Buying An Xr6t: Ba Mkii Vs Bf?

[Vagabond]

Hey there guys,

I've recently become a Ford fanatic. I've historically not been much of a car enthusiast but the more and more I read about XR6T's the more and more I want one. Screw the riceburners!

I get my full license in November this year (so no more turbo restriction) so I'm already planning what I want... I'm planning on buying a second-hand car, around the 25-30k. I think with the new range of Falcons coming out this year 2nd hand prices should come down a little faster than usual... Just in time!

The BA MKII and the original BF seem to fall in a similar price band. I'm trying to find out what are the major differences between the two?

I'm def. after the 6-speed manual. Is there much of a difference between the transmissions in these two cars? Any other considerations?

I'm trying to learn as much as possible.. All input appreciated!

Thanks.

[tab]

As far as I know there is no difference between the manual transmissions.

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[cobrav8]

The only mechanical difference between BA II and BF really is the 5 kw from Variable Cam control. The BFs are easier to detect the edit.

The other differences are largely cosmetic, until later BFs that have better rods and valvesprings like the F6.

[XRPete]

I was in your exact situation late last year. I went the BA mk11.

My only tip would try and find a manaul with out the clunks. Mine clunks heaps.

[SCRIBR]

Love the name

welcome.. get a BF.. they might be similar price now but in 2-3 years when you want to sell BF look's a lot better than BAII

[Vagabond]

Probably not looking to sell for ages - as long as the machine is fast and fun to drive I'll have no need to pour any more money in a newer vehicle (unless my job lands me one)...

My dream car is an Audi RS4 so I think I have a far way to go, lol... Nothing in mind to make me want to get anything

Since I'm a auto-noob, how much does a manual gearbox cost to replace? Pretty stupid question I bet. Don't laugh too hard!

Hoping for a car around 50-60km so I hope the clunking won't be too bad

[XRPete]

mines got 60k on it and still clunks. Just lean to drive around it but still hear it sometimes

[YPURV4]

You want fast buy mine, best T in melbourne hands down.

buts its an auto

[Iconic Bionic]

The newer model will always be better for re-sale and also be a more up to date car. Now that the BF's get the ZF 6sp auto, make sure you drive one before deciding completely on a manuel. The ZF has converted a lot of ppl on here.

And if your going to mod it, make sure its a BF with the stronger internal engine components.

I.B.

[Dagabond]

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Scary idinit...