Mustang Blog Category: 2006

Ebay: Street Driven 2006 Mustang GT with 1000+ Horsepower

Ebay: Street Driven 2006 Mustang GT with 1000+ Horsepower June 15th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, June 15th, 2009 Matt Rigney 2 Comments

You don't see to many 1000 plus horsepower Mustangs these days especially ones that can be driven on city streets. That is why this Ebay auction caught my eye. This 2006 Mustang GT is truly a one-of-a-kind Supercar and it was built for the sole purpose of beating a 2009 ZR1 Corvette which it has done. The Mustang features custom Daytona Yellow paint with special dice ghost graphics and custom yellow leather with Option 1 embroidery. At the heart of this Mustang is a custom engine built by the Nickens Brothers in Conroe, Texas. The engine features a GM aluminum 427 cid V-8 block from GM's Le Mans road racing Corvette. It's built with a...
You don't see to many 1000 plus horsepower Mustangs these days especially ones that can be driven on city streets. That is why this Ebay auction caught my eye. This 2006 Mustang GT is truly a one-of-a-kind Supercar and it was built for the sole purpose of beating a 2009 ZR1 Corvette which it has done. The Mustang features custom Daytona Yellow paint with special dice ghost graphics and custom yellow leather with Option 1 embroidery. At the heart of this Mustang is a custom engine built by the Nickens Brothers in Conroe, Texas. The engine features a GM aluminum 427 cid V-8 block from GM's Le Mans road racing Corvette. It's built with a billet crankshaft, billet connecting rods and special forged pistons. The power adder comes in the form of a Pro-Charger F-1 centrifugal blower with a monster intercooler. A custom fuel induction system, TAZ 20-inch wheels, autometer gauges and a GM HD ZF six-speed transmission round out this insane Mustang. This Mustang makes 1015 horsepower using 116 octane with a race tune at 18 psi. If you are driving this beast on the street using 93 octane it would make 785 horsepower. The owner claims the Mustang can put out over 1200 horsepower with an all out race tune. No expense was spared in creating this Mustang and all told the price tag is well over $150,000. Check out the Ebay auction here or the photos below: Read More

Video: Quentin Tarantino's Yellow Ford Mustang GT

Video: Quentin Tarantino's Yellow Ford Mustang GT May 14th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, May 14th, 2009 Matt Rigney 0 Comments

Film Maker extraordinaire Quentin Tarantino was spotted out yesterday having lunch at Cafe Med on Sunset boulevard driving a yellow 2006 Ford Mustang GT. Who would have thought Quentin was a Ford Mustang fan. The Yellow Ford Mustang sported a pair of black stripes and some very odd looking bumper stickers plastered all over the rear of the car. Definitely would not be Quentin's car without a little weirdness as is the case with all of his films.

Quentin Tarantino wrote and directed such films as Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, Jackie Brown and Sin City. He also won an Oscar for his writing on Pulp Fiction.

Film Maker extraordinaire Quentin Tarantino was spotted out yesterday having lunch at Cafe Med on Sunset boulevard driving a yellow 2006 Ford Mustang GT. Who would have thought Quentin was a Ford Mustang fan. The Yellow Ford Mustang sported a pair of black stripes and some very odd looking bumper stickers plastered all over the rear of the car. Definitely would not be Quentin's car without a little weirdness as is the case with all of his films. Quentin Tarantino wrote and directed such films as Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, Jackie Brown and Sin City. He also won an Oscar for his writing on Pulp Fiction. Read More

Trufiber, APR Performance & Zeitronix to debut Mustangs at SEMA

Trufiber, APR Performance & Zeitronix to debut Mustangs at SEMA November 3rd, 2008 By Matt Rigney, Author, November 3rd, 2008 Matt Rigney 2 Comments

Trufiber will have two Mustangs on display at this year's SEMA show, a 519 horsepower 2007 Mustang GT convertible with a whipple supercharger and Nitrous Express 150 shot system along with a 2006 Mustang GT. Trufiber's 2006 Mustang GT will feature a Custom paint job by SW Body and Paint, Trufiber front fascia, whipple twin-screw supercharger, Eibach springs, Saleen brakes and a host of other aftermarket parts. Another Mustang debuting at SEMA is the APR Performance Mustang GT with APR's widebody kit, carbon fiber GTC-500 carbon rear wing & mirrors, air/water intercooler with Supercharger, KW coil-over kit and several other parts from... Trufiber will have two Mustangs on display at this year's SEMA show, a 519 horsepower 2007 Mustang GT convertible with a whipple supercharger and Nitrous Express 150 shot system along with a 2006 Mustang GT. Trufiber's 2006 Mustang GT will feature a Custom paint job by SW Body and Paint, Trufiber front fascia, whipple twin-screw supercharger, Eibach springs, Saleen brakes and a host of other aftermarket parts. Another Mustang debuting at SEMA is the APR Performance Mustang GT with APR's widebody kit, carbon fiber GTC-500 carbon rear wing & mirrors, air/water intercooler with Supercharger, KW coil-over kit and several other parts from various manufactuers. Zeitronix will also be debuting a custom Mustang using their Zeitronix Zt-2 wideband AFR meter and data-logging system. Other features include MagnaCharger supercharger and intercooler kit, Bassani long-tube headers and race exhaust, Eibach springs, 3D Carbon body kit, rear spoiler, hood and side scoops. All the details of all four Mustangs are after the jump... 2009 APR Performance Mustang GT Powertrain/Drivetrain Type and Modifications: Supercharged with air/water intercooler; high-flow air filter; exhaust headers; high-flow catalytic converters with race exhaust; lightened flywheel; high-performance clutch. Chassis Type and Modifications: KW coil-over suspension system; Hotchkis anti-sway bars and links; StopTech big brake kit Exterior Modifications: APR widebody kit, carbon mirrors and GTC-500 carbon rear wing Interior Modifications: APR’s carbon center console; Magden M.1b performance computer gauge system and two-DIN all-in-one touch screen; Recaro race seats 2007 Trufiber Mustang GT Powertrain/Drivetrain Type and Modifications: 4.6L OHV 24V V8; EEV-V engine electronics; 519 rwhp; 511 lb.-ft. of torque, Whipple supercharger; Nitrous Express 150 shot system; TR3650 five-speed manual transmission Chassis Type and Modifications: Front and rear sport-tuned coil springs; front and rear sway bars with HD bushings; N2 front struts and rear shocks; three-link live rear axle with Panhard rod; power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes with ABS; slotted and vented front disc brake system with four-piston calipers; 20-inch Saleen extreme wheels; Dunlop Sport Maxx tires Exterior Modifications: HCM custom paint; Trufiber front fascia, rear bumper, side skirts, custom fenders, hood and wing; tonneau cover; CDC light bar; vertical doors; directional mirrors; LED-sequential taillights; HID headlights; LED underbody kit Interior Modifications: Corbeau seats; Arc audio system; custom-painted interior to match exterior 2006 Trufiber Mustang GT Powertrain/Drivetrain Type and Modifications: 4.6L OHV 24V V8; 465.1 hp; 437.2 lb.-ft. of torque; EEV-V engine electronics; TR 3650 five-speed manual transmission; 10-psi polished high-output Whipple twin-screw supercharger; Fluidyne high-volume air-to-water intercooler; dual Ford GT fuel pumps; Samco Sport red silicone coolant hoses; Pi-Thon polished billet hose locks; Mac Performance polished stainless radiator cover and fuse box cover; Stage III clutch with billet flywheel; Scott Drake billet-aluminum fluid caps Chassis Type and Modifications: front and rear Eibach Pro-Kit coil springs; power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes with ABS; 14-inch Saleen/Stoptech slotted and vented front disc system with four-piston calipers; Brake Designs Inc. drilled and slotted rear rotors with stock calipers; 20-inch custom Raceline wheels with spin-on knock-offs; 20-inch Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tires Exterior Modifications: Custom paint by SW Body and Paint; Trufiber front fascia, GTS III ram air hood, custom front fenders and carbon-fiber chin splitter; Saleen HID headlights and “PJ” rear quarter-window covers; Cervinis ducktail rear spoiler; Street Scene side scoops and rear bumper fascia; 3D Carbon headlight splitters; painted mirrors by HCM Interior Modifications: Katzkin Leather seating; custom-painted center console to match car color and stripes by HCM 2007 Zeitronix Mustang GT Convertible Powertrain/Drivetrain Type and Modifications: Zeitronix Zt-2 wideband AFR meter and data-logging system; MagnaCharger supercharger and intercooler kit; APR Performance carbon valve covers; K&N high-flow air filter; Bassani long-tube headers and race exhaust; Centerforce lightened flywheel and dual friction clutch system Chassis Type and Modifications: Eibach lowering springs, sport shocks and anti-sway bars; SSBC big brake kit; ALT 20x8.5 and 20x10 wheels; Firestone Firehawk tires; Gorilla wheel lock system Exterior Modifications: APR Performance side mirrors and engine cooling plate; 3D Carbon body kit, rear spoiler, hood and side scoops, E-Grille and bulb replacements; PPG orange stripes with silver pinstripe; StarShield Armor paint protection; Classic Design Concepts style bar with sequential brake lights; Sylvania/Valeo HIDs Interior Modifications: Magden M.1b performance computer and all-in-one touch screen; JBL audio amplifiers and GT-series speakers and sub; VizuaLogic headrests and LCD screens; Roadwire leather interior; Passion Auto center console, shift boot and handle covers Read More

Greg Biffle Drag Racing his Shelby GT500 at zMax Dragway

Greg Biffle Drag Racing his Shelby GT500 at zMax Dragway October 28th, 2008 By Matt Rigney, Author, October 28th, 2008 Matt Rigney 1 Comment

This video is a follow up from the first one I posted of the series titled 'Chasin Biff'. In this video Ford Racing NASCAR driver Greg Biffle takes his Shelby Mustang GT500 to the new zMAX Dragway in Charlotte, N.C. to take on other members of the NASCAR community in a drag racing grudge match. Biffle takes on Dodge owner Ray Evernham in his Dodge Viper while Biffles Ford teammate, Matt Kenseth in his Ford GT, takes on Marcus Smith in two of the challenge races.

Biffle also talks about the upcoming NASCAR Sprint Cup race in Atlanta, which is the seventh race in this season's Chase for the Sprint Cup. Biffle, who won the first two races in... This video is a follow up from the first one I posted of the series titled 'Chasin Biff'. In this video Ford Racing NASCAR driver Greg Biffle takes his Shelby Mustang GT500 to the new zMAX Dragway in Charlotte, N.C. to take on other members of the NASCAR community in a drag racing grudge match. Biffle takes on Dodge owner Ray Evernham in his Dodge Viper while Biffles Ford teammate, Matt Kenseth in his Ford GT, takes on Marcus Smith in two of the challenge races. Biffle also talks about the upcoming NASCAR Sprint Cup race in Atlanta, which is the seventh race in this season's Chase for the Sprint Cup. Biffle, who won the first two races in the Chase, is currently second in the Chase Standings, with four races to go. Check out the video above. Read More

Team Shelby Texas Roundup Drive To Honor Carroll Shelby

Team Shelby Texas Roundup Drive To Honor Carroll Shelby September 23rd, 2008 By Matt Rigney, Author, September 23rd, 2008 Matt Rigney 3 Comments

Quantum Performance, an Authorized Shelby Mod Shop will honor the legendary Carroll Shelby with its first annual Team Shelby Texas Roundup Drive on October 25, 2008. The event, which will begin at Quantum Performance's state-of-the-art shops at 13700 Diplomat Drive in Farmers Branch, will feature a rally near Mr. Shelby's birthplace and end at Northeast Texas Community College with a muscle car and hot rod "Show & Shine" Car Show. The show is free to the public and includes a dedication ceremony for the new Carroll Shelby School of Automotive Technology at NTCC.

"We're proud to be Carroll Shelby's official Shelby Mod Shop in his home... Quantum Performance, an Authorized Shelby Mod Shop will honor the legendary Carroll Shelby with its first annual Team Shelby Texas Roundup Drive on October 25, 2008. The event, which will begin at Quantum Performance's state-of-the-art shops at 13700 Diplomat Drive in Farmers Branch, will feature a rally near Mr. Shelby's birthplace and end at Northeast Texas Community College with a muscle car and hot rod "Show & Shine" Car Show. The show is free to the public and includes a dedication ceremony for the new Carroll Shelby School of Automotive Technology at NTCC. "We're proud to be Carroll Shelby's official Shelby Mod Shop in his home state," stated Kenny Northum, managing partner at Quantum Performance. "This drive is designed to honor him by giving enthusiasts an opportunity to enjoy their cars on the road, raise money for scholarships and be part of history at the Carroll Shelby School of Automotive Technology. We had to limit this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to 100 cars." The Team Shelby Texas Roundup will begin at Quantum Performance at 7:30 AM on October 25. Participation is open to any Shelby car or Ford powered vehicle. The event is being sanctioned by Team Shelby ( http://www.TeamShelby.com), the factory authorized club for Shelby enthusiasts. The rally group is expected to include legendary cars such as the Cobra, Shelby Mustang, Series 1 and GL-H, as well as Ford GT, Falcon, Mustang, Pantera and Tiger. The rally will end at NTCC in Mount Pleasant at about 11 AM for a show and shine. The college will conduct a dedication ceremony for the new Carroll Shelby School of Automotive Technology at approximately 1 PM. The general public can attend the show and ceremony at no cost. "Working with Quantum, we're planning a great local event that combines driving, car show and charitable activities to create a memorable day," added Team Shelby Director Sharon Elliott. "This is the kind of grassroots event that Mr. Shelby asked us to support when we formed the club. We plan to coordinate attendance with the North Texas Mustang Club and members of the Shelby Cobra Association of Texas to make it an annual event." Quantum Performance offers a full complement of speed equipment, as well as an upscale customer service area and parts store. The company maintains, restores and customizes American contemporary and vintage iron by Ford, GM and Chrysler. Shelby Automobiles chose Quantum Performance as its third Mod Shop location. The "Southwest Shelby Mod Shop" facility installs packages that enhance the handling, styling and power of current generation V6 and V8 Ford Mustangs and Shelbys for enthusiasts in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, New Mexico, and Louisiana. The Shelby Mod Shop offers Shelby "Super Snake" packages for the 2007 and 2008 Ford Shelby GT500, the Shelby Terlingua Racing Team, and Shelby GT500 40th anniversary packages, as well as clothing and accessories. Each vehicle will sport an official Shelby badge denoting the origin of all modifications for inclusion in the official Shelby Registry. "The new Carroll Shelby School of Automotive Technology is dedicated to teaching young people the skills they need to build a better life through the auto industry," added Glenn Martini, Quantum Performance partner. "Of the $75 event fee, $50 will go to the school's scholarship program. I hope someday that we can employ some of the program's graduates to build cars at the Shelby Mod Shop." Quantum Performance also enhances Mustangs with authentic Shelby Performance Parts. Individual components include upgraded brakes, superchargers, suspension components and cosmetic pieces such as hoods and fascias exclusively designed at Shelby Automobiles. Shelby factory experts are involved in helping the Mod Shop meet Carroll Shelby's personal expectations for quality and delivery. Quantum's Shelby Mod Shop features numerous amenities, including a customer lounge area that features wireless Internet, free coffee bar, free conference room, flat screen HDTV, and windowed service bays that allow owners to follow the progress of their cars. The company also has a 1500 horsepower dyno to test and tune cars. Additional information about the event is available at http://www.quantum-perf.com. Read More

Photos from Open House at Quantum Performance Mod Shop

Photos from Open House at Quantum Performance Mod Shop June 1st, 2008 By Matt Rigney, Author, June 1st, 2008 Matt Rigney 0 Comments

I made it out to the Grand Opening of Quantum Performance, 1 of the 3 Shelby Mod shops in the nation to check out the car show, take photos and wander around the shops where they work on the vehicles. The location of the Shelby mod shop is in Farmers Branch, Texas and has some what of an erie feel as it's about a 1/4 mile from the now bankrupt Unique Performance.

Quantum Performance is housed under two separate buildings for thier various operations with one being for the newer Shelby's and the other for classic Mustang work. One of the buildings house a few offices, a performance & parts store and a shop where they work on the classic... I made it out to the Grand Opening of Quantum Performance, 1 of the 3 Shelby Mod shops in the nation to check out the car show, take photos and wander around the shops where they work on the vehicles. The location of the Shelby mod shop is in Farmers Branch, Texas and has some what of an erie feel as it's about a 1/4 mile from the now bankrupt Unique Performance. Quantum Performance is housed under two separate buildings for thier various operations with one being for the newer Shelby's and the other for classic Mustang work. One of the buildings house a few offices, a performance & parts store and a shop where they work on the classic Mustangs. Inside the classic Mustang shop they have several 60's Mustangs being worked on including an original GT500 getting an engine rebuild. The classic Mustang shop also housed a dynometer to tune the cars they work on and upgrade. The second building which is right next door houses a few offices, showroom and another large shop where they work on the newer Shelby's. With a rough count there were about 10 07-08 Shelby GT500's waiting to be worked on with a few still having window stickers. It was definately a sweet site as you will see in the photos below. The car show featured a wide variety of vehicles including two custom cycles, several 60's, 70's era Mustangs, Shelby GT's, GT500's, a few corvettes, custom trucks, and a few Ford GT's. It turned out to be a nice Saturday morning for the Grand Opening of the mod shop. For all the photos I snapped check below: Read More