The 2011 Ford Mustang GT500

The GT500 has iconic sports-car looks and the goods to back it up.

This is one hot ride.

o 5.4L SC V8 (aluminum block)-removed 100 pounds from front-end weight

§ 550 horsepower (up from 540 in 2010)

§ 510 lb.-ft of torque

o Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS)

o Slotted brake dust shields to improve brake cooling

o 19” forged aluminum wheels standard on Convertible

o Standard HID headlamps

o Glass roof

o Available HD Radio

o Blind spot exterior mirrors

o MyKey

o Fold-down rear head restraints

o Performance package

§ 3.73:1 axle

§ Unique wheels-19” x 9.5” front/ 20” x 9.5” rear

§ R-compound tires

§ Retuned front and rear springs and larger stabilizer bars

§ Retuned rear shocks

§ Decklid spoiler with unique Gurney flap

§ Unique shift knob

§ Unique stripes

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The Fuel Economy Story of the 2011 Ford Mustang

Mustang customers will appreciate new features that will help achieve more power and better fuel efficiency.  For example, V6 models equipped with the 6-speed automatic are projected to deliver class-leading V6 fuel economy with 19 city/30 highway mpg.  This is an increase of 3 city and 6 highway mpg!

Here’s a quick look at how the 2011 Mustang V6 stacks up against the competition.

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2011 Mustang Performance Package

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The new V6 Performance Package of the 2011 Ford Mustang.  Right from the factory, the new performance package will bring enhanced driving features previously only considered for the GT.

In addition to the V6s enhanced suspension, the V6 Performance Package adds these components:

• 3.31:1 rear axle ratio, for quick off-the-line acceleration
• GT suspension components (front springs, front and rear stabilizer bars) for enhanced performance feel and control
• Upgraded front and rear calipers with performance brake pads
• Strut tower brace adds to overall vehicle rigidity
• AdvanceTrac Sport mode is a unique calibration of the AdvanceTrac system, allowing for more spirited driving with AdvanceTrac still enabled
• 19-inch painted aluminum wheels and Pirelli summer compound performance tires grip the road and enhance driver control

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2010 Ford Mustang GT on closed track

Terry Reeves, one of our talented and customer focused sales consultants at Beechmont Ford, tests his 2010 Ford Mustang GT on the track at Edgewater Sport Track.

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Our Last Shelby GT500KR

We know everyone has been patiently awaiting the arrival of our last Shelby GT500KR.

Well, the wait is over!

KITT, or shall we say, our black Shelby GT500KR is now here!

The car was just delivered this morning and we are already receiving inquiries.

Call us directly at (800) 791-0998 or email our Internet Sales Manager at ism@beechmontford.com for further information or to schedule a viewing.

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