the Ford of Canada Customer Relationship Centre.

I received your message on September 20, 2012 regarding feedback for your 2012 Ford Mustang. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to address your inquiry.

We are pleased to hear that your vehicle’s quality has exceeded your expectations.

Thank you for informing us about your positive experience. Your good news confirms our belief in the importance of exceptional products and services. When customers like yourself send us positive feedback, you help reinforce our efforts to provide the finest automotive experience in the industry.

According to our research it would not be possible to adjust the mechanism of the seat lock. We have documented your feedback regarding the difficulties that it presents.

Regarding the speed limiters, they can be used to limit the top speed for vehicles and for some classes of vehicle; such devices are a legal requirement. Many performance cars are limited to a speed of 250 kilometers per hour or lower to limit insurance costs of the vehicle, and reduce the risk of tires failing.

If you have any other inquiries or concerns, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to address them.

Thank you for contacting Ford of Canada.

Sincerely,
Patrick
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Old 09-25-2012, 06:47 PM
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^^ with all that being said, there most definitely is still an issue with the driveshafts on the V6's failing at high speeds. Maybe Ford doesn't recognize the issue, but it exists.
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Old 09-26-2012, 05:55 PM
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^^ I'm SURE Ford knows it. It's just easier to say they have to limit speed due to inurance requirements than say "our sports car will break if you try to set a land speed record". LOL Nothing wrong with that though, not too many V6's are designed to go over 250 kilometers per hour anyways.
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