nlwest21 asked:


Jean Cocteau once said “A car can massage organs which no masseur can reach. It is the one remedy for the disorders of the great sympathetic nervous system.” Jean Cocteau found automobiles to be a masseur of the whole body. I bet Jean was probably talking about a Ford Mustang when he was writing this quote. Now if you want to find a Mustang that will give you the best message then you should ride in the 2008 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR.

The 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR is a special-edition GT500 in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the original “King of the Road.” The GT500KR is a product after the GT500 to wear the mostly extinct SVT Badge trying to prove to us that Ford still has a performance division.

The 1967 New York auto show host the launch of the original Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR that is powered by a 428 cubic inch Cobra Jet V-8 engine with 335 horsepower. The 2008 Shelby KR models are supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 engine under the hood with a Ford Power Upgrade Pack that comes with revised ignition timing and throttle calibration. The 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR that over takes the older model by 205 horsepower.

Other than the racing stripes and hood vents the other Shelby GT500’s have, the 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR comes with a signature hood with two forward looking mail slots at the leading edge of the hood feeding the blown 5.4’s appetite for air and twist-down hood pins for a more secure racing genius.

The test done recently on the Shelby GT badge did not go well when the stick through pins of the badge vibrated out on rough terrain. The badges used on the Cobra grille and fenders have wings on them in celebration of the 40th anniversary GT500KR edition. The rocker stripes on the GT500KR are the same as it predecessor.

They have a Triton engine that uses four valves per cylinder instead of three that are used in the iron block truck version and they use the cylinder heads from the Ford GT, that has a aluminum block.

Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe once said “There is no past that we can bring back by longing for it. There is only an eternally new now that builds and creates itself out of the Best as the past withdraws.” So remember these thoughts when thinking about purchasing the 2008 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR. It will not last forever.

They are only going to produce one thousand of these, they will being selling the 2008 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500KR in Spring. You can probably bet with the S word on the hood and a power bump should have about $12,000 premium, putting the King of the Road about $50,000 area.

The director of the advanced product creation and SVT division of ford Hermann Salenbauch said the Shelby GT500 is one of the most successful cars they have ever made in almost every way.



JERE

Chuck Smith asked:


One year of rigid testing is worth it because Ford has eventually set forth a high-performance Mustang that delivers comfy everyday ride as well as nerve-racking drag race drive feel. The secret of this groundbreaking vehicle is the sophisticated ROUSH Competition Line of performance parts that completes its race-ready Drag Pack Mustang appeal.

With the development of the sophisticated Ford Mustang performance parts, the vehicle is set to break away from the limitations of street driving. Moreover, it is now also designed to face the barriers of drag racing. Further, it can roll from the street to the strip.

Ford wants to show that Mustang is growing up with time. Hence, to make it more powerful than before, the automaker incorporated the Roush features to it. Roush Drag Pack Mustang is the successor of Super Jet Cobra, a drag racing vehicle from Ford that has been introduced in 1969.

Roush Drag Pack Mustang is given enhanced Ford Mustang wheels, connecting rods, oil cooler, modified crankshaft, and an option of 3.91 or 4.30 Traction-Lok gears. Several parts of said Mustang version are upgraded. These parts include clutch Ford Mustang, flywheel, pinion gear set, one-piece driveshaft with safety loop, posi rear differential, control arm brackets, high-strength axle shafts, and more.

Unique features of Roush Drag Pack Mustang include new location of battery to create better weight distribution, smaller ROUSHcharger pulley and engine calibration, new tachometer with shift light, and the inclusion of an external on/off switch.

“When we returned to having a drag racing program last season I challenged the team at ROUSH Performance to build a car that can be driven to the track, have the tires changed to slicks, and perform on the drag strip,” said Jack Roush, the brains behind the new formula. “This Drag Pack Mustang is the culmination of those efforts.”

Roush has a liking for drag racing that goes back to when he started his motorsports career in the late ’60s. Roush personally oversaw the maturity of the new Mustang, which is based from the flagship Roush Stage 3. In the testing phase, the 2007 Mustang yielded 430 horsepower run in the 11.9-second and 113 mph range.



TRACEY

David Anthony asked:


The Mustang has been loved by car enthusiasts since it was first introduced back in the Swinging Sixties. In fact, the Mustang had one of the most successful auto launches in history! People were enthralled with a car that had sleek sports car looks and a smooth, powerful engine. The Mustang was the best of both worlds… the ultimate status symbol and the most powerful car of its time.

Boss Mustangs were infused with a powerful engine, a sturdy design and stylish good looks. Each series in the Boss line was slightly different in design and engine, but all were excellent performers.

The first of the Boss series, the 302, came out in 1969. It had a 302 (surprise!) engine that was documented 290 hp. Owners of this vehicle would later dispute this by saying the horsepower was closer to 350. This vehicle came standard with exterior stripes and front spoilers. The rest was optional and could be added for extra fees.

The Boss 429 was available in 1969 and 1970 only. This means that Boss fans had only two years to purchase this automobile new. Because of this, there is a lot of interest in finding a mint Boss 429 or at least, finding one that can be renovated to look like it did originally. As a standard Mustang SportsRoof, this car came without the usual extravagant paint job or decals. Instead, the focus was on its amazingly powerful 429 V8 engine and Magnum 500 wheels. The Boss 429 did not have an automatic transmission or air conditioning, but it did have a 375 horse power engine! The air conditioning must have been left out simply because there was no more room under the hood with such a gigantic engine taking up all the space!

The Boss 351 enjoyed many acclaims in its day as well. It was produced only in 1971 and had a 330 hp four-bolt Cleveland block and crank shaft. This Boss had a large hood scoop and amazing performance. Because of its rarity, the 351 is probably the most popular of the Boss series amongst collectors.

Back in the day, a Boss Mustang would have set you back only a few thousand dollars. Today, depending upon their condition, these cars can be sold for over three hundred thousand dollars. This is due to the fact that these cars are not only still beloved, they’re a hobby.

Some people drive their Boss Mustangs, while others only have them for show. Those that don’t purchase their Boss in mint condition will quickly let restoring it become their favorite pastime.

There are many reproductions of the Boss series out there and it’s takes a person with an extensive knowledge of the Ford Mustang to be able to tell the real from the fake. Keep an eye out for the original parts, decals and always know the VIN and chassis number. Each car was documented by these numbers and with a little research, you can find out for yourself if the car you want to buy is truly a Boss Mustang or not. Be aware that creating a fake Boss is very much an art. The people that do it aren’t amateurs and have been known to fool even those considered to be experts. So, before you hand over the cash, beef up on Boss so you can rest assured that you’ve just purchased the real deal.



MAURO

Chuck Smith asked:


Ford is proud to unleash its redesigned version of Mustang. Said vehicle is a revived version of the automaker’s classic muscle car. Ford rivals in said segment are active in the competition. In fact, there is a great possibility that an all out pony car war among automakers will take effect.

“We embrace the Pony wars,” says James Owens, Mustang marketing manager. “Mustang is the authentic American muscle car. In fact, Mustang is the only one of the original pony cars from the 1960s to live on into the 21st century with no interruption in production.”

Owens added, “Mustang has two kinds of buyers. People under 40 and people over 40. That sounds like a joke but its true. Our target customer “Drew” is a younger person who likes the Mustang because its basically cool. But our consumption customer is the baby boomer. These are people who no longer need the mini van or SUV and who fondly remember the Mustang of their youth.”

Ford noted that Mustang production streak is destined to continue. This is because the sales proved to be soaring. In fact, in September this year, Ford yielded more than 30 percent increase in sales. Mark Fields, executive vice president and president, the Americas, confirmed that a new Mustang variation will be introduced annually.

Upgraded Ford Mustang parts accessories deliver the new appeal of the new car. This is designed by Ford to prove that Mustang is growing up to evolve with the auto industry’s metamorphosis. Ford Mustang auto parts also evolve with every model. Now that Ford is aimed at introducing fresh Mustangs every year, then it is to be anticipated that auto parts will be enhanced and upgraded accordingly. This is for the purpose of adjusting with the expanded market and the innovations in the auto industry.

Young and old alike can choose from 4 basic Mustang variations - Coupe or Convertible, available in Deluxe or Premium Arrays, in both GT and V6. Also available is the V-6 Pony Package which includes a distinctive Pony grille, stripes, fog lights, 17-inch wheels and rear spoiler.

The editors of Edmunds.com expressed their appreciation to the redesigned Mustang, “Whether you choose a V6 or V8, a coupe or convertible, this is one of the best values on the market for consumers seeking traditional rear-wheel-drive performance.”

Certainly, Mustang is determined to defend its standing as the leading pony in the corral called automotive world.



JUDSON

nlwest21 asked:


Richard Bach once said “A cloud does not know why it moves in just such a direction and at such a speed…It feels an impulsion…this is the place to go now. But the sky knows the reasons and the patterns behind all clouds, and you will know, too, when you lift yourself high enough to see beyond horizons.” Richard has left out some need to know information – How do we get beyond the horizon? Well for those of you seeking the answer. You get beyond the horizon in a Ford Mustang.

In 1993 Ford had a brilliant idea to create a special in-house team that will focus on pure power and performance. They named the group the Special Vehicle Team and for years it was the only one of its kind. Chief engineer for Ford SVT was John Coletti who was able to push out some of the best and most powerful cars on the market.

In 2003 Coletti had completed his 10th year in operation of SVT and sold 100,000 high performance cars. This included the SVT Lightning and the fourth generation SVT Cobra Mustang. In order to celebrate this milestone they created one of the highest rated horsepower and torque Mustangs that they could during that time. The total cost of this special edition Cobra was $34,750 with the convertible costing $38,850.

The 2003 SVT Cobra Mustang is built with the four-valve aluminum heads that can also be found on the Mustang Mach 1 - but it is also built with an Eaton Roots-type supercharger. This engine pushes out 390 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 390 pound-ft of torque at 3500 rpm.

It also comes with a T-56 six speed manual transmission, bigger tires, improved brakes, and stiffer rear spring that can handle more power. The interior is finished with some brushed aluminum accents, heavily bolstered Nudo leather bucket seats, and titanium colored gauges.



TOBIAS

tsd1962 asked:

A Bugatti Veyron prepares to compete in the Great American Run, by racing against a customized Saleen Mustang, to see more go to www.greatamericanrun.com
And join these cars, and many like them, on the Great American Run

And, to check out this customized mustang, go to: www.ubbmustang.com

RALEIGH

TheAutoChannel asked:

David Ray, Founder of Hooked on Driving, provides an in-depth review of the incredible Roush Mustang GT. Get more information at TheAutoChannel.com.

JEAN