Caymon,
I love my 02 GT vert, but I have to admit I'm disappointed in the build quality. My 95 GT is put together much better.
I've had a transmission replaced and still have problems in cold weather (which sucks because I live in Canada).
That being said, the car is very nice, the 4.6L pulls all the way to red line and delivers very smooth power. The convertible top works like a dream and has vurtually no leaks. After working on my 5.0L the 4.6L engine bay look scary
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All in all they are nice cars, and worth the money, but don't get rid of your 5.0!