Results 1 to 14 of 14

Thread: Coming back around again

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Jul 2011
    Location
    Houston
    Age
    47
    Posts
    639

    Coming back around again

    Hi,

    Wanted to reintroduce myself. Used to own a moderately modded 03 300a but effectively had to get rid of it because of a divorce. Had a bunch of plans for it that were well underway. Really enjoyed the car. Fun to drive. Either got a love it or hate it look, which I liked because it invoked opinion and feelings.

    Thankfully, somewhat back in a position to get another "reasonable" toy/project to have some fun with and to put my personal stamp on again. Been looking at a lot of different vehicles. All over the board really. From 96 impala SS's, 69-72 chevy c10s, 03-04 terminators, 01-04 lightnings, 02-03 HD f150s, and 03-04 marauders. Came close to a 70 c10, 71 c10 and a 96 ss. However, when it came time to pull the trigger, I was somewhat hesitant; like there was something in the back of my mind nagging me. Kept going back to the MM and would jump online to see what's out there. Not sure if it was because of my familiarity with the marauder or something entirely subconscious. Basically, missed the marauder so much.

    So on my last flirtation with a purchase (a built and beautifully customized 71 c10), I said I'd take the night to decide. Well, what did I do? Search MMs being offered while I laid in bed.

    There it was. Another 03 300a just staring at me. 1 owner. 15.5K miles. And what I considered a very reasonable price. Dealership who was selling the car also sold the car new to the original owner back in 2002 (car is a 6/02 build).

    Contacted the dealership the next day and struck a deal. Sight unseen, apart from pics and some specific videos I had the salesman take for me. Smartest thing I've ever done? Nope. Did this one feel right? YEP!

    Anyways, if all goes well, I'll take delivery of another MM in a couple weeks.

    Look at me just ramble lol! Like a kid excited for Christmas or his birthday lol!

    Pics added:







    Last edited by Black&Gifted; 10-17-2016 at 03:25 PM.

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Jul 2004
    Location
    Bossier City, La
    Age
    85
    Posts
    4,439
    Marauders seem to have that affect on people.

    Welcome back into the fold, you know the drill.

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Jan 2008
    Location
    Shell Beach
    Posts
    8,722
    Quote Originally Posted by Pat View Post
    Marauders seem to have that affect on people.

    Welcome back into the fold, you know the drill.
    What he said! Congrats!
    2004 Silver Birch

    Silver Birch Society

    "I hear and I Forget
    I see and I Remember
    I do and I Understand"


  4. #4
    Join Date
    Feb 2012
    Location
    harrison twp,mi
    Posts
    8,700
    Congrats on your purchase, nice choice!!
    Those were the days.........

    DANG THEY'RE CUTE!!!!!!
    Smile and Nod
    I love THIS bar

  5. #5
    Join Date
    Feb 2016
    Location
    Fleming Island, FL
    Age
    50
    Posts
    238
    Congrats! Keep us updated when you take delivery.

  6. #6
    Join Date
    Apr 2004
    Location
    Cochran, Georgia
    Posts
    1,365
    Welcome back to the MODNESS! It is contagious.
    2004 DTR Marauder, #423 of 9806
    2004 SB Marauder, SOLD
    2003 Black Marauder, #3029 of 7093
    2003 Black Supercharged Marauder, #1940 of 7093
    2003 DBP Marauder, #225 of 328, SOLD
    2007 Black Shelby GT Terlingua
    2017 Grabber Blue Mustang GT 5.0
    2018 Platinum White King Ranch F150 FX4

  7. #7
    Join Date
    Jul 2011
    Location
    Houston
    Age
    47
    Posts
    639
    Thanks, fellas. Looking forward to being back in the community. Will keep everyone posted


    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

  8. #8
    Join Date
    Nov 2014
    Location
    KC
    Age
    48
    Posts
    3,511
    Weeks?

    Hello dealer taxi

    Bet everyone takes their turn on that knob
    The twins2.3 whipple/aluminatorVortech V-2 lots of goodies

    Current marauders
    04 DTR totaled JUST NOW starting to part out 7-21-2021 https://youtu.be/REUxjP1BVpg

    04 Silver Birch Dark Charcoal Hardtop Whipple Supercharger
    04 Silver Birch Dark Charcoal Hardtop V2 Supercharger
    04 Silver Birch Dark Charcoal Converted
    03 DBP Light Flint #122
    03 DBP Dark Charcoal #232
    03 Silver Birch 300b Light Flint Going to fix er up
    03 Black 300a
    04 Silver Birch Dark Charcoal moonroof in the works

    04 Heaton Swapped DTR
    Joe's Wrecked DTR rebuild thread

  9. #9
    Join Date
    Nov 2007
    Location
    NorCal
    Age
    50
    Posts
    3,209
    Nice congrats!
    2003 Mercury Marauder 300A
    FRPP BOSS50 Block w/MMR 900S Stroker 5.3L DOHC 324ci 10:1cr - (321rwhp/360.5rwtq) - Tuned by AED

    2006 Ford Mustang GT
    FRPP FR3 Handling Pack|FRPP X Pipe w/GTA Exhaust|Steeda CAI|Hurst Shifter
    (289rwhp/307rwtq)

    2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 LQ4 6.0L LT 4WD
    Cognito leveling Kit, Fox 2.0, BFG KOA2 Radial All Terrains, Magnaflow, K&N and 4.10 gears

  10. #10
    Join Date
    Jul 2011
    Location
    Houston
    Age
    47
    Posts
    639
    Quote Originally Posted by Turbov6Bryan View Post
    Weeks?

    Hello dealer taxi

    Bet everyone takes their turn on that knob
    Well, that's always a risk if you aren't buying locally, aren't purchasing in person or it isn't being loaded onto the carrier the day you purchase.

    Issue is I'm traveling for the next 10 days so no way to take delivery from the shipping company. Also, it's located at a small town dealership in the middle of Arkansas (population 10,000). So not convenient for me to get to it via plane to drive it back home myself.

    I have a pic of the odometer (15,741) to be exact. The pic was taken on Monday. Thus, anything more than 5 more miles on it and I'll know something's been up, and I've already let the dealer know about that.

    Dealer is also putting on 4 new tires as it still had the original tires on it! They are also changing the fluids for me.

    Trust me, if I could have it today, I would.

  11. #11
    Join Date
    Feb 2009
    Location
    Upstate NY
    Posts
    4,373

    Coming back around again

    hey there! Glad you got another one, sounds pretty mint to me!

    Congrats! post up some pics when you get her.

    ...and welcome back
    2021 F150 XLT Super Crew short bed - no chrome! - 3.5 Ecoboost 400hp/500tq - 36 Gal tank (600 miles) - 4x4 FX4 Offroad + Max Tow - 3.55 Locker - 10 Speed - Pro Power 2kva - 24mpg @ 80 Ford is still the best.
    03 300A - Number 1727
    - Super Touring - 10k in the best upgrades - 13.8@99 N/A - SOLD
    - STAP was so much fun, loved meeting you all and racing.



  12. #12
    Join Date
    Jul 2011
    Location
    Houston
    Age
    47
    Posts
    639
    Car was delivered last night! Very clean! Pics added to first post.


    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

  13. #13
    Join Date
    Oct 2008
    Location
    Massachusetts
    Age
    32
    Posts
    900
    Quote Originally Posted by Black&Gifted View Post
    Car was delivered last night! Very clean! Pics added to first post.


    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
    Very clean, congrats!

  14. #14
    Join Date
    Aug 2011
    Location
    The Triad,NC
    Posts
    980
    Congratulations on the new MM & welcome back.
    2003 Marauder 300A
    #3968 of 7838
    Black/Dark Charcoal
    Build date: 08/22/2002
    Adopted: 08/21/2011 at 76,404 miles
    Joined the 100k mile club on 04/14/2013
    at I-95 North at New Smyrna Beach,FL


    List of modifications:
    • Ford Escape 6 CD audiophile unit
    • LCM/EATC upgrades courtesy of FBM

    • Acme wheel lock kit (20 locks/1 key)

    • Trunk plate for 1998-2010 Crown Victoria (Havis part # C-3054)

    • Innovative Interceptors 3.5 in resonator deleted exhaust tips courtesy of RoyLPita

    • Trunk organizer

    • Marty's tune

    • Big brake upgrade




    1995 Ford CVPI
    Purchased : 03/1999 [77k miles]
    Sold:03/2015 [330k miles]

    2001 Chevrolet Impala
    Inherited 02/2015 [93k miles]
    Sold:03/2023 [170k miles]

    2005 Lincoln Town Car Signature
    Purchased 03/2023 with 56k original miles.
    New DD.

    R.I.P. REX aka S/C CHEESEHEAD


Thread Information

Users Browsing this Thread

There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads

  1. '99 Turbo 5.3 Crown Vic coming back together!
    By CameronVic in forum Drag Racing Round-up
    Replies: 19
    Last Post: 05-12-2013, 08:57 AM
  2. Arcade......is it ever coming back?
    By SID210SA in forum The Lounge
    Replies: 9
    Last Post: 10-04-2012, 12:26 PM
  3. LOOK OUT CAM'rs, I'M COMING BACK!
    By jabird56 in forum Capital Area Marauders
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 05-02-2007, 06:39 PM
  4. Is the CLASSIFIED section coming back?
    By CRUZTAKER in forum Site Questions and Suggestions
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 11-14-2005, 10:07 PM
  5. Replies: 35
    Last Post: 11-17-2003, 04:32 PM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •