Showing posts with label Ford Mustang. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ford Mustang. Show all posts

1967 Mustang GT V8 Built By Lego Enthusiast

Remember the 2009 Chevy Camaro built with Legos that we showed you a while ago (click here if you missed out on it) ? Well, as one of our readers pointed out to us, the same guy who goes by the nickname “Crowkillers” has also built a replica of a 1967 Mustang GT V8 using Lego parts. As you can see in our image gallery after the jump, he did a pretty good job with them. -Continued











Link: Brickshelf

Ford to Build 2009 Shelby GT500KR Mustangs 540Hp

If you thought that you wouldn’t be able to get your hands on one of the 1,000 40th-Anniversary Edition Shelby GT500KR “King of the Road” Mustangs that are scheduled for production this year, you’ll be happy to know that Ford announced that it will build an additional 746 units for the 2009 model year. Of that total, 571 units will be available for U.S. customers thus equaling the 1,571-unit production run of the original Shelby GT500KR. The remainder of the units will be for countries that did not receive 2008 models.

“The response to this car has been overwhelming, so I’m glad we can share it with more Mustang enthusiasts,” said Carroll Shelby. “This car is really special to me and demonstrates that when Shelby Automobiles gets together with Ford SVT and Ford Racing, we can deliver a Mustang that will compete with the best in the world.” (Pic edited by Carscoop) -Image gallery after the jump









Ford to Auction KNIGHT RIDER Shelby Mustangs at Barrett-Jackson

At the 6th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event on March 29, 2008, in West Palm Beach, Ford will auction two of the actual KITT Shelby Mustangs used in NBC's "Knight Rider" pilot TV movie that aired in February. All proceeds from the auction will benefit “Salute to Education”, a corporate sponsored scholarship program funded by the San Diego County Ford dealers and Ford Motor Company.

Although it goes without saying that the new KITT’s appeal comes nowhere close to the original Pontiac based model from the 1980’s TV series, the two cars are unique. According to Ford, the GT500KR based "Super KITT" and "Attack Mode KITT" will be sold as a pair. Pic edited by Carscoop – Details on both vehicles after the jump

"Super KITT" was built using a black Mustang GT with 4.6 Liter V8 that was upfitted with a Ford Racing Whipple Super-charger to make 500 horsepower. Additional performance elements include 6-piston Brembo Brakes, FRC500 Suspension Pak, High Flow Ford Racing X-Pipe and Ford Racing mufflers with stainless tips. The exterior sports a GT500KR fiberglass hood with a KITT heartbeat light, GT500 front and rear bumper covers, matte black LeMans stripes, matte finish rocker panels, GT500KR rear spoilers and 20" forged aluminum wheels.

"Attack Mode KITT" began as a black Mustang GT with 4.6 Liter V8, auto transmission, custom front valance/grille based on the GT500KR, carbon graphite chin spoiler, custom rear bumper cover, custom side faux air scoops, custom side skirt/rocker panel, two-tiered rear spoiler, custom rear window insert, custom turn signal trim, custom headlight trim brow and 20" forged black aluminum wheels. Performance features include Brembo Brakes, a FRC Suspension Pak and Ford Racing mufflers with stainless tips.

Would You Buy a 4-Cylinder Camaro, Challenger or Mustang?

Speaking at the New York Auto Show, GM’s Vice Chairman Bob Lutz revealed that General Motors is considering a 4-cylinder engine for the new Chevrolet Camaro if fuel prices continue to hike. In particular, Lutz said that the drivetrain under consideration is the 260 Hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder unit from the Pontiac Solstice GXP.

Now that made us think how V6 and V8-hungry American buyers would react to a 4-cylinder-powered muscle car, even if we’re talking about a modern, high-output, turbocharged unit. Our question is simple; would you prefer a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine over a naturally aspirated V6 unit with a similar output but with better fuel economy ratings and lower emissions on a Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro or Dodge Challenger? Tell us what you think in the comment section below. (Pic: Carscoop)

2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt To Debut At L.A. Show

The Mustang Bullitt is making a comeback at this year’s Los Angeles International Auto Show on November 13. Ford hasn’t given out any details but we do know for sure that the 2008 Mustang Bullitt will get a “British-green” paintjob and retro styled rims along with special decals and logos in and out. You can follow the jump for the high-resolution image that we’ve enhanced with the use of photoshop but we’ll have to wait for the L.A. show opening for a clearer shot. That is if someone doesn’t decide to leak the whole image set until then. -High-res image after the jump

SEMA: Ford Mustang & Fusion, Lincoln MKZ

Along with the nine supped up 2008 Focus models that we showed you last night (click here), Ford will also present four more proposals at this month’s SEMA show: two personalized editions of the Mustang and one for each of the Fusion and Lincoln MKZ models. You can check out all the details right after the jump. -Continued

2007 Lincoln MKZ by H&R Special Springs, LP

Combine American luxury with European style and handling and you get the Lincoln MKZ by H&R Special Springs. The H&R suspension mods lower the Lincoln nearly three inches over 20-inch Pirelli high-performance tires and O.Z. Botticelli wheels that showcase the Brembo calipers. The 3D Carbon front and rear spoilers are accented with custom fender grilles and bright red MKZ badges. LED under lighting adds to the mood. A full custom interior is accented in Ebony Night microsuede and features a back seat refrigerator and massive Pioneer multimedia system.

Fusion Performance GAS

This 2007 Ford Fusion is ready for the racetrack courtesy of Galpin Auto Sports. The turbocharged V-6 pump out 350 horsepower driving all four wheels. Gears are selected via a six-speed paddle-shift transmission. An APR Performance carbon front splitter and rear wing and 3D Carbon body kit provide the necessary aerodynamics while the MRT lightweight functional ram-air hood feeds the motor. A performance suspension keeps the 19-inch wheels and Nitto Invo tires glued to the road. Inside, a Katzkin leather interior, features a six-point roll cage, leather and suede steering wheel and GAS custom audio system.

Mustang Wild Pony Project

Mustang is all about making it your own, and Ford’s Vehicle Personalization Group delivers the next level. The Project Pony wears Black Sparkle Paint, 20-inch chrome wheels and bold graphics including the new VP brand windshield visor decal. Ford racing adds a supercharger and cold-air induction system for added power and matching Sparkle Black valve covers for added pizzazz. The two-tone black and white leather interior features headrest DVDs and illuminated interior lighting and sill plates.

2007 Ford Mustang by Santini-USA

This racehorse is all show and all go. Prostang is the result of the collaborative efforts of master auto painter Santini-USA, the master interior craftsmanship of Steve Stanford Design and Mustang performance expertise of Roush Performance. The 2007 Mustang pro-street coupe shines in brilliant red on white Alsa exotic paint with blue-and-yellow accent stripes. The 4.6-liter V-8 wears a polished supercharger and intercooler and Bassani custom exhaust. Inside, leather seats tuck between a full roll cage.

1966 Ford Mustang El-Camino With Chevy S-10 Rear-End!

Continuing our talk on hot El-Camino’s here’s another sport ute that will eminently spice up your libido… The Ford Mustang El-Camino or simply Mustangmino, combines the front-end of a 1966 Mustang with the rear-half of a shortened Chevy S-10 pick-up box. The bastardized “Mustangmino” is up for sale on eBay but before you attempt to sharpen your “French”, note that the seller supports that the rear-half of the Mustang was completely destroyed when he acquired the classic coupe. Whatever the reason or the cause, this is one ugly piece of "merde". -Continued after the jump

eBay Description

For Sale - 1966 Mustang one-of-a-kind pickup truck - The front half (cab) is a 1966 mustang and the rear half is a tubular steel frame with a shorten S-10 box with a customize tail gate. The vehicle was originally made because no one makes a pickup truck which is less than 16 feet long and that is the length of my side of the garage. I know it is sacrilegious to do this to a Mustang, however the rear half of this one was already gone when I got it.

It was built with the original 108 inch wheel base, the rear of the cab had a tubular roll cage welded in for support and was than enclosed with sheet metal. The rear frame is 1 1/2 x 3 inch tubular steel built in a ladder style construction and in bolted and welded to the side rocker panels, and tied into the roll cage and is also connected to the front frame rails extension with frame connectors. I actually hauled 2 tons of scrap steel to the junk yard in the box of this vehicle so I know it is strong enough.

The rear window is from a Toyota pickup. The front end has the heavy duty GT suspension and was lowered 1 inch like the 65 Shelby's for better handling and front disc brakes. It is powered by a 289 cuin engine with flat top piston which was rebuilt 7900 mile ago, a 3 speed trany and a 8 inch 3.00 rear end finish the drive train. It has a 16 gallon Ford Mustang fuel tank in the rear of vehicle.

If you prefer I have an automatic trany that could be swaped The truck was built as a DAILY DRIVER and is NOT A SHOW CAR. I have taken it to many cruise nites and it get lots of attention. ( Some people get real upset because I wrecked a perfectly good Mustang - but they will get over it I hope) My friends describe it as a great looking truck. It was built in 1999, but was recently repainted and it meets all my criteria - All one color, reasonably flat and Shinny. I just put a new dual exhaust, steel brake lines, fuel line, 3 row radiator, windshield, tires less than 1500 miles, upholstery on bench seat is less than a year old.

Options: Dual speed wipers, AM/FM tape Pioneer Radio, Heater, Bench seat, 3 rd Brake lite, Front Disc brakes, HD suspension, Wire wheel covers, Tinted windows, Fresh paint. Now the defects: Dash pad has a crack in the center, front bumper and door handle chrome iffy, interior door panels are warped .

If you have any question Please email me. If you would like to see the vehicle or have it inspected by someone Please email me The winning bidder will be responsible for transporting or shipping. The vehicle is being sold "as is" with no warranty implied. Note: the reserve has been lower to $3500 A NON-refundable $500 deposit is due 48 hours at the end of auction. Balance is due in cash or certified check when the vehicle is picked up.

Link: eBay , Via: VW Vortex

Chevy Camaro Cross-dressed As A Mustang

Too much time combined with so little taste can have catastrophic results. Take the owner of this Chevrolet Camaro for example; yes, we could live with the “bumblebee” paintjob but the Ford Mustang look-alike front end is something that even “Dr. 90210” would find repulsive. As for the title of the forum thread in Xmodsource, “Warning: you will crap your pants”, what can we say… -More images after the jump

Via: Jalopnik , Source: Xmodsource

2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt Sneak Peak?

We wouldn’t exactly bet our paycheck on it –hence the question mark, but the guys at StangNet community support that these pictures shot by one of their trusted members is the 2008 Mustang Bullitt. Set to be unveiled at the January 2008 Detroit Show, the Steve McQueen wannabe Bullit won’t get any extra spoilers or hood scoops but it’ll be more powerful than the 4.6L V8 Mustang GT upon which it is based. -One more image after the jump

Via: Jalopnik , Source: StangNet

Australia Gets RHD Ford Mustang GT & Shelby GT500

Living down-under has its ups and downs (...) as Aussies miss out on a bunch of vehicles that are exclusively made for left-hand-drive (LHD) countries. However, when there’s a will, there’s a way; Performax International has been importing and converting LHD American cars to RHD for about 20 years. Performax’s latest offerings are the RHD versions of the Ford Mustang GT 4.6 V8 300 Hp and the Mustang Shelby GT500 5.4 V8 500 Hp. Both cars have received ADR (Australian Design Rules) approval. But, here's the catch: the Mustang GT coupe or convertible are available for $115,000 AUD which translate to $95,800 USD or €69,100 and the Shelby GT500 Coupe will be priced at $179,990 or $149,800 USD or €108,100. PS; a Mustang GT in the States goes for about $26,000 USD... -Press release and images after the jump


Performax International Releases Latest Mustang GT In Australia

LATEST versions of the iconic Ford Mustang have gone on sale Down Under after the completion of a government-approved conversion program by Australia's leading independent American vehicle importer Performax International.

The V8-powered Ford Mustang GT coupe or convertible are available for $115,000 (including GST), ready for registration in any State or Territory with a high-quality conversion to right-hand drive and full compliance to Australian Design Rules.

The ADR approval achieved by Performax International, an ISO-accredited company with almost 20 years' experience in vehicle conversions, also means enthusiasts soon will be able to buy the high performance Shelby GT500 and Saleen Mustangs.

The GT runs a 4.6-litre, overhead-cam alloy V8, producing 300 horsepower (224 kiIoWatts) and 320 foot-pounds (434 Newtonmetres) of torque, running through five-speed manual or automatic transmissions.

Acceleration from rest to 97 kmh (60 miles an hour) takes 4.9 seconds, according to factory figures. Standard features on the Australian-delivered Mustang GT include -

  • Air-conditioning
  • Power windows
  • Remote central locking
  • 6-way electrically-adjustable driver's seat
  • 6-CD in-dash audio system
  • Rear boot spoiler
  • ABS brakes
  • Traction control
  • 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/50/ZR18 tyres
  • Four-year/120,000 km warranty, with roadside assistance

Mustang's traditional Le Mans-style wide body stripes are available optionally in a variety of colours, along with leather upholstery.

Performax International expects the Ford Mustang GT will be popular with enthusiasts looking for something different from the usual offerings in Australian new-car showrooms, but with the confidence and back-up that comes with a mainstream brand.

"The current Mustang has been a huge success in the United States because its style and performance capture all the flavour of the original Mustang in a design that is sophisticated and absolutely up-to-date," Performax International General Manager Nick Vandenberg said.

"Now this car is available in Australia brand new, with a four-year/120,000 km warranty and roadside assist package and with the customer's choice of body colour, trim and options.

"Our conversion to right-hand drive and Australian Design Rules has been completed to the highest standard with our own computer-aided design, engineering and quality finish.

"The car completely retains the ex-factory look and driving feel. It's a quick and comfortable four-seater, great to drive and certainly attracts admiring looks whereever it is driven."

The Mustang Shelby GT500 will be available only as a Coupe, fitted with a supercharged 5.4 litre, 32-valve engine developed by the legendary Carroll Shelby and Ford SVT.

It will be priced at $179,990.00, including GST.

Performax International, formerly Corvette Queensland, has been importing and converting American cars for almost 20 years, developing an unequalled reputation for the quality of its engineering work and customer service.

It employs more than 40 people at its Sunshine Coast, Queensland, factory and produces around 200 vehicles a year for Australian roads.

Frankfurt: Ford Mustang GT RTD With A 2.0-Liter Turbo (Bio)Diesel Engine!

Yes, we couldn’t believe it either when we saw this Mustang parked in a booth outside Hall 3.0 in Frankfurt. Is it possible, a race-ready Mustang equipped with an eco-friendly, 4cylinder, 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that runs on bio-diesel? Yes and it delivers 280 Hp and a maximum torque of 500 Nm or 368.8 lbs/ft. allowing the race car to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5,0 sec and to achieve a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Want more?, well listen to this: according to the
Four Motors (Reutlingen) that developed the BioConcept-Car, the Mustang GT RTD's outer skin is made of so-called bio-composites produced from vegetable raw materials! These body components, which were developed in cooperation with the German Aerospace Center, promise to withstand extreme loads and stresses in motor sports. Not bad at all! -Continued after the jump

*Pictures Carscoop: may use but note source and link back to article

Video: Shelby GT500 Super Snake Audio Pleasure


Shelby’s 2008 GT500 Super Snake not only looks bad but it also sounds bad –better make that triple bad. While we might of missed the Woodward Dream Cruise, thanks to an onlooker a with a cell-phone (?) video cam at hand, we too can get the chance to see and most importantly, hear Shelby’s slithering 725Hp Super Snake rumble like a 1,000lb lion getting ready to attack.

Via: Motorpasion

Mercedes-Benz SL Replica Based on ’83 Ford Mustang

Just when you think you’ve seen them all… We don’t know why but at some point, one of the owner’s of this 1983 Ford Mustang Convertible thought it would be a great idea to cover up the Stang’s sober looks with a 90’s Mercedes-Benz SL-Class replica bodykit. He did however leave the Mustang’s original interior intact which probably sucks in the rare case that someone actually falls for the Mercedes-Benz star on the bonnet… Really now, what would you say if a friend of yours showed up on your doorsteps and picked you up in a car like this? -More images after the jump







Link: eBay