I think you're right about the back seat thing, Rev. It seems to me that originally GT cars were supposed to be fast four seaters that were a bit luxurious and very comfortable but still hauled butt. Sort of a sports car for long trips at high speeds with multiple passengers as Medik mentioned.
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2000 GT Atl. Blue: '03 Cobra motor - 465rwhp/473rwtq, T-56 6-speed, full MM TA/PH & tubular K-member suspension, Saleen body, 17" Torq-Thrust II's, M/T ET Street radials, and lots more
'94 Rio Red Cobra: All the bolt-ons, 3.73s
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