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[26 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 417 views]
Fabulous Fords at Knotts 2010

This past weekend hundreds of Mustang owners gathered for the 25th annual Fabulous Fords at Knotts Berry Farm. Everything from a 1964 Indy 500 Pace Car Convertible to the 2010 FR500CJ Cobra Jet were in attendance. You can see all the photos from the event below.

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[20 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 154 views]
2010 Hurst Mustang to debut as Mustang Challenge pace car

Hurst Performance Vehicles, a company responsible for some of the most iconic pace cars in racing history, will once again debut a special-edition Mustang built to serve as the official pace car for the 2010 Ford Racing Mustang Challenge Series.
The 2010 Hurst Mustang pace car will debut during the Ford Racing Mustang Challenge race at Virginia International Raceway on April 25, 2010.
After its run with the Ford Racing Mustang Challenge, this unique and highly-collectible Pace Car will make special appearances at the Hot Rod …

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[16 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 399 views]
SMS Supercars Unveils 2011 302 Mustang

On the day before the 46th anniversary of the debut of the Ford Mustang, which was launched on April 17, 1964, Steve Saleen, the man whose name has become synonymous with high performance Mustangs, launched his most eagerly awaited SMS Signature Series cars, the 2011 SMS 302 Mustang.
SMS Supercars President and CEO Steve Saleen says: “Many automotive enthusiasts have embraced our SMS 570 Challenger, but I know our core fans have been waiting for the first Mustang to come from the new company, SMS …

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[15 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 97 views]
2011 Ford Mustang online configurator now available

Ford has just launched its configurator for the 2011 Mustang, allowing users to build their very own Mustang featuring the new 5.0-liter V8 or the 3.7-liter V6. The base Mustang V6 coupe starts at $22,145 while the Mustang GT now comes in at $29,645. Some notable options include the Brembo Brake Package ($1,695), the Security Package ($395), and a 3.73 rear axle ratio ($395). You can configure your own at Ford’s web site.

Videos »

[15 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 68 views]
Video: The Mustang’s new 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8

Ford has just released a new video detailing the 2011 Mustang GT’s 5.0-liter V8. In addition to the technical details, there’s some pretty good footage of the car as well. You can see the video below.

New Products »

[13 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 110 views]
New Product: K&N air intake adds seven horsepower to the 2010 Mustang V6

2010 Ford Mustang owners who have the 4.0L V6 engine can boost their power with a simple air intake modification. K&N offers a high performance air intake system, part number 63-2577, that guarantees your Mustang will get extra power.
The 63-2577 replaces your factory air filter and air intake housing with a custom intake tube and an oversized high-flow air filter (part RC-4381). The reusable air filter can go up to 100,000 miles, depending on driving conditions, before it needs service.  A black powder …

Motorsports »

[11 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 1,148 views]
Vaughn Gittin Jr. captures debut win in his 2011 Monster Energy / Falken Tire Ford Mustang

Just days after the debut of his brand new 2011 Ford Mustang drift car, Vaughn Gittin Jr. captured the win in the first competition of the 2010 Formula Drift season. Gittin beat out Rhys Millen in the final, giving him his second Formula Drift victory and the points lead to start the season.
[Source: VaughnGittin.com]

Photo Galleries »

[10 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 811 views]
Photo Gallery: Iacocca Silver 45th Anniversary Edition Mustang

The Iacocca Silver 45th Anniversary Edition is not your typical aftermarket Mustang. Not only does it honor the father of the Mustang, Lee Iacocca, but its custom bodywork is built by Metalcrafters, one of the most respected coachbuilders and constructors of concept cars in the country. You won’t find any stick-on parts or ill-fitting bodywork on this pony car. The Iacocca Mustang has the performance to back up the looks as well, with a Ford Racing suspension system and optional supercharger and big brake package.
Of course, all of that comes …

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[9 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 590 views]
Vaughn Gittin unveils new drift Mustang for 2010

Last night Vaughn Gittin unveiled his brand new ride for the 2010 Formula Drift season along with his new sponsor, Monster Energy Drink. Based on the 2011 Mustang GT, the new car gets an updated chassis and suspension and a new look to match Gittin’s RTR-C Mustang. Falken remains as a sponsor as well, and a set of RT-615K tires are on all four HRE wheels. You can see photos of Gittin’s new drift Mustang below.

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[3 Apr 2010 | No Comment | 399 views]
Roush Barrett-Jackson Edition Mustang prototype auctioned off for $100,000

The concept car for the new line of 2010 ROUSH® Barrett-Jackson Edition Mustangs was sold today for a total of $100,000 during the Palm Beach, Fla., auction. This car was custom painted in “Back in Black” with “Red Hot Chili Pepper” stripes that sparkled under the television lights. The auction was shown live during the SPEED television broadcast.
This car was the prototype for a run of 25 units on the 2010 Ford Mustang chassis, each sporting 540 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque. …