Mustang GTs » Shelby GT 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 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 The Ford Mustang Shelby GT for 2009 http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt-for-2009/ http://www.mustanggt.info/2009/04/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt-for-2009/#comments Sun, 19 Apr 2009 13:18:26 +0000 mustangman http://www.ponycars.org/the-ford-mustang-shelby-gt-for-2009 Ford Mustang

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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The 2008 Mustang is an important vehicle to Ford for the coupe market segment. The Shelby GT 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 Hyundai.

Engine 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 Tremec 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 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 $19,650 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,256. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the Mustang is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 16.00 gallons.

The 2008 Mustang gets 24 - 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 16 - 17 in the city. This is average for a coupe car.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Ford Mustang Shelby GT sold well in 2008. 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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