Ford: Mustang News
#681
Originally Posted by charliemike
If you saw one in person you'd change your mind.
Complete and utter rip-off.
Complete and utter rip-off.
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#682
I'm Down Right Fierce!
Looks like the 2010 Mustang is getting a refreshed look. Ford used a camo-ed 2010 Mustang as a pace car
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Ford used a camouflaged 2010 Mustang< as the pace car for this past weekend's historic Kohler International Challenge vintage race at Road America in Wisconsin. Ford timed the sneak peek accordingly, as Saturday was Ford Mustang Day, which allowed Mustang owners free entrance to the event.
While this was the first officially-sanctioned public “unveiling” of the car, little was shown, as the pony car was draped in the kind of camouflage seen in spy shots. The car is due to make a full-blow release at the Los Angeles auto show in November.
Ford’s decision to show off — albeit partially — its newest pony car at a racing event mimic Chevy’s announcement it will have the reborn Camaro at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in September.
As recently reported, Ford designers have attempted to make the new ‘Stang appear smaller, despite being the same size as the existing model. The move was made to combat the preconceived image of a fuel-gulping muscle car. Once the disguise comes off, we’ll be able to assess the effectiveness of this technique.
We’re expecting the redesigned 2010 model to hit the market in the early part of 2009.
While this was the first officially-sanctioned public “unveiling” of the car, little was shown, as the pony car was draped in the kind of camouflage seen in spy shots. The car is due to make a full-blow release at the Los Angeles auto show in November.
Ford’s decision to show off — albeit partially — its newest pony car at a racing event mimic Chevy’s announcement it will have the reborn Camaro at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in September.
As recently reported, Ford designers have attempted to make the new ‘Stang appear smaller, despite being the same size as the existing model. The move was made to combat the preconceived image of a fuel-gulping muscle car. Once the disguise comes off, we’ll be able to assess the effectiveness of this technique.
We’re expecting the redesigned 2010 model to hit the market in the early part of 2009.
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#683
Fahrvergnügen'd
The move was made to combat the preconceived image of a fuel-gulping muscle car.
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It IS a fuel-gulping muscle car. That's the point. *sigh*
#684
The sizzle in the Steak
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
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#686
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Thread title fixed.
#687
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
Probably from before the updates to AZ were made. More specifically the change from 25 posts per page to 40 posts per page by default. ![Shrug](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/shrug.gif)
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#689
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
They aren't asleep, just business as usual.
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#690
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Ford unveils new logo for 2010 Mustang
With the recent launch of the Dodge Challenger and the upcoming launch of the Chevrolet Camaro, the Ford Mustang is facing its first legitimate competition since 2002. To combat the two new entrants to the Pony Car segment, Ford is currently overhauling the Mustang for the 2010 model year. Although we’ll have to wait until November’s Los Angeles Auto Show to see the new Mustang in the flesh, Ford has released the new Mustang badge set to grace the 2010 Mustang.
Like the Mustang currently on the market, the new badge is a modern interpretation of the original. Although the badge doesn’t give away too much about how the new car will look, Ford claims that the new badge, like the 2010 model, “is more defined, more muscular and sure to catch the eye of Mustang enthusiasts.”
The new badge has a reserved piece of real estate on the front grille of the 2010 V6 and GT Mustangs. For the first time, the Mustang badge will also be available in black-chrome on the Mustang GT.
The Mustang logo was last updated for the 2005 car.
Like the Mustang currently on the market, the new badge is a modern interpretation of the original. Although the badge doesn’t give away too much about how the new car will look, Ford claims that the new badge, like the 2010 model, “is more defined, more muscular and sure to catch the eye of Mustang enthusiasts.”
The new badge has a reserved piece of real estate on the front grille of the 2010 V6 and GT Mustangs. For the first time, the Mustang badge will also be available in black-chrome on the Mustang GT.
The Mustang logo was last updated for the 2005 car.
#691
The sizzle in the Steak
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#694
Thats kinda pointless... is it supposed to be a teaser of some sort? Lame. It is noticeably different, better, and worthy of note, but hardly headline material.
A few pics have already surfaced, I'm pretty sure its going to have styling cues from the 1970 Boss Mustang. That would be perfect if they actually put in a 302 in the 2010 also....
A few pics have already surfaced, I'm pretty sure its going to have styling cues from the 1970 Boss Mustang. That would be perfect if they actually put in a 302 in the 2010 also....
#696
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Thats kinda pointless... is it supposed to be a teaser of some sort? Lame. It is noticeably different, better, and worthy of note, but hardly headline material.
A few pics have already surfaced, I'm pretty sure its going to have styling cues from the 1970 Boss Mustang. That would be perfect if they actually put in a 302 in the 2010 also....
A few pics have already surfaced, I'm pretty sure its going to have styling cues from the 1970 Boss Mustang. That would be perfect if they actually put in a 302 in the 2010 also....
#697
That's even better! or better yet, how bout a 429!
Blue oval guys, keep dreaming....
I'm pretty sure the 2010 Mustang was still going to have a solid rear axle, so it'll weigh less than the Camaro and Challenger and should be able to keep up with a smaller engine.
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#699
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That's even better! or better yet, how bout a 429!
Blue oval guys, keep dreaming....
I'm pretty sure the 2010 Mustang was still going to have a solid rear axle, so it'll weigh less than the Camaro and Challenger and should be able to keep up with a smaller engine.
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#701
how handsome I am
get that 3.8l v6 out of my face forever - what a piece of shit that thing is.
I guess they showed the new badge and compared it to the old one to show.. well, the old one was a porker horse and the 2010 one took some hydroxycut between MY's?
I guess they showed the new badge and compared it to the old one to show.. well, the old one was a porker horse and the 2010 one took some hydroxycut between MY's?
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#702
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It does result in a worse ride over bumps, but overall its cheaper, lighter, which is what the Mustang strives off of. Its the affordable pony car. Plus 03-04 Cobra owners were switching to solid rears, at which point Ford decided to go with a solid rear for the 07+ GT500.... so that might be why they're sticking with it.
#704
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Teaser pics of the 2010 model...
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I wonder how it will compete with the Camaro and Challenger. Its definitely going to be lighter, but how much new stuff will they bring to the table? The solid rear axle's going to keep the drag racers happy but not much beyond that
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I wonder how it will compete with the Camaro and Challenger. Its definitely going to be lighter, but how much new stuff will they bring to the table? The solid rear axle's going to keep the drag racers happy but not much beyond that
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I read somewhere that they weren't going to change too much with regards to the exterior, just some tweaks. That said, this is supposed to be an all new model (5-year life cycle). Hopefully they fix the interior and loose the solid rear axle.
#711
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Meh..... Challenger and Camaro are better
#712
If you were one of the executives or in managerial position, do you think there will be net profit? Enough net revenue to cover the liability? To offer two totally different rear suspension package, just think about the cost that would be associated with offering them, direct and indirect cost, overhead cost, inventory, labor cost, etc. Cost of producing them would be too exborbitant and unnecessary.
The net liability (costs) would far exceed the net revenue, thus negative net profit. Negative Net profit means pissed off shareholders. If you piss them off for long enough period, no equity investment(stocks). Company then struggles.
Guess what happends next, those pissed off sharholders committee would vote to fire YOU. Then you will move into your parents house basement, lamenting the fact that you should have only offered solid rear axe ... LOL..
Son, this is the reality of Accounting/Finance/Management of a corporation.
Deep isn't it?
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#714
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Interior looks MUCH better.
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If you frequent every car blog on a daily basis, then you've probably seen these latest spy shots of the 2010 Ford Mustang in base V6 and GT500 trim, as well as completely uncovered views of the interior. We're acutely aware, however, that some of you rely solely on Autoblog for your daily fix. Therefore, we're bringing you these three sets of spy shots now, despite the fact they've been on the web for a week. We apologize for the delay, but some back-of-the-house complications kept us from publishing them sooner.
Regardless, it's totally apparent that Ford wants everyone to see these spy shots considering how naked these prototypes are. The batch of shots showing a blue, base V6 model gives the best view of the Mustang's redesigned front end, including the newly shaped grille, new headlights, hood and lower bumper. The two new interior shots completely give up the goods on the Mustang's new dash design, as well. Finally, the GT500 convertible shots show that the top dog model will indeed be fierce with a giant hood bulge and its own front end design.
Unfortunately, we've heard that the Mustang's engine lineup will carry over largely unchanged for the 2010 model year, though could be entirely revamped shortly thereafter to keep pace with its crosstown rivals from Chevy and Dodge.
Regardless, it's totally apparent that Ford wants everyone to see these spy shots considering how naked these prototypes are. The batch of shots showing a blue, base V6 model gives the best view of the Mustang's redesigned front end, including the newly shaped grille, new headlights, hood and lower bumper. The two new interior shots completely give up the goods on the Mustang's new dash design, as well. Finally, the GT500 convertible shots show that the top dog model will indeed be fierce with a giant hood bulge and its own front end design.
Unfortunately, we've heard that the Mustang's engine lineup will carry over largely unchanged for the 2010 model year, though could be entirely revamped shortly thereafter to keep pace with its crosstown rivals from Chevy and Dodge.