Tag: Ford Mustang

  • Cars in movies – top 5

    Each car enthusiast has a movie that makes them smile just thinking of it. You will have the opportunity to read a little more about some of the most cherished cars used in movies.

    Number 5

    AUDI A8 W12- Transporter 2

    This car is taking a serious part in the plot of the movie. Jason Statham needs to chase the bad guys all over the place and the Audi is a serious partner in his mission. The movie is abundant with stunts that the A8 has to perform. Thanks to the massive twelve-cylinder 6.0 liter engine and some driving skill of course, it almost looks easy to do.

    Audi A8 6.0 Quattro
    Audi A8 6.0 Quattro

    Number 4

    Nissan Skyline R34- The Fast and the Furious

    One of the fastest cars in the world, the dream of the PlayStation generation. The Skylines used in the movie are GTRs but not quite – the purpose of these cars was to draw attention and being all wheel drive, the grip was too much for burnouts and fun. That’s why the Skylines used, had their front driveshafts excised and the magic was done. As you already know the GTRs are claimed 280 hp from the factory, which is ridiculous for a 6 cylinder 2.6 twin-turbo engine. Still one of the two fastest skylines used in the movies is claimed 505 hp, which is enough to do 12 seconds in the quarter mile run. The main car used in the movie has been equipped with HKS tuning parts, JIC’s suspension and 3 NOS bottles, neither of which had something to do with the engine. Being so full of “extras”, AWD and AWS removed, the performance is not quite as what is expected from a skyline though.

    Nissan Skyline GT-R R34
    Nissan Skyline GT-R R34

    Number 3

    Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works – The Italian Job

    Complicated relations, a lot of money, a lot of thrill and a couple of Mini Coopers as a final touch.  In the plot several old friends are trying to get to a huge amount of gold. For the purpose they need small, maneuverable and still fast cars. The Mini Cooper turns out to be the best option for the job. The Aero body kit makes the cars look stunning.  Did you know that gasoline-powered vehicles were not allowed in the subway system of LA, that’s why a couple of electric cars were built for these scenes? In total 32 Minis were used in the movie, some of them specially customized to make some of the incredible stunts possible.

    Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works
    Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works

    Number 2

    Volkswagen Beetle – Herbie Fully Loaded

    This is a car with a lot of history in the movie world. It has participated in a couple of Disney movies starting in 1968 – The Love Bug. What is strange and interesting about Herbie is that it is almost a human being – has his own thoughts, soul and drives himself. 30 Beetles were used for the footage of the last movie of the series – “Herbie Fully Loaded”. One of the beetles has a 200hp engine that is capable of getting the car to over 135 mph. Unfortunately having all the effects of modern cinema, the car looks normal no more. It moves its bumper, blinks, gives out noises etc. Unlike the first movies from the series, where you could just feel that there was something special  about the car, some kind of emotion, without making it look human.

    1963 Volkswagen Beetle Herbie
    1963 Volkswagen Beetle Herbie

     

    Number 1

    Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 ‘Eleanor’ – Gone in Sixty Seconds

    The dream machine from “Gone in 60 seconds”. Alike the movie, this car is a true masterpiece and quite a mystery. The car is named Eleanor, but initially the plan was not to use a mustang at all. At first the idea was to have a GT40 grabbing the attention. However, it turned out that building one would cost a fortune even considering what the purpose was. Basically it was all making a car from scratch – literally. The car was first put on paper and then various specialists started creating the separate parts and adapt them to fit the Mustang. What not too many people know is that the side exhausts are not functional and neither are the side air feeds. The car in the movie is shown so fast that the driver was scared of it and would talk to it prior to driving. The car ended up in a private collection, $216 700 were paid for the beauty. Still, there are garages that can build another one for you for some (in) decent amount of money.

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Mayhem

    Ford has announced a special version of 2012 Mustang V6, which will be offered with a new Mayhem performance package.

    “We saw great enthusiasm from fans, with tons of creative, unique names coming in,” commented Brian McClary, Ford social and emerging media specialist.

    “The contest was twofold – it let us engage with fans by letting them have a say, and it helped build awareness for the package.”, he added.

    2012 Ford Mustang Mayhem is powered by a 3.7 liter V6 engine with 309PS (227 kW) and 379Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and returns 19 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.

    The car comes with a sport-tuned suspension, a strut tower brace and a revised electronic stability control system. Mustang Mayhem features a high performance braking system. It stands on big 19” alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli high-performance tires. The power is put on the road through LSD (limited slip differential) with ratio of 3.31.

    2012 Ford Mayhem Mustang Package:

    • 3.31 rear axle ratio for quicker off-the-line acceleration
    • Mustang GT coupe front and rear stabilizer bars
    • Mustang GT front struts and rear shocks/springs
    • Shelby GT500 rear lower control arm
    • Unique 19-inch wheels
    • Pirelli performance tires for improved grip
    • Mustang GT front and rear brake calipers with Performance Friction pads
    • Strut tower brace for increased body rigidity
    • Unique electronic stability control calibration with sport mode for performance driving
    • Unique badging

    2011 Ford Mustang GT

    edit: Ford Mustang GT on the pictures

    Source: Ford

  • 2012 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang

    The tuning company Roush has introduced a new Stage 3 performance package for the latest Ford Mustang GT. The tuner has also installed a brutal styling package.

    ­The exterior features new front fascia, a revised rear valance, and a trunk-mounted lip spoiler. There are also a lowered sport-tuned suspension for better stance and performance on a race track, a high-performance braking system and 18” alloy wheels fitted with Cooper 2XS tires.

    “In addition to the powerful ROUSH power train and tuned suspension, we’re really excited about the new graphics and design options,” commented Gary Jurick, VP/GM of ROUSH Performance.

    “The ‘Redefined’ graphics introduce new metallic colors utilizing automotive paint-grade materials. The result is a breathtakingly deep tone to the RS3’s graphics. We’re now providing our ROUSH consumers a very broad spectrum of graphics and color combinations to consider for their 2012 RS3 Mustang.”, Mr. Jurick added.

    2012 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang is powered by a 5.0 liter supercharged V8 with 548PS (403 kW) and 630Nm (465 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a number of upgrades and this means an increase of 130PS (94 kW) and 102Nm (75 lb-ft). The car comes with 6-speed manual transmission only.

    2012 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang is priced at $59 945. However, you can check the option list below.

    2012 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang

    Core Components – $16,800 + S&H
    ROUSHcharged 5.0L Powertrain System (540 hp / 465 ft-lb)
    ROUSH Square Tip Performance Exhaust – Dealer Installed (Post Title)
    ROUSH Front Fascia with Driving Lamps
    ROUSH Front Fascia Blackout Graphic
    ROUSH Front Chin Splitter
    ROUSH Billet Upper Grille with Stage 3 R; Badge
    Square Stage 3 R Fender Badges
    ROUSH Side Rocker Splitters
    ROUSH Rear Valance
    ROUSH Rear Decklid Spoiler
    ROUSH Rear Blackout Panel with Jack Roush Signature
    ROUSH Stage 3 R Faux Gas Cap Badge
    ROUSH Stage 3 Decklid Badge
    ROUSH Stage 3 Graphics Package
    ROUSH Front Windshield Banner
    ROUSH Suspension System
    ROUSH 18-Inch Chrome Wheels with High Performance Cooper 2XS Tires
    ROUSH Embroidered Floor Mats
    ROUSH White Face Gauges
    ROUSH Center Console Badge/Button
    ROUSH Stage 3 Interior Medallion
    ROUSH Stage 3 Serialized Engine Bay Plaque
    ROUSH Engine Bay Plaque with Chassis Builder
    ROUSH Supplement Owners Guide
    Optional Components
    ROUSH Vent Gauge Pod with Boost Gauge – $435
    ROUSH Illuminated Door Sill Plates – $220
    ROUSH Billet Performance Pedals – $200
    ROUSH Stage 3 Leather Seating – $1,725
    ROUSH 6-Speed Shifter Ball (White or Black) – $95
    ROUSH Billet Aluminum 6-Speed Shifter Knob with Grips – $110
    ROUSH Convertible Light Bar – $910
    ROUSH Trunk Mounted Tool Kit – $395
    ROUSH Rear Quarter Window Louvers – $370
    ROUSH Rear Quarter Window Louver Graphics (Matte Black) – $70
    ROUSH Lower Billet Grille – $250
    ROUSH Engine Coil Covers (Red) – $285
    ROUSH 18-Inch Chrome Wheels with Ultra High Performance Cooper RS3 Tires (tire upgrade ONLY) – $304
    ROUSH 20-Inch Wheels (Chrome or Hyper Black) with Ultra High Performance Cooper RS3 Tires – $1,115
    ROUSH Locking Lug Nuts – $60
    ROUSH Sport Brake Package (Red) – $1,450
    ROUSH Performance Brake Package – $2,877
    ROUSH Competition Brake Package – $3,687
    ROUSH Competition Suspension System – $1,875

    Source: Roush

  • GeigerCars Ford Mustang Shelby GT640 Golden Snake

    Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is a pure fun car, but somehow it need more individuality and here comes the tuned version by GeigerCars. The tuning company has unveiled a special performance and styling packages for the Coupe. The name of the project is GT640 Golden Snake and as you may suggest – 640 is the number of the horsepower.

    The styling package includes a matte gold finish, a carbon fiber hood, a front lip spoiler and widened side skirts. For better stance and handling, the tuner installed an adjustable H&R sports suspension and huge 20” alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

    The power of The Beast comes from a mighty 5.4 liter supercharged V8 with ECU re-map and stainless steel sport exhaust system. The result is staggering 640PS (471 kW) and 789Nm (582 lb-ft) of torque, so it is a real muscle car. The acceleration is brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). As we know, the American muscles do not have the best aerodynamics in the world and even with such amount of power, the car can’t pass the 300 km/h barrier.

    GeigerCars Ford Mustang Shelby GT640 Golden Snake is priced at $125 475. However, all components can be ordered separately.

    GeigerCars Ford Mustang Shelby GT640 Golden Snake

    Source: GeigerCars

  • Steeda Boss 302 Ultimate Induction Pak for Mustang 5.0L

    Steeda Autosports has announced a soon-to-be-revealed performance upgrade for the 2011 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L dubbed Steeda Boss 302 Ultimate Induction Pak. (more…)

  • Ford Mustang Boss 302s

    Another pure track car is coming from Ford – Mustang Boss 302s, which is the latest addition to the Blue Oval’s track car model range.

    The vehicle is developed by Ford Racing and features a 5.0 liter V8 32V Ti-VCT engine with 440HP mated to a 6-speed transmission and sending all the power through a T2 Torsen differential at the rear wheels. The car is based on the street version (more…)

  • Nine pimped Mustangs at the 2010 SEMA Show

    Nine pimped Mustangs at the 2010 SEMA Show

    Ford Motor Company will present nine pimped Mustangs at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) 2010 in Las Vegas.

    Jim Owens, Mustang brand manager commented : “The 2011 model year sets a new standard for Mustang, with everything from bringing back the revered 5.0-liter V8 Mustang GT to the all-aluminum 3.7-liter engine in the Mustang V6 with 305 horsepower and 31 mpg. And it doesn’t stop for 2012, with the Mustang Boss 302 reveal and the track-ready Laguna Seca version,” (more…)

  • GeigerCars.de charges the 2011 Mustang with compressor power

    The Bavarian aftermarket expert for American muscle rides GeigerCars.de has released its latest masterpiece, a supercharged 2011 Ford Mustang 5.0L. (more…)

  • WD-40 and SEMA Cares created custom Mustang

    The WD-40 maintenance and cleaning products are probably the most famous in the world. The company teamed up with SEMA Cares (charity division), to create a custom Mustang, which will be exhibited at the tuning event and auctioned to help children’s charities.

    The project is based on the 2011 Mustang GT, which is powered by 5.0 liter V8 with supercharger. It develops 600hp and comes with a special body kit, custom interior with a high-end entertainment system and a paint that emulates the WD-40 brand. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 and Boss 302 Laguna Seca will join Woodward Dream Cruise

    Ford has announced that it is about to exhibit its recently revealed pony vehicles, the 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 and the specially-tweaked Boss 302 Laguna Seca at the Woodward Dream Cruise in Ferndale, Mich. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 – the tradition continues

    The latest Ford Mustang is inspired by the classic 1969 model. 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 features a unique front fascia, a modified grille, a front splitter, and lightweight 19″ wheels with Pirelli PZero performance tyres.

    Inside, the car has revised instrument cluster, an Alcantara steering wheel, dark metallic trim, a black pool-cue shifter, and optional Recaro sport seats.

    Under the hood, there are mighty 5.0 liter V8 with 440hp (328kW and 515Nm ( 380lb-ft) of torque. The additional power comes from a new intake, a quad exhaust, and modified camshafts. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca – more is better

    The car is based on the Boss 302. The special edition – Laguna Seca is designed specially for the weekend racers, who can drive it to and at the coarse and back home, without any concerns.

    It features Black or Ingot Silver paint, red accents, revised aggressive front spoiler from Boss 302R, a bigger rear spoiler, huge 19″ wheels with R-compound high performance tires.

    Inside, Boss 302 Laguna Seca includes sport seats, a revised instrument cluster, an Alcantara steering wheel, dark metallic trim, and a black pool-cue shifter. (more…)