<![CDATA[Jalopnik: 2008 Ford Mustang]]> http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/base/img/thumbs140x140/jalopnik.com.png <![CDATA[Jalopnik: 2008 Ford Mustang]]> http://jalopnik.com/tag/2008 ford mustang http://jalopnik.com/tag/2008 ford mustang <![CDATA[2008 Cobra Jet Mustang Brings The Noise At SEMA]]> In addition to the Raptor pickup, Ford will be unveiling its latest purpose-built drag racer, the 2008 Mustang Cobra Jet. The Cobra Jet, also known as the FR500CJ, is an attempt by the Dearborn, MI-based automaker to expand its offerings of racing pony cars. The Cobra Jet gets a beefed up 5.4-liter V8 with a cold air intake, A/C delete, 9-inch rear end, a six speed manual or three speed auto, a roll hoop and a specialized suspension. While no horsepower figure is given yet, Ford is calling it a car any drag racer can get in and immediately be able to compete with ten second cars. Not too bad for a factory racer, sounds like it'll do the Cobra Jet name justice. Details in the press release below. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5075921&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Anatomy Of A Ford Mustang Drift Racer]]> We caught up with professional drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr. and had him walk us around his Ford Mustang to show us what makes his trick drift car tick. Not only did we get a close-up look at the machine, he even took us for a quick spin around some cones conveniently placed in the parking lot. This was our second time riding shotgun in a drift car — our first was in a JDM Nissan Skyline — and we've gotta admit, even though some may feel drifting isn't a real sport, it's unquestionably fun. Check out all the action in the video after the jump. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5042446&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt, Part Three]]> Why you should buy the 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt: More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=398697&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt, Part Two]]> Exterior Design: ***** More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=398608&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt, Part One]]> I managed to drive nearly one thousand miles across Texas in a 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt without running over a cow, getting in a gunfight or playing a single hand of high stakes poker. How? If you've never been, the Texas in your head is a rugged place with sun-drenched highways stretching across a flat endless plain as seen in movies actually shot in Southern California. We've got three of the ten largest cities in the United States. We've got dusty hills and verdant valleys. Modern skyscrapers and sandy beaches. Twists and turns. Tangy BBQ and spicy Pho. For both Texas and the Bullitt, the myth serves a purpose but the reality is that much more magical. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=397921&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Fast And Furious 4 Mustang Built Live For Auto Show Crowd]]> If you're like us, you're waiting for the next Fast and Furious movie with bated breath. And since plot and dialogue are of decreasing importance to the series, they're already trotting out cars for the next installment. An early example is a heavily modified 2008 Mustang put together by the folks at Stangpede Mustang. Just to show how fast they are, the team demonstrated how quickly an FAF car can be created by converting a stock 2008 Mustang GT into a show car in exactly six hours (with an untold number of prep hours) for crowds at the San Diego International Auto Show. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=347610&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Top Gear's Pat Devereux Hearts the New 2008 Ford Bullitt]]> While I've yet to drive the new Bullitt Mustang, I've definitely heard good things about it from some very good people. Heck, even Phil Floraday over at the Road that is ever-Winding gives it a thumbs up. Chalk up one more thumbs-up from an auto writer as Top Gear magazine's Pat Devereux had this to say about the new McQueen re-make:
Ford has got it all wrong with the new Bullitt Mustang. It's tried to create a modern version of the original but, as I've just finished restoring one of the 1967 cars, I think I'm in a good position to judge. The new car is nothing like a modern GT 390 - it's much better.
But why's he think it's so good? More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=338076&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Ford Goes Glassy-Eyed With New Mustang Roof]]> If there's one thing Mustang fans go for it's straight-line power "more natural light." Must be, as Ford's now added — as one of a barrage of random press releases yesterday — a new "glass roof option" to the Mustang lineup. They're reasoning for doing it? The 2008 Chevy Corvette did it! Production of large sunroofs in North America has increased nearly 200% since 2003. Plus, it's not so expensive any more — so they can do it as an option for only $1,995. But we kid the Dearborn, MI-based automaker. We're happy it's an option — because that means you at least get a choice. Plus it comes with a roller blind to shield sensitive eyes on those days when the ozone layer's just not there anymore. The new 2008 Corvette? No roller blind. Ford Mustang for the win? Wow, who knew we'd ever say that on anything but a drag strip? Full Ford press release after the jump. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=332858&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt Is An Even Bigger Tease]]> Well, we're just a week away from the LA Auto Show and the big n' muscular news for the show has got to be the new 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt edition, which will be revealed there. Now we've already shown you the teaser image Ford released two weeks ago for the 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt, as well as the purported performance details and of course we showed you the spy shot taken in Northern California yesterday. Now we've got a high-res shot of the Bullitt-ridden muscle car teaser photo from two weeks ago, and we're prepared to share it with you for your desktop pleasure. You know, if you're into that kind of thing. We've got the mighty Mike Bumbeck at the drive and we're looking forward to hearing all about it in the next day or so. For the full high-res and very dark teaser photo, click here. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=319375&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2008 Ford Mustang First-Ever Convertible To Get Five-Star Crash Rating]]> The drop-top 2008 Ford Mustang just did what many have said was impossible — they became the first convertible (of any kind) to ever receive a five-star safety rating in all NHTSA NCAP tests. Who knew the Mustang was both a muscular equine stud and a safety stud? Now if only they can figure out how to get that turning thing down on the race courses and they'll be good to go. Full press release from Ford after the jump. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=307109&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[StangNet Lifts Skirt On 2008 Bullitt Mustang!]]> The deets on the 2008 Mustang Bullitt edition have already made their way to the internet by way of Mustang Evolution, the engine made it up online via StangsNet and now it would seem the sneaky-sneaks at StangNet have decided to one-up their Mustang-loving counterparts with some sneaky up-skirt spy shots of the next Mustang variant from Ford. They've caught themselves some shots of the Bullitt with the skirt lifted just high enough you can tell it's designed for the lovers of all things McQueen. They also happened upon a red 'stang that looks awfully familiar to many a reader of ours or the Popular Mechanics website — although we've all still got no idea what's under that there crimson bonnet. One more shot after the jump. More »
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