They look terrific, though we're not sure they should carry down onto the rear bumper where they compete with the rear license plate. Its long hood and short rear deck capitalize on more than 40 years of pony-car heritage. While the Mustang uses a solid rear axle just like when it was introduced in 1964, it works well. All Warriors in Pink Mustangs featured a pink ribbon and Pony fender badge with pink Mustang rocker tape striping to match. This is a great opportunity to pick up one of the nastiest pieces of hardware from one of the biggest names in Blue Oval performance, all for the price of a garden-variety Mustang. From the driver's seat, all is good.
In independent crash testing, the Ford Mustang 2008 scored very well in a variety of different collision simulations. The biggest difference was that there were four different engine options for the coupe and convertible. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. Looking at the 2008 Ford Mustang, TheCarConnection. On the other hand, the 300-hp, 4.
Features abound on the model lineup for the 2008 Ford Mustang, as the car comes in four different trims as well as coupe and convertible models. Jack Roush and Fords go back a long way, and the Roush signature series Mustangs have always been special cars. Its exhaust noise can be intrusive, but only when accelerating hard, and some buyers are sure to welcome the intrusion. At the bottom of the totem pole is the V-6-powered base Mustang 2008. The regular Mustangs for 2008 went unchanged. The previous-generation 1994-2004 Mustang was built around a body shell that dated from 1979, and it was about as stiff as wet rope.
The interior is standard Mustang equipment, but in 2008, that was definitely a good thing. The car offers both a manual and an automatic 5-speed transmission with overdrive. It holds true to an idea that still appeals to people of all ages, decades after the original was launched; 44 years after it created an automotive niche, the Mustang has returned to its roots and it's better than ever. But Ford has learned something about space efficiency since then, so today's Mustang offers more front-seat hip, leg, elbow and shoulder room than any previous generation. Performance is vigorous with the V-8.
Units Affected 654695 Fallbrook Technologies may soon bring continuously variable speed superchargers for automobiles to commercial fruition. The V6 Deluxe is a stylish, sporty cruiser. We'd be inclined to pass on those. Road irregularities are less jarring than in previous generations, and the car corners more confidently. Saleen is a registered trademark of Saleen Incorporated. But the Mustang's style, available V8 power, respectable handling and affordable price more than make up for it. When the automatic gets into overdrive fifth gear, the engine goes quietly into economy mode until called upon for a lane change, a pass, or an uphill charge.
Ford used technology learned from development of the Shelby cars, and the chief engineer for the Mustang says technology gained from the development of the Bullitt will be used in the next-generation Mustang. When it comes to the 2008 Ford Mustang, you're going to need a pretty damn big stick for the top-end models. When the automatic gets into overdrive fifth gear, the engine goes quietly into economy mode until called upon for a lane change, a pass, or an uphill charge. You might be looking at this car and wondering why it's so affordable given its pedigree, and that's simply because some of the Roush body kit parts need some touch-up. The three-valve-per-cylinder V8 engine features both variable camshaft timing and electronic throttle control. These are the good old days in terms of roominess in the Mustang.
Its menacing shark-like nose is reminiscent of the 1967-70 models. It has not been wrecked or hit, so you can cross those off your list of worries, and the important stuff fits together beautifully: doors, hood, deck lid, all of it fits the way the factory intended. Roush equipment is always functional, not merely cosmetic, so the body add-ons add stability at high speeds as well as force-feeding cool air to the supercharged power plant living under the hood. To top it off, the Challenger is 57 inches in height. Driving Impressions The Mustang improves on those things that have appealed to so many different kinds of drivers for more than 40 years, and it nearly eliminates the bad traits of traditional pony cars. The Verdict All Mustangs might be retro retreads due to their throwback styling, but these retro retreads will never look old.
It seems like ages since the Mustang faced a solid contender. Unfortunately, the story gets worse for the 5. Custom engine software and a performance exhaust system add a few horsepower over earlier models, and as you'd guess, it's a thrill to slide behind the wheel. But those aren't bad things! The rear suspension uses coil springs and a lightweight three-link design with a Panhard bar to keep all motion under constant control. It delivers the bold styling, rear-drive performance and affordability that have been Mustang hallmarks for decades, but it's smoother and quieter and better built than older models. Of note, the Roush shifter for the 5-speed manual gearbox is a joy to row through the gears and Jack put his signature on various parts of the interior, just to remind you that you're driving something special built by one of the great names in Blue Oval motorsports.