Steeda Introduces the new Q650R Mustang
Posted 6.26.2008 in News
The new Steeda Q650R from Steeda Autosports combines Steeda’s proven power it’s exclusive Adaptive Performance Calibration delivers with the world-class underpinnings
and suspension systems that Steeda is renown for in the Performance Industry today. The result is the ultimate performance Mustang -- a race car that pays tribute to 20
years of Mustang high performance and heritage that Steeda is celebrating this year.
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Ford to Revive Cobra Jet Name with Race-Only FR500CJ Mustang
Posted 6.17.2008 in News
In 1968, Ford took the NHRA Winternationals by storm with the Cobra Jet Mustang. Only 50 units were built and released to Ford Dealers and Ford racers, and in its first
appearance, the Cobra Jet won.
Forty years after this historic event, Ford Racing is happy to announce that they are exploring the development of a new NHRA-legal race car - the 2008 Cobra Jet
Mustang. Some details of this exciting program have already begun to surface, and we want to ensure you hear about it from us first.
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Saleen Gurney Edition Mustang Arrives at Dealerships
Posted 6.16.2008 in News
Saleen's latest Mustang, the Dan Gurney Signature Edition Mustang, has arrived in dealerships, just a few months after it was unveiled at the New York Auto Show. Saleen
will be showcasing the limited edition Mustang at several events around the country, including Mustang Week in Myrtle Beach, SC from July 22-26 and at the Woodward Dream
Cruise in Royal Oak, MI on August 16. Dan Gurney will be on hand at the events to take photos with the car and sign autographs.
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Valvoline to give away custom Mustang GT-V
Posted 5.30.2008 in News
Valvoline motor oil, along with NightShiftEvents.com, is giving away a custom Ford Mustang built by RJ de Vera. The Mustang, called the GT-V, features a Roush
supercharger system, Veilside D1GT body kit, H&R springs, Volk Racing wheels, Diamond sound system, and a custom suede interior from Street Concepts. “The overall theme
developed for the Mustang GT-V was ‘Modern yet Classic’. Since we were hoping to bridge the gap between different car enthusiasts we decide to create a fusion between
the young tuner performance oriented and aggressive ethos with that of classic American muscle feel. I believe we succeeded in producing an automobile that any car nut
would love to have in his garage.” said RJ de Vera. To enter to win the car, visit www.ValvolineChallenge.com.
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Andrew Caddell Wins Inaugural Mustang Challenge Race at Road Atlanta
Posted 5.3.2008 in News
Pole sitter Andrew Caddell didn’t lead the first lap of Ford Racing Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup competition, but the Graham, Washington native had an otherwise
perfect weekend, leading the charts in every practice and qualifying session before going on to take a victory at Road Atlanta in the Series’ first race event.
Caddell’s TC Motorsports Ford Mustang FR500S was followed to the line by Rehagan Racing’s Jamie Slone, with Pratt Cole taking the final spot on the podium with his run
to third place in the RP Motorsports Ford Mustang.
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Saleen to Offer 302 Crate Engines
Posted 4.28.2008 in News
Saleen is offering, for the first time in company history, its high performance 302 cubic inch (5.0L) premium crate engines for sale through its Speedlab Aftermarket
Division. The engine will be available in either short block or long block varieties to satisfy the most seasoned of engine builders and power enthusiasts. Saleen offers
the same OEM quality, durability and precision-built engines used today in Saleen built performance vehicles. The legendary 302 engine has already made its rightful
return to the performance stage in Saleen product offerings such as the Parnelli Jones Edition, Heritage Series, and the new 25th Anniversary Sterling Edition.
Consumers now have the opportunity to upgrade their existing vehicle with a high performance Saleen 302 crate engine.
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Ford Builds 9 Millionth Mustang
Posted 4.23.2008 in News
Ford Motor Company announced today it has built its 9 millionth Mustang. The GT Convertible Mustang is heading west to be delivered to
a dealership in Iowa. The Ford Mustang, approaching its 45th anniversary on April 17th, 2009, is one of the most widely recognized vehicles in the world. Today, one of
every two sports cars sold in America is a Ford Mustang. The Mustang is also Ford Motor Company’s longest-running nameplate. Mustang was introduced on April 17, 1964,
at the New York World’s Fair.
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Ford Mustang Wins Speed GT Race in Long Beach
Posted 4.20.2008 in News
The son shined brightly Sunday during the SPEED World Challenge GT Race presented by Applied Computer System at the 34th annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach.
Brandon Davis, son of team owner and driver Mike Davis, grabbed the pole position and then the race victory, capturing his second career win and first in this series.
In the ACS Express #10 Ford Mustang Cobra, Brandon Davis charged to the front in the morning qualifying session and held onto the top position in a flawless performance
in his first time driving this historic track.
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Final Roush P-51A Mustang Auctioned Off for Charity for $135,000
Posted 3.30.2008 in News
The final production Roush P-51A Mustang, number 151 in a limited run of only 151, sold at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event at West Palm Beach, Fla., for an
impressive $135,000.
Proceeds from the sale, a partnership with the Ford Motor Company, go to support the Salute to Education Scholarship charity which awards financial assistance to high
school seniors who demonstrate community service, academic achievement, leadership and strong educational and career goals. Ford Motor Company, participating Ford and
Lincoln Mercury dealers, and Ford Motor Credit fund the program which has helped thousands of students realize their dream for a college or university education.
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Custom 2008/1968 Shelby GT500 Sells for $76,000 at Barrett-Jackson
Posted 3.29.2008 in News
We couldn't help but notice this unique 2008 Shelby GT500, lot #647, that was auctioned off at the 2008 Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Classic Car Auction. Tribute Cars, LTD
took a completely stock 2008 Shelby GT500 and replaced the front end, doors, and quarter panels with reproduction '68 Mustang parts. Other touches, such as chrome door
handles and custom taillights add to the '68 look as well. We're not really sure whether the car looks cool or just confused, but a bidder thought it was worth at
least the final bid of $76,000.
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Temple Performance Announces Dealer Program for Legend Mustangs
Posted 3.29.2008 in News
The Legend Mustang series of high-performance cars will now become available for purchase from select dealerships in 2008. Temple Performance Cars, designer/builder of
the popular Legend series, announced the new dealer program in response to requests for showroom presence of its modern muscle cars.
According to company president John Temple, "It just makes smart business sense for dealers to offer the complete finished cars in their local markets. In many cases
dealers have invested generations building client relationships with muscle car enthusiasts . . . and especially muscle-Mustang enthusiasts. Those clients appreciate
dealers bringing these cars to their town. We're still a customer-focused family company -- a characteristic we share with many, many Ford dealers all across the
country. We recognize that can be an advantage when it comes to building trust and customer relationships. So we want to partner with those like-minded dealers who
also share our passion for performance."
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Ford Racing Mustang Challenge to be Featured in HD Reality Series
Posted 3.28.2008 in News
HD Theater announced today a new three-part series, Ford Racing Mustang Challenge, which will capture the rivalry, competitive drive and racing action of the
inaugural Ford Racing Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup. This new professional road racing series, co-developed by Ford Racing and Miller Motorsports Park,
features professional racers utilizing the new Ford Mustang FR500S in an eight-event schedule throughout North America.
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Shelby, Ford to Continue Building the GT500KR in 2009
Posted 3.20.2008 in News
To compliment the 1,000 2008 40th anniversary Edition Shelby GT500KR “King of the Road” Mustangs, Ford and Shelby Automobiles announce that an additional 746 units will
be built for the 2009 model year to help meet worldwide demand of the supercar. 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.
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ASC and Saleen Partner to Develop "SKYVu" Scenic Roof
Posted 3.20.2008 in News
ASC, America’s Tier 1 automotive supplier of design and open air /
body systems integrations and Saleen, America’s premiere automotive enthusiast brand have come
together to deliver a new market-leading innovations wrapped in industry-leading style and
performance. ASC’s “SKYVu” Scenic Roof System, featured on the S281SC, is a natural evolution to
Saleen’s market leading Scenic Roof, captivating the hearts and minds of coupe owners.
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Saleen Partners with Dan Gurney to Create Signature Series Mustang
Posted 3.20.2008 in News
Saleen Automotive, America’s premiere automotive enthusiast brand for over a quarter of a century, announced at the 2008 New York Auto Show that it had entered into a
partnership with American automotive legend Dan Gurney for creation of a special Gurney Signature Edition Mustang. ”It is amazing that just two years ago Saleen was
standing on stage here at the Javitz Center with Parnelli Jones and today we are with his long time rival and friend, and truthfully one of America’s racing heroes,
Mr. Dan Gurney,” said Saleen President and CEO Paul Wilbur.
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Ford Continues "Warriors in Pink" Mustang for 2009
Posted 3.19.2008 in News
Ford Motor Company, which has dedicated more than $95 million in cash and in-kind contributions for breast cancer education and research for 14 years, announces today
that it is doubling its contribution to Susan G. Komen for the Cure each time it sells a ’Warriors in Pink’ package for the 2009 Ford Mustang. “Thanks to the tremendous
response from our dealers and customers to the 2008 ‘Warriors in Pink’ Mustang, we knew we needed to continue offering the package, and we’re happy to be able to
increase our support for the Cure at the same time,” said Connie Fontaine, Ford Experiential Marketing manager.
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Ford Mustang FR500S Dominates in its Competition Debut
Posted 3.18.2008 in News
The new Ford Mustang FR500S had a very successful competition debut this past weekend, March 14-16, as nine cars entered the
National Auto Sports Association (NASA) Pot O’ Gold event at Road Atlanta in Braselton, Ga. Despite tornados in the area, golf-ball-sized hail and persistent blustery
rain and wind throughout Friday and Saturday, the new Mustangs, which were built for the Ford Racing Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup, made a very positive
impression on the large field of racers assembled for the weekend. There were nine FR500Ss entered, which prompted NASA to create a regional Mustang Challenge class to
accommodate them.
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Roush to Auction Final Production P-51A Mustang for Charity
Posted 3.5.2008 in News
Roush Performance, in partnership with the Ford Motor Company, is going to put the very last production 2008 ROUSH P-51A Mustang under the gavel and spotlights of the
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event at West Palm Beach, Fla. This car, number 151 in a limited production run of 151, will be sold on Saturday, March 29 with proceeds
going to the Salute to Education Scholarship charity.
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Ford Racing Mustang Challenge Competitors Receive Their FR500S Mustangs
Posted 3.4.2008 in News
After months of anticipating the delivery of their new Ford Mustang FR500S race cars, 19 competitors in the Ford Racing Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup received
their keys during the official series launch this past weekend at Miller Motorsports Park. Festivities got underway on Friday night with a reception in Salt Lake City,
where Miller Motorsports Park owner Larry H. Miller and Ford Racing Performance Group manager Jamie Allison addressed the anxious teams and drivers.
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Refreshed Roush Mustang Speedster Returns for 2008
Posted 2.27.2008 in News
Continuing with its successful models introduced last year, Roush will be bringing the Mustang Speedster model back for 2008. The Speedster looks a little different
this year, with white paint contrasted with orange trim. This Speedster is relatively affordable, starting with a base package adding only $8,600 to the cost of the
base vehicle. The Roush supercharger upgrade can be added as an option, as well as white face gauges, 14-inch brakes, a trunk mounted tool kit, and Roush's off-road
exhaust system.
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Steeda Announces 2008 Mustang Lineup
Posted 2.26.2008 in News
Steeda Autosports unveiled their comprehensive line-up of Mustangs during a special media event last week in Pompano Beach, Florida and at Moroso Motorsports Park. Many
performance upgrades have been made as a result of our relentless drive for engineering the best performing Mustangs possible for our customers.
Follow the jump for the Steeda serialized Mustang line-up for 2008:
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The Roush BlackJack is Back for 2008
Posted 2.18.2008 in News
Last year Roush introduced the BlackJack, a limited production Mustang fit with all of Roush's quality components. Only 100 were produced, all in black. Roush has
decided to bring the car back for 2008, complete with the same black theme, Roush 7-piece body kit, and 430 horsepower and 400 lb-ft under the hood. Again, only 100
will be produced.
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Saleen Announces 25th Anniversary Sterling Edition Mustang
Posted 1.17.2008 in News
The phrase “Saving the best for last” just got an exclamation point. Just when it appeared all the North American International Auto Show
reveals were complete, Saleen Automotive unveiled its 25th Anniversary Sterling Edition Ford Mustang.
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News: Roush Unveils 510 Horsepower P-51A Mustang
Posted 10.30.2007 in News
During World War II, the P-51 Mustang was hailed as a savior of aviation and certainly played a
major part in ending the conflict. This long range fighter escorted Allied bombers over Europe
and Hermann Goering, the head of Germany’s Luftwaffe, summarized the plane’s role by stating,
“The day I saw P-51 Mustangs flying over Berlin, I knew the jig was up.”
Today, at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the jig is up for the rest of the Ford Mustang tuners as
Roush Performance unveiled the P-51A Mustang automobile which, at 510 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft.
of torque, is sure to be held in as high a regard as the airplane has been in the history books
and will help to save the streets from the invasion of the foreign brands.
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News: 2008 Bullitt to Make Official Debut at LA Auto Show
Posted 10.26.2007 in News
Ford has announced that the 2008 Bullitt Mustang will officially debut at the LA Auto Show on November 13, 2007.
The Bullitt will be available in dealerships in the Spring of 2008. View the complete list of features after the jump.
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News: Saleen Announces S281 RF Special Edition
Posted 10.26.2007 in News
Saleen has announced a new model called the S281 RF that falls in between the 3-valve and supercharged models.
Only 100 will be produced, with pricing starting at $49,995. The S281 RF comes with Saleen’s Series VI supercharger,
RF badging, and red graphics. View the complete features and options after the jump.
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News: RoushCharger Gets an Upgrade
Posted 10.2.2007 in News
Roush Performance, America’s leading powertrain engineering group, has added an additional 30 horsepower to their
legendary ROUSHcharger system for the Ford Mustang GT; this increases the output of this supercharger system to a
total of 445 horsepower under the hood.
The additional horsepower comes from changing to a slightly smaller pulley and an enhanced PCM calibration to take
advantage of the higher spin rate. Customers with a previously installed ROUSHcharger can upgrade to this High Boost
Pressure Pulley by ordering part number 402863 which has a suggested retail price of $389.00.
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News: Roush Continues Homage to Ford History with 428R Mustang
Posted 10.2.2007 in News
Roush Performance continues to pay tribute to Ford’s legendary history with the 428RTM Mustang, a limited
edition pony car which follows in the tremendous success of their 427RTM model introduced last year and
which remains in the Roush product lineup for the 2008 model year. The Roush 428R Mustang will arrive at
participating Ford dealerships in October 2007.
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News: Roush Announces New 427R Trak Pak Mustang
Posted 7.20.2007 in News
Jack Roush knows a thing or two about racing and Mustangs. His road racing career includes more than 110
wins and 20 national championships, and this vast expertise is evident throughout the latest special edition
Mustang offering from ROUSH Performance – the 2008 Roush 427R Trak Pak.
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