Mustang GTs http://www.mustanggt.info Information on the Ford Mustang Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:30:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Article on Classic Car Insurance for Mustangs http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/09/article-on-classic-car-insurance-for-mustangs/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/09/article-on-classic-car-insurance-for-mustangs/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:29:24 +0000 mustangman http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/09/article-on-classic-car-insurance-for-mustangs/ Check out classiccarinsurances.com's article on insuring your classic Mustang! It's important people understand the need for specialty insurance coverage for your collectable Mustang....

]]> http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/09/article-on-classic-car-insurance-for-mustangs/feed/ 0 The Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 for 2009 http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt500-for-2009/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt500-for-2009/#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt500-for-2009 Ford Mustang

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.

]]> http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt500-for-2009/feed/ 0 The Ford Mustang GT for 1998 http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-gt-for-1998-canada-market/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-gt-for-1998-canada-market/#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/the-ford-mustang-gt-for-1998-canada-market Ford Mustang

The 1998 Mustang is an important vehicle to Ford for the coupe market segment. The GT is a member of a series of three trim levels for the Mustang which include SVT Cobra, GT, and Base. 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 Acura.

Engine Performance

The restyled Mustang GT is equipped with a Ford 4.6-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 16 valves. The engine is paired with a Borg Warner 5-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.

The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Mustang GT Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang GT are 71.80 inches wide by 181.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 53.40 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $20,650 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,824. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1998 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 15.70 gallons.

The Mustang GT received a miles-per-gallon rating of 19 - 20 in-city driving and 28 - 29 when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang GT sold well in 1998. 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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Standard equipment in the Mustang for 1998 and 1999 includes the 3.8 liter engine by Ford, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twelve valves. A 5-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The Mustang is 183.50 inches long, 73.10 inches wide, and 53.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.30 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.

The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $27,470, with a dealer invoice cost of $24,893. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1999 Mustang is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 15.70 gallons.

The Mustang Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty four when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

The 1999 model year was telling year for the Ford Mustang. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

]]> http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-base-for-1999/feed/ 0 Our Take on the 2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/our-take-on-the-2007-ford-mustang-shelby-gt/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/our-take-on-the-2007-ford-mustang-shelby-gt/#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/our-take-on-the-2007-ford-mustang-shelby-gt Ford Mustang

A lot has been said about the Ford Mustang for 2007. As Ford's entry in the coupe market the Mustang (and in this case specically the Shelby GT version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 2-door Mustang is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Ford as a brand in general.

Performance

The Mustang Shelby GT is equipped with a Ford 4.6 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Ford 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.

The fuel system for the 2007 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 16.00 gallons.

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.

Mustang Shelby GT Statistics

The Mustang is 187.60 inches long, 74.00 inches wide, and 54.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 107.10 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $30,520 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $28,058. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

Fuel Efficiency

The Mustang Shelby GT received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and 23 - 25 when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

Conclusion

The 2006 model began the promise of the Ford Mustang. The 2007 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ford hopes that the Mustang Shelby GT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

]]> http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/our-take-on-the-2007-ford-mustang-shelby-gt/feed/ 0 First Impressions 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/first-impressions-1993-ford-mustang-svt-cobra-canada-market/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/first-impressions-1993-ford-mustang-svt-cobra-canada-market/#comments Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/first-impressions-1993-ford-mustang-svt-cobra-canada-market The 1993 Mustang is an important vehicle to Ford for the hatchback market segment. The SVT Cobra is a member of a series of four trim levels for the Mustang which include SVT Cobra R, GT, and LX. 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 Acura.

Engine Performance

The Mustang SVT Cobra is equipped with a Ford 5.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The HO engine is mated to a Borg Warner 5-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 Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Mustang SVT Cobra Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang SVT Cobra are 68.30 inches wide by 179.60 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 100.50 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $11,370 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Hatchback.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1993 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 15.40 gallons.

The Mustang SVT Cobra received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty two in-city driving and 29 - 30 when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra sold well in 1993. 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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Standard equipment in the Mustang for 2008 and 2009 includes the 4.6 liter engine by Ford, weighing in at 8 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 5-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang comes equipped with 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.

Vehicle Statistics

The Mustang is inches long, inches wide, and inches high. It has a wheelbase of inches. It is able to seat several adults comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was an industry-high price when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2009 Mustang is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.

The Mustang Shelby GT received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

The 2009 model year was telling year for the Ford Mustang. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Shelby GT version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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Several things can be said about the Ford Mustang series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

Ford Mustang Engine Specs

Standard equipment in the Mustang for 2001 and 2002 includes the 4.6 liter engine by Ford, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 5-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Convertible arena.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2002 Mustang is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 15.70-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Mustang GT are 73.10 inches wide by 183.20 inches long. It sits 53.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market.

The listed retail price in 2002 (MSRP) was $18,080, with a dealer invoice cost of $16,687. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

MPG Ratings

The Mustang GT received a miles-per-gallon rating of 19 - 20 in-city driving and 27 - 29 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

In 2001 and 2002 the Mustang GT was availble in the exterior colors of Black, Laser Red Tinted, Mineral Gray Metallic, Oxford White, Satin Silver Metallic, Sonic Blue, Torch Red, Tropic Green Metallic, True Blue Metallic, and Zinc Yellow. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

The 2001 model began the promise of the Ford Mustang. The 2002 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ford hopes that the Mustang GT will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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1995 Ford Mustang Base Specs

The restyled Mustang Base is equipped with a 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The engine is mated to a Borg Warner five-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1994 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 1995 Mustang is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 15.40 gallons.

Statistics

The Mustang is 182.20 inches long, 71.80 inches wide, and 53.40 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.30 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Mustang is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.

The listed retail price in 1995 (MSRP) was $21,300, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

MPG Ratings

The Mustang Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty five when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

The vehicle is available in several colors.

What We Think of the Ford Mustang

The 1994 model began the promise of the Ford Mustang. The 1995 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ford hopes that the Mustang Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

]]> http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/first-impressions-1995-ford-mustang-base/feed/ 0 Overview 1993 Ford Mustang GT http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/overview-1993-ford-mustang-gt/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/overview-1993-ford-mustang-gt/#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2009 09:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/overview-1993-ford-mustang-gt The 1993 Mustang is an important vehicle to Ford for the convertible market segment. The GT is a member of a series of four trim levels for the Mustang which include SVT Cobra R, GT, and LX. With two doors and spacious seating for four, the rear-wheel drive Mustang makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Convertible market, including strong offerings from Kia.

Ford Mustang Engine Specs

The Mustang GT is equipped with a Ford 5.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The HO engine is mated to a Borg Warner 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ford.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Mustang uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 1993 Mustang is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 15.40-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The Mustang is 179.60 inches long, 68.30 inches wide, and 52.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 100.50 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 1993 (MSRP) was $11,370, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

MPG Ratings

The Mustang GT received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty two in-city driving and 29 - 30 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

In 1992 and 1993 the Mustang GT was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.

We Think...

The 1993 model year was telling year for the Ford Mustang. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the GT version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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