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2010-Present S197 Mustang Engine
All 2010+ S197 Mustang engines are covered here, including the 4.0L V6 and 4.6L V8 of the 2010 models, the 3.7L V6 and the new 5.0L V8 in the 2011 models and the 5.4L supercharged V8 found in the GT500. From stroker kits to blower packages to your basic cold air intake, if it applies to the 2010 and newer Ford Mustang you can find it here.
2010-Present S197 Mustang Exterior
Whether you are building a car to drag race, road race or just look great at a car show, there is a huge aftermarket available to customize the exterior of your 2010+ S197 Mustang to perfectly fit your needs. This section features articles about the newest products and projects covering exterior modification and customization.
2010-Present S197 Mustang Interior
From replacing the original seats in a 1965 Mustang coupe to adding a monster touch-screen sound system in a 2011 Mustang GT, the Ford Mustang interior offers as many aftermarket options as the under-hood area. This section includes all of your information about repairing and/or customizing the interior in your 2010+ S197 Mustang.
2010-Present S197 Mustang Specs
This section includes vehicle specifications for all of the Classic Mustangs. Everything from MSRP to engine options to trimlines is listed here for quick referencing. From the base model V6 Mustang to the supercharged Shelby GT500, you can learn more about the specs and features of the 2010+ S197 Mustang here.
2010-Present S197 Mustang Wheels and Tires
One of the most common ways to customize your Ford Mustang is by picking wheels that meet your needs and tires that compliment those wheels. There is an almost endless list of available wheel choices for the 2010+ S197 Mustang and you can find all of your wheel and tire news here.
2010-Present S197 Mustang
-- by Jonathon Klein What's one of the best feelings you can have in a car? Top speed? Acceleration? Drifting? How about blowing the doors off some unsuspecting bloke who thinks he has the better car? Yeah, it's that last one. Introducing the Ranger Rabid Edition. This my friends is your everyday normal 2011 Ford Ranger. It has two doors, a bit of ride height, and a bed to throw
-- by Derek Shiekhi You could say the Mustang driver in the following video is one lucky dude. Not only does he have the pleasure of driving a car with 966 turbocharged rwhp, but also he gets to do it amid a pack of other bad-ass, souped-up road rockets such as 600-hp Corvettes and a Nissan GT-R cranking out 800 ponies. Oh yeah - he also gets pulled over by a cop after
-- by Jonathon Klein Have you ever wanted a Cobra Jet for the street? Of course you have, everyone around here has played with the fantasy that is taking a drag car and running it on the street, shaking windows and setting off car alarms. That's every car guys dream. To piss off everyone with their exhausts. Well my dear friends, now is your chance to do just that, buy a completely street legal
Here' s some food for thought: the next time you take your car in for repair, you might want to set up a camera inside, just in case the mechanic deliberately tries to damage your vehicle. Sure, that' s certainly not what you'd typically expect when you take your car in to be fixed, but evidently all mechanics don't necessarily have you or your car's best interest at heart. That's exactly what the owner
--by Phillip Ferrini Latemodel Restoration has a knack for cool project cars and when their 2011 Mustang GT project unfortunately cooked its stock Coyote during some open-track events, LRS wasted little time in turning it into a unique project. In place of the stock 5.0 a Ford Racing Aluminator XS crate engine now resides between the rails. Of course the JLT intake and Ford Racing CobraJet intake manifold are obligatory inhalation upgrades for an Aluminator.
Nothing pisses me off more than knuckleheads who spoil a good thing for everyone else. Take, for example, the idiots who've been tainting the image of Mustang Week with some of their irresponsible driving antics that have wound up on YouTube, which The Mustang Source covered here earlier. "I was sad really because we try to get people together and have a good time and enjoy the beach, but then we have a couple people
The Ford Mustang RTR Double Down -- it's a very appropriate title considering that World Superbike Champion Tom Sykes is driving this car ... the very vehicle that Formula Drift Champion Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Speedhunters built. This is a car being shared by two series champions. Tom is going for his second World Superbike Title for 2014, and he just came from Laguna Seca where he had won that race. I got the
The fear of getting a ticket in your Mustang can be a pain in the ass, especially for younger drivers who probably are already paying hefty insurance premiums. However, what happened to this Mustang owner after getting stopped by an officer is a sign that a ticket could be the least of your worries, as captured in a Montgomery County Police video report. The incident occurred when the driver was waiting for the officer
--by Phillip FerriniHis license plate says, "SRY LSX," and to be honest, it would take a seriously fast LS-powered car to take down this Coyote-powered S-197 with its simple, but effective single-turbo setup. The 2014 Mustang GT is said to be built by JPC and features forged internals to handle the plethora of boost from the single 80mm turbo and the equal amounts of E98 it drinks. The combo is backed by a built 4R70
--by Mustang Forums Editor You can't make this stuff up. If reality TV hadn't conditioned me to be unsurprised at everything, I'd probably write off crap like this as hearsay and never look into it. Take for example, a man named "Shelby Mustang GT500 Miller," who was recently arrested in Des Moines, IA for a bar confrontation. No, really, that's his actual name. Well, at least that's what authorities are claiming after the 26-year-old was charged with
--by Jonathon Klein The details for the newest Ford Mustang have been slowly coming out from Ford. Whether it was the price, or when we will actually get them. Ford has kept a tight lid on a lot of the details we all want to know. Now however, the most important numbers are finally out. Horsepower. The base 3.7L V6 Mustang will actually lose 5hp and keep the exact same torque as the previous generation with
--by Detroit Steel Here's another perfect example of why everyone doesn't deserve to own or drive a Mustang. In this case, a lady in Glendale, CA lost control of the car and wound up crashing it into a building. The woman claims she has no idea how the accident happened, but I'm betting her arrest for suspicion of drunk driving might be a giveaway. Luckily, no one was hurt besides the Mustang, which actually had to be
If classic Mustangs are your thing, but you find yourself getting sucked into the design of the new 2015 model, don't worry, American Muscle has a hell of a remedy. In fact, the guys over at Ford Motor Co. might want to take notes as they hammer out ideas for some future variations of the S550. American Muscle, one of the go-to aftermarket authorities on the Ford pony car, has a few tips on
We knew with all the spy shots of a higher performance variant of the new Mustang making their way around the internet, it was only a matter of time before some cool renderings start surfacing. Besides with all the photos we've been getting overloaded with of the new standard and GT model, we could use a new visual to get us amped up for the car. One of the first we've stumbled on comes
The birthday gifts just keep rolling in for the Mustang with the latest being the new model being selected to make its official pace car debut at the Michigan International Speedway. In honoring of the car's 50th Anniversary, the 2015 Mustang will lead drivers to the green flag on June 15, at the upcoming Quicken Loans 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. It's a fitting tribute for the iconic American pony car born, which has
Word on the street is that a camouflaged Mustang recently spotted in Santa Monica might very well be the prototype for the high-performance replacement for the Shelby GT500. About the only exterior details that could be identified on the heavily camo'ed car was a bulge on the hood, Michelin Pilot Super Sports summer performance tires, and a quad-tip, double-barrel exhaust. Some details spotted on the interior of the prototype really have people buzzing. Unlike
It might be safe to say that any questions over whether the Mustang will be a hit in Europe can be laid to rest. During a promotional kick-off for the new pony car at last weekend's UEFA Champions League soccer final, Ford received 9,300 applications to reserve the first 500 cars to be sold in Europe, according to The Wall Street Journal. Of course, the nearly 10,000 applications hardly constitute a home run when
With only a few months left before the new 2015 Ford Mustang goes on sale, we're getting a lot more antsy about a chance to get behind the wheel of the new car; however, for now we're reveling in just about any and every visual we can get of the S550. The latest is a palette posted on the official Ford Mustang Facebook page showcasing all the available colors for the new car, which will
TruFiber call this a "Stealth Shelby GT500." Stealth huh? They must mean stealth the same way a "tactical" nuclear missile is supposed to show restraint. This car is about as stealthy as a shockwave. The work here is cosmetic, because the Shelby GT 500 makes 662 horsepower out of the box. Their work makes the car even more dramatic. The colossal power dome of a hood is pure, bare carbon fiber. The headlights have
Ford wrapped up a week celebrating its 50th birthday setting that Guinness World Record for most eCard signatures. With an initial goal of 50,000 birthday wishes, the Ford pony car collected 55,720 birthday signatures over the week of April 14, according to a Ford Social media report. Johanna Hessling, a records manager for Guinness World Records, issued the official statement. "It is my honor to be the official Guinness World Records adjudicator for Ford
There're few things better than hopping into your Mustang for a day out at the track, but if you've never been it can be fairly intimidating. Here are some things to keep an eye out for and just remember the most important rule: have fun. Track days should be your next step before hopping into the world of competitive time attack from autocross. So, if you've never been to an autocross we would suggest
A Mustang driver in the San Angelo, TX gives us all a vivid reminder of why you should never, ever underestimate the power of one of a high-performance car when behind the wheel. The woman, driving a Shelby GT500, apparently lost control of the Mustang when trying to change lanes and spun hitting a metal boundary, according to the San Angelo Live report. Luckily, the woman managed to escape out the driver's side window
TX2k14 wrapped up last week, so the videos are still pouring out onto Youtube. Guys. There was a lot of racing. The video below is from an 800 horsepower Mustang. While there are certainly several official, sanctioned events happening for TX2k14, this is just one of many, many, unsanctioned ones. With so much horsepower in one place, it's bound to happen. What's incredible about TX2K14 is just how powerful some of the cars are.
Evidently, not as many "Need for Speed" gamers in the U.S. were ready to dish out cash to see an actual movie adaptation of the video game. The Dreamworks film, which opened this weekend and featured a Shelby GT500 as the hero car, only brought in about $18 million domestically in the US market on a $60 million plus budget. Tag on the marketing costs, and the potential domestic box office success of the
Pushing for more global appeal, the automaker will likely need as many hooks as possible to lure potential buyers in the market for something more than sports car. A hatchback model certainly fits that bill. Mustang chief engineer, Dave Pericak, has already hinted at the idea. He told Car and Driver that they've had discussions about making a hatchback model, according to an Auto Evolution report. Still, whether or not people would actually buy into
With the country getting hitting with record snow falls the guys at Roush figured they'd make use of the slippery white stuff. After acquiring a set of Pirelli snow tires for Jack Roush Jr.'s Stage 3 Mustang, the team mounted the car up with a couple GoPro cameras to see how well the new tires could handle 700 horsepower in the snow and ice. Hey, why should the thrill seekers at the Sochi Olympics whipping
With just bolt-ons, Derek Venable took his 2013 Shelby GT500 to 193.6 mph from a standing start in just one mile at the world famous Texas Mile land-speed racing event (LSR). How's that for impressive? The stock car went 174.7 mph, which is impressive, but the RevanRacing.com bolt-on mods added 150 whp and 19 mph in the standing mile. If this was one of the 1.5 mile LSR events we're sure the mighty GT500
To be clear, Ford hasn't completely abandoned the fifth-gen Mustang in the push to hype up the new 2015 model. After all, that wouldn't make sense considering that the current model will continue to have a huge fan base for years to come, which Ford certainly recognizes. The latest proof of that is in a new special edition of the 2014 model the Blue Oval is rolling out called the "Mustang V8 GT Coupe
If you're were hoping to get your hands on the very first 2014 Shelby GT500 Super Snake, forget it. No amount of money in the world would be enough to swing that purchase. Well, at least not for the next few years. The Shelby Automotive Museum located in Southern California, home of some of the most classic Shelby cars in the world, will get the first model of the new Grabber Blue pony car bearing
Although we're still a bit unsure about exactly what it'll be called, we're definitely starting to get a clearer vision of the new Ford Mustang variant expected to replace the Shelby GT500. Spy photographers recently caught a few shots of what is believed to be a prototype for the Shelby replacement in Michigan, which is expected to be called the Mustang GT350 or Mustang GT500, according to a Motor Trend report. Less disguised than
There's no way around it, the 2013/'14 Shelby GT500 is a legend. Beyond its killer looks, corner carving abilities and other high-zoot features, it's got that mighty 5.8L "Condor" cammer motor and it's a force to be reckoned with! Why with some simple mods and more boost, we're talking four-digit horsepower with ease! Take for example this SeriousHP Performance built badass that's throwing down 927 WHP at 25 PSI of boost thanks to
There's certainly no shortage on promos for the upcoming "Need for Speed" movie starring that wide-body Shelby GT500 and Breaking Bad's Aaron Paul. And trust us, we'd know considering we've covered just about every angle we could find on the new flick featuring one of our beloved Ford pony cars. The latest is a video posted as part of Ford's "Mustang Countdown" series highlighting the transition of EA's franchise game into an action-packed film, which
Thinking about a red 2015 Ford Mustang 5.0? Or how about an all-black new V6 model with optional wheels? No? Then maybe a yellow S550 with the turbocharged EcoBoost engine. Either way, you got four months to figure out those details on your new 2015 pony car if you want to get a jump on things. Ford will begin preorders for the new model May 13, according to a Mustang production/order schedule obtained by
Despite all of the attempts to get their first peek at the 2015 Ford Mustang, Al Wilkinson still did a great job at keeping the new 'Stang from being exposed too early. Wilkinson is the "camouflage coordinator" at Ford Motor Company and it was a daunting task indeed. "We try to use lightweight vinyl and different types of foam with don't absorb water," he says in an interview with NPR's "All Things Considered", "The
A lot has changed in the past 50 years: world leaders, currencies, celebrities, bread prices and, of course, the Ford Mustang. Since the days of LBJ's administration, the iconic pony car has hit the highs of record sales and undeniable cultural relevance and the lows of performance-strangling emissions regulations and anemic power trains. Five decades of experience, development and refinement have lead to the 2015 Ford Mustang. The car's chief engineer, Dave Pericak, and
We've all heard about "that guy." The one who spent an insane amount of money on sticker price and mark-up just to be the first person on his block with the newest model of a car. Over the weekend, a very generous man shelled out 300 grand for not only the first 2015 Mustang GT in his neighborhood, but the first production 2015 Mustang GT, period. That's right - VIN 0001. Every penny of
A few weeks before the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, a rendering for a higher-performance model Mustang has surfaced, based on an image of the new Mustang unveiled Dec. 5 at Hollywood's Chinese Theater. Coupled with an earlier Mustang6g.com report of leaked body codes which indicate that the new Mustang line-up will include both a Shelby Coupe and Shelby Convertible model, the reality of the car seems almost certain now. In
While there might still be some debate on exactly what to think of the all-new Ford Mustang design, there seems to be no denying the influence some of the classic models have had on the new car. Preliminary sketches released by Ford, which highlight many of the details that define the 2015 Mustang, reference everything from a front fascia inspired by the '68 model to the sloping Fastback roof featured on some of our
Hoping to be the first to get your hands on a 2015 Mustang? Then you might want to check on the cost of flights to Scottsdale, Ariz., for the weekend of January 18, unless you already live in the area. The first retail model of the new 550 will be sold at the annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction with proceeds benefiting JDRF, a leading organization for funding diabetes research. Read more over on the Mustang
TMS Editor The Mustang Source Chances are if you have two younger kids, you've had a hard time justifying that new 2015 Mustang as your main vehicle. The idea of shuffling the little ones and their friends back and forth to school in a two-door sports car just has never been all that feasible. Sure, the new Mustang might have a little more room than the previous model. But deep inside you know it
TMS Editor The Mustang Source Ah, the good news for Mustang performance enthusiasts just keeps rolling in for the 2015 model. Sure, just about all Mustang fans revel in the idea of performance on some level or they probably wouldn't be driving one of the Ford pony cars - especially when it comes to the later models. Still, we know that there are some of us who revel in it a lot more than
Phillip Ferrini The Mustang Source See, hear and smell the new 2015 Mustang... OK, maybe not smell, but you can at least hear the revised Coyote coming to life in this video from a recent Cars & Coffee event. I don't know about you, but I'm excited to see the new pony in action. Hearing the updated Coyote under the hood, although obviously muted for the EPA's sake, gets me pumped for what's to
Who said the stock S197 computer can only handle 7750 rpm? Not JPC, because here's proof: A pull to a sky-high 8200 rpm en route to 507 hp at the wheels! Although JPC claims that bolt-on stock Coyotes will pull up to 7750 rpm with ease, this car has an RGR/JPC built block with ported heads, aftermarket cams, full exhaust, a BOSS 302 intake, L&M throttle body and JLT CAI. Seriously, the Coyote motor
Correct me if I'm wrong but... I think that if you drive a Mustang, there's a pretty good chance that you enjoy the occasional burnout. It's a pleasure as old as rear-wheel-drive. I can understand not doing them though. They're not exactly easy on the tires. So instead of putting your own rubber at risk, enjoy this five minute ode to the burnout. The only soundtrack you'll need is thrum of a Ford V8
Marcus SlaterThe Mustang Source While I don't have any doubt that the entire planet will inundated with ads for the new Mustang in the coming months, this is the first official one I've seen pop-up. Chalk it up to the forums to be on top of this stuff. Aside from being an obvious ploy towards getting youngsters to buy their new sports car. I don't think they'll have a problem with that at all.
Marcus Slater The Mustang Source The guys over at American Muscle got an early look at the new Mustang before the world saw it on Good Morning America. What's really interesting is that this model is the 2.3-liter Eco-boosted Mustang with the performance package. They're not technically calling it the SVO yet... But that's what it is. The car makes 305 horsepower, so about as much as the V6 model Mustang. I think the
Mustang fans rejoice!The brand new S550 has been finally (officially) revealed. What do you think? Has Ford hit it out of the park with their new design? Or have they ruined it FOREVER?Personally, I think it looks fantastic. The rear three-quarters panel is clearly an homage to the original car in a way that we haven't seen in a long time. I'm willing to bet that front end is going to the be the
The next S550 is supposed to debut December 5th but... That's a whole two days of waiting. Let's be real. This is the internet. We don't have time for that crap. Apparently, some guy with a camera over at AutoWeek said the same thing. You ready? Really ready? No turning back now. Remember, you can't unsee this. Here it is. The 2015 Mustang S550 Head to the Discussion
Las Vegas is one of the top entertainment destinations in the world, and for many travelers, it's one of the best places to get the full "American experience:" food, firearms and fast cars! Since I was going to be in Las Vegas for SEMA, I decided to complete my American experience trifecta by driving the best muscle cars that Detroit has to offer. There are many places that rent cars, but I wanted something memorable, so
Phillip Ferrini The Mustang Source Chris Cruz's 2011 Mustang GT 5.0L automatic is no joke! It pulls the wheels with authority on the way to an 8.54 @ 160MPH! The killer combo consists of an L&M Engines built 302, 4.0L Whipple Crusher blower, Ford Racing Super Cobra Jet throttle body, Ford Racing 10-rib setup, ATI overdriven damper, JLT Super Big Air 148mm CAI, American Racing 2" longtubes, Steeda Hardcore suspension kit, Brisk spark plugs,
TMS Editor The Mustang Source If the latest teaser for the "Need for Speed" movie is any indication of the action shots we're going to get of the Mustang featured in the flick - count us in. Yup, we've been all over this movie since news first broke of the video game based action drama. But can you blame us when a Mustang is the star among a fleet of fast cars such as
TMS Editor The Mustang Source Shelby American Inc. took the floor during a press day of the LA Auto Show to unveil the new Shelby GT. "The Shelby GT was one of the most important vehicles in modern Shelby history," said John Luft, president of Shelby American. "Ever since the Shelby GT went out of production, people have clamored for its return." The iconic Shelby GT package, which is making a comeback after first
Marcus Amick The Mustang Source With the anticipation for the launch of the new 2015 Mustang building, practically any and everything around the iconic Ford pony car takes on a more significant meaning. The Ford display at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show highlights that with everything from a tribute to a classic Shelby to the Mustang set to star in the "Need for Speed" movie that hits theaters in early 2014. Most of
TMS Editor The Mustang Source If the latest teaser for the "Need for Speed" movie is any indication of the action shots we're going to get of the Mustang featured in the flick - count us in. Yup, we've been all over this movie since news first broke of the video game based action drama. But can you blame us when a Mustang is the star among a fleet of fast cars such as
Marcus Amick Mustang Forums It looks like Christmas will roll in a lot earlier than expected this year for Mustang fans. Ending months of speculation of exactly when the new Mustang, Ford has announced that they'll take the wraps off the highly anticipated new model on Dec. 5. The announcement was made in a series of videos posted on the Mustang's YouTube Channel Nov. 19, as part of the "Mustang Inspires" campaign revving up
Phillip Ferrini The Mustang Source What would you do with a 1000HP Shelby Mustang and a lonely road through the desert? Easy, what any Gearhead would do, nail it! And that's exactly what this cool Shelby marketing video is, just a high-powered car on a cool road. No corporate chatter or gimmicks, just the sound of the blower whine and the bark of the exhaust. Turn up your speakers and enjoy!
The SEMA 2013 show is over and done. It was a lot of fun. There were some pretty crazy cars, but it wasn't the festival of over-the-top ridiculousness that we've come to expect from them. That's both a little disappointing and heartening. Disappointing because the bonkers customs are fun, but heartening because fewer Mustangs deserve to be sent to the crusher this year. Check out or photo gallery of the event below. I tried
TMS Editor The Mustang Source There's probably no bigger debate in the world of American muscle cars right now than the one over which car is more menacing between the Ford Shelby GT500 and the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. Of course, you know where we stand on the debate here at "The Mustang Source" considering our deep ties to the Ford pony car, regardless of what's reported. Still, we found this video posted on YouTube
TMS Editor The Mustang Source It isn't everyday that you get to ride shotgun in a Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 on Germany's famed Nurburgring, which has long been considered one of the most challenging tracks in the world. So, when I came across a video posted in a SVTPerformance.com report that gives you a front seat view of of the action, I figured it'd be eight minutes well spent--and that it is. In fact, anyone
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source If wild racing colors are your thing, you'll likely find this Mustang we've stumbled on while gearing up for SEMA pretty interesting. The 2013 custom Ford pony car, designed by Bojix Design for the Las Vegas show, is quite a unique take on contrasting hues. Building on a stock Grabber Blue Mustang GT (which is pretty wild in itself), the Bojix Design is highlighted by orange and black accents with
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source When it comes to the Mustang, the color of Ford's pony car has been as much a part of the vehicle's unique history as anything else. Take for example, today's most popular color for the Mustang when compared to other automobile purchases. White is the best selling exterior vehicle color in the U.S. for new vehicles purchases, but the color only accounts for 10 percent of all Mustangs sold. The
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source When it comes to all-out track performance, a comparison between the Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca and the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 seems like a fairly interesting matchup. Well, at least it does at first, but apparently the showdown favors Camaro fans a lot more than Mustang enthusiasts."Frankly we've tested everything they have and the Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca is their fastest track car," says Al Oppenheiser,
Phillip FerriniThe Mustang Source There have been plenty of leaked renderings and photos of test-mules cloaked in camouflage, but this 360-degree rendering is the most compelling yet! If that's not enough, the Car and Driver Magazine link has plenty of info on the upcoming pony, even down to the powertrains and all. Is it truth or just speculation? Suppose we'll have to wait and see, but have have a look at the 360-degree rendering,
Marcus SlaterThe Mustang Source First the leaks from Car and Driver, and now this? At this rate we won't have to wait for the Detroit Autoshow to learn about the next-gen mustang. At any rate, you had to know that Ford was working on a convertible model. I'm just surprised that they're testing it so far out. It's wrapped in black plastic like all their other test mules, so we can't really get a
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source Ford is revving up for what will likely be one of its biggest buzz years yet at SEMA, teasing two more custom Mustangs that will be featured at the Las Vegas show. One of the show cars includes the menacing Hollywood Hot Rods Mustang GT Convertible, which features a removable aluminum roof, custom side scoops, bespoke wheels and aluminum skirts, front splitter and rear diffuser. The custom pony car is
TMS Editor The Mustang Source It looks like British racecar driver Justin Bell has picked up on what most of us already knew - when it comes to pulling off a cool customization project, nothing beats the beloved Mustang. Making the jump into the world of custom cars, Bell teamed up with Galpin Auto Sports, known from MTV's "Pimp My Rides," to trick out a 2014 Grabber Blue manual Mustang GT to add to
Marcus SlaterThe Mustang Source With less than three months left in 2013, it seems that the 50th Anniversary bashes for the Ford Mustang are already getting underway. Decades LA, a world renowned vintage and modern luxury clothing and accessories store in Los Angeles, recently hosted a fashion show in tribute to the American muscle car although the official birthday for the Mustang isn't until April in 2014. Held at the Standard Hotel in Hollywood,
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source It appears that our assumptions were right about Ford and the Cobra Jet program. Contrary to rumors, Ford will not be shifting the drag racing special to the Ford Fusion or Taurus for the 2015 model year as first speculated by Hot Rod magazine. Mustangs Daily spoke to Ford Racing head Jamie Allison who told the new source, the "Mustang and Cobra Jet are inseparable." The earlier Hot Rod report
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source When it comes to wild concepts centered on the Ford Mustang, we thought we'd just about seen them all, but apparently not. One of the latest we've stumbled on is a remote control Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 built with 3,500 Lego parts. The model car, developed by a civil engineer by the name of Fernando from Sheepo's Garage based in Spain, features lockable doors, a functional steering wheel and a
5Speed07GTThe Mustang Source Ford is going to show the 2015 Mustang to a select group of reporters next week. The reporters have promised not to release details or pics ahead of the official reveal, which is now slated for December. But you know someone is going to leak something. So hopefully we can stop looking at all these renders and move on with our lives. I hope. Reuters via Jalopnik
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source We figured it wouldn't be long before a new facial rendering of the 2015 Ford Mustang surfaced following the recent leaked photo of the new car's front end. Whether or not it's an accurate depiction of the new Mustang's face remains to be seen as we approach next year's highly-anticipated debut of Ford's next gen pony car. Many of the design elements shown in the image from IndianAutosBlog.com are dead on
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source Next year probably can't come soon enough for Ford Motor Co. when it comes to revving up sales for the Mustang. For the third straight month, the Ford pony car trailed the Chevrolet Camaro in total number of vehicles sold in the segment. Ford sold 4,420 Mustangs in September compared to 5,569 Camaros sold for the same month, according to a GM report. Even with the Mustang topping Camaro sales
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source When Vortech Superchargers rolls into Las Vegas next month for the SEMA show, they'll be showcasing a bright yellow Mustang. Yup, we're betting this one will be hard to miss even among the sea of other Ford pony cars at the show. Brian Ellis, sales manager for Vortech Superchargers' parent company, the AirPower Group, said the company was inspired to create the Project Yellow Jacket Mustang after realizing Ford doesn't
TMS EditorThe Mustang Source Ford seems to have put to rest concerns over whether it plans to continue its Cobra Jet (CJ) program for drag racing. But the big question now is − will the new CJ program be based on the next-gen Ford Mustang? Hot Rod magazine is reporting that while a Ford source insist that a new 2015 Cobra Jet is in development, they wouldn't say whether or not it will be
Autoweek just published these pics of the 2015 Mustang front end. No real surprises here, just a bit better look at the headlights and grille than we've had in the past. One more pic after the jump!
Maybe if it the seats were lined with gold. Maybe if Caroll Shelby himself hand stitched his name the headrests. Maybe if it came with Sofia Vergara in the passenger seat (That's unrealistic? Fine. A lookalike would be cool too). Maybe if it was a Transformer. That's what it would take for me to pony up $200,000 for a convertible Mustang.This ebay seller is hoping your standards are lower than mine. I've Gotta admit though,
Phillip Ferrini The Mustang Source Everybody's been dying to know how the new Cobra Jet intake manifold/throttle body upgrade for the 2011+ Coyote engines stacks up against the tried and true BOSS 302 intake manifold/throttle body combo. Well, here's some dyno proof the CJ intake/TB combo is the real deal. Judging by the numbers this Coyote is putting down we'd guess it has ported heads and cams in addition to the standard array of
TMS Editors The Mustang Source The "Wounded Warriors" 2012 Shelby Mustang GT500 was sold for $500,000 at the Las Vegas Barrett-Jackson auction. The red, white and blue Supersnake features the signatures of hundreds of people who supported the car's cross-country tour to raise awareness and money for American military personnel wounded in Iraq or Afghanistan and their families. All the money raised from the sale of the car, as reported by Fox Sports, will
Marcus Amick The Mustang Source OK, enough with all the camouflage photos of the next-gen Mustang. How about something that gives us a better sense of what Ford's upcoming pony car could possibly feel like behind the wheel? Well, Mustang 6G have shared what might be our best gauge yet of what it's like with exclusive video of what's believed to be a 2016 Ford Mustang GT350 SVT. Of course, the car is still
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake has an amazing 850 horsepower thanks to its modified supercharged 5.8-liter V8. That's much more than most street cars, and even more than many race cars. But is it too much horsepower? That's the question Motor Trend is asking in their latest episode of Ignition. Actually, the magazine asks three questions: does it actually
Phillip Ferrini The Mustang Source Yeah, yeah. Everyone already knows the current 2013/2014 Shelby GT500 is a powerhouse, but every time I see one pound out 700 HP with just bolt ons, my head spins. Seriously, how is this even possible from a bolt-on, pump gas street car? It's utter insanity! This example owned by YouTube member, walhanQTR makes 703 hp and 713 lb-ft at 14 psi on 91-octance fuel with but a handful
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The Roush Performance team of Jack Roush Jr. and Billy Johnson kicked off the 2013 Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge season in style, winning the season opener at Daytona in their No. 61 Mustang Boss 302R. Since then they've had a rough go of it, though, finishing in the top ten just once in the last five races. The duo
by 5Speed07GT The Mustang Source Shelby America just announced that they will stop taking orders for the Shelby GT350 after December 31, 2013. "When we unveiled this latest version of the Shelby GT350, we promised it would be built for a limited time to preserve its collectability and value," states John Luft, president of Shelby American. Production will continue on the Shelby GTS, GT500 Super Snake and Shelby 1000, Shelby Raptor truck and the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The 2009 Lee Iacocca Silver Edition Mustang Fastback featured on truTV's Hardcore Pawn is on eBay. Again. A couple won the exceedingly rare Mustang at a casino and sold it to American Jewelry & Loan for $67,000 in 2011. In 2012, the show's Seth Gold said it was the most expensive item he'd ever bought for the store. Number 11
Patrick Rall The Mustang Source After trailing the Chevrolet Camaro in each of the first four months of 2013, the Ford Mustang has battled back - beating the Camaro badly in June sales with a margin of over 2,000 units. More importantly, while the Mustang has only won 2 of the 6 months in 2013, the pummeling handed out by the original Pony car in June has allowed Ford's Mustang to climb into the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The engineering and design teams at Ford Motor Company have produced a unique U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition 2014 Ford Mustang GT. This car will be donated by Ford to be sold at the Gathering of Eagles charity event on Thursday, Aug. 1 during the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 - the World's Greatest Aviation Celebration. All proceeds
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Last week we reported that Ford might be dropping the Shelby GT500 in favor of the SVT Cobra for the next generation Mustang, but that doesn't necessarily mean that the Shelby name will be disappearing from the Ford lineup. According to our sources inside Ford, the company will introduce a Shelby GT350 model for 2016, a year after the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. What does Vaughn Gittin Jr. do when he's not competing in the Formula Drift series? He makes insane drifting videos. We've seen him getting sideways around the sandy Al Reem Circuit in Saudi Arabia and going head-to-head with the road-racing Mustang RTR from Performance Autosport, just to name a few. This latest video, titled Fire Drift, might just be
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. At the New York Auto Show back in 2012 we spoke to Shelby president John Luft who gave us some insight into the future of the company and future products. He assured us that Shelby and Ford has renewed their contract and would be working together for the coming years. "The contract [with Ford] has been extended, and we
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Today, DreamWorks Studios and Ford Motor Company are pleased to announce an exclusive partnership for the feature film "Need for Speed," which will include significant integration of Ford products, along with extensive media promotion by Ford at the time of the film's release on March 14, 2014. The announcement coincides with the unveiling of a one-of-a-kind Ford Mustang for the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. If there's ever a car that embodies the "Built Ford Tough" tagline, it's Jack Haden's 2003 Mustang. After hiding out in a storm cellar with his pregnant wife to avoid the massive EF5 tornado that hit Oklahoma last week, Haden emerged to find his beloved Mustang thrown across the road and smashed into a tree. By the look of
5SpeedGT07 The Mustang Source And $145,00 is a price drop. The price was originally set at $189,000 but when it was listed on eBay, it was only bid up to $66,000. The plaque on the intake manifold states that this is car "MP 001," making it the first 2013 Boss 302 Laguna Seca. It was originally owned by Ford's marketing department, who used it for product photography. But then it ended up in the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Shelby first announced a widebody kit for the 2005-2009 Mustang back in December, and a similar package for the 2010+ Mustang a month later at the Detroit Auto Show in the form of an 850 horsepower GT500 Super Snake. At the time we asked company representatives if the widebody kit would be available for the Shelby 1000, and the answer
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. We've been following Performance Autosport and driver Chris Cobetto since they debuted their NASA American Iron race car in 2011. Not only does the team have lots of success on track, as they not only have a lot of success on track, winning two straight Mid-Atlantic American Iron championships, but their cars are also beautifully designed. The same goes
It's really easy to get bogged down in numbers and statistics when talking about custom cars. They're always more powerful, more grippy, more of everything really. While it's important to know exactly how much more ass your car will kick after being tuned, a video is a much better way to get an idea of the attitude a custom car will carry. It's really the next best thing to a test drive. Roush dropped
In general, an independent rear suspension isn't the best setup for drag racing. Though honestly, it doesn't seem to matter as much as sheer, undiluted, horsepower and sticky tires. Maybe the suspension is the Cobra's weak point on the strip. You'd never guess that it's problem watching this guy. His car is mint. The track hooks up. All-in-all, a great run.
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Last year Shelby made a huge splash at the New York Auto Show, introducing its most powerful Mustang yet, the Shelby 1000. Fast forward one year and the company is back again in the Big Apple, this time with an updated version of the car using the 2013 Shelby GT500 as a base. With the larger displacement 5.8-liter engine,
Content Provided Courtesy of AmericanMuscle You can be sure that the times are changing and with 50 solid years of Mustang production under Ford's belt, a brand new logo has been presented to represent this massive milestone. Supposedly, an internal design duel was held before selecting the 50th anniversary, 2015 Mustang logo. This new logo will soon be spotted on apparel everywhere such as t-shirts, watches, die-cast models, video games, you name it. You can
Content Provided Courtesy of American Muscle Andrew Cilio American Muscle It looks like Steve Saleen is ready to roll out his all new lineup for 2014. While we were given a glimpse at what's in store for the new, 2014 700HP Saleen 351, the rest of the lineup has been left mostly in the dark, until now. Five models-White Label, Yellow Label, Black Label, 302SSC and a 351C.I. Black Label-will be available, ranging in cost
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The Ford Mustang Cobra Jet will live on another year, as Ford Racing has announced that they will once again offer the turn-key racer for 2014. Not much has changed from the previous model year, which saw a host of updates including the introduction of new engine options, but the 2014 will offer two new colors, Gotta Have It
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The second annual NMRA Cobra Jet Showdown presented by Jackie Jones Ford was once again held at Bradenton Motorsports Park in sunny Bradenton, Florida. The 2013 season-opening Cobra Jet showdown is always a good race as many Cobra Jet owners use it as a shakedown event for the NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville, Florida. Twenty two Cobra Jets were on the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Today Roush announced the details for the 2014 lineup including the RS, Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3 Mustang. While much remains the same for 2014, just like the factory lineup, Roush has brought a few updates to the table highlighted by an additional 10 horsepower for the Stage 3 (up to 575 from 565) and a new
Marcus Slater Mustang Forums It's official. The 2015 Mustang will come to the good 'ol US of A with a four-cylinder Ecoboost option. The kicker? It's probably not going to be the base model engine. This confirmation comes from the guys at Road and Track, so we'll see if they're actually right later on. But if they are, that means this'll be the first time the Mustang has been offered with a four banger
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. With 850 horsepower on tap from its supercharged 5.8-liter V8 the 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake has the potential to compete with some of the top supercars in the world, but whether the car can put all that power to use is another question. Shelby is out to prove that it can, and have announced that the 2013 GT500 Super
Ever wonder what it's like to go around the track with a real time race car driver? While Jack Roush Jr. prepped for the big races, he taped some practice laps as he takes on the brand new Circuit of America for the second race of the season, the Grand Am. Jack Roush, Jr. who runs ROUSH Performance, decided to give those who couldn't attend the event in person a sneak peek of what
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Roush first announced their Phase 3 supercharger system back in November at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, but at the time the specifics about the kit were scarce. Now the company has finally released a full list of details including the final horsepower and torque numbers: 675 and 585. That's right, the Roush Phase 3 supercharger boosts the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Taking a look back at the articles we've written about Lethal Performance, it's easy to see the Wellington, FL-based shop is very good at doing one thing - making Mustangs go very, very fast. We've showed you videos of their 2010 Shelby GT500 running a 9 second 1/4 mile to the first Boss 302 in the 10s. Their latest
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The 2014 Ford Mustang doesn't have much in the way of updates compared to the previous model year, highlighted by two new colors and the addition of appearance packages for both the V6 and GT. When the 2014 Mustang online configurator went live last month we took a look at the FP8 appearance package for the Mustang GT and didn't
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Going into the Chicago Auto Show last week we were hoping that Ford would bring out some 2014 model-year Mustangs so that we could see some of the new option packages and colors - Ruby Red and Oxford White - in person. After all, production of the 2014 Mustang is already underway and they should start arriving at dealerships
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. The Roush Performance team won the season opener of the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge for the second year in a row at Daytona International Speedway on Friday as Billy Johnson and Jack Roush Jr. scored a repeat Grand Sport (GS) class victory in the BMW Performance 200. Johnson led the final 70 minutes of the 2013 season-opening race in
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Every year at Barrett-Jackson Ford donates a special vehicle to raise funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and this year the one-off 2013 Shelby GT500 Cobra was chosen for the honor. The car made its debut this past summer, with Ford and Shelby collaborating to build the special GT500 as a tribute to Carroll, who had just passed
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles For the most part things are pretty quiet for Ford here at the Detroit Auto Show, especially with the Mustang that goes into 2014 relatively unchanged. That doesn't mean the Blue Oval doesn't have anything for show-goers, though. The entire Mustang lineup - still 2013 models - is still on display. Our favorite is this 2013 Shelby GT500, dressed up
The Boss 302 is not a sleeper. Anything that comes in bright yellow paint and 444hp cannot be called that. Though in this case it's tempting. While it may be easy to assume that this Boss is fast, it's probably faster than you think. How much power would be surprising? 600 horsepower? 800? Aim higher. Justin's Performance Center has tuned this thing to put down over 1200 horsepower at the wheels. They've even got
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles You may remember last year that SPEED TV gave away a custom Shelby GT500 during the Barrett-Jackson auction in Arizona as part of their Hagerty Fantasy Bid contest. If you missed your chance last year then don't worry - SPEED will be giving away a Shelby once again for 2013. Yesterday the channel announced that a one-of-a-kind, 800-plus- horsepower 2013
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Ever wonder how the Ford Mustang gets built? Here's your chance to find out. The National Geographic Channel recently chose the Mustang for its Megafactories series, highlighting the production of America's favorite pony car at Ford's facility in Flat Rock, MI, and the full 45 minute episode has been published on YouTube. The video follows how a Mustang is built
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles For those owners that want to put more power to the pavement, Shelby American has announced a new widebody option for the 2005-2009 Ford Mustang. Available for all models - V6, GT and Shelby GT500, the body package adds approximately 6-inches of tire to the rear of the car and 3-inches of tire to the front and is constructed
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ward's Auto has released their annual "10 Best Engines" list for 2013, and the Shelby GT500′s new 5.8-liter supercharged V8 made the list. In its 19th year, the list awards engines available in production vehicles on sale in the U.S. market. For the latest award the vehicles must be on sale within the first quarter of 2013 and comes
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles At the SEMA show in Las Vegas last month Roush unveiled a custom 700 horsepower Stage 3 Mustang in conjunction with Ford Racing and Sherwin-Williams. The car was impressive simply sitting on the show floor, boasting a Ford Racing Aluminator engine and Roush's new Phase 3 supercharger system as well as an eye-catching Sin City Silver and Luminescent Lime
Yes, that is a flat screen under the hood of this Mustang. No, it probably does not stand up well to heavy track duty. There are a lot of strange (pointless) mods at SEMA, but there's something distinctly "Pimp My Ride" about putting a screen in the engine bay.To make up for it, we've also got shots of the Shelby 1000, Falken's drift car and a few others. Check them out!
Mustang Forums Marcus Slater So many cars. So little time. The Mustang was an extremely popular choice for modding this year at SEMA. Not just the new ones (though they dominate our photo galleries) but the classics as well. Check out the photos below for a sampling of the rides below. My personal favorite so far is the '66 Mustang in Martini livery. Lovely.Enjoy! There's a link at the bottom for even more pictures
SEMA 2012 is well underway. While there are a lot (and I mean A LOT) of customized mustangs here, this Cobra Jet stood out in particular. And it's not just because Cobra Jets are awesome. This one is special. As in factory-built-twin-turbo-insanity special. This concept is not just a power exercise either. For chose the smallest turbos they could get away with to ensure that 5 liter V8 is as responsive as possible. They've
by John Coyle MustangForumsFive percent of the Ponies produced at the Blue Oval's Flat Rock plant are taken out for a road test. Eagle-eyed viewers will probably notice this isn't one of those evaluations. In this clip, Vaughn Gittin Jr. drifts his fully prepped Formula D car around some stationary victims,and gives an unlucky Mustang one the drift equivalent of French kiss. Check out the clip to see what I mean. Head over and see what members are saying
Story Andy Bolig / Images Jeremy Henrie and AndyBoligamosautoIn the performance driving arena, if you want to become a leader, you not only need to know how to drive, but you need to know the car you're driving.There are many ways to gain that experience with any particular car, but if you are one of those lucky souls who might find themselves behind the wheel of the new Boss 302 Mustang, you've got even more
by John Coyle Mustang ForumsThere's so much slow-motion drift footage on the internet. There's probably enough that every soul on the planet--including indigenous people who've never seen a still picture--could watch it continuously from birth to death and never see the same frames twice. But even though it's been abused, slow-motion video can reveal all kinds of awesomeness. Just check out this clip of Vaughn Gittin Jr. roasting a tire to death. Head over to the Forum to see
by John CoyleMustangForumsThis video was done to promote a watch by David Yurman. Revolution Shelby 1000 is a timepiece branded with Shelby badges, and I'm sure it's great. But I don't really care. If I want to know what time it is, I look at my phone, and if I was going to spend more than ten bucks for a wristwatch, I would save my pennies--for like a decade or so--and get a Rolex Submariner.
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles As part of their open house and car show in Southern California this past weekend, Saleen debuted their latest Mustang, the 2013 Saleen 302, in front of dozens of owners and enthusiasts. As you can see from the photos, the the 2013 model doesn't look all that different from the 2012 models, featuring the same overall design that debuted in 2010 as
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles If you're looking to go racing but don't have a ride yet then we may just have your car. Rehagen Racing, the 2009 Grand-Am GS champions, have put their Ford Mustang Boss 302R on eBay. The car was campaigned by Rehagen this past year in Grand-Am's Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge and features the updated 2013 bodywork, Boss 302R
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Shelby Releases New 2013 GT500 Super Snake Details and Photos We first showed you the 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake back in August where it was shown at the Monterey Motorsports Reunion. Now has released new details and photos of the car. With a base model rated at 662 horsepower and an optional 850 horsepower version, the limited edition
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford Motor Company and its employees today are opening a new era at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant, complete with a new name, 1,200 additional hourly jobs coming next year and plans to produce the 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan."The new Flat Rock Assembly Plant symbolizes the growth driven by our One Ford plan," said Mark Fields, Ford president
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Upon announcing that the Mustang would soon be coming to Europe as part of the company's renewed efforts for a global lineup of vehicles, neither Alan Mulally, Ford's president and CEO, or Stephen Odell, vice president and CEO of Ford Europe, gave no details on specifics--including when the Mustang would go on sale, how much it would cost or what
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles The Ford Mustang Cobra Jet has dominated the inaugural season the ADRL Supercar Showdown, winning all five of the events held so far this year. The Cobra Jets have been putting on a show in more than one way, though, as shown by driver Chris Holbrook during a qualifying session at the Gateway Drags IV at Gateway Motorsports Park
by John CoyleMustangForumsWhile Vaughn Gittin Jr. might have had a great time in Vegas, Pro-Am drifter Jim Guthrie didn't have as much luck. After what looked like a pretty sweet slide, he locked up the brakes and went into the tire barrier. While this doesn't look particularly awesome, according the description on YouTube--a truly unimpeachable source if there ever was one--the driver is fine and the "car should be salvageable." On a related note, it appears
Article courtesy of Mustangs Daily your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles This past weekend in Las Vegas Vaughn Gittin Jr. captured his third straight podium finish to maintain the overall Formula Drift points lead with just one event left in the year. The third place finish, following his two wins in New Jersey and Seattle, put him 25.5 points clear of the nearest competitor - 473 vs 447.50. With fellow
by Larry Card MustangForums In 2007 Hunter Rigsby got his first Mustang, a black 2006 V6. He joined the Mustang Forums to get information and help with his new ride, but he was always looking for something more. There was a local club in Hickory that was enticing, but they didn't really travel outside of the area and he really wanted something that involved more people and more of the Mustang community. Looking around the
by John CoyleMustangForumsHere's something I haven't seen before. Two Mustangs, one set up for drifting, the other tuned for the track, lapping a circuit at the same time. Both feature champion drivers-Formula D ace Vaughn Gittin Jr and 3-Time NASA National Champion Chris Cobetto, respectively-behind the wheel, so the friendly face-off should highlight the car's strengths. Without wanting to give too much away, this battle didn't turn out exactly the way I thought it
Article courtesy of Mustangs Daily your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articlesThe 2013 Shelby GT350 made its public debut this past weekend, displayed alongside the 2013 Shelby GT500 Cobra and the 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake at the Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. If the "Gotta Have It Green" Mustang looks familiar, that's because we showed you a photo gallery of the build up of the car
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Roush has announced their new Phase 2 Supercharger Kit calibrated to deliver 625 horsepower and 525 lb-ft torque to the 2011-2013 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8, an increase of 205-213 HP and 135 FT/LB over stock. Upgrades compared to the standard system include an 85mm supercharger pulley and a cold air induction system with a 110mm MAF and a reusable
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles When many people think about the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, often the radical one-off race cars that compete for the overall best time come to mind. In reality, though, much of the field is composed of a diverse number of vehicles ranging from rally cars to stock cars to electric prototypes, not to mention the dozens of bikes and quads
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford will soon be launching the next generation of Mustang for 2015, but before then company has one more year to produce the current model. While one might expect that Ford would simply carry over the 2013 Mustang unchanged into the next model year, it looks like there will be a few new options and colors available. According to a forum
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articlesOnce again, the intersection of 9 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue in Ferndale, just north of Detroit city limits, will be transformed into Ford Motor Company's Mustang Alley, an annual free attraction, run by more than 300 Ford volunteers during the Woodward Dream Cruise. Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 18 - rain or shine - this high-octane destination will feature more than 800
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles When Ford launched the 2013 Mustang at the L.A. Auto Show in November of last year we couldn't help but wonder what they were thinking. After all, Ford had already launched a revamped Mustang for 2010, introduced new powertrain options for 2011, and with the next generation arriving for the 2015 model year, this new design will only be around
by John CoyleMustang ForumsNobody knows why cars with nitrous blow up all the time. Kidding. But this is a perspective I haven't seen. As the motor gives out, you can see the flash against the other car, which is almost kind of arty. I say almost only because I don't know how many arty things involve exploding Mustang engines. After the boom, there's some good footage of the leftovers. [ via Autoholics ]
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Shelby announced their updated 2013 GT350 earlier this summer, one of the biggest changes being that the company is offering the car in any of Ford's color options. The GT350 was previously available in only white with blue stripes for 2011, with red and blue also available for the 2012 model year. To demonstrate the expanded color palette Shelby
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles The NMCA Flowmaster Muscle Car Nationals will host the Ford Racing Cobra Jet Showdown Presented by Diversified Products Marketing, a special event to be run in conjunction with the 6th Annual JE Pistons NMCA Muscle Car Nationals, at Milan Dragway in Milan, Michigan, August 24-26, 2012. All 2008-2013 Cobra Jet owners are invited to participate at the Showdown. "The Cobra
by John CoyleMustang ForumsThis crash happened during the Formula GT500 Copa--that's Formula GT500 Cup-- in Columbia, and demonstrates that even with AWD and a slew of electronic nannies, high-powered exotics can be a handful. Just ask this Lamborghini driver, who stomped on the gas only to have the Raging Bull go sideways and collide with a GT500. Oops.So obviously, the race was over for the Gallardo. But even though it got knocked up a
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Car enthusiasts will have an opportunity to purchase a rare Mustang personally owned by American automotive legend Carroll Shelby when it goes up for sale at The Vicari Auction Company's 16th annual Biloxi Auction, Oct. 12-13, 2012, at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center in Biloxi, Miss. Vicari will auction a 2009 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR that was delivered
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles We have a fondness for the Forza Motorsport franchise, not only for its realistic driving physics but for the incredible of selection of cars and racetracks. If we did have one complaint, though, it's that there's a shortage of Ford Mustangs, particularly late model ones. In the latest variant of the game, Forza 4, there is a decent amount of
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles For the last several years Ford has partnered up with EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI to auction off one-of-a-kind Mustangs to benefit the EAA Young Eagles program. The aviation themes have included the AV8R, the AV-X10 Dearborn Doll, the SR-71 Blackbird and last year's Blue Angels Mustang, all of which have combined to raise more than $1.5 million for the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles The Ford Mustang has a long history of serving as a police vehicle, most notably with the SSP (Special Service Package) Fox Body Mustangs built between 1982 and 1993. While Ford doesn't produce a Mustang specifically for law enforcement today, that doesn't stop local police departments from still using them for undercover duty. Perhaps our favorite Mustang cop car, though,
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Vaughn Gittin Jr. earned his second straight victory of the 2012 Formula Drift season with a win in front of a sold out crowd at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA this past weekend. After qualifying in the top spot Gittin made his way to the finals by taking out Miro Ovcharik, Michael Essa and Matt Powers. In the final
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles The 2013 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet made its competition debut this past weekend, and the results were nothing less than impressive. In the ADRL Summer Drags VIII at the U.S. 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Michigan the 2013 Cobra Jet made its first ever pass, running a 6.02 @ 115 mph in the 1/8th mile in the hands of 24
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Back in May Vaughn Gittin Jr. previewed the 2013 Mustang RTR, and now he has officially revealed the car with new styling, new features, improved performance and up to 624 horsepower in Spec 2 form. Like the previous versions, the 2013 Mustang RTR takes the best of multiple automotive cultures and tastefully meshes them with the incredible 2013 Ford
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Remember that Sterling Gray Shelby 1000 that we saw on display at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Orange County last month? Well it's back, this time at the drag strip at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway where Shelby was doing passes to get video and sound clips of the car. According to Shelby the car is an S/C version, which means the modified
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford Racing has already offered up plenty of inside access to the 2013 Mustang Cobra Jet, showing us everything from the initial testing at the drag strip to photos of the cars under production at the AutoAlliance International assembly plant in Flat Rock, MI. Now with the 2013 Cobra Jet finally wrapping up production this month, Ford Racing is providing
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articlesWith the introduction of the 2015 Ford Mustang looming, many have tried to put pen to paper and imagine what Ford's next generation pony car will look like. Early renderings were mere speculation than anything, but later drawings infused design cues from the futuristic Ford Evos Concept after it was reported that the next generation Mustang will lose much of its
The photo above comes from Retired Colonel's scary thread about getting his Mustang transported from California to Eastern Washington. Those of you who've had to put your rides on trailers know the anxiety entailed, and this story proves it's justified. Head over and see if you have any words of advice for the Colonel, I'm sure he'd appreciate it. And if you missed them, check out the stories below. eBay Find: 1969 Ford Mustang
by John CoyleMustang ForumsThis isn't the first time these two all-American bruisers have been compared, but it's the first time that Chris Harris has done it, which is reason enough to watch it. Initially, he takes both beasts for a spin around the streets of New York City--accurately described as "the worst place on earth to drive a car"--and then up to the track for some of the sideways action he's famous for. Most of
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Last week we told you about the 2013 Shelby GT500 participating in the Goodwood Festival of Speed as a tribute to the late Carroll Shelby. Now, thanks to Ford of Europe, we have some footage of the GT500 taking on the famous hill climb. Ford doesn't sell the Shelby in Britain or anywhere else in Europe, so this was their first chance to
Our buddies at American Muscle are throwing their annual Mustang show, and if it's anything like last year's, it's going to be a blast. Hey, what would you expect from the biggest Mustang show in the Northeast? Last year, there were over 700 Mustangs on display! Get all the details and check out the highlights from last summer's bash below.>>WhenAugust 12th, 2012Gates open at 9am. Show hours are 11am-5pm>>WhereDelaware Community College 901 Media Line Rd,
We may have lost a legend in the automotive world, but the company he left behind is Most are more familiar with the new 662 hp Shelby GT500, especially since buzz has been circulating around with the Shelby taking on the domestic nemesis, the Camaro ZL1.Let's not forget the GT500's older sibling, the GT350. It is indeed older considering the original GT350 was the first aftermarket Mustang placed into production. Shelby American is reintroducing the
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articlesFollowing up on their previous videos introducing you to the SVT engineering team, giving an inside look at the testing at the Nardo Ring in Germany and showing off the 2013 Shelby GT500′s launch control system, the most recent footage released by Ford displays the 661 horsepower Mustang's capabilities at the Speedworld 1/4 mile drag strip near the company's proving grounds
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles When Ford initially launched the Boss 302 in 2012 it separated itself from the standard Mustang GT with more horsepower and several unique components designed for lowering lap times at the track. For weekend warriors looking at buying a Mustang to take on the road course, the Boss 302 was the clear choice. With the debut of the revised 2013 Mustang back
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford has announced that the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 will appear at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed this week in a fitting tribute to the late Carroll Shelby. For its first appearance outside America, the US-only supercar will blast up the famous Goodwood hillclimb driven by guest race drivers. The iconic Zakspeed Capri is also set to sprint up the
American Muscle actually broadcast this footage live during the shoot, and while that's done, the guys preserved it for posterity. Watch the whole shoot below!What do you think about this shoot? Head over to the forum and sound off! >>
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles EAA AirVenture, the world's greatest annual aviation celebration in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has become known as the home for one-of-a-kind, aviation themed Ford Mustangs. For 2012, Ford, working with Creations n' Chrome, has created a "Red Tails Edition" Mustang to honor the exploits of the famous Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American aviators in the United States Army Air Corps. This
Good news for those looking to add some power to their 2011+ Mustang via supercharger system. Magnuson Products, LLC just announced their new pricing for the MP2300 TVS Supercharger system for the 2011+ Mustang GT featuring the 5.0-L Coyote motor.The MP2300 TVS Supercharger system now starts at $6050 for a black coated finish or spend an extra $100 for the FR Blue finish ($6150). This particular system produces 8-8.5 psi of boost and good for 545+
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Galpin Auto Sports has become synonymous with widebody Mustangs for the last couple years, building wild and aggressive looking cars like the 1000 horsepower Shelby GT500 Super Snake and Boss 302-X that debuted at SEMA last year. Now we've got a sneak peek of their latest widebody creation, with the company displaying a custom Shelby GT500 at the Barrett-Jackson Orange
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles The 2012 Shelby 1000 debuted at the New York Auto Show earlier this year as the most powerful Mustang ever built by the legendary company with 950 horsepower in standard trim and 1,100 horsepower available for the track-only S/C version. The car also features numerous performance upgrades including a full suspension upgrade, larger brakes, a 9-inch rear end and carbon
Content Provided by American Muscle Ford has been cranking out new videos showing us the capabilities of the new 2013 Shelby GT500! They've come close to hitting 200 MPH, tested it out on skid pads, 0-60 mph, brake testing, etc. Now, it was finally time to get this thing out in it's natural habitat... What better place then Nurburgring race track in Germany? The new supercharged 5.8L 2013 Shelby GT500 hit the track hard, so you'll
The Mustang has been around almost fifty consecutive years with many different models that graces the top of some dream car lists. The Boss 302 is one of those cars that graces the dream car list for some Mustang enthusiasts, classic or modern.However, a brand new one is available and will go home with one lucky winner in the form of a top-of-the-line race-ready Laguna Seca edition. The 2013 Boss will be a top prize
Marcus SlaterMustang ForumsWith the 2015 Mustang being a completely new model, the rumor mill has been kicked into high gear about what kind of engine the car will get. The GT will likely receive a variant of the Coyote 5L V8 that we've all come to know and love, but there hasn't been much noise about what kind of power the base model will be getting. Until now, we've kinda assumed that it'd be powered
Marcus Slater Mustang Forums There's no real need to hype the rivalry between the GT500 and the ZL1, it's the biggest one in the business. Surely the near future will be full of internet bar-fights over which car is faster, better, the bigger chick magnet, whatever. In any circumstance, it's best to have some solid, objective facts under your belt, which is exactly what Inside Line aims to supply in this video. Honestly, it's
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles The 2013 Shelby GT500 has incredible performance right out of the box. Last month Motor Trend did a thorough test of the new Shelby with impressive results: 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, 0-100 mph in 7.7 seconds and the 1/4 mile in 11.6 seconds at 125.7 mph. But 2013 GT500 also has plenty of untapped potential just waiting to get
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles With the debut of the 2015 Ford Mustang coming in the next couple years it was only a matter of time before Ford would begin testing out prototypes. It looks like that time as come, as spy photographers have captured a 2015 Mustang prototype being tested out on public roads. To the untrained eye the car might look like
Marcus Slater Mustang Forums Slamming on the brakes and feeling nothing is probably one of the scariest feelings you can have as a motorist. Now, experience that while racing, and multiply the pucker factor by ten. We can imagine how the driver of the #52 Boss 302 Mustang must have felt flying out of this corner at full speed. Luckily he's fine, thanks to the race track having a good run-off area and cushy
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Roush Performance is excited to introduce a new offering for the 2013 Ford Mustang V6. All new for the Roush Mustang lineup is the Roush RS or "Roush Six" package. The Roush RS is based on the 3.7L-V6 Ford Mustang and receives an array of Roush engineered styling and handling components. Gary Jurick, General Manager of Roush Performance, states
Marcus Slater Mustang Forums The horsepower wars are in full effect with the Ford's Mustang GT500 leading the vanguard against the Chevy ZL1. These two rivals have pushed each other to the limits of what's considered a sane amount of power available in a pony car. While they both boast incredible numbers, the only way to be absolutely sure is to take them to a dyno. Inside Line did just that, putting both cars
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles If you want the look of a classic Mustang with all the amenities of a modern pony car, then look no further than Retrobuilt. A couple years ago the Missouri-based company released their 1969 Mustang Fastback conversion, mixing the underpinnings and drivetrain of the current S197 Mustang with the styling of the legendary Boss 302. Now they have followed
Marcus Slater Mustang ForumsWith no word on the release date of the Shelby 1000, Mustang owner's looking for the most power from a turn-key car are going to have to turn to tuners like UBB.Just in case there were any concerns about it living up to it's name, the Widow Maker makes enough power to generate fear in the hearts of wives and girlfriends the world over. The supercharger sitting atop the 5.4L heart
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com your source for all the latest For Mustang News and articles. When Ford announced the 2013 Shelby GT500 back in November, the new aluminum block 5.8-liter V8 was initially rated at an astounding 650 horsepower. As if that wasn't enough, Ford updated the rating last month to 662 horsepower and 631 lb-ft torque. However, it looks like those numbers aren't necessarily a true reflection of the new GT500′s horsepower rating, as
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles When we first saw Creations n' Chrome's Boy Racer Mustang right before it debuted at SEMA, Gary Watson, the company's founder, told us that it wasn't just going to be a show car. While we don't consider Watson to be untrustworthy, we had a hard time believing that he would risk ruining the chrome red paint job worth thousands
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles After a disappointing tenth place finish at Miller Motorsports Park last month, Justin Bell and the rest of the Tiger Racing team were looking forward to this week's SCCA World Challenge race at Laguna Seca in Monterey, CA. Bell is very familiar with the track, having previously won a Trans-Am race there, and he would be racing with 70 less
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Vaughn Gittin Jr. burst onto the Mustang aftermarket scene at the 2009 SEMA Show with the debut of the carbon fiber Mustang RTR-C. While the car was certainly impressive, it wasn't really something that Gittin could market to the public thanks to its $135,000 price tag. Of course, that's where the Mustang RTR comes in. Featuring an attractive body kit
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Rumors continue to abound regarding the upcoming 2015 Ford Mustang, the latest being that the Blue Oval's next generation pony car will rely heavily on design cues from the Evos Concept that debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September of last year. It's hard to imagine how the styling from the Evos would be implemented on the Mustang, but
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles On paper the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 may not look like it's much different than the 2012 model, and in all honesty it's the truth. The exterior design has been tweaked, the graphics package changed, and a few options have been added to the interior. Even so, out of all the 2013 Mustang lineup the Boss 302 sets itself apart
At first the comparison might seem like a strange one. The Mustang is a V6 300hp heavyweight. On the other hand, Subaru's BRZ is a feather light, 200 hp scalpel on wheels. At their core though, they're both through-and-through sports cars that offer an accessible amount of performance through wildly different philosophies. Through that lens, putting them both on a California canyon road suddenly makes a lot more sense.MotorTrend does exactly that in this video. They're not
Article provided by Mustangs Daily, Your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Despite having a more-than-respectable 305 horsepower and 280 lb-ft torque from the factory, V6-powered Mustangs don't get quite as much respect as their V8 siblings. The aftermarket especially doesn't give much love to the Mustang V6, with companies mainly producing parts for the 5.0L V8, and performance shops generally use the Mustang GT as their base for project cars.
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford and SVT shocked the automotive world when it announced the 2013 Shelby GT500 would be packing 650 horsepower - the highest of any production V8 in the world - thanks to a new 5.8-liter supercharged V8. That extra horsepower, combined with improved aerodynamics and revised gearing, allows for an incredible top speed of 202 mph, putting the new Shelby
Mustangs are like the bread and butter of the american drift scene. Semi-trucks... less so.In comparison to the mini-mustang, and cobra cop chase drift videos we've seen, this one still strikes us as bizarre. It's strange to see a semi-truck mixing it up on Laguna Seca. It's strange to see a spoiler that's a solid two stories tall. But the strangest part is watching it get sideways. It's like watching a elephant try waltz. Totally
Content Prodivded by MustangsDaily.com Sometimes it can take months for a product to come to market after it's initially shown to the public, but that's not the case for Shelby's latest Mustang. After debuting the 950 horsepower 2012 Shelby 1000 at the New York Auto Show earlier this month, the company is already hard at work building the first customer car at their facility in Las Vegas, NV. The vehicle shown is actually a Shelby 1000 S/C,
You might not think it at first, but the GT500 has a split personality. Up front, all you can hear is the tinny whine of it's supercharger. But get behind it, and that funny noise explodes into the sound of thunder. No doubt, this is one of the best sounding cars in the world right now.We're also thankful that this video is good, because there are a ludicrous amount of awful car videos on youtube. Hit
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. You might recognize the chrome-clad Mustang pictured above, as we did an exclusive preview of the car ahead of its SEMA debut this past year. Built by Creations n' Chrome, the Boy Racer Mustang is one of the most eye-catching pony cars we've ever seen with its red chrome paint, 3d Carbon body kit and HRE Comp 95 18-inch wheels. It's
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Ford took the automotive industry by surprise when it unveiled the 2013 Shelby GT500 back in November. With its 5.8-liter supercharged V8 producing 650 horsepower and new aerodynamics allowing for a top speed of 202 mph, the new GT500 is unequivocally the most impressive Mustang to ever come from the factory. However, with the next generation Mustang coming in 2014
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com This weekend Justin Pawlak won the opening round of the Formula Drift season in Long Beach, CA for the second straight year, making it three years in a row that a Ford Mustang driver has won the event. Pawlak, who finished a close second in the overall standings last year, defeated 2009 champion Chris Forsberg in the quarter finals and eventually beat out 2011 season champion and Falken teammate Daijiro Yoshihara
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news ProCharger has an impressive lineup of supercharger systems for the current Mustang lineup, from the HO, Stage II and cog race systems for the 5.0-liter V8 to the supercharger for the 3.7-liter V6. ProCharger has proved their worth on track as well, with a Mustang V6 running in the 12s and a 5.0-powered Mustang netting a 9-second time slip. Now ProCharger has
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com Last weekend's Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge race at Barber Motorsports last week wasn't a great one for the Ford Mustang. Despite dominating the race in previous years and having no less than a dozen examples in the field, the Mustang teams couldn't get an ounce of luck throughout the race weekend. A poor qualifying meant that most of the Mustangs started mid-pack or near the back, which eventually ended up
by Patrick RallMustangForumsHello MustangForums members, HopUp28's 2006 Ford Mustang GT police car was stolen last night in Delaware. I'm asking that MustangForums members post this everywhere that they can--including other forums and Facebook--that may be willing to help a out fellow Mustang brother. Here's a description: The car is totally unmarked on the driver's side, and at the time it was stolen it had electrical tape on the passenger side door covering the words "TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT".
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com With testing finally complete, the production of the 2013 Mustang Cobra Jet has officially begun with each of the 50 limited edition turn-key racecars now undergoing their first stage of construction at one of Ford Racing's suppliers. At this stage unnecessary components are removed to save weight and a 4130 chrome-moly, 8.5-ET certified roll cage fitted. Afterwards, each of the Cobra Jets will head over to the AutoAlliance International plant where
Earlier this week Microsoft officially unveiled "Project Detroit," a 2012 Mustang converted to 1967 bodywork created to inspire developers to think about building apps and automotive technologies of the future. The car was built in cooperation with West Coast Customs of Corona, CA as part of their television series, Inside West Coast Customs. Connected-device scenarios featured in the car incorporate Kinect for Xbox 360, Xbox 360, the Windows operating system, Windows Phone, Windows Azure,
Content courtesy of American Muscle By Marcus SlaterMustang Forums Our friends at American Muscle like to have fun in parking lots too. Just not surrounded by people like that guy from earlier this week. Instead, they prefer to do burnouts surrounded by other Mustangs... doing burnouts. I think I know which I prefer too. From top to bottom: 2012 Boss 302 2012 Mustang 5.0L GT "Project Blackout" 2011 Procharger Supercharged 3.7L V6 2007 Mustang GT
Content Courtesy of TorqueNews By Patrick Rall Bill Barnes, an active member of MustangForums.com, Team Detroit Racing, and MOCSEM (Mustang Owners Club of South Eastern Michigan) will be making an appearance on SPEED TV's "Pass Time" with his rocking Cobra Jet clone.Bill's Cobra Jet might look like an the real deal, it's actually a street legal clone. The folks at Blue Collar Performance in Westland Michigan, helped him build his Cobra Jet from the 5.0L
It always comes back to this, doesn't it? Mustang vs. Camaro. The original pony cars. They've been at each other throats since their inception. Locked, in a constant struggle for hearts and minds of gear heads the world over. Lucky for us, that rivalry has produced some awesome cars. These two are no different.The saga continues in this video, with Motor Trend pitting Ford's menacing Boss 302 Laguna Seca edition against GM's latest and greatest Camaro:
Forgiato released this flashy video featuring their wheels on two trick Mustangs. The wheels themselves are actually not bad if the low-profile, angular-rim look is your thing. I wish there were more clear shots of them in motion, but the edgy-ness of video gets in the way.Here's the silver one without the quick-cuts and special effects ruining everything. The wheels actually fit with the body kit and everything else, but, those 21-inch turbine blades
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles.The police department of El Paso, TX has a new weapon in their arsenal to crack down on speeders - a fleet of thirteen 2012 Ford Mustangs GTs. Officer Sergio Cordova is one of the lucky police officers who gets to drive one of the new Mustangs, and he appreciates the fact that his job is to drive a muscle car
by Marcus SlaterMustang Forums If there's one thing that Mustangs can do well, it's run. Ford's 2013 Cobra Jet turn-key drag racers put on a show as they spring down the quarter mile in this video. Both the naturally-aspirated and the supercharged models were testing at the Palm Beach International raceway. A good look at the new cars shows us two things: 1. They're really good at doing burnouts. 2. They both look really
Article courtesy of Mustangs Daily, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Late last night Ford released official details and photos of the new 2013 Shelby GT500 Convertible, and today they officially revealed the car at the Chicago Auto Show. Like the coupe that made its debut at the L.A Auto Show, the GT500 Convertible has been upgraded with the new supercharged 5.8-liter V8 with 650 horsepower. The convertible doesn't have
by John CoyleMustang ForumsHis old 300C is for sale, and the only things he's driven since before being inaugurated are golf balls. But that couldn't keep him from checking out the 650HP 2013 Shelby GT500 at the Washington DC Auto Show on Tuesday. According to Jalopnik, he checked out a bunch of rides, including a Focus, ZR1, and Dodge Dart, but he apparently liked the potent Pony best. Hey, it makes sense that a
by Ricardo Topete amosauto.comMustangs, like many other sports cars, have rear seats that are mainly there for moral support. It's cramped enough to give anybody a case of claustrophobia.Kids can fare well back there, but in a few short years, they'll rather ride in mom's minivan where they can stretch their legs a bit. So what to do with a futile rear seat? Simply omitting it isn't a good option as it will leave
by Chris Rose American MuscleIf you've been following our 2012 Boss 302, you know that we've been doing what many Boss owners dare to do... use the car for what it was built for! Most Mustang junkies will know that one of the coolest features on the car was the fact that it came with factory side-exit exhaust. We loved the idea... and when we added over 60 horsepower and 69 torque to our
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articlesAt the SEMA Show back in November Roush wowed us by unveiling the Stage 3 Premier Edition Mustang featuring unique Sherwin-Williams Planet Color paints. The limited edition pony car is perhaps the flashiest yet to come from Roush, with paint names Blue Bayou, Gold Rush, Liquid Copper and Red Blooded American. The prototype at the show featured a brilliant orange called
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles We've seen plenty of custom Mustangs over the years, but one of the most fascinating is this 2011 convertible you see here. Built by Galpin Auto Sports, this bright orange Mustang made its debut at the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, and while the bright orange paint job might be the first thing you notice, a closer look reveals
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles Ford isn't debuting anything Mustang related at the North American International Auto Show this year (rumors of a Shelby GT500 Convertible ended up being false), but that doesn't mean there isn't Mustang news here in Detroit. Ford is displaying a 2013 Mustang Boss 302 in "Gotta Have It Green," a new color for 2013. This is the first time the
by John CoyleMustangForumsWe'll be getting photos from the floor during NAIAS next week, but Jalopnik has posted the best photos yet of the Ford's new "Gotta Have It Green" paint. Personally, I think there should be a five-year moratorium on cars painted silver, white or black, and anyone--like um, Toyota folks--who orders a beige vehicle should have their driving privileges suspended for six months. Because the roads getting way, way too boring! Wouldn't sitting
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles There are quite a few supercharger options for the 2011+ Mustang, but there are not nearly as many turbocharged setups available. The folks over at Modular Depot are aiming to change that, and in cooperation with Jon Lund of Lund Racing have developed a prototype twin-turbo system for the 5.0-liter engine that is as potent as it is pretty. The
Article courtesy of MustangsDaily.com, your source for all the latest Ford Mustang news and articles. Last month Ford unveiled the 650 horsepower 2013 Shelby GT500 at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and its probable that very few Mustang fans came away unimpressed. Those that prefer their driving with the top down, however, were possibly left wanting as a convertible version was noticeably absent. Drop-top fans need not fret, though, as TopSpeed.com is now reporting that
by John CoyleMustang ForumsEver wondered if it's a good idea to remove the governor on your V6 Mustang and go for a top speed run? Well, we know it's not uncommon, but this video proves you might not want to push the envelope too much. At around 135MPH, this Pony's driveshaft decided it'd had enough. Details come from the YouTube description: "Major damage caused by the broken shaft included a hole in the metal
by John CoyleMustang ForumsOK, I guess it's only fair to say combining a deer and a Mustang could be worse. For example, the deer could be real, and the merger could have occurred on a dark road at highway speeds. That said, this is pretty bad. Another video is posted below. via Autoholics We don't know what to think about this. Do you? Sound off in the Forum! >>>>
by John Coyle Mustang Forums The Swiss might be all precise when they make watches and stuff, but apparently not so much when they drive American muscle cars. Our buddies at BangShift are speculating the 24-year-old driver of this 5.0 mixed up first and reverse--but I honestly have no clue what happened here. Regardless of the cause, the dude crashed through a parking garage wall and plummeted three stories to the street, hitting a
by Jason GiacchinoMustang ForumsIt's a wonderful time to be a muscle car enthusiast. Case in point? Renewed fighting between arch rivals Ford and Chevy. The Mustang might have invented the pony car class, but in 1967, Chevy crashed the party and a beef was born. When it announced the 2012 Camaro ZL1 last year, it appeared the General would become king of the mountain. And the heart of the ZL1's power--a supercharged 6.2L engine rated at
by Patrick RallFord Motor Company announced today the specifications on the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 and after much speculation, we know that the new super muscle car is really (and we mean really) powered by a new supercharged 5.8L V8 making 650 horsepower - making it the most powerful production V8 engine in the world. After the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was introduced with 580 horsepower, everyone expected to see the Shelby GT500 Mustang get
by Michael Farner Mustang ForumsOK, I realize this is Mustang Forums. But SEMA is a celebration of all things automotive, and I figured this crowd would appreciate seeing some killer cars that didn't happen to be wearing the Blue Oval. This was my fifth year attending, and I'm happy to report that while the 2009 and 2010 shows were a little slow, this year was the most packed I've seen since 2006. Call me crazy,
by Michael FarnerMustang ForumsThis was posted on YouTube way back in 2008, but I hadn't see it until today. Hey, even if you've seen it, it's totally worth watching again. This is from the description: "Over 100mph in my 07 Mustang GT/CS! This is just the best jump of about 5. Started slow and worked my way up to this to gauge how it would land. I had no damage to the car at
by Lesley FarnerMustang ForumsAt SEMA next week, the Blue Oval will be showing off it's new TracKey system, which allows drivers to flip between a street-friendly tune, and a no-hold-barred performance setting. In the simplest possible terms, it's basically a "sport mode" on steroids, and also provides access to Pony's "Easter Egg" launch control feature.Unfortunately, TracKey will also come with some baggage, not the least of which is that installation of the trick technology
by Lesley FarnerMustang ForumsStraight out of the box, the Blue Oval's Boss 302 Laguna Seca is already a fierce competitor. Just check out how well it did in Motor Trend's Best Drivers' Car shootout! But after the wizards at Hennessey start working their magic, this already potent Pony gets even more ferocious.The Boss 302 in the video above is sporting the HPE700 Supercharged Upgrade, which boosts output to a bone-crushing 700 horsepower. Pair that
by Chris RoseAmerican MuscleA few weeks back, we took a trip to Beech Bend Raceway in Bowling Green, KY with the 5.0 Mustang & Super Fords Magazine crew to give them a taste of our Procharged 2011 V6--which currently holds the record for the fastest 2011 V6 Mustang in the world. Steve Turner, chief editor at 5.0, wanted to get some seat time to see exactly what the car could do! It was definitely
by Ricardo Topeteamosauto.com2010 introduced a thorough redesign of the S197 Mustang platform that we've become so fond of. Ford did a terrific job in updating the car inside and out. Right now, we're going to give some love to 2010 GT owners. Our friends at GTR High Performance (Rancho Cucamonga, California) teamed up with BBK Performance and Magnaflow Exhaust to demonstrate three easy ways to feed the 2010 Pony more oats. GTR corralled a stock
by John CoyleMustang ForumsHalloween is almost here, and since I'm over costumes and candy, for me, that means only one thing--it's almost time for SEMA! I've been covering the show since 2006, and this year I'm more excited than ever to hop on the plane to Sin City!Because this annual Vegas blowout is--by far--the craziest car show I've experienced. For five days, full-scale Hot Wheels, million-dollar exotics, historic hot rods, ridiculous restomods, and acres of
via Ford Motor Companyamosauto.comWhen Ford Designer Melvin Betancourt created a one-of-a-kind 2012 Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca for auction at an upcoming charity event to benefit cardiovascular care, research and education at Henry Ford Health System, he says it was a labor of love that came straight from the heart.Betancourt, 49, suffered a serious heart problem 11 years ago, and he credits the doctors at Henry Ford with saving his life."I went to the doctor
by John CoyleMustangForumsObviously, the people who shot this didn't drink the drift video Kool-Aid. Because if they had, they'd know that all Formula D videos are required to feature acres of slow-motion footage and a horrible techno music score. But this video isn't like that! It's done with high-speed film, and it's set to the "William Tell Overture!" It's world's better. And while Vaughn Gittin Jr. didn't pilot his Mustang to a championship, it's
by Patrick RallMustangForumsSince the Blue Oval began installing their EcoBoost engines into various vehicles across the its lineup, there have been rumors that one of these high tech turbocharged engines will find its way into the Ford Mustang. Those rumors have been somewhat confirmed in off-the-cuff comments by Ford boss Bill Ford Jr., but there has been no official work from the folks at Ford. However, Ford has shown a strong preference for using the
by Patrick Rall Mustang Forums Ford has used their 4.2" LCD screen mounted in the driver's information center in a variety of vehicles--including the 2011 Ford F150 Raptor--and thanks to some online spyshots, it looks like the 2013 Ford Mustang will get that same 4.2" screen with special performance minded applications. While the Raptor features special gauges to show the direction of the front wheels and the angle of the truck in their "Truck Apps"
by Patrick Rall Mustang Forums Rumors have been plentiful over the past few months about what we will see under the hood of the 2013 Shelby GT500 when it hits the streets next year, ranging from a new 5.8L V8 to a twin turbocharger setup replacing the supercharger on the current GT500. However, thanks to the details of the tentative 4-year labor deal between Ford Motor Company and the United Auto Workers union, we know now
by Patrick RallMustang ForumsThe 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 has been billed by Ford Motor Company as the best handling factory built Mustang of all time and the limited Laguna Seca edition elaborates on the incredible additions made to the standard Mustang GT to make this one incredible road racer. However, Ford recognized the rabid enthusiasm by Mustang owners for drag racing so in addition to building the car that will stop and turn on
by Patrick Rall Mustang Forums The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 is being billed as the best handling factory-built Mustang of all time--a big claim from just one in an incredible lineup of historic performance cars. The 2012 Boss 302 has become an instant classic with performance capabilities to back up those claims. And should a prospective Boss buyer want optimum performance, there is the Boss 302 Laguna Seca Edition that includes enhanced suspension parameters
by Chris RoseAmericanMuscleIf you've been following along throughout our 2011 V6 Mustang project, you know we left off with a respectable 12.47 1/4 mile pass at the end of Stage 4. That was a really good time for what we had into the car up until that point. It was even the fastest recorded 11-12 V6 pass for quite some time until Central Florida Motorsports and another privately owned 2011 V6 both pulled amazing
by Jason GiacchinoMustang ForumsOk, here's the situation. You pick up your new Ford Mustang and are enamored with your purchase. Trouble is you want this car to be yours, unique to you, something to set it apart from the masses. Let's face it, when starting from scratch, there are almost too many areas to target with your limited customization cash. Don't let yourself get overwhelmed!Here we'll take a look at some of the easily achievable
by Jason GiacchinoMustang ForumsIn a world of optimizing performance, it's a sad reality that the drive shaft is often overlooked. Why is it sad? Because there are certainly more costlier modifications which result in a lot less discernible gains.In the case of the Ford Mustang, the stock steel unit is heavy, clunky and not designed to handle top speeds the engine is capable of producing. Fortunately, swapping to an aluminum aftermarket unit is a fairly
by John CoyleMustang ForumsI'll admit it. I was pretty surprised that Drive had won Nicolas Winding Refn Best Director at Cannes. As a car guy who loves movies, I'm generally pretty disappointed with "car movies." The stories generally suck, and there's a lot of potential for really bad CGI. That said, the Mustang action and the "R" rating--read: "strong brutal bloody violence and nudity"--insure I'll break down and see Drive. But what's the deal
by John CoyleMustang ForumsLast week we posted about how well the Boss 302 Laguna Seca performed in Motor Trend's Best Driver's Car of 2011 test. Even in the face of competition from the Ferrari 458 Italia, the Lexus LFA and the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, the Blue Oval's potent Pony held its own.Of course, even the best handling cars in the world are at the mercy of their owners. And the Wisconsin man who owns
by Patrick RallMustang ForumsThe 2012 Shelby Mustang GTS post-title package was formally unveiled at the 2011 New York Auto Show. This new low-cost Shelby package is intended to offer a more affordable option for those who cannot afford Shelby models like the Super Snake package. The new 2012 Shelby Mustang GTS was expected to hit the markets later this year as an offering to both the 3.7L base model and 5.0L-powered Mustang GT but due
by John CoyleMustang ForumsIn this clip, the Boss 302 Laguna Seca faces off against--deep breath--the Ferrari 458 Italia, Nissan GT-R, Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Porsche Cayman R, Audi R8, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Lexus LFA, BMW 1 Series M and a Lotus Evora S. This all-star drag was shot for Motor Trend's "Best Driver's Car of 2011" piece, and it's awesome. Obviously, the Pony is the cheapest car on the grid, and before you think
by John Coyle MustangForums There are plenty of ugly Mustangs out there--but they don't always come with such hilarious press material. Germans are known for being detail-oriented perfectionists, so it's no clue how some of these gems slipped by the PR department. I particularly enjoyed this bold statement:"But let's move on to the main accomplishment of the Design-World in Sundern: for example, the fact that this company can make your car look different, so
by Chris RoseAmericanMuscle So far, our 2011 V6 has completely transformed from a moderately responsive and dumbed-down V6 slushbox into a hard and fast-shifting beast that not only is good in a straight line, but kept up in a professional road-course environment. We could have called it quits and retired the car very respectably at Stage 3, right? That's just not how we roll at AmericanMuscle... It was time to set this V6 apart
by Patrick RallWhile the 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 wont get a jump in horsepower to keep up with the likes of the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, the newest Mustang Cobra will feature one new feature to improve performance, along with a handful of convenience items to help add more luxury to the high performance pony car.First of all, the 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will come equipped with the same supercharged 5.4L V8 as the 2011 models
by Patrick RallWhen the 2012 Ford Mustang hits the streets later this year, it will feature the same 3.7L V6 in the base model and the same 5.0L V8 in the Mustang GT - with these two engines working to make the current Mustang the most powerful and fuel efficient version of the fabled American performance car. The 2012 Ford Mustang with the 3.7L V6 will continue on with 305 horsepower while offering 31mpg with
Photos courtesy of www.fordperformancegroup.comby Patrick RallIntroduced at the Detroit Auto Show and available only on the Ford Mustang V6 Premium is Ford Equipment Group 203A - the official Mustang Club of America package. This package is predominantly an appearance package, offering some measure of exclusivity to those who want a V6 Mustang with a little more personality than the general "base model" 2012 Ford Mustang.The Mustang Club of America package carries an MSRP of $995
Content provided by All About CarsBy Mike Blake, Carlisle EventsWhen Robert S. McNamara conceptualized the T-5 Project for Ford and turned it over to Lee Iacocca, they never dreamed that 40 years later, the car would endure as the greatest-selling Pony Car of all-time.The name Mustang was an after-thought. Chevy had some rights to the moniker and the names Cheetah, Puma, Cougar, Colt, Special Falcon and Torino were considered.On April 17, 1964, the $2360 Mustang
For years the Mustang Shelby GT500 has suffered from added weight and an unwieldy engine better designed for a pickup than a sports car. All of that has changed with the arrival of the 2011 Mustang Shelby GT500. Ford has finally overhauled the engine on all of the Mustangs, and like its weaker cousins, the new 5.4L supercharged V8 engine roars like a lion, adding respectability to a once beleaguered car. The reduced weight, new
The last piece of the horsepower puzzle was BBK's Underdrive Power Pulley kit (Part # 1563). Historically, power pulleys always do well in dyno tests because they show noticeable gains from the moment the loud pedal is buried. Power and torque gains across the entire rpm range are a trademark of power pulleys. Our test car yielded respectable peak-to-peak gains of 6 rwhp, but the largest gains came in at 5,000 rpm, which revealed 7
Next on the agenda was to upgrade the exhaust system. Magnaflow set us up with its Tru X-pipe (Part # 16457), which is a simple cut-and-clamp affair. Magnaflow's crosspipe retains the stock catalytic converters, making it 100-percent smog legal. Magnaflow also provided us with its axle-back muffler kit (Part # 16573) which complements the crosspipe nicely and yields a smooth, authoritative exhaust bark. An hour later, GTR had fitted both pieces onto the 'Stang, and
From experience, we have learned that Mustangs respond well to free-flowing induction systems. Since the 2010 GT is factory equipped with a "cold air" induction that contributes to its increase in output, we weren't sure if there was room for improvement. BBK Performance answered the challenge and provided its new cold air intake for the 2010 GT. BBK designed its kit to eliminate the need to re-flash the computer, which saves considerable cash in
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