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06-02-2010, 11:07 AM | #1 | ||
I miss my wheelbarrow
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2011 GT500.
A few details and features on the upcoming 2011 Shelby GT500: *Aluminium block version of the 5.4L Eaton blown combination we are used to. Exact specs are not confimed re: hardware and compression ratio but it is expected that the GTWS alloy block, Manley H-Beam rods and 9.6:1 compression version fitted to the 2010 Super Cobra Jet is what is on offer. *Aluminium Hood (Bonnet) with "power dome" and heat extractor grille as standard. *HID headlights as standard *19" x 9.5" rims Front and rear with 255/285mm tyres fitted as standard. *19" x 9.5" rims Front and 20 x 10" rims rear with 265/285 mm tyres featured on the SVT "sticker pack" upgrade, which also includes a rear diff gear change from 3.55:1 to 3.73:1, stripes, a guerney flap on the rear spoiler and a host of small detail change to badges and trims. *Glass roof option as seen on last model GT's Spy photo's of the SVT Pack car here: Regular production is expected to feature very close to the 2010.... which I like...... Daniel |
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06-02-2010, 11:10 AM | #2 | ||
Where to next??
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That's one work of art...
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06-02-2010, 11:12 AM | #3 | ||
avenge me
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looks very nice, ALMOST as nice as the new camaro or challenger
those yanks really know how to design a muscle car
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06-02-2010, 12:24 PM | #4 | ||
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I've heard that the combination of EPAS (electronic steering) and aluminium block will shave 129lbs or about 59kg off the weight over the front of the car.
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06-02-2010, 12:50 PM | #5 | |||
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ooh yeah... nice scoop Daniel.
If there's one thing this needs it's agility, as in cornering agility, otherwise the '11 GT would come close to embarrassing it. Good to see they've gone down the route with less mass. Quote:
Edit: A little vid. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU_lN...layer_embedded
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06-02-2010, 12:51 PM | #6 | ||
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Mmmm there is nothing to not like about this car.
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06-02-2010, 12:59 PM | #7 | ||||
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http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/05/s...mance-package/
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And http://www.muscularmustangs.com/2010...gt500_news.php Quote:
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06-02-2010, 01:50 PM | #8 | ||
I miss my wheelbarrow
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Thanks mate, you came through with the bigger scoop as usual :
I reckon the alloy block and bonnet will account for every bit of 60kg... that will get a GT500 down to about 1810kg WITH a driver on board....... very nice. Daniel |
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06-02-2010, 02:28 PM | #9 | ||
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OMFG!, that thing is beautiful!, i love that blue one! :
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06-02-2010, 02:40 PM | #10 | ||
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Aluminium 5.4? So, um, the GT 500 is the only model not to get the S/C 5.0 Coyote is it?
It's a pity the Aluminium block and Supercharger combo never made it out to FPV. But considering what's coming, c'est la vie. However, it would be good to see the aluminium blocks flow down into the aftermarket. Lukeyson
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06-02-2010, 03:08 PM | #11 | |||
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06-02-2010, 04:26 PM | #12 | ||
Giddy up.
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Very nice indeed, I do love the stance of that Blue one, interesting times ahead.
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06-02-2010, 05:38 PM | #13 | ||
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Oh to live in america !! my cousins friend bought a 'Stang convertible for $30k drive away.
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06-02-2010, 06:22 PM | #14 | |||
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06-02-2010, 06:49 PM | #15 | ||
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And still a live axel rear end?
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06-02-2010, 07:00 PM | #16 | ||
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Should be good for 11s stock (or very low 12s)
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06-02-2010, 07:02 PM | #17 | |||
Barra Turbo > V8
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06-02-2010, 08:45 PM | #18 | |||
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07-02-2010, 03:26 AM | #19 | |||
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Worst case scenario: Mustang goes RHD.
Best case scenario: It's also available with a Falcon coupe shell. Good news: That's most likely the plan. Bad news: Gotta wait about 5 more years. Quote:
I agree with comments about the blue one. /Salivates.
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07-02-2010, 03:40 AM | #20 | ||
I miss my wheelbarrow
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Ya Ya Yaaaa.... Falcon coupe based off GT500 with FI engine, 6 speed manual and a live axle that has a FRPP 9" bolt in deal available ready to go drag racing AND look cool..
2015: bring the dream Daniel |
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09-02-2010, 05:50 PM | #21 | ||
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I'm surprised they don't change to a blown 5.0 engine
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