Vagabond Member 9 Member For: 16y 11m 6d Posted 06/03/08 04:56 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 04:56 AM 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tab Sucker Moderating Team 32,303 Member For: 20y 9m 18d Gender: Male Location: Brisbane Posted 06/03/08 05:12 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 05:12 AM As far as I know there is no difference between the manual transmissions. to the site. Love the name Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobrav8 Member 1,969 Member For: 19y 10m 19d Gender: Male Location: New Zealand Posted 06/03/08 05:21 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 05:21 AM 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XRPete Member 673 Member For: 17y 5m 2d Gender: Male Location: Here Posted 06/03/08 06:42 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 06:42 AM 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBR Yaris member Member 4,486 Member For: 18y 7m 22d Gender: Male Posted 06/03/08 06:59 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 06:59 AM 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vagabond Member 9 Member For: 16y 11m 6d Posted 06/03/08 08:14 AM Author Share Posted 06/03/08 08:14 AM 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XRPete Member 673 Member For: 17y 5m 2d Gender: Male Location: Here Posted 06/03/08 08:28 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 08:28 AM mines got 60k on it and still clunks. Just lean to drive around it but still hear it sometimes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YPURV4 KILL,KILL,KILL,DIE,DIE,DIE, Member 2,813 Member For: 18y 9m 8d Gender: Male Posted 06/03/08 08:50 AM Share Posted 06/03/08 08:50 AM You want fast buy mine, best T in melbourne hands down.buts its an auto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iconic Bionic My engine bay is Bionic Donating Members 3,726 Member For: 18y 10m 24d Gender: Male Location: Freeways Posted 06/03/08 01:32 PM Share Posted 06/03/08 01:32 PM 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dagabond Bored Member Administrator 35,722 Member For: 22y 2m 29d Gender: Male Location: Dé·jà vu Posted 06/03/08 04:46 PM Share Posted 06/03/08 04:46 PM to the site. Love the name Scary idinit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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