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Shelby F150 Super Snake Concept Truck

PRESS RELEASE:

LAS VEGAS - Shelby Automobiles, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc., (CSBI.PK) unveiled a Super Snake Ford F150 concept today at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Based on the popular Shelby GT500 Super Snake, the post-title package for the 2003-2008 F150 upgrades the truck’s handling, styling and power.

“Carroll Shelby pioneered the muscle truck segment over 20 years ago,” stated Amy Boylan, president of Shelby Autos. “Our team built this concept F150 Super Snake to see if the public is ready for another high performance Shelby truck. We took the same approach to this project as we do for every Shelby. With its ‘look at me’ styling, earth shattering power, stop-on-a-dime brakes and go cart-like handling, it’s a balanced performance truck that’s as desirable to drive as it is to look at.”

Shelby Autos teamed with Ford Racing and top suppliers such as Borla and Baer to develop the concept. The red 2007 F150 regular cab truck features a custom functional hood and fascias, black Super Snake stripes and Alcoa Shelby wheels. The 5.4L engine was tweaked to churn out 475 horsepower through the automatic transmission while 6 piston Shelby brakes were added to stop the beast. The suspension was lowered 3 inches and tightened up to improve handling.

Enthusiasts can choose to have the entire package applied to their truck for the ultimate Shelby. However, the styling and the power/handling upgrades can also be installed individually.

“We’ll install the Super Snake package for the F150 at the Shelby Autos facility in Las Vegas,” added Gary Davis, Shelby Autos vice president of production. “In order to maintain the high level of quality and performance demanded by real enthusiasts, we’ll only build a few thousand per model year.”

The Ford F150 Super Snake post title package includes:

• Whipple supercharger kit
  
• Borla exhaust system
  
• DJM suspension
  
• 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
• Shelby-designed 22-inch wheels and tires with Pirelli P Scorpion tires
  
• Forged Shelby / Baer brakes with 6 piston calipers with cross drilled and vented rotors
  
• Custom front fascia, grill, carbon fiber splitter, fender vents and brake cooling ducts
  
• Custom front fascia, mesh grill and grill surround
  
• Custom side fender vents and rockers
  
• Unique fiberglass hood featuring a hood scoop and classic Shelby design
  
• Bed lid and rug with embroidered logos
• Shelby signature Super Snake stripes
  
• “Shelby” lettering across the rear tailgate
  
• “Super Snake” vehicle badges and official Shelby CSM interior plate
  
• Shelby signature embroidered headrests, floor mats and leather interior

Images and Press Release courtesy of Autoblog.com

Article courtesy of Motor Authority

2008 Ford Mustang FR500CJ Cobra Jet

Ford’s re-packaging of the Mustang into its 2010 model-year form factor has pleased the critics with a sleeker look, but now Ford Racing is getting ready to please the folks that live only to see quick ETs with the 2010 Mustang Cobra Jet (2008 model pictured).

The 2010 car will wear the FR500CJ model designation just like the car before it, but other specifications have yet to be nailed down. Ford Racing is expecting to put a 425hp 5.4L supercharged V8 straight out of the Ford Racing Parts (FRP) catalog in the standard model, with an optional upgrade to a 475hp aluminum-block engine.

The Classic 1968 Cobra Jet - Image courtesy of All Ford Mustang News

Shifting gears yourself is one of the most rewarding parts of driving a car fast when done properly, but at the drag strip, it just slows you down, so Ford is offering a five-speed Liberty manual in addition to a race-prepped automatic on top of the standard six-speed tranny that was available on the 2008 car. To keep the car from crumpling when the shiny side fails to stay up, all 2010 Cobra Jets get an 8.50et NHRA certified roll cage, too.

Final testing of components is still underway, but Ford says production will begin in Q4 2009 with first deliveries to start in early 2010. Pricing hasn’t been set yet, but will start below $75,000, says Ford. Like last time, only 50 will be available.

Team Shelby members and Ford enthusiasts will converge on Tulsa, OK June 24th -28th for the 35th annual Mid America Ford and Team Shelby Nationals. This multi-venue event features five full days of fast paced fun with over 1,500 cars, great people, and great sponsors all in one place for a memorable Shelby experience!

Enthusiasts with will enjoy: 3 days of open track at Hallett Motor Racing Circuit, Team Shelby High Performance Driving School with a braking seminar, 1 day of drag racing at Tulsa Raceway Park, Cruisin’ Tulsa, huge all Ford Swap Meet featuring vintage parts as well as late model parts, Trade Show each evening Wednesday through Friday at the Marriott, Saturday Night Event Banquet, and an All Ford Super Show featuring over 40 different vehicle classes.

For more information and to register online for this event please click HERE.