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2013 SHELBY GT500 PROTOTYPE SELLS FOR $300,000 Although we've had a quite a bit of Shelby news lately, this story was too hard to ignore. Recently, Ford Motor Company announced it would be auctioning off a very special Shelby GT500 durability prototype at this year's Barrett-Jackson's Westworld auction in Scottsdale Arizona. The car in question was originally built back in 2007 as an engineering mule (one of the earliest GT500s we might add with updated 2010 model year styling). The car was then updated to 2013 specs and flogged around Sebring International Raceway at speeds of some 150 mph for 24 hours to ensure that all systems on the vehicle could withstand such severe conditions, should customers who purchase one of the production spec 650 hp, 200 mph capable monsters choose to perform similar antics. The durability prototype sports a full roll cage, special Recaro racing seats (the production model will be offered with SVT designed Recaros), six-point harnesses for the driver and front passenger, evidence of mounting points for testing equipment inside the cabin, plus signatures from every engineer who worked on the 2013 GT500 development program on the underside of the trunk lid. Jan 23, 2012 SHELBY AMERICAN CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY It's hard to believe that five decades have passed since iconic Texan Carroll Shelby officially formed the company that bears his name. Starting out by shoehorning American Ford V8s into small British AC sports cars, to create the hairy (and competitive) Cobras, he followed up with a range of hopped up Mustangs that gave Ford a competitive edge against rivals in SCCA racing, as well as bolstering that automaker's performance image on the street. There is absolutely no question that Shelby left an indelible mark on American car culture, one that continues to this very day. And in celebration of Shelby American's 50 years in business, the company is offering a limited run of anniversary Mustang packages. Offered on the post-title GTS, GT350, GT500 Super Snake cars assembled at the Las Vegas facility, the 50th Anniversary package will be limited to just 100 units, 50 for white cars, 50 for black ones. Jan 16, 2012 SPEED GIVING AWAY GT500 IN HAGGERTY FANTASY BID As part of this year's Barrett-Jackson collector car auction at Westworld, in the Phoenix suburb of Scottsdale, Speed TV, which will be broadcasting 40 hours live coverage of the event, will also be giving away a new Shelby GT500 for the Haggerty Fantasy Bid Game and Sweepstakes. The car in question, is actually a one-of-a-kind Racing Champions Special Edition, boasting upgrades such as a Ford Racing/Whipple supercharger (helping boost power from 550 to approximately 750 hp); a C&R cooling system, 3.5-inch aluminum driveshaft, cosmetic enhancements, (including traditional Shelby style scoops on the quarter panels) along with a SVT handling pack that includes adjustable front struts and rear shocks, plus lowering springs that drop ride height by 1.25 inches. Given the extra power on tap, the car also sports a Wilwood brake kit, with cross-drilled and slotted 14-inch front rotors, 12-inch rear rotors and forged calipers (six-piston units up front, four-piston out back). Dec 31, 2011 NEW 1-PIECE CARBON FIBER DRIVESHAFT FOR 2005-10 MUSTANG GTS When it was introduced, the S197 chassis Mustang represented a tremendous improvement over the antiquated Fox 4 (1994-04) models. It was tighter and much more track capable than its predecessor out the box. However, one drawback was weight. On average, 2005-10 Mustangs are around 200-300 lbs heavier than their forebears, so for racers, any weight savings that can be realized are most welcomed. An obvious one concerns the car's two-piece factory driveshaft, which on its own weighed close to 45 lbs. It wasn't long before various aftermarket manufacturers started offering one piece, lighter and stouter alternatives. One company that's been at the forefront of late-model Mustang driveshaft technology is The Driveshaft Shop, which has now released a new 1-Piece Carbon Fiber shaft, designed to fit 2005-10 Mustang GTs. Listed as Part Number PDSH9-C-CV1, this new piece has not only been conceived as one of the lightest and sturdiest available, it's also been designed to quell harmonic vibrations that are common on many late-model Mustang replacement shafts. Dec 31, 2011 DYNACORN INTRODUCES 1967 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE BODY Several months ago when, Dynacorn International Inc. released it's first reproduction body shell catering to early (1965-66) Mustangs, namely a convertible piece, it seemed logical that perhaps a 2+2 fastback version for early cars would materialize soon after. However, we've yet to see one surface despite persistent hints and rumors. What we have seen emerge over the holiday period however, is this, a 1967 convertible reproduction body. This is perhaps significant, since Dynacorn's first complete reproduction shell in the Mustang world was the '67 Fastback. True to form, the '67 convertible follows standard Dynacorn practice, having been conceived from original Ford Motor Company blueprints, yet uses modern tooling and techniques in its construction, including current OE grade steel stampings (which are thicker than the original 1967 stampings), precision welding and reinforcement in flex prone areas, such as the inner fenders and floorpans. Dec 29, 2011 NEW CORSA EXHAUST SYSTEMS FOR 2011-12 MUSTANGS Given how efficient the current Mustang is, bolting on an aftermarket exhaust doesn't always make the power gains it did in the past. However, you can't deny that it adds a distinct rumble that can set your late-model steed apart from the rest. That's something Corsa Performance has recognized for years, having developed its own Reflective Sound Cancellation (RSC) technology that not only provides a nice signature tone but also serves to eliminate the dreaded cabin drone that's so characteristic of many aftermarket systems. Via technology developed from the aerospace industry, RSC works by employing a straight-through muffler design that incorporates a 360-degree air gap. This gap targets sound waves to specifically engineered channels, which are then bounced back 180 degrees out of phase to the gap, essentially canceling out the drone. Corsa's lineup for the 2011-2012 Mustang, includes an axle back system for the Mustang GT/Boss 302/Boss 302 Laguna Seca that's said to improve flow by up to 153 percent (rare for a modern aftermarket system) as well as delivering an increase of some 7 horsepower and 4 lb-ft of torque. Dec 19, 2011 FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS EXPANDS CRATE ENGINE LINEUP At the heart of every Mustang project, is always an engine. Sometimes it might be a motor you put together yourself using a purchased shortblock and different parts, or it might be a delivered to your door, plug and play crate engine. Where the latter is concerned, Ford Racing Performance Parts has upped the ante once again, releasing a trio of high performance crate motors derived from the 5.0-liter Coyote V8 found in the 2011-2012 Mustang GT and Boss 302. Here's a look at them. Dec 13, 2011 FORD INTEGRATES SLACKER RADIO WITH SYNC APPLINK Owners of 2012 Mustangs and other Fords for that matter, including the F-150 and Raptor SVT, Fusion, Fiesta and Shelby GT500 now have another info/entertainment option in the shape of Slacker Radio which joins the roster of SYNC AppLink options. Slacker radio is essentially a fully customizable and interactive online listing "experience" that allows users to choose their own content, ranging from songs, artists and albums, to talk shows, comedy, news, even lifestyle programming. With a catalog of music content that is over 10 times bigger than leading radio network rivals, Slacker theoretically offers almost unrivaled options when it comes to listening content. In addition, besides selecting their own customized listening schedule, users can also tune in to more than 150 stations curated by expert DJs if they so wish. As for the AppLink itself, its designed to enhance the basic SYNC experience by allowing drivers to access different apps on their Smart Phones simply by using their voice while behind the wheel. As far as Slacker is concerned, this enables motorists to use voice commands to choose a particular song, set favorite tracks, or even ban tunes they don't want to hear. In addition, because the Slacker AppLink enables customers to store content directly to their phones, they are still able to listen to content, even when driving through an area where online connectivity is limited or even non-existent. Dec 5, 2011

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