Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500

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Dance and Ford Mustangs

2009-04-24T03:58:00.001-07:00

Project Mustang GT vs. Shelby GT500 - Teaser

2007-03-20T13:50:00.000-07:00

Here's another great Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 video I found, It's the Shelby GT 500 VS The Project Mustang GT! It's a teaser video, you'll have to visit the URL in the video to see the rest of the race between two amazing mustangs!

My bother owns a Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 and he lets me drive it (only when he's in the shelby with me) but it's pretty damn fun to drive. We once pulled up to a chicken bird, hehe, I wanted to race, but I'm not allowed to even floor his shelby GT at all!
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Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 Review

2007-03-20T11:05:00.000-07:00

This is one of the best ford mustang shelby gt 500 reviews i have read, and I read alot of stuff on the Shelby GT 500, Here are some quick facts about this popular mustang.

Mustang Cobras are two-seat roadsters (duh!)
This Shelby GT 500 has about 450 HP

"Ford Motor Company and Carroll Shelby had been on the outs for decades, but that ended when the two kissed and made up a few years back" Well that's great for all us Ford Mustang GT 500 Lovers out there!

"The GT 500 gets unique suspension tuning, springs, anti-roll bars, bushings, shock valving, and a 12-to-15mm ride-height reduction," says Tai-Tang. Hau Tai-Tang, the 2005 Mustang's chief program engineer. Ok I really dont care if he is from Japan or whatever, I dont even care if he is an alien, as long as he can design great amazing looking Mustangs and make the GT 500 haul ass, I say "keep up the good work!

Anyways read the full review on the Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500

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Ford Mustang GT vs MINI Cooper GP

2007-03-19T17:10:00.000-07:00

This is a video of a Ford Mustang GT racing against the mini cooper GP ( it's been modified for racing) the Ford Mustang GT is just a regular stang. If it was a straight up drag race then I think we both know who would win! The GP does give the mustang GT a good run for its money!

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2007 Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500

2007-03-19T12:59:00.000-07:00

Produced in unison by both Carrol Shelby and the SVT team (what the hell else does SVT have to do?), this car will most likely push the already insanely popular Mustang to never before seen popularity.

Head of SVT, Hau Thai-Tang, along with Carrol Shelby have stuffed the extraordinary 5.4-liter, DOHC, 32-valve supercharged V8 from the Ford GT super car under the Mustang's hood. Final horsepower numbers have not yet been announced, but Thai-Tang hints it will be “Well over 450 hp, closer to 500.” Look for 450-plus lb-ft of torque too. Whatever the final numbers, it will be insane. Engineer Thai-Tang, who did a stint at Newman-Haas Racing, sums up the powertrain by saying: “It's gonna be a monster.”

Taking it's looks from the 1968 GT500, and adapting much of the 2005 Ford mustang GT-R prototype, this is one intimidating snake. Sure to give Corvette and Viper owners a run for their money, these looks are not deceiving. The agressive nose and hood not only look good, their functional. The front splitter creates downforce, holding this beast to the road as it corners aggressivly at high speeds. You'll find the hood has built-in heat extractors, helping to dissapate warm air away from the supercharged four cammer engine. A pair of racing stripes are optional, and make their way agressivly through the center of the car. I do believe stripes add horsepower too, although I don't think Ford engineers accounted for them (you know I'm joking right? Nevertheless, stripes are all too cool).

In the rear a low-profile decklid spoiler provides alittle helpful downforce at high speeds, and includes an integrated third brake light. Alittle further down you'll find that “SHELBY” is spelled out in large badges, and the gas cap medallion features a Shelby Cobra GT500 logo. I'd say thats worth at least 5 horsepower too.

The interior is totally decked out in jet black and deep red leather. Top of the dash, on the door panels, center arm rest, shift boot, and even parking-brake handle is black leather. SVT Red leather seating surfaces and door panel inserts provide a marked contrast to the rest of the leather-trimmed cabin, surrounding the performance enthusiast with luxury and comfort. Snake logos embroidered into the seat backs finish off the new edge interior.

The rest of the interior takes it's cues from the 2005 Mustang, pretty much it's an upgraded version of the new Mustang's interior and even has titanium faced MyColor gauges (yep, Ford's still installing the neat little color changing thingy). One subtle, but unique difference will be the tachometer located on the right side of the instrument panel, as opposed to the left side like you would find in the GT and V6. The chrome accessories inside the cockpit have been replaced with a satin aluminum finish, including the aluminum shift lever knob that is nicely positioned for quick, positive shifts of the six-speed T-56 Tremec transmission.

But wait folks, theirs more! Improvements such as revised shocks, spring rates and upgraded stabilizer bars help the GT500 stop and turn with the same authority as it goes. GT500 features a MacPherson strut independent front suspension with "Reverse L" lower control arms, and a solid-axle, three-link rear suspension with coil springs and a Panhard rod for precise control of the rear axle. To match the awsome handling ability, SVT fitted some of the biggest brakes in the business to the GT500. Fourteen-inch cross-drilled Brembo rotors up front and 13-inch discs in the rear continue SVT's legacy of great-braking Mustangs. Secure footing is provided by 19-inch wheels (what, no dubs! Ahh, they'll do I suppose) wrapped in a set of high-performance tires.

All in all, I'd have to say "Job well done" to the Carrol Shelby and the Ford SVT team. Considering Shelby hasn't worked on a Ford project since 1970 and SVT was, well not doing anything anyways(insert crazy rant about not having a Mustang Cobra or Ford Lightning for 2005 here). It's great to see that Ford didn't just sit back and enjoy the success of the '05 Mustang, their really going after the performance car market now. To top it all off, Ford expects to set an MSRP of under $40,000 - which makes the Ford Shelby Mustang Cobra GT500 (say that 10 times real fast) an entry level supercar in my book.

Could it get even better? Ford's even planning on producing a convertable in 2007, with many improved features over the previous Mustang convertables. With a stiffer chassis design and more lightweight than ever before, it's sure to be a huge hit as well. Mustang fans around the world are anxiously awating the release of the GT500, unfortunately it may not be an easy buy. Although the sticker will be under $40k, don't expect to be buying one for that. With just 7,500 to be produced each year they'll probably be some insane price gauging. Yay for capitalizm.

- Written by Joe Hayes. Images courtesy of Ford Motor Company. Sources from accross the internet. http://www.moddedmustangs.com

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2006 Ford Mustang Police

2007-03-19T12:50:00.000-07:00

The Ford Mustang SSP was a lightweight police car package based on the Ford Mustang produced between 1982-1993. The car was meant to provide a speedier option for police departments in lieu of other full sized (and heavy) sedans on the market at the time. The SSP abbreviates the designation Special Service Package, a special Foxbody Mustang trim made exclusively for law enforcement use. One of the taglines used by Ford to help sell this car was This Ford chases Porsches for a living...[1]

The units served a number of uses, and were often customized to suit each law enforcement agency's particular needs. Law enforcement agencies from municipal to government agencies bought nearly 15,000 examples of these units. Many still exist today, either still in some role of law enforcement, from display cars to DARE cars, or in the hands of collectors and racers.

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Muscle Cars Making A Comeback?

2007-03-19T12:23:00.000-07:00

With the inception of the fifth generation Ford Mustang the muscle car industry came back into vogue. Will it stick around? For years the muscle car has been symbolic of bad boys and street racing which lends them a romantic perception that is hard to deny.

Ford Mustang 2005 showed us a newly redesigned body style reminiscent of the popular 1960's models, thus we gazed upon the first all new Mustang in 26 years. Believe it or not there was a point where Ford considered ending the proud Mustang reign by castrating the stud and reintroducing it as a fuel efficient 4 cylinder pony. Mustang enthusiasts banded together to let Ford know what a mistake that would be and prevailed in keeping the Mustang studly.

Even the interior of the Mustang has a retro feel, with chrome accents and a steering wheel that looks suspiciously like it doesn't contain the safety of an airbag, although it does. The back seat boosts more headroom than ever before allowing you to put passengers back there without earning enemies. Bottom line, the Ford Mustang has always been a sex symbol in it's own right, the 5th generation keeps all its sex appeal and ads some cool into the mix as well.

Dodge Charger It's claim to fame being the 1969 model used on the Dukes of Hazzard as The General Lee, the Dodge Charger is the quintessential muscle car. In 2006 Dodge reinvented the model name with a strikingly retro looking car themselves. The newest Charger is only available in a four door sedan model which may slow some muscle car enthusiasts down. Many of the fans of the two door charger were disappointed to find that the Charger was not introduced as Dodge's answer to Ford's Mustang.

However the law enforcement seems to disagree, and when Dodge introduced their police version of the Charger in 2006 they found their customer base. From right coast to left Chargers are catching up to speeders and pulling them over on the highways. This alone says good things about the speed and agility of this snub nosed sedan. Dodge promises to come up with other options to race with the Ford pony.

Pontiac GTO The GTO has long been loved for its speed and sheer muscle appearance. Until the more recent models turned it into a family sedan type of car. It's most recent re-launch was in 2003, prior to the well received, 60's inspired design phase. It's redevelopment has met with unenthusiastic reviews, mainly due to aesthetics. Many fans feel that the boring body style is not fitting of a vehicle with such a rich history and that it's performance is the only jazzy part of the vehicle.

So poorly received was the newest GTO that production ground to a halt, the American market was simply not impressed and with the muscle car becoming a popular item recently Ford and Dodge managed to earn the market. This does not mean that the Pontiac GTO is dead, in fact rumor has it that in 2009 we may see a fully redesigned GTO, hopefully extending the life of the muscle car craze.

Frankly it's delightful that the youth directed muscle car culture has made its way into fashion again. Engines are being made more fuel efficient, allowing drivers to feel better about pressing (or stomping) on their gas pedals. Drivers on your mark.

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2006 Ford Mustang: Retro Cruiser

2007-03-19T12:22:00.001-07:00

When Ford decided to redesign the Mustang, they opted to incorporate a retro look, much like what was done previously with the Thunderbird. Fortunately, Ford didn’t look at the ghastly Mustang II series from the 1970s for a template, instead the US automaker drew upon the second generation Mustangs of the late 1960s for their inspiration. Let’s just say that the redesigned Mustang has been nothing short of a sell out hit.

Introduced as a 2005 model, the retro Mustang for 2006 offers only one change: the introduction of a Pony package which is meant to give the car a GT look and feel. Borrowing from the fastback design of the late 1960s, the 2005 model was such a hit that Ford could not keep up with production.

Buyers have a choice between a 4.0L V6 and a 4.6L V8 engine to power the car. With 2+2 seating, 107 inch wheelbase, and a curb weight of just under 3500 pounds, the car cruises down the highway with 210 and 300 horses respectively.

Each engine is mated with a 5 speed manual transmission and a 5 speed automatic transmission is optional for both. 4 wheel disc brakes and optional traction control [standard with the V8] help keep the Mustang under control.

Clothe bucket seats are standard with leather seats optional. All models come with tilt steering wheel, cruise control, power locks and windows, power side mirrors, and air conditioning.

Ford gives buyers a choice between 5 coupe and 5 convertible models with base MSRP starting at $19,810 for the coupe and $24,635 for the convertible.

First year sales of the Mustang were so good that the car sold out by early Spring. In fact, the Mustang dethroned the Chrysler 300 as the hottest car on the market with more than 15,000 Mustangs sold per month. All of this production is from just one factory.

Production for 2006 is certain to be tight and with little incentives available – they certainly aren’t needed – the Mustang is likely to continue to have a long waiting list of customers desiring the sporty coupe. Considering that sales across the Ford division are flat, this is good news for an automaker desperately needing a hot seller.

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Driving Fast In The Parking Lots

2007-03-17T09:26:00.000-07:00

Driving Fast In The Parking Lots

So whats the deal with these morons who drive like 90, in the parking lots? Like big deal if you don't get a close parking space for your car, big deal it just means you have to walk an extra few steps!

Or like these people are parking their cars to save their life! Yeah buddy if you dont't find a parking space under 60 seconds your car will blow up! (wait wasnt there a movie like that but with a bus?)

I mean I was at the mall this past weekend and I almost got my ass ran over because this car super silent and I was in between cars and this dude was driving like he was trying to get a role in the fast and furious!

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Girls Who Drive Nice Cars

2007-03-17T09:08:00.000-07:00

Ok whats the deal with people noticing a chick driving a really nice car? They automatically think, hey she's driving her boyfriends car or something. I went my dorky brothers 17th birthday party and someone outside smoking notice me pulling up in my pimped out car.

So he ask hey "Is that your boyfriends car?" Fuck you! I should of bitch slapped him and made him my bitch!....Ok I know it gets me soooo fucking mad caz this happens all the time. Hey dumbasses its 2007 girls can drive nice cars too!

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Why Drive Your Car Fast When Its Icy?

2007-03-16T21:06:00.000-07:00

Why Drive Your Car Fast When Its Icy?

I so fucking hate driving my car when it's really really icy or when it's black ice! At least my car has this anti ice break thingy. I guess the idea is so you dont slam on your breaks and keep pressing down on them. Which we all know you should lightly tap your brakes if your own ice right?

Anyways back to my story. I dont understand these people who drive really really fast when the roads our super duper icy. Everytime it snows hard I always see cars upside down on the ditch, maybe that will teach these people to slow it down a little bit and take your time driving!

It's sad really because a few months ago, the driver of a mini van was speeding or driving to fast for the icy conditions and hit another car and killed 2 kids in the other car!

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Import models

2007-03-16T20:54:00.000-07:00

Import models

The U.S. market has seen an upsurge in the demand for imported vehicles in recent years. The main consumer of imported vehicles is the average American working class. Many people find that certain car models combine space, power and safety. Figures from the automobile market provide ample evidence of increased usage of imported vehicles. The registration of imported vehicles has shown an increase of nearly 57%, whereas that of domestic vehicles shows a growth of only about 9%. The growing trend can also be seen in the sales figures of different domestic cars in comparison with their imported equivalents. Toyota, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo have sold more cars than Ford, Buick, Cadillac and Lincoln respectively.

Besides passenger cars, it the sports vehicles that make up a considerable portion of imported vehicles. Reasons for this may vary, from pure fancy to exacting technical specifications that give a reliable performance in the racing arena. Drag racing enthusiasts in the U.S. are the main consumers for cars that perform well on maximum speed in minimum time.

Another popular segment of the import car market is the sports utility vehicles or SUVs. They combine power, safety and speed, and the target consumers of these vehicles are adventurers and off-roaders.

The top segment of the import market is occupied by luxury cars meant for those who can afford to indulge themselves in purchasing unique vehicles. Imported luxury cars come equipped with all sorts of extras, such as chair massagers, heated seats, microwaves, or a refrigerator.

Imported cars are more expensive than their domestic counterparts as they carry an additional burden of taxes and duties, but many people find it worthwhile to purchase the cars that exactly fit their needs.

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Stupid Drivers EVERYWHERE

2007-03-16T16:30:00.000-07:00

So I'm driving along minding my own business, driving my car to work and suddenly some stupid ass biatch decides to switch lanes without looking first. What a stupid fucking moron driver.... Um 911 take her car away p-o-l-i-c-e.

Or what about those car diving morons who pull into your lane from a side street or a stop and see your car coming pretty fast put decides to pull out infront of you without speeding up! Like OMG Some people should not be driving at all!

Ok Ok now I'm sure we all do stupid things while driving our cars, from school, work, etc... Now I must admit I feel pretty darn stupid when I'm pulling up to a stop light and I notice my car blocking another car who wants to pull out from the gas station. I sit there and kinda look away, hehe, I now the other person in the car is thinking... WTF dumb bitch, you could of stop a few feet back so I can pull out!! ... Sorry Mom wont happen again!

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History of the Boss 302 and Boss 429 Mustang

2007-03-02T13:09:00.000-08:00

In 1967 the first big-block Mustang was introduced, the S-code 390 which was rated at 320 hp. This Mustang was not able to compete with the hot new SS 396 Camaro , so in 1968 the 428 Cobra Jet engine was introduced, giving the Mustang true muscle car status, but then why stop there? In February 1968 when Bunkie Knudsen arrived in Dearborn he brought with him some strong ideas concerning the Mustang. He believed the popular pony car was a good looking automobile, but that there were a tremendous amount of people out there that wanted a good looking automobile that could perform. He also knew that the Z/28 Camaro, created with SCCA Trans-Am road racing in mind, could handle and stop as well as it could accelerate. Big block pony cars were faster, but left something to be desired going through the curves with all that weight up front.

Bunkie was able to lure several GM Design Engineers over to Ford in 1968. One of them was designer Larry Shinoda, the man who had drawn up the Z/28's sport image in 1967. Shinoda was tasked with besting a performance legend that he had helped to create. Shinoda contributed the new cars stripes, spoilers and window slats, as well as its name. Two Boss Mustangs were born in 1969, both originally developed concurrently by Ford's performance contractor, Kar Kraft Engineering, in Brighton, Michigan.

The Boss 429 was also built in response to Chrysler's 426 Hemi and it's success in Nascar. Ford built a 427 Hemi-headed single overhead cam motor first, but it wasn't considered stock enough for the series so along came the "semi-Hemi" head 429. Kar Kraft was given the task of wedging a 429 into the Mustang. Quarter-mile times were reported to be in the lower 14s. Although another of the hot rod magazines, Car Craft, slightly modified the stock 429 and got a 1/4 mile in the mid 12s. The street cars came from the factory with a conservative cam and a somewhat small carburetor.

Starting with the 1969 model year the Ford brought the road racing Mustang program in house by creating the Boss 302 with styling by Larry Shinoda, suspension was design by Kar Kraft. Engineer Matt Donner was the man responsible for the excellent Boss 302 chassis, which quickly impressed the critics with the way it hugged the road. The engine was a Ford 5.0L block with the new 351 Cleveland heads. The car was originally to be called the Trans Am, until Ford found out GM had already licensed the name from the SCCA.

The Boss 302 was rated at 290 HP because insurance companies were beginning to penalize the muscle cars by tacking on higher charges to any car rated over 300 HP. Actual horsepower was closer to 350. (These are Gross HP figures, not Net, as used today). Race versions made 450 HP at over 8,000 RPMs.

Boss 302s also ran in Nascar's Grand American (GA) series. The car came with a wide-ratio or close-ratio 4-speed top loader. A 3.50:1 rear gear was standard with 3.91 and 4.30 optional. Front discs are rear drum brakes and 15-inch wheels were standard. Road tests at the time put 1/4-mile performance in the upper 14-second range. However, Super Stock magazine tweaked a '70 Boss 302 and put slicks on to get a time in the mid-13s.

How did the Boss 302 compare to the Chevy Z28? Well it seems that is was very close indeed. Chevrolet's Trans-Am Camaro took home the SCCA racing championship in 1969, while Ford's Boss 302 put the Mustang back on top in 1970. As for street performance, both machines relied on specially built 290 horsepower 302 cubic inch small block V8's. Performance was so close as to be a toss-up in most street or track encounters.

In late 1970 Ford stopped all factory-sponsored racing. So regrettably the fun had to end ... for now.

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Famous Ford Flops

2007-03-02T13:06:00.000-08:00

American automakers sometimes get the brunt of the criticism for producing models that are ugly, useless, or even downright dangerous. Ford has had its share of beasts through the years in addition to several winners including the current Mustang for which demand cannot be met. For the fun of it let’s take a look at some of the Ford models that have been derided down through the years.

Model T – What?! How can the car that introduced mass production make the list? Well, the car was fine, but Mr. Henry Ford’s statement, “…you can have any color you want as long as it is black” has been attributed with the rise of General Motors [who gave its customers a choice in colors] which eventually dethroned Ford as the top automaker in the world. No, the Model T was fine, but Mr. Ford’s marketing strategy was not.

Edsel – In September 1957, Ford launched a new division – Edsel – and introduced to America one of the weirdest looking cars. Sporting a “horse-collar” shaped grille – some equated it with a toilet seat – the Edsel line was hyped by Ford and rejected by consumers wholeheartedly. Expecting to build 200,000 Edsels in its first year of production, only 63,000 were built. Other “radical” aspects of the Edsel included a “floating” speedometer that glowed upon reaching a particular speed and an awkward push button transmission with controls attached to the hub of the steering wheel. Even with a quick makeover completed in time for the next model year, the Edsel limped along only to be pulled one month after the third model year vehicles were released.

Pinto – Hey, even I owned one! With a 2.3L inline four cylinder paired with a 4 speed manny tranny, the Pinto was Ford’s answer during the 1970s to the onslaught of Japanese cars flooding the market. The compact rear wheel drive coupe, three door hatchback, or wagon sold fairly well until disaster hit: the revelation that the Pinto’s gas tank was capable of exploding during a rear impact scared buyers away. Mercifully pulled after the 1980 model year; replaced by the popular Escort.

Mustang II – Ford tarnished the Mustang name during the 1970s with this forgettable and ugly model. Resembling a bloated and stretched Pinto, the Mustang II was weak, poorly made, and a terrible competitor against its arch rival, the Camaro. All was forgiven by the early 1980s with the return of a newly designed Mustang. Today’s Mustang, on the other hand, is a sold-out success story as it took its styling cues from a Mustang of another era: the fastback cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Before you point your finger at Ford, don’t forget to recall some truly forgettable models, foreign and domestic. The Toyota Van was panned for its ugly styling and for having an engine that had to be dropped from the engine bay in order to do a tune up; the Chevy Vega – a Pinto wannabe; AMC’s Pacer – the Jetson’s car; the Suzuki Samurai and Isuzu Rodeo – flip over specialists; the Yugo – a thinly redone 1960s era Fiat; and countless other cars not worth the mention. You hope that automakers learn from their mistakes, but don’t count on it. Maybe in another generation we will see a truly forgettable Ford show up, but for now there isn’t one in the line up...hooray for that!

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2006-03-19T18:34:00.000-08:00

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The History of the Ford Mustang

2006-03-19T12:29:00.000-08:00

The Ford Mustang was first introduced in 1964, at the World Exhibition of New York, and Americans immediately fell in love with the car. Everyone flocked to Ford showrooms, scrambling to be the first to own a Mustang. Over 22,000 Mustangs were sold on the first day! Sales reached 418,000 in the first year.

The first Mustang became known as the 1964½ and was available in two models, the coupe and the convertible. Features of both models included a lengthened hood and shortened rear deck, chrome wrap-around bumpers, chrome grill with a running horse, full wheel covers and a sporty interior. The cost for a standard Mustang was around $2,400. The GT and the fastback model were introduced in 1965.

The Shelby GT350 was also introduced in 1965. Its design was a collaboration between Ford and performance car legend, Carroll Shelby. Its goal was to create competition for the Chevy Corvette. The Shelby GT500 Mustang was first released in 1967. It was powered by a 428 V8 engine and sported numerous luxury options. It was produced until 1970. A new version of the Shelby GT500, considered to be the most powerful factory-built Ford Mustang in history, will be released in 2006. Shelby Cobra GT500's supercharged 5.4-liter DOHC V-8 produces over 450 horsepower.

The 1967 Mustang sported simulated air-scoops and a larger grill and it was longer and appeared more aggressive. By 1969, the Mustang became bigger and heavier. New Mustangs were nearly four inches longer.

New models introduced in the 1969-1970 model year were the Grande, the Mach 1, the Boss 302 and the Boss 429. The Boss 351 model was introduced in 1971.

In 1974, the Mustang II was released. It was smaller and more fuel efficient than previous models. This was also the first year that a convertible was not sold, and the only year that a V8 engine wasn't available.

In 1976, the Cobra II package, which added a big rear spoiler, a fake hood scoop and blue stripes across white paint to a V8-powered fastback, was made available. It wasn't any faster than similarly powered Mustang II's, but it sure looked cool. The King Cobra, which was very similar to the Cobra II, debuted in 1978. Also in 1978, Ford stopped production on the Mustang II.

In 1982, the Mustang lineup included the GT hatchback, as well as the more luxurious series: L, GL and GLX. Evolving from its humble beginnings in 1982 to the hard-charging street performer of 1993, the third generation Ford Mustang GT has gained respect as one of the most versatile and popular Mustangs of all time. More than 450,000 of these cars were produced between 1982 and 1993. The fourth generation Mustang was introduced in December 1993 and was way more aerodynamic than its predecessors, while still embodying the same personality and style. The special edition SVT Cobra, made its appearance in 1993; and in 2001, the special "Bullitt" edition Mustang GT coupe was released.

For the 2005 model year, Ford redesigned the Mustang for the first time since 1994. Ford gave its iconic car a retro look with round headlights, chrome details inside and a throaty roar when accelerating, all hearkening back to its mid-'60s roots. Fans have been enthralled. It's 1964 all over again! Except for the price, that is – pricing for a new Ford Mustang starts at around $20,000. Check out all the Mustang images at carposters.us.

Teresa Frady is webmaster of several sites including CarPosters.us and HotRodding.us, where you can find automotive articles, classifieds, wallpaper, and an automotive shop.

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Where to Find High Quality Aftermarket Ford Mustang Parts

2006-03-19T12:27:00.000-08:00

The Ford Mustang is one of the icons of the automotive industry. The Mustang is renowned as the All-American automobile, ever since it was introduced in the early 1960's. The Mustang, considered the first pony car, has captured the hearts of automobile lovers. In fact, its debut is the most successful product launch in the history of the automotive industry. Through the years, the Mustang remains as one of the most popular and well-loved cars ever. It has garnered many accolades and awards. The 1964-1973 Mustang models are considered by many car enthusiasts as automotive icons. At present, the Mustang continues to be a popular automobile. In fact, its latest incarnation, the redesigned 2005 Ford Mustang has been nominated for the North American Car of the Year.

A car like the Ford Mustang deserves nothing less than the best maintenance and care. Owning a Ford Mustang is an excellent investment. Thus, a Mustang owner must carefully maintain the performance, functionality and beauty of his Mustang. One of the best ways to maintain your Mustang is by using only the best replacement Ford parts . Now, you can find the best Ford Mustang parts and accessories at great prices. Shopping for Mustang Parts has also become easier because of the internet. There are now dozens of good Ford Parts stores online offering excellent Aftermarket Ford auto parts. Some replacement Mustang parts you can find online are Ford wheels, Ford radiators and Ford exhausts.

Practically every replacement part for the Mustang can be found online. An excellent Ford Parts store will offer an extensive selection of Ford Mustang Parts ranging from Ford bumpers to Ford spoilers. In addition, you can really save time shopping online compared to paying a visit to your parts dealer. Reliable and trusted online auto parts suppliers such as Inner Auto Parts offer top quality Ford auto parts at a very affordable price. They have a very comprehensive inventory of Ford Parts including Ford fenders and Ford headlights. Their Ford fuel tanks and even Ford floor mats are guaranteed top quality. You will also find much useful and relevant automotive information in Inner Auto Parts' website. In fact, it has already won accolades as an excellent source of auto information. You can expect excellent auto parts and top-notch service from Inner Auto Parts. Now you know where to find the best, high quality Ford Mustang Parts.

Terry Brown is a 32 year old from Houston Texas, and an enthusiast for anything auto related. He is currently employed as a market analyst by one of the top car parts company in the area. His automotive articles provide valuable source of information for auto enthusiasts like him as well as to those in need of automotive research.

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Checking Your Car

2006-03-01T22:25:00.000-08:00

Here’s the low down on checking out the used car that you have finally set your eyes on. Take a look at the following points before you decide to take it out on a test drive.

Lean down and look down the side of the car – check for dents and dimples. Check the bumper cars for scratches and look at the wheel hubs for dents and scratches.

Is the car too shiny? This may mean that the car dealer or seller or trying to hide something. This also implies to the engine bay, an engine bay should be slightly dusty and have grime on it. If the engine is sparkling clean you can be sure that the car has oil or coolant leaks.

Take your hand and run it under every door panel, under the wheel-arches and check the bumper edges. These are the likely areas where rust will first appear.

Check the tires on the car. Check not only the thread, also check to see if the tires are original or retreads. Uneven wear is a telltale sign of suspension problems.

Does the interior smell? Smoke smell will have smoke stains on the fabrics and the smell will be embedded in the ventilation filters. A musty smell may indicate water leakage.

How does the seat upholstery, pedals and console wear look? Does it look appropriate to the car’s mileage?

Press every button on the console and make sure the function works. Listen for any rattles in the console and ventilation fans. Turn off the engine then switch it to AC to check the engine and onboard computer warning lamps are working properly.

Turn on the hazard lamps, headlamps and press the brake pedal. Ask your friend to inspect the exterior lighting to ensure that all are working properly – especially the brake lamps.

Now take the car on a test drive. Listen intently, look at the warning lamps, feel the steering and handling, sniff for any smells – open the window and listen for engines ticks, rattles or fluid smells that may come for the warming engine bay.

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Things To Do Before Buying A Car

2006-02-26T22:11:00.000-08:00

For most of us, purchasing a new car is a serious investment we should not take lightly. Regardless if you have failed the mechanical aptitude test or you are engine savvy, purchasing a vehicle is not that hard. With numerous sources of information, you can definitely make the right choice when time comes and not receive less than your money can buy. You only need to devote the necessary time and energy to complete each step with the ultimate success.

First, decide on what type of vehicle best serves your current wants. Before choosing the color of your new automobile, you have to take under consideration your personal lifestyle and family needs. Are you living alone, or do you have family members who need you to transport them to various places? If you are a parent, a sedan, minivan of SUV might suit your family needs better than a luxurious sports car. A convertible is always looking "cool," but will your city's weather conditions allow you such a "carefree" car model? Furthermore, with the gas prices escalating the way they do today, you better also consider the fuel efficiency of the car you are about to purchase. Is this model you like designed to save on fuel by reducing gas mileage consumption? When you become a car owner you will thank yourself for thinking this beforehand than having to fill up your car's tank way too often for your weekly budget. Most importantly, remember that the vehicle you will choose has to cover first your needs and then those of your friends or significant others.

Now that you have a better idea of the type of car you are looking for, is time to conduct some serious and in-depth research on possible deals. Online research, magazines, colleagues and friends can help you tremendously during this process as you need as much information on the make and model that can fit your budget and needs. Consumer review boards and numerous websites have a wealth of information on what other owners like or dislike about their vehicles. Do not get misled by colorful advertisements and "once-in-a-lifetime" deals offered by numerous car dealers in your area. Finding the best possible deal needs some time, knowledge of the market and of course, good instinct.

After completing your "homework" in advance you will be able to negotiate a better deal at your local car dealership and not be afraid of getting scammed. Having a rough idea of how much the vehicle of your choice is likely to cost you is also very important. Thus, review price guides and take notes on information like which year was the car manufactured, how much mileage has on its meter, when was last used, if it was involved in any accidents, what type of bonus features are offered in case you pay cash, if the dealer offers any refunds and/or auto-service, if the vehicle comes with a guarantee, the last time it was inspected, etc. The more you know the better informed choice you will be able to make at the end. It is also a good idea to ask a mechanical savvy friend to join you when you limit your choices to two. If you are considering of a specific car but you are far from being considered an expert when it comes to inspect a car's engine, this is not a time to be ashamed for the things you are ignorant about. Be prepared, stay cautious, and most importantly, stay within your budget no matter what type of "dream" deal you come across.

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Tips For Buying A Used Car

2006-02-01T21:48:00.000-08:00

For the average individual who knows little about cars or mechanics, buying a used car can be a worrying experience. Buying a car is often one of the biggest purchases we make in our lives and the nagging doubt of whether or not you are about to buy a lemon always makes buying a used car difficult. So how do you go about choosing a car that is unlikely to be a lemon?

If you have found a “bargain” or a car you like the look of go check it out. At this stage it is always useful to take someone who knows something about cars with you if you can. If you haven’t got anyone whose opinion you can trust then you are going to have to use your own instincts.

Check for obvious accident damage. Accident damaged cars can be spotted by little tell tail signs. Look for signs of overspray to panels, bumpers and fittings, look for areas of paintwork that are inconsistent with the general condition of the car (these may indicate filled dents, filled rotten patches) and check that all the tyres are wearing evenly (uneven wear may indicate the car isn’t running straight and true as a result of a crash or poorly executed accident repair).

If you are happy there are no obvious clues to suggest accident damage check the general condition of the car for wear. Is the amount of wear consistent with the mileage of the car? Worn foot mats, shiny steering wheels and worn/damaged driver seats are not what you would expect to find on a low mileage car.

Does the car have missing interior fittings or scratched paint work? Would you expect a car you owned from new for a number of years to have accrued a similar amount of damage? Make a mental note of the amount of wear for bargaining purposes should you decide to buy the car.

Check the vehicle for rot in the doorways and wheel arches. A little rot can become a serious costly problem after as little as one year. A lot of rot, especially to structural areas of the car where panels and sections of the car come together could indicate the car is not safe to drive.

Once you have established the car looks to be cosmetically genuine and that the condition is as you would expect for the cars age start to look at the mechanics of the car. Check the oil on the dipstick. Are there bubbles in the oil? If there are bubbles this is a sure sign of water in the oil and likely to result in expensive repair. Check the water filler. Is there a white residue on the cap or visible in the filler area. This is an expensive sign of oil in the water. Check the oil filter (easy to spot, generally looks like a brightly painted tin can sticking out of the side of the engine) does it look to be recently fitted or like it has been on for some time. This is a standard part that is replaced at service and can indicate how the owner has been treating the car.

Start the motor up. Does the engine rattle or have a pronounced ticking noise or does it sound healthy? Is the exhaust loud or well silenced you don’t need to be paying for a new exhaust system. Once the engine has warmed go look at the exhaust. Are there large quantities of smoke, black or white being omitted? Both can indicate expensive faults. At this stage check to make sure headlamps, indicator and brake lights work.

If all seems fine the next step is a test drive. Check the steering. Is it light or vague, neither is a good sign. Does the wheel have a large amount of play in it? Steering is important for clear safety reasons. The steering should be responsive and direct. Neither to heavy nor light.

Check the brakes. Do they inspire confidence? They should pull the car firmly to a stop in a straight line without fading or feeling as if they are about to run out. Find a car park or space where you can turn the car on full lock in both directions. Do the front wheels grind or shriek? This could indicate expensive wheel bearing problems.

If you do not come across these problems then it is fair to say you have a solid used car that is unlikely to be a lemon. Now if you can recall all the little details you spotted you can use these points to bargain a good price and buy the used car with the confidence that you have avoided a lemon.

About The Author

John Rodgers writes for Used Car San Antonio at http://www.usedcar-sanantonio.com

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2006-01-20T13:31:00.000-08:00

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