2010 Mustang Review

So what do I think of the new 2010 Ford Mustang, it’s pretty stylish off hand. But, overall I think Ford could of done better on the performance side. The only thing different is a cold air induction system and an engine-bay strut tower brace, so there really hasn’t been a big upgrade in mustang parts. I still like it though, the front end looks sharper and has a muscular look to it. Kind of like it wants to get up and runaway from you!

The car still has a quickness to it, the car is said to go 0-60mph in around five seconds flat. The rumors circling around the web is that the 2011 mustang will get an upgrade in its engine bay with a brand new 5.0l up from the 4.6l. So if I were you and you plan on getting a new Mustang, I would hold out until next year when they sink a 5.0L engine in this muscle car.

The base price of the Mustang GT Premium will set you back $31,845, as test $37,295. Still give Ford props for making a overall nice muscle car, just needs an upgrade in mustang parts. Next year we might see it with the new 5.0L.

Death Race Mustang

If you’re looking for a sweet Mustang movie to watch, look no further than death race. Some might say it was a little cheesy and it didn’t have a whole lot of good acting in it, but I thought the action was sweet as hell.

Jason Statham’s movies are usually a hit or miss anyways, I’m not really partial to them. This movie however had a lot of nice muscle car action scenes in it. It’s pretty cool how they latch on machine guns on the cars and RPGs, there’s a ton of gore in it. One girl gets her stomach slashed up by sharp blades off of a rim and another guy gets smashed into pieces. And yes, the girls are hot, Natalie Martinez is drop dead gorgeous.

So if you have a little money in your pocket go pick it up or hit up blockbuster video and rent it.

03-04 Cobra Wheels great Buy

If you’re looking for a nice set of chrome rims to buy for your old or late model mustang, look no further than the 03-04 Cobra Wheels. They are a very sharp styled rims with different sizes ranging from 17×9 to 18×9. There are even wider sizes if you’re looking for a little more rubber for your muscle car.

I especially like the flat spoke look, the only rim similar to it is the C6 rim. It looks even better in chrome if you are looking for a more flashier look.

Dual Friction Centerforce Clutch for V6 Mustangs

I know what you are thinking and your probably asking yourself why does a V6 Mustang need a performance clutch. Well because these days you can take a stock V6 Mustang right off the dealer lot and add some bolt-ons, a supercharger or turbo to make as much if not more reliable horsepower and torque then your basic GT for thousands less. It’s a scary thought for most GT owners but it’s the plain simple truth that there are V6 Mustangs running around that could give some GT owners a run for their money.

To give V6 Mustang owners some piece of mind who have high torque, high horsepower applications Centerforce is introducing a new Dual Friction clutch assembly for 2005-07 Ford Mustangs with the 4.0L V6 engine. The clutch assembly replaces the stock pressure plate with a more reliable assembly that has a higher holding capactiy. The new clutch assembly is also a direct bolt in part for perfect fit and function. This new clutch assembly is specifically for high torque street driving and light racing applications according to Centerforce. The Dual Friction part number is DF490309 which includes the pressure plate and Disc. Also available is the Centerforce II clutch assembly for V6 Mustangs with basic bolt-ons, the part number for the pressure plate is CFT363309 and the disc is 280490 which are sold separately.

Shelby GT-H Registry is Now Open

Over at Shelby Autos(dot)com Ford owners can register their 2006 Shelby GT-H Mustangs. Their is an online form that needs to be filled out with the usual stuff like name, address, phone, email, VIN number, CSM number, Date of purchase and the place of purchase. To register your 2006 Shelby GT-H head on over to the registration page here. Also listed on the homepage it says the Shelby GT500 and Shelby GT registrations will begin soon. So from that statement we can expect to see all the Shelby Mustangs with a registry quite soon.

First Shelby GT went for $600k

First Shelby Mustang GT went for $600k at the Barret-Jackson auction, pretty amazing if you ask me. Now thats a price I would like to sell a car for, lol. It’s about the same price the GT500 went for, I hope both of these consumers are happy with the product they bought. All I can say is, they better be!!! It’s great to see an american product go for that much though, I’m happy for Ford and for the consumers. Hey, this is what keeps our economy going.

2008 Saleen S281 RF

Since 1984, Saleen has been seen b y many as the benchmark of performance, exclusivity, and unmatched value for custom built Mustangs. There have been many different models over the years and some pretty exclusive special editions.

Saleen Inc is now introducing a new vehicle that continues that tradition: The 2008 Saleen S281 RF. The S281 RF blends performance with distinct styling all at $49,995 MSRP (including destination). Limited to 100 units the RF features exclusive red accents, Saleen’s patented 465 HP twin-screw supercharger, and other Saleen performance parts. The S281 RF will only be available in two colors, black and alloy. Please contact your local Saleen certified dealer to find out when the new Saleen S281 RF will arrive near you.

2 COLORS ▫ 100 UNITS ▫ 465 HP ▫ $49,995 INCLUDING FREIGHT
LIMITED PRODUCTION – ONLY 100 UNITS
ENGINE
281 CID (4.6L) 3-Valve SOHC V8
465 HP @ 5800 RPM
425 lb-ft TQ @ 4000 RPM
3.55” x 3.54” Bore & Stroke
39 lb/hr Fuel Injectors
98 mm MAF
Port Matched Series VI Integrated Twin-Screw Supercharger
Dual-Stage Water-to-Air Intercooler System
Hi-Flow Inlet Tube, Air Box Cover & Filter
PowerFlash™ Performance Calibration
2.5” Stainless Steel Center Exhaust System

DRIVETRAIN
5-Speed Manual Transmission
with 8.8″ Differential, 3.31:1 Final Drive

RACECRAFT SUSPENSION
Linear-Rate, Coil Springs (F/R)
Sway Bars, 1.38″ with HD Bushings (F), 0.79″ (R)
Front Struts (N2), Rear Shocks (N2)
Three-Link, Live Rear Axle with Panhard Rod

INTERIOR
Leather Performance Driving Seats with Red Stitching,
6-Way Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat & Power Lumbar
6-Gauge Instrument Cluster with 200 MPH Speedometer
& MyColor Feature
Chrome Dash Vent Bezels
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Badge
Leather Shift Boot with Red Stitching
Leather-Wrapped Billet Shift Knob & Short-Throw Shifter
Performance Driving Pedals with Driver Foot Brace
Serialized Dash Plaque
S281 Floor Mats & Aluminum Door Sill Plates
Saleen Key Fob
One-Touch Up/Down Power Windows
AM/FM/CD Sound System
Two Power Outlets
Variable-Speed Windshield Wipers
Air Conditioning
Rear Window Defroster
Dual Power Side-View Mirrors
Saleen/Eagle One Detail Kit
Owner’s Document Portfolio & Warranty Guide

BRAKING SYSTEM
Power Assisted 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS
12.4” Vented Front Disc Brake System
11.8” Vented Rear Disc Brake

WHEELS & TIRES
20” Chrome Finished Alloy, 7-Spoke Wheels
High Performance Dunlop Tires
Tire Pressure Monitoring System

EXTERIOR
Injection Molded Thermoplastic Olefin (TPO)
Front & Rear Fascias
Injection Molded TPO Side Skirts & Door Cladding
Front Grille
Integrated Front Turn Signals
Rear Center Body Panel
Rear Spoiler & End Caps
S281 Supercharged Graphics & Identification
RF Red Saleen Windshield Graphic
RF Red Saleen Bumper Insert
RF Red Serialized Front Bumper
Serialized Engine Bay Plaque
Championship Wreath Graphic

SAFETY & SECURITY
Dual-Stage Airbags
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
Crash Severity Sensor
Lower Anchors & Tethers for Children (Latch) Safety Seats
Remote Keyless & Illuminated Entry System
3-Point Safety Belts for All Seating Positions
Side-Impact Door Beams

COLOR COMBINATIONS
Exterior Color/Graphic Color/Wheel Color
Black Clearcoat/Red/Chrome
Alloy Clearcoat Metallic/Red/Chrome

GENERAL DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES (COUPE)
Vehicle Weight: 3620 lbs
Weight Distribution: 53/47 (F/R)
Wheelbase: 107.10 in
Track: 62.8 in/63.9 in (F/R)
Width: 74.0 in
Length: 189.1 in
Height: 56.0 in
Trunk Space: 13.1 cu ft
Fuel Capacity: 15.7 gal

Roush/Ford Racing GT500 Supercharger Upgrade

Owners of the new Ford GT500 are justifiably proud of their car and proud of the 500 horsepower under the hood. Now the engineers at ROUSH and Ford Racing Technologies, the collective leaders in Ford power-rain development, have unveiled a new Ford Racing GT500 Supercharger which boosts the performance to 605 horsepower.

The new Ford Racing GT500 Supercharger pushes the horsepower to 605 with 554 lb.-ft of torque while keeping a 1-year/12,000 mile drivetrain warranty. The complete system also includes a cold air kit and a Ford Racing ProCal(TM) calibration tool.

This package is now available through Ford Racing Technologies distributors and directly from ROUSH Performance. “Ford developed a magnificent engine with the creation of the 5.4-liter V-8 engine. They are able to pull 500 horsepower which is amazing for a street car and it’s no wonder it has quickly become one of the most sought-after Mustangs,” said Jack Roush. “But we thought we could get a little more out of that engine. In tandem, we were able to pull another 105 horsepower without compromising the warranty and I have no doubt that this new Ford Racing Supercharger will be in very high demand by owners of the Shelby GT500.”

The Ford Racing GT500 Supercharger is a new TVS roots-style technology and features a considerable improvement in both airflow and efficiency. The bottom line is the more airflow, the more power. Noteworthy is that this is the first application that will be incorporating this new technology, both on the OE and aftermarket side.

The cold air intake kit considerably reduces pressure drop across the stock air box and filter element. It comes with a high-flow, large 6-inch conical filter and the rotomolded airbox seals to the hood to reduce leakage. Again, the bottom line is less loss equals more airflow which results in more power

Shelby and Quantum Performance Open Texas Mod-Shop

Shelby Automobiles, Inc. has chosen Quantum Performance as its third Mod Shop location to build high performance versions of current generation Shelby and Ford Mustangs for enthusiasts in Texas , Oklahoma and Louisiana . Quantum Performance will open the “Southwest Shelby Mod Shop” at a dedicated facility in the Dallas suburb of Farmers Branch , Texas , during November 2007. Quantum Performance is not to be confused with Unique Performance, also in Farmers Branch Texas, which is part of Quantum-Tecstar – a completely unrelated company.

“Carroll took a bunch of hot rodders and welded them into a ferocious team in 1965, so we’re doing the same thing in select areas of the country ,” said Amy Boylan, president of Shelby Automobiles. “By teaming with the pros at Quantum Performance, we’ll bring more ‘ Shelby magic’ to enthusiasts in Shelby ’s home area. This is a significant milestone that demonstrates our commitment to revving up the delivery of packages like the Super Snake GT500 and authentic Shelby performance parts.”

Authorized mod shops will support the Las Vegas Shelby factory and modification facility by offering p ackages that enhance the handling, styling and power of current generation V6 and V8 Ford Mustangs and Shelbys . After intensive training by the Shelby factory team, Quantum’s Shelby Mod Shop will offer Shelby “Super Snake” packages for the 2007 and 2008 Ford Shelby GT500, the Shelby CS6, CS8, and Shelby GT500 40 th anniversary packages, as well as clothing, accessories and other packages. Each vehicle will sport an official Shelby badge denoting the origin of all modifications for inclusion in the official Shelby Registry.

Quantum Performance will also enhance Mustangs with authentic Shelby Performance Parts. Individual components will include upgraded brakes, superchargers, suspension components and cosmetic pieces such as hoods and fascias exclusively designed at Shelby Automobiles. Shelby factory experts will be actively involved in helping the Mod Shop meet Carroll Shelby’s personal expectations for quality and delivery.

“As passionate enthusiasts who love to make cars faster, we’re thrilled to work with Carroll Shelby and the Shelby Automobiles team,” stated Quantum Performance President Jim Mango. “Based on our experience building and racing fast cars, we know we can help satisfy the growing hunger for genuine Shelby performance in the area that bred one of the greatest automotive legends of our time.”

Quantum Performance was founded on five decades of business and automotive expertise. The team has built scores of high performance contemporary and vintage vehicles, enhanced hundreds of muscle cars and owned dozens of Shelbys . Members of the executive team have extensive experience building multi-million dollar companies and in all forms of amateur racing. The company also pioneered a service program for vintage muscle car owners that keep them in top condition. Quantum recently constructed a new facility dedicated to the Shelby Mod Shop program including a dyno, showroom and assembly line.

“ Enthusiasts have asked us to give them a way to enhance the performance of their current generation Ford Mustang or Shelby right in their own area ,” stated Ms. Boylan. “Now, Shelby enthusiasts in the Southwest can turn up the wick on their cars with Shelby programs at Quantum instead of sending them all the way to Nevada for the ‘ Shelby treatment.’ The Southwest Shelby Mod Shop will have Shelby trained production specialists who know Mustangs inside and out, and are also experts in Shelby Performance Parts and packages.”

The Quantum Performance Shelby Mod Shop is scheduled to open in November 2007. Up to four other Shelby Mod Shops will be opened in key U.S. and international markets during the next year.

Saleen Retires From Saleen inc.

Steve Saleen, founder and vice chairman of the board at Saleen Inc., today announced his official retirement from the company’s executive team. After years of planning, Mr. Saleen will take a greater step back from the company’s day-to-day operations to act as corporate spokesperson and ambassador for the brand.

“I have a vested interest in the company’s future and intend to remain involved,” said Steve Saleen. “I take great pride in knowing I have assembled a team of the most talented and innovative professionals in the industry. Each person at Saleen has helped me achieve my dream and will help to continue my legacy into the next generation of Saleen products and services.”

As founder and a major shareholder in the company, Mr. Saleen will continue to influence product design and development activities, as well as its branding strategies and promotional efforts.

OEM PROJECTS
Saleen Inc. has experienced tremendous growth in the past few years, producing nearly 5,000 vehicles in 2006 alone. Future manufacturing plans include multiple vehicle lines of Fordderived vehicles (Saleen S281, Heritage and S331 Sport Trucks), as well as the S7 Twin Turbo, the world’s fastest production car. After tremendous successes in the design and production of the Ford GT for Ford Motor Company, Saleen Inc. will soon announce new original equipment manufacturer (OEM) programs with both Ford Motor Company and DaimlerChrysler to begin in spring 2007.

“Saleen has become a name synonymous with performance,” said Dan Reiner, chairman of Saleen Inc. “It makes a lot of sense to let Steve take on an auxiliary role to maintain his vision and continue building the world’s greatest performance products. Steve’s many years of hard work have provided a great foundation for the company in the automotive industry, propelling the company beyond Saleen-branded products to become an industry leader in the performance category.”