Official 2013 GT500 662hp Ford Press Release
04-28-2012, 12:29 AM
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I don't really like Ford stuff, never have actually......however, this car looks good, seems to be priced right, and sounds like a blast to drive. I don't understand why props wouldn't be given. Even I can say Ford was the only one of the big 3 to not make their pony car a big fat pig. Seems like Ford is on a roll here.
04-28-2012, 05:27 AM
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Face it guys the top dog mustang will always be better then the top dog camaro because of the vette nothing we can do about it sadly. Now the downside to the new motor combo is the pulley on the the new gt500 is so small they said we will probably have to run a bigger crank pulley instead which doesn't give much room to grow (stock blower) wise which sucks because it's not going to offer as much of a gain like the older years did but I guess that doesn't matter if you plan on buying a bigger blower. It's all good thought the f-body had a good run from 1993 until the new 5.0 came so let ford have there turn:-)
04-28-2012, 07:29 AM
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The problem with chevy is the Gov Bailout and failure to adapt and listening to it's consumers. Ford allowed an external developer to help design their cars which are typically aftermarket. Ford didn't take a bail out either.
Good on Ford for not needing it.
Good on Ford for not needing it.
Face it guys the top dog mustang will always be better then the top dog camaro because of the vette nothing we can do about it sadly. Now the downside to the new motor combo is the pulley on the the new gt500 is so small they said we will probably have to run a bigger crank pulley instead which doesn't give much room to grow (stock blower) wise which sucks because it's not going to offer as much of a gain like the older years did but I guess that doesn't matter if you plan on buying a bigger blower. It's all good thought the f-body had a good run from 1993 until the new 5.0 came so let ford have there turn:-)
04-28-2012, 09:09 AM
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Face it guys the top dog mustang will always be better then the top dog camaro because of the vette nothing we can do about it sadly. Now the downside to the new motor combo is the pulley on the the new gt500 is so small they said we will probably have to run a bigger crank pulley instead which doesn't give much room to grow (stock blower) wise which sucks because it's not going to offer as much of a gain like the older years did but I guess that doesn't matter if you plan on buying a bigger blower. It's all good thought the f-body had a good run from 1993 until the new 5.0 came so let ford have there turn:-)
Without question, the 1998-2002 V8 F-body was the pinnacle of overall F-body performance.
It didn't hurt Ford either, to have hired a German guy who really helped ramp up performance, but he recently left... I think he went to BMW, perhaps to redevelop the M series.
04-28-2012, 12:32 PM
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Keep pushing the envelope Ford! I think the performance will speak for itself, although in showroom stock form w/o DRs, the numbers will be a far cry from it's true potential.
This is good news for all enthusiasts, just the fact that the ZR1 and a hand full of super-exotics are in this thread is testament to the work Ford is accomplishing. Here's hoping GM steps up to the plate with not only a Corvette that can put this monster to sleep, but a Camaro as well!
FYI, the ZR1 is most likely my next car - waiting to see what the C7 is like, and how it affects C6 pricing. Also may wait to hear whether or not there is a ZR1 C7....
This is good news for all enthusiasts, just the fact that the ZR1 and a hand full of super-exotics are in this thread is testament to the work Ford is accomplishing. Here's hoping GM steps up to the plate with not only a Corvette that can put this monster to sleep, but a Camaro as well!
FYI, the ZR1 is most likely my next car - waiting to see what the C7 is like, and how it affects C6 pricing. Also may wait to hear whether or not there is a ZR1 C7....
04-28-2012, 11:08 PM
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i dont like any ford mod motor,derivative or evolution of that engine. or vehicle equipped with one. i will never own any mod motor vehicle ever.
but i have to say that ford has done a good job with this new car.
if anything it may drive the motivation to the gm engineers to counter with something new for the lsx world, it may bring something really cool from gm for the lsx folk. and if that new ford engine and car is good enuff to get gm back on the clock, thats good enuff for me
but i have to say that ford has done a good job with this new car.
if anything it may drive the motivation to the gm engineers to counter with something new for the lsx world, it may bring something really cool from gm for the lsx folk. and if that new ford engine and car is good enuff to get gm back on the clock, thats good enuff for me
04-29-2012, 11:31 AM
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I luv what Ford has done with the GT500, I will have a 2010-2013 in my garage sometime down the road. Major power, rear seats, looks, hugh power and made in the US, I wish they would improve the quality of the interior materials and offer a power roof, other than that its awesome. I agree as above, there is a difference between borrowing and given, add the fact that GM is not stepping to the plate to pay taxpayers back any and all shortages the taxpayers are out is an outrage. Thats fine though, they have China to focus on.
04-29-2012, 12:30 PM
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04-29-2012, 03:11 PM
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By "production" it seems clear, Ford is talking about homologated produced numbers, as directed by various racing organizations over the past 50 plus years.
Cars like the Koenigsegg don't make the grade, even if they borrow Fords engines for awhile... If the manufacturer can't even push 50 out the door in a year, this doesn't meet most standards and is typically considered a niche car whereas 2,000 easily would.
Who really cares though??? It's got MONSTROUS power and for the price, nothing touches it.
Cars like the Koenigsegg don't make the grade, even if they borrow Fords engines for awhile... If the manufacturer can't even push 50 out the door in a year, this doesn't meet most standards and is typically considered a niche car whereas 2,000 easily would.
Who really cares though??? It's got MONSTROUS power and for the price, nothing touches it.
04-30-2012, 08:11 AM
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There is only good that comes out of this. As long as Ford and GM keep trying to "one-up" each other, we all benefit. Stop arguing about who makes what and the highest HP. I just wonder what the limits are of the block Ford uses? Can this type of engine make significantly more power like and LS engine?
04-30-2012, 08:51 AM
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There is only good that comes out of this. As long as Ford and GM keep trying to "one-up" each other, we all benefit. Stop arguing about who makes what and the highest HP. I just wonder what the limits are of the block Ford uses? Can this type of engine make significantly more power like and LS engine?
yes it can and does.