shelby gt 500 manufacturing and what modifications are done?
2007-11-20 02:42:27 · 7 answers · asked by David A 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
They are built in Flatrock Michigan at the Mustang assembly plant.
It is not really 'modifications' that are done, since it comes right off the assembly. It has a different powertrain than the regular Mustang (4.0 V6) and the Mustang GT (4/6 V8)
It has a supercharged 5.4 V8 w/ intercooler.
(this is gonna be a long answer... LOL!)
***** COPY (from my ordering guide)*****
The all new, 2008 Shelby GT500 Coupe and Convertible feature an exterior and interior appearance designed to
maintain its leadership in the Sports Car segment. Additionally, with the increased performance provided by the
supercharged and intercooled 5.4L V8 and the SVT-tuned suspension, the 2008 Shelby GT500 delivers the highest
performance Mustang ever produced.
The following equipment is standard as indicated:
Shelby GT500
Powertrain/Functional
• Axle – modified 8.8" live axle w/3.31:1 gear ratio & limited slip differential
• Brakes – power 4-wheel disc with ABS & Traction Control (Brembo Front Rotors and Calipers)
• Engine – supercharged 5.4L 4V V8 w/intercooler
• Rear window defroster
• Remote keyless entry
• Speed control – steering wheel-mounted
• Suspension – SVT-tuned front & rear w/unique dampers & springs for Coupe & Convertible
• Transmission – Tremec 6-speed manual
Exterior
• Badging – unique to GT500
• Convertible top – black cloth (NA on Coupe)
• Exhaust – tuned stainless steel dual "X" pipe design
• Fascia – unique color keyed front & rear
• Fog lamps – front
• Grilles – unique upper & lower
• Headlamps – complex reflector halogen w/integral park/turn lamps
• Hood – unique w/functional air extractors
• Mirrors – dual power side-mounted
• Spoiler – unique color-keyed rear decklid spoiler
• Tire Inflation Kit – No spare tire available w/vehicle
• Tires
– Front – P255/45ZR18 performance
– Rear – P285/40ZR18 performance
• Trim
– "GT500" side stripes (Coupe/Convertible)
– Over-the-top "Racing Stripes" (Coupe)
• Wheels – unique GT500 18"x9.5" bright machined aluminum w/SVT center caps
Interior
• Air conditioning – manual
• Audio – Shaker 500 Audio System (AM/FM stereo w/CDx6, 6-speakers &MP3)
• Console – center w/full armrest & storage
• Cupholders (2)
• Door trim inserts – soft vinyl
• Floor mats – front, color keyed w/driver retention hook
• Instrument cluster – (6) gauge (incl. boost gauge & message center) with transposed tachometer and speedometer
(relative to Mustang GT) and SVT graphics
• Instrument panel appliqués – aluminum w/unique finish
• Lamps – header mounted dome lamp
• Map pockets – front door
• My Color – 125 color interior lighting
• Power points (2)
• Scuff plate w/bright "SVT" script insert
• Seats – unique sport bucket – leather seating surfaces w/cobra logo
• Shift knob – unique w/leather shift boot & parking brake handle
• Steering wheel – leather-wrapped w/unique thumb pads, tilt, and red stitching
• Window/door locks – power
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT:
GT500 PREMIUM INTERIOR TRIM PACKAGE
(68S)
Availability:
• Optional for Coupe and Convertible
Includes:
• Wrapped and stitched instrument panel brow and
center console w/upgraded door armrest w/stitching
• Electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass
• Aluminum pedal covers
Options Available:
• Touch Screen DVD Based Navigation (58X)
• HID Headlamps (51H)
• Ambient Lighting (95M
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Performance:(copied from svt website)
Just as the big-block GT500 from 1968 was a step up from the GT350, the 2008 Ford Shelby GT500’s 5.4-liter V-8 is a step up from the 4.6-liter V-8 used in Mustang GT – and even the landmark powertrain used in the last SVT Mustang Cobra. Not coincidentally, the new Shelby GT500 sports the largest-displacement engine installed in a volume version of the Mustang since 1973.
While the 5.4-liter V-8 block, dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder contribute significantly to horsepower capability of the GT500, adding a supercharger and intercooler are the icing on the cake. In fact, the configuration is similar to the Ford GT supercar, offering the right combination of classic Ford big-block power and modern technology. Using the Ford GT as a blueprint, SVT engineers gave the GT500 more total horsepower than any factory Mustang in the car’s celebrated history: 500!
SUPERCHARGED PERFORMANCE
Using the stout, cast-iron, 5.4-liter Triton V-8 as a starting point, the Shelby GT500 employs a Roots-type 8.5-pounds-per-square-inch Eaton supercharger and water-to-air intercooler to help it produce a broad torque band on its way to making a satisfying 480 foot-pounds.
For more info please see :
http://www.svt.ford.com
(turn up your speakers)
Enjoy!
2007-11-23 16:56:07 · answer #1 · answered by Vicky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The new mustangs are being produced by AutoAlliance International (A joint venture between Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor Company) in Flat Rock, Michigan.
The Shelby will have carbon composite hood scoops, hood pins, lower front air dam, Brembo brakes with cooling ducts, Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack (which includes a supercharger) and specialized racing stripes and Carroll Shelby's signature embroidered in the seats, as well as a 40th anniversary logo.
2007-11-20 04:27:34 · answer #2 · answered by Zach 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In all probability the car was junked in the 60's because Morrison crashed the car in a street accident and walked away from it. But Chris Mixon thinks it may have been saved and is trying to find "The Blue Lady" see The Doors Examiner article below.
2016-04-05 00:07:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, i dont know about all the parts, but most are American made, as well as some in Canada, no communist chinese parts.
I have know idea of the mazda connection with the gt-500, but i know this, mazda is a wholly owned subsidary of Ford Moter Company . :)
2007-11-21 19:51:12 · answer #4 · answered by terrapin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well since its a Ford I would hope that its madein America, but for some reason this seems like a trick question... I know that Fords are made in America, but that the parts of the cars/trucks are made in China or something.
I only drive Chevy's. My husband is a union Carpenter and we only drive cars & trucks made in America... GOD BLESS AMERICA
2007-11-20 02:46:06 · answer #5 · answered by ••○ PitBuLL ○•• 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
at the car factory
2007-11-20 04:07:02 · answer #6 · answered by jim1 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
MY GUESS WOULD BE DETROIT
ACTUALLY ITS FLAT ROCK, MICHIGAN
2007-11-20 02:45:45 · answer #7 · answered by Jim H 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋