Mustang Blog Category: 2010

2010 Cobra Jet Mustang Unveiled at SEMA show

2010 Cobra Jet Mustang Unveiled at SEMA show November 7th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, November 7th, 2009 Matt Rigney 0 Comments

This past week at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Ford Racing unveiled the 2010 Cobra Jet Mustang in a one-of-a-kind "SEMA Special" Silver complete with charcoal Cobra Jet graphics package. The 2010 Cobra Jet picks up where the 2008 Cobra Jet left off providing another factory-produced turnkey race car intended for use in NHRA Stock and Super Stock racing.

All 2010 CJ's come with a supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 along with all of the features of the 2008 CJ with added options like full race-prepared automatic or manual transmission, drag race-specific shocks and springs, manual steering and brakes, 8,50 certified rollcage and...
This past week at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Ford Racing unveiled the 2010 Cobra Jet Mustang in a one-of-a-kind "SEMA Special" Silver complete with charcoal Cobra Jet graphics package. The 2010 Cobra Jet picks up where the 2008 Cobra Jet left off providing another factory-produced turnkey race car intended for use in NHRA Stock and Super Stock racing. All 2010 CJ's come with a supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 along with all of the features of the 2008 CJ with added options like full race-prepared automatic or manual transmission, drag race-specific shocks and springs, manual steering and brakes, 8,50 certified rollcage and an Aeromotive return-style fuel system with trunk mounted fuel cell. Also Ford Racing engineers developed for the 2010 Cobra Jet a factory-first launch control/rev limiter that will allow drivers to dial in the rpm after they stage the car. The 2010 CJ will be built at the Auto Alliance International (AAI) assembly plant in Flat Rock, Michigan right alonside the 2010 Mustang. Ford will build 50 Cobra Jets just like they did for the 2008 model. Production will begin in January and deliveries will take place by the end of the first quarter. For more information and photos on the 2010 Cobra Jet check below: Press Release: Since its victorious introduction at the NHRA Winternationals in 1968, Ford’s Cobra Jet Mustang has created a legacy of power, performance and triumph. The 40th Anniversary 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang lived up to the legend of the original, duplicating the NHRA Winternationals victory in 2009 and dominating drag strips across the land. Today, Ford Racing unveiled the 2010 Cobra Jet Mustang at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which marks the continued evolution of the CJ as a factory-produced turnkey race car. In honor of the SEMA introduction, Ford Racing built and unveiled a one-of-a-kind “SEMA Special” silver Cobra Jet complete with a charcoal Cobra Jet graphics package. “The 2008 Cobra Jet was a great car, it did everything we wanted it to do,” said Brian Wolfe, director, Ford North American Motorsports. “We’re really proud of the car, but then again we’re always trying to make the next one better. “With the 2010 Cobra Jet, we had the luxury of a longer development cycle and the result is absolutely stunning. Where the 2008 Cobra Jet was an extremely potent starting point for NHRA Stock competition, the 2010 will enhance the car further. We are all excited to see the new Cobra Jet in competition.” For decades, the Mustang has been the preeminent car in many forms of racing, including drag racing. The 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang added to that legacy this season with high- profile wins at the NHRA Winternationals and U.S. Nationals, and by setting numerous track records across the country. The 2010 Cobra Jet, like its predecessor, is a factory-built race car that is intended for NHRA Stock and Super Stock racing. The goal for the 2010 Cobra Jet was to enhance the race features to further make its own place in NHRA history. The 2010 CJ will come with all of the features of the 2008 car with enhancements that include options for a full race-prepared automatic or manual transmission, drag race-specific shocks and springs, manual steering and brakes, 8.50 certified rollcage, and an Aeromitive return-style fuel system with trunk-mounted fuel cell. Additionally Ford Racing engineers have developed for the 2010 Cobra Jet a factory-first launch control/rev limiter that will allow drivers to preset the rpm after they stage the car. When they are ready to leave, all they do is put the throttle pedal to the floor; they don’t have the engine speed to free rev. Previously, the launch control/rev limiter was only available as an aftermarket option. Much like Ford Racing’s previous Mustang FR500S race car, the Cobra Jet Mustang will get its start at the Auto Alliance International (AAI) assembly plant in Flat Rock, Mich. The entire 50-car run of 2010 Cobra Jets will be built on the same production line that produces the 2010 Ford Mustang production car. Production of Cobra Jets will commence in January, with delivery of all vehicles expected in the first quarter of 2010. All of the additional parts and pieces for the CJ can be found in the Ford Performance Parts catalog. And since the Cobra Jet is produced from a base V-6 Mustang, any consumer can turn his Mustang into a Cobra Jet by purchasing the parts from the Ford Performance Parts catalog. The 2010 CJ car features a choice for customers between two supercharged engines or three normally aspirated engines (pending NHRA approval). These options will allow the Cobra Jet to be eligible for more classes in the NHRA, as well as competition with other sanctioning bodies, including NMRA, NMCA, PSCA and IHRA. All 50 of the 2010 Cobra Jet Mustangs have already been ordered by Ford dealers for delivery to customers. For those customers who missed out on the limited run of 2010 Cobra Jets, Ford Racing has set a goal to provide future versions of the Cobra Jet Read More

'The '10 Unleashed' Winners Rally Race a 2010 Mustang GT

'The '10 Unleashed' Winners Rally Race a 2010 Mustang GT November 6th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, November 6th, 2009 Matt Rigney 0 Comments

The latest installment of the 'The '10 Unleashed' campaign has two good friends rally racing a 2010 Mustang GT against the clock for a winner take all battle royale. J.B. Niday, managing director of Rally America took it upon himself to enter Ford's 'The '10 Unleashed' campaign but it was not for himself, instead he wanted to see his two good friends Mike Hurst, technical director for Rally America and Mark Utecht, one of Rally Americas top drivers race against the clock to see who would have bragging rights. So Niday organized a head-to-head rally in a 201o Mustang GT on four stages of the Ojibwe Forests Rally course.

Rally racing has to...
The latest installment of the 'The '10 Unleashed' campaign has two good friends rally racing a 2010 Mustang GT against the clock for a winner take all battle royale. J.B. Niday, managing director of Rally America took it upon himself to enter Ford's 'The '10 Unleashed' campaign but it was not for himself, instead he wanted to see his two good friends Mike Hurst, technical director for Rally America and Mark Utecht, one of Rally Americas top drivers race against the clock to see who would have bragging rights. So Niday organized a head-to-head rally in a 201o Mustang GT on four stages of the Ojibwe Forests Rally course. Rally racing has to be one of the purest forms of racing as participants race in any conditions using factory cars on real roads which are usually unpaved and dangerous. Check out the video below to see how well the 2010 Mustang GT handles the dirt roads. Press Release: The last thing you'd expect to see zooming through Bemidji, Minn. at the Ojibwe Forests Rally is a 2010 Ford Mustang, or any Mustang for that matter. J.B. Niday, managing director of Rally America, had not yet experienced a 2010 Mustang at any of his Rally America competitions, but that was about to change. Niday unselfishly chose to unleash his inner Mustang with Fords 10 Unleashed campaign through his two good friends Mike Hurst, technical director for Rally America, and Mark Utecht, one of Rally Americas top two wheel drive competitors. There are no ovals, pace cars or rain delays in Rally racing. The sport features real cars racing against the clock on closed-off sections of real roads that are usually unpaved and unforgiving. Gravel logging roads, mountain passes, well groomed forest roads are what make up the tracks for rally drivers. Events can last several days and cover hundreds of miles through rain, snow and day or night. A rally car is the ultimate real world sports car: one that is capable of high speed and incredible handling on any road surface and in every weather condition. Niday organized a head-to-head rally in a 2010 Ford Mustang on four stages of the Ojibwe Forests Rally course winner takes all. Hurst and Utecht are friends off the track and deadly on it. Their friendly conversation of recent years has been about who is behind the wheel of the 86 Mustang that Hurst reluctantly sold to Utecht several years ago and this challenge would settle their Mustang rally feud once and for all. Hurst last drove his cherished 86 Mustang in a rally in February of 2004. Utecht has proven he knows how to drive a Mustang in the woods by winning the Rally America Group 5 class in his region ever since he bought the 86 Mustang from Hurst. To find out who earned lifetime bragging rights and also took home use of the 2010 Mustang for a year, check out the full HD video chronicling Mustang Rally at www.the2010mustang.com. Read More

October 2009 Ford Mustang Sales Figures Released

October 2009 Ford Mustang Sales Figures Released November 6th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, November 6th, 2009 Matt Rigney 3 Comments

Sales of Ford Mustangs for October of 2009 were 4,789 compared to 4,686 from October of 2008 showing a 2.2% increase in sales from the previous year. Year to date Mustang sales are 56,469 compared to 83,557 for 2008, which is a 32.4% drop.

Month to Month sales were lower just a bit with September 2009 sales being 4,917 compared to October 2009 sales of 4,789 which is a 2.6% decrease.

If you are curious what previous month sales were check out September 2009, August 2009, July 2009, June 2009, May 2009, April 2009, March 2009, February 2009, January 2009 sales figures.
Sales of Ford Mustangs for October of 2009 were 4,789 compared to 4,686 from October of 2008 showing a 2.2% increase in sales from the previous year. Year to date Mustang sales are 56,469 compared to 83,557 for 2008, which is a 32.4% drop. Month to Month sales were lower just a bit with September 2009 sales being 4,917 compared to October 2009 sales of 4,789 which is a 2.6% decrease. If you are curious what previous month sales were check out September 2009, August 2009, July 2009, June 2009, May 2009, April 2009, March 2009, February 2009, January 2009 sales figures. Read More

2010 Saleen S281 Mustang Photos Revealed

2010 Saleen S281 Mustang Photos Revealed October 29th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, October 29th, 2009 Matt Rigney 3 Comments

Under new ownership the company formerly known as Saleen Inc, is now Saleen Performance Vehicles and they just revealed photos ahead of the SEMA debut for their bread and butter model the 2010 Saleen S281. This will be the fifteenth year for the s281 model since it's introduction in 1996 and it's probably the most important unveiling this company will have as it's no longer run by the man who started it. This vehicle debut will set the tone and image for the company moving forward.

From the photos released I think the exterior of the S281 looks amazing. They have truly taken the 2010 Mustang design to the next level with the redesign of...
Under new ownership the company formerly known as Saleen Inc, is now Saleen Performance Vehicles and they just revealed photos ahead of the SEMA debut for their bread and butter model the 2010 Saleen S281. This will be the fifteenth year for the s281 model since it's introduction in 1996 and it's probably the most important unveiling this company will have as it's no longer run by the man who started it. This vehicle debut will set the tone and image for the company moving forward. From the photos released I think the exterior of the S281 looks amazing. They have truly taken the 2010 Mustang design to the next level with the redesign of the front and rear fascias, rear wing, hood and side louvers. The wheels look next generation as does the rear exhaust. Check out the photos and give us your feedback in the comments whether positive or negative. Read More

Ford Previews Customized Mustangs for 2009 SEMA Show

Ford Previews Customized Mustangs for 2009 SEMA Show October 27th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, October 27th, 2009 Matt Rigney 1 Comment

At the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas next week Ford Motor Company will take center stage as the featured automaker. This time around Ford will have their most iconic brand well represented with a host of customized 2010 Mustangs.

Among the Mustangs on hand will be the 2010 Boy Racer by 3dCarbon, 2010 widebody Mustang by Galpin Auto Sports with 550-horsepower, 2010 Mustang by H&R Special Springs, 2010 Mustang drag car by Paul's High Performance, the 2010 Steeda Q350, 2010 Mustang by Street Scene Equipment, 2010 Mustang RTR from Vaughn Gittin Jr. and a 2010 Mustang built with Ford Custom Accessories. These Mustangs are just a handful of...
At the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas next week Ford Motor Company will take center stage as the featured automaker. This time around Ford will have their most iconic brand well represented with a host of customized 2010 Mustangs. Among the Mustangs on hand will be the 2010 Boy Racer by 3dCarbon, 2010 widebody Mustang by Galpin Auto Sports with 550-horsepower, 2010 Mustang by H&R Special Springs, 2010 Mustang drag car by Paul's High Performance, the 2010 Steeda Q350, 2010 Mustang by Street Scene Equipment, 2010 Mustang RTR from Vaughn Gittin Jr. and a 2010 Mustang built with Ford Custom Accessories. These Mustangs are just a handful of custom rides you can expect to see at the 2009 SEMA. “The Mustang is an iconic car,” said Melvin Betancourt, Ford SEMA design manager. “People always want to reinvent it, and everybody has an idea about what the next Mustang should be.” There is no denying the Mustangs icon status as it's the most customized car in the aftermarket industry today. This year should be exciting as it's the first year the refreshed 2010 Mustang gets made over. For details and photos on the customized Mustangs check below. 2010 Ford Mustang by 3dCarbon The 3dCarbon Mustang is different from all other Mustangs because it is the true Boy Racer – an award-winning, full-body styling concept that was originally introduced with the 2005 Mustang body style. 3dCarbon introduces the 2010 Boy Racer – an evolution of styling from the old to the new featuring a bold aerodynamic design. The 3d Boy Racer is sure to turn heads. 2010 Ford Mustang by Galpin Auto Sports The Mustang GT Convertible is the true American thrill machine, and that thrill doubles with a Ford Racing 550-horsepower supercharger and one-of-a-kind custom wide body. This is the car to have – whether you’re out on the road with the top down or in the city for a night on the town. 2010 Ford Mustang by H&R Special Springs H&R Special Springs has taken a new 2010 Mustang and built a time machine that is making the future visible now. Working from awesome new styling cues, H&R brings the future closer; from the personalized colorized wheels and subtle LED lighting accents on the exterior to the luxurious white accents inside, custom tuning is the wave. 2010 Ford Mustang by Paul’s High Performance This 2010 Mustang GT is unmistakably built for the quarter-mile drag strip, with low elapsed times in mind. From the functional hood to the rear wing, its aggressive wheels, tires, exhaust and custom-designed Paul’s High Performance products are all specifically tuned for maximum performance. Following in the Paul’s High Performance tradition, this GT screams “Record breaker!” while showing off Mustang’s impressive new body styling, which is way ahead of the competition. 2010 Ford Mustang by Steeda Autosports The Steeda Q350 – embodied with the very soul of Mustang performance – provides a dynamic, super responsive and absolutely confident driving experience. With more wins, records and championships in production-based Mustangs than any other specialty manufacturer, the Steeda Q350 is both track tested and street legal. From the racetrack to the open road, the Steeda Q series never fails to amaze, combining the dynamics and agility of a high-performance sports racer with the everyday practicality and comfort of America’s original pony car – all in one integrated package. 2010 Ford Mustang by Street Scene Equipment Street Scene Equipment once again leads the way with race-like styling for the street, and power, handling and style incorporated into the perfect package. This Mustang from Street Scene Equipment is sure to turn heads wherever it goes. 2010 Ford Mustang by Vaughn Gittin Jr. World championship drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr. has introduced a new generation of Mustang to the world with the Mustang RTR. The extremely limited-production Mustang RTR-C puts still more muscle behind the already incredible 2010 Ford Mustang GT. Balancing 550 tire-shredding American horsepower with new-generation design influences, Vaughn has incorporated state-of-the-art technology with first-rate carbon fiber body construction to make the Mustang RTR-C one incredible-looking, raw performance machine. 2010 Ford Mustang by Ford Vehicle Personalization Powered by imagination, this Ford Mustang showcases Ford Custom Accessories. The metallic gold design cues are inspired by such premier fashion designers as Prada, Stella McCartney and Balenciaga. The vehicle features unique Carbon Black Metallic exterior custom paint that is accented by gold 20-inch wheels and gold-tinted headlights and fog lamps. Inside, the gold theme continues with leather seat and door trim inserts, steering wheel cover and shifter boot. Read More

2010 BOSS Shinoda Ford Mustang packs 800 Horsepower

2010 BOSS Shinoda Ford Mustang packs 800 Horsepower October 26th, 2009 By Matt Rigney, Author, October 26th, 2009 Matt Rigney 2 Comments

The legacy started by famed automotive designer Larry Shinoda carries on as Team Shinoda releases details and photos for their 2010 BOSS Shinoda Mustang which packs an insane 800 horsepower. The 2010 BOSS Shinoda Mustang pictured here is just one of the models they are offering as we have not confirmed how many different levels of performance they will have. This Grabber Blue model is actually the first Boss Shinoda Mustang of 2010 as it carries the #001 serial number stamped into the firewall. At the heart of this 2010 Boss Shinoda Mustang is the 4.6-liter V-8 with a Paxton NOVI 2200 supercharger.

The exterior of the BOSS Shinoda Mustang...
The legacy started by famed automotive designer Larry Shinoda carries on as Team Shinoda releases details and photos for their 2010 BOSS Shinoda Mustang which packs an insane 800 horsepower. The 2010 BOSS Shinoda Mustang pictured here is just one of the models they are offering as we have not confirmed how many different levels of performance they will have. This Grabber Blue model is actually the first Boss Shinoda Mustang of 2010 as it carries the #001 serial number stamped into the firewall. At the heart of this 2010 Boss Shinoda Mustang is the 4.6-liter V-8 with a Paxton NOVI 2200 supercharger. The exterior of the BOSS Shinoda Mustang is where the car really comes alive with it's famed BOSS graphics side stripes starting from the hood and ending near the bottom of each door. There is also BOSS stripe lettering on the hood with a black hood scoop. Other exterior enhancements include a performance rear spoiler, Shinoda chin spoiler, Shinoda badging, rear window louvers, rear black out panel and headlight splitters. Keeping all 800 horses on the road will be no small task that is why a Shinoda Level II plus suspension (springs, shocks, pan hard bars and lower control arms) has been added along with performance sway bars and a set of 20-inch chrome bullitt wheels. If you are interested in this vehicle it's for sale on Ebay for $69,400, not a bad deal for the very first one. For more details and photos check below. 2010 BOSS Shinoda Mustang Performance Modifications - Paxton NOVI 2200 Supercharger SL - High flow JBA Exhaust system - Shinoda Engine Management System Exterior Enhancements - Boss Vibe Graphics - 2010 Shinoda Chin Spoiler - Performance Rear Spoiler - Shinoda Badging - Rear Black out pannel - Headlight splitters - 20x10 rear wheels, 20x8.5 front wheels(chrome bullitt wheels) - Cross Drilled & Slotted Rotors - Rear window louvers - Stamped 10-001 Firewall Number Suspension Modifications - Performance Sway bars - Shinoda Level II Plus Suspension - BOSS Shinoda Level II Plus Package Interior Enhancements - Embroidered Larry Shinoda Signature head rests - Shinoda Performance Guage kit Read More