Yeah, I really like the retro look and I know they said they were moving away from that, but as we all know it still needs to be instantly recognizable as a Mustang, even without badges or anything.

This also makes me think, how long until Chevy and Dodge put the Camaro and Challenger under the knife for a refresh?   

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Shelby announces official details for 2010-2014 Mustang widebody kit
Source: Mustangsdaily.com

Shelby Performance Parts has officially announced details for the widebody kit for 2010-2014 Mustang and Shelby models. The Shelby Wide Body package was unveiled on the 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this January, and was recently released for 2005-2009 Mustang and Shelby cars. Shelby Performance Parts now gives current generation Mustang and Shelby owners the option to buy the kit and have it installed by a local shop of their choosing.

“The Shelby Wide Body Kit for 2005-2009 Mustang and Shelby’s, as well as our New York and Detroit auto show generated so much interest by current model owners that we decided to offer the package to them, as well,” said Shelby Performance Parts Vice President Jer Gervasi. “This means that 2010-2014 Mustang and Shelby owners won’t have to send their car to our Las Vegas facilities to tailor fit a Shelby Wide Body Kit to their ride.”



The kit for 2010-2014 Mustangs and Shelby’s is available in two versions. The complete package includes rear quarter panels, adding 6 inches of fender to house up to 13 inch rear wheels, as well as the front quarter panels that allow for 10 inch front wheels. The Shelby Wide Body Kit is also available in a rear-only option. Both packages include a Shelby Billet Fuel Door, installation instructions, special tools and all the necessary hardware for installation. However, the kit requires substantial body and paint work and is recommended to be assembled by a professional body shop.

Developed exclusively by Shelby American, the kit not only improves styling, but performance as well. The ability to clear 345 wide rear tires puts Mustang power to the pavement as never before.

“Built using lightweight components and extraordinary craftsmanship, the Shelby Wide Body Kit is built to OEM-quality fit and finish to seamlessly integrate into the Mustang’s body lines,” added Gervasi. “This package adds serious grip to the Mustang that will turn heads and quarter miles.”

The rear only package for 2010-2014 Mustangs and Shelby’s starts at $3,399; the four quarter panel kit is $5,999, not including wheels and tires.

“These kits are just a few examples of our ongoing effort to provide the Mustang community a little ‘Shelby Magic’ through Shelby branded styling and performance parts,” said Shelby American President John Luft.

The kits are available at www.shelbyperformanceparts.com or by calling (702) 405-3500.

[Source: Shelby Performance Parts]

http://mustangsdaily.com/blog/2013/06/07/shelby-announces-official-details-for-2010-2014-mustang-widebody-kit/

Stang is looking mighty fine!

Video: Evolution Peformance first to run 8s with 2013 Shelby GT500
Source: Mustangsdaily.com

Last year Evolution Performance became the first to run a 2013 Shelby GT500 in the 9s, setting the benchmark with a 9.95 second pass at 142 mph at Atco Raceway in New Jersey. Now the shop in Aston, PA has once again reset the mark with an astounding 8.94 second run, becoming the first to drop below the nine second mark in  2013 Shelby GT500. Making the feat even more impressive is that the Grabber Blue Shelby’s stock 6-speed manual transmission is still in place.

So what does it take to build an eight second Shelby GT500? A fully built 5.8L V8 from L&M Race Engines and tuned by Lund Racing is now under the hood, with the stock 2.3L supercharger swapped out for a Kenne Bell 3.6L liquid-cooled unit running just under 23 pounds of boost. In total, Evolution Performance’s Shelby produces 1,156 horsepower and 1,078 lb-ft torque at the rear wheels. All of that power runs through a Spec twin-disc clutch and aluminum flywheel as well as a FAB 9-inch rear end, and a set of Mickey Thompson ET drag slicks wrapped over Weld RT-S wheels help put it to the ground.

Want to see the Shelby’s eight second pass for yourself? Just click the play button below and enjoy the video in up to 1080 HD.

First 2013 Shelby GT500 In The 8's - 8.94@159MPH

http://mustangsdaily.com/blog/2013/05/09/video-evolution-peformance-first-to-run-8s-with-2013-shelby-gt500/

It's getting closer to that time of year again!  Mustang Week 2013 will be held in Myrtle Beach, SC, July 15-21.  Anyone else planning on going?  As long as I can get my finances in order (the joys of being a college student!) I will be in attendance for at least the car show and drag racing armed with my camera to provide coverage for all you lovely guys and gals.  I would love to be able to meet up with some fellow RPMers if you're there!

http://www.mustangweek.com/home.shtml

There is one episode of Burn Notice where you can see the Google car drive by in the background, there is a streetview shot of them in the middle of filming the scene, pretty neat.

That's pretty cool!  I've not seen the Google Maps car in person so I'm fairly sure I'm not on there yet.