2008 Ford Mustang

Horsepower: 500 @ 6000
Torque (lb-ft): 480 @ 4500
Weight: 4040 lbs
0-60: TBD

Bodystyle: 2dr Car , Convertible
Market Segment: 2-door Sub-Comp...
Engine type: Supercharged Gas V8
Transmission type: 6 Manual

MSRP: $42,192 - $46,755

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Press release

The numbers tied to the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh are impressive, if not overwhelming - but there’s one statistic especially worth eyeing.

Some 2,500 show aircraft and 650,000 visitors are expected at this year’s meet, which runs from Monday - Aug. 3. An estimated 10,000 airplanes are expected to fly in to the airport in east-central Wisconsin. And here’s the kicker: The event will feature one cool Ford Mustang.

A special one-of-a-kind AirVenture Mustang, the Mustang AV8R, will be unveiled on Sunday. The classic American car was named after the famous P-51 Mustang fighter, which played a key role in World War II as a bomber escort. Several P-51s are slated to be at Oshkosh, according to the show’s web site, www.airventure.org.

The team at Ford Racing helped develop the aviation-inspired Mustang AV8R. Special features on the 2009 Mustang GT include a glass roof, which is a new option on Mustangs this year; special front and rear fascias; integrated spoiler; and Shelby GT500 wheels. Ford Racing’s contributions include a handling pack (dampers, lowering springs, anti-roll bar kit and strut tower brace), supercharger and tuned exhaust that will generate 400 horsepower from the aluminum block 4.6-liter, 24-valve V-8 engine.

The Mustang AV8R is painted in Satin Silver matte paint with Black Gloss accents. The interior features distressed "bomber jacket" leather inserts and trim panels along with a "Bullitt" aluminum instrument panel appliqué and shift knob. It also has an appliqué autograph area for the aviation legends and notable enthusiasts scheduled to be in attendance, who include Edsel B. Ford II, Chuck Yeager, Jack Roush, Harrison Ford, John Travolta, Morgan Freeman and Jim Lovell.

Douglas Gaffka, the chief designer for the Mustang, took a restrained, modern approach for the Mustang AV8R.

"We chose anodized silver for the body sides and high-gloss black for the hood, which flows through the glass roof - it was almost like having a canopy," Gaffka said. "We also embedded the Air Force star in the glass."

Collectors can bid on the car. Perspective owners should contact Matt Miller at 1-800-236-1025 for details about the July 31 auction. Auction proceeds will benefit the EAA’s Gathering of Eagles program, which helps provide scholarships for young people interested in aviation careers.

Donating the Mustang AV8R is the latest example of Ford’s continuing commitment to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Last year, Ford donated two tickets to the finals of "American Idol," which sold for $16,500. Ford and Shelby Automobiles donated a Mustang Shelby GT-H in 2006, which sold for $250,000.

"The Mustang AV8R is the latest commitment from Ford in support of EAA’s effort to build the future of aviation," said Tom Poberezny, EAA president. "This stunning, one-of-a-kind automobile will be a very special addition to our Gathering of Eagles fund-raiser, which supports EAA’s aviation education and preservation work throughout the year."

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Vehicle

• EPA Classification : Subcompact

Engine

• Engine Order Code : 99S
• Engine Type : Supercharged Gas V8
• Displacement : 5.4L/330
• Fuel System : SEFI
• SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 500 @ 6000
• SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 480 @ 4500

Transmission

• Drivetrain : Rear Wheel Drive
• Trans Order Code : 44E
• Trans Type : 6
• Trans Description Cont. : Manual
• Trans Description Cont. Again : N/A
• First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.97
• Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.78
• Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.30
• Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.00
• Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.80
• Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.63
• Reverse Ratio (:1) : - TBD -
• Clutch Size (in) : N/A
• Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.31

Mileage

• EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 14
• EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 20

Electrical

• Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary) : - TBD -
• Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : - TBD -

Cooling System

• Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 21.0

Weight Information

• Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 4040

Trailering

• Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
• Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
• Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
• Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A

Suspension

• Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
• Suspension Type - Rear : 3-Link/Panhard Rod
• Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
• Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
• Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : - TBD -
• Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : - TBD -
• Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 1.34
• Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.94

Brakes

• Brake Type : Pwr
• Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
• Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
• Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
• Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 14.0 x - TBD -
• Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.8 x - TBD -
• Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : N/A
• Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : N/A

Tires

• Front Tire Order Code : T9H
• Rear Tire Order Code : T9H
• Spare Tire Order Code : N/A
• Front Tire Size : P255/45ZR18
• Rear Tire Size : P285/40ZR18
• Spare Tire Size : N/A

Wheels

• Front Wheel Size (in) : 18 x 9.5
• Rear Wheel Size (in) : 18 x 9.5
• Spare Wheel Size (in) : N/A
• Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
• Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
• Spare Wheel Material : N/A

Steering

• Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
• Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 15.7
• Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : - TBD -
• Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 37.0
• Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -

Fuel Tank

• Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 16.0

Exterior Dimensions

• Wheelbase (in) : 107.1
• Length, Overall (in) : 188.0
• Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 73.9
• Height, Overall (in) : 55.7
• Tread Width, Front (in) : 61.9
• Tread Width, Rear (in) : 62.5
• Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.71
• Liftover Height (in) : - TBD -

Cargo Area Dimensions

• Trunk Volume (ft�) : 9.7

Interior Dimensions

• Passenger Capacity : 4
• Passenger Volume (ft�) : 81.6
• Front Head Room (in) : 38.8
• Front Leg Room (in) : 42.7
• Front Shoulder Room (in) : 55.4
• Front Hip Room (in) : 53.6
• Second Head Room (in) : 36.3
• Second Leg Room (in) : 30.3
• Second Shoulder Room (in) : 45.0
• Second Hip Room (in) : 45.2

Summary

• Vehicle Name : Shelby GT500
• Body Style : 2 Door Convertible

News - Crash Test Results:

Frontal Driver: * * * * *

Frontal Passenger: * * * * *

Side Driver: Not Rated

Side Rear Passenger: Not Rated

Crash Test Note: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA Rollover Rating: * * * * *

Rollover Note: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).

Rebate:

Incentive Note: One of the following incentives may apply to this vehicle. Regional incentives may vary.

Cash Incentive Bonus Cash: 1000

Cash Finance Rule: Or

Financing Incentive Min: 3.9

Financing Incentive Max: 7.9

Financing Bonus Cash: 1000

Expiration Date: 01/02/2008

Resource Name: ford.com

Resource Date: 10/03/2007

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Safety Features

• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Passenger Air Bag
• Driver Air Bag
• Side Air Bag
• Traction Control
• Traction Control
• Tires - Front Performance
• Tires - Rear Performance

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