The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 for 2009
The 2009 Mustang is an important vehicle to Ford for the coupe market segment. The Shelby GT500 is a member of a series of six trim levels for the Mustang which include Shelby GT, Shelby GT500, Base, Bullitt, and Shelby GT500KR. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Ford. There is strong competition from vehicles from Nissan.
Performance
The Mustang Shelby GT500 is equipped with a Ford 5.4 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Tremec 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
The fuel system for the 2009 Mustang is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.
Mustang Shelby GT500 Statistics
The dimensions of the Mustang Shelby GT500 are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-average price, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2009 Mustang gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is average for a coupe car.
In 2008 and 2009 the Mustang Shelby GT500 was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
In Summary
There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 sold well in 2009. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ford, specifically a Mustang.
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Tags: 2-Door, Coupe, Ford Mustang, Shelby GT500, United States market