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		<title>The 2007 Ford Shelby Cobra GT500: an avant-garde Successor to the 1960â€™s legendary Shelby GT500</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:25:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>marvin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[The 2007 Ford Shelby Cobra GT500]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Carroll Shelby is one of the most celebrated innovators of the fast sports car design. Having numerous, successful Mustang-based designs such as the Shelby GT350, Shelby GT500, 427 Shelby Cobra and Dodge Viper. Most of Shelbyâ€™s super fast cars were combined with the high-performance engines of Ford. In 1967 to 1970, the production of the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="justify">Carroll Shelby is one of the most celebrated innovators of  the <strong>fast sports car</strong> design. Having numerous, successful Mustang-based designs such as the Shelby GT350, Shelby GT500, 427 Shelby Cobra and Dodge Viper. Most of Shelbyâ€™s <strong>super fast cars</strong> were combined with the high-performance engines of  Ford.</p>
<p align="justify">In 1967 to 1970, the production of the most legendary, <strong>fast sports </strong>car â€“ the Mustang Shelby  GT500 â€“<strong> </strong>became an outstanding part  of the <strong>supercar automobile</strong> history.  This <strong>hot fast car</strong> was only one of  the many Ford-Shelby projects.</p>
<p align="justify">Since 2003, the Ford Special Vehicle Team (SVT) with the blessing and design of the legendary Carroll Shelby has been integrating classic Shelby with modern upgrades to produce the <strong>fast car </strong>successor of the GT500.</p>
<p>The revival of the <strong>fast  cool car </strong>Shelby GT500 features a stronger engine in a Mustang muscle body, which delivers more torque, power and better handling complemented by a sophisticated visual force.</p>
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<p align="justify">However, with the combination of modern technology into the  GT500 <strong>new fast cars</strong>, expect a more advanced engine with a double overhead cam shifts, thirty-two valves, the classic live axle and the Eaton supercharger.</p>
<p align="justify">The 2007 Ford Shelby Cobra GT500 <strong>fast new cars </strong>will be presented in impressive striped exterior with a powerful engine under its hood. Sticking to the original GT500, the 2007 <strong>fast car</strong> version is available in both  coupe and convertible.</p>
<p align="justify">The 2007 GT500 <strong>hot  fast cars</strong> are powered by a 5.4-liter Supercharged V-8 engine that produces 500 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 480 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. These extraordinary <strong>fast cars</strong> are expected  to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in only 4.5 seconds and through 100 mph in  10.3 seconds.</p>
<p align="justify">This spectacular <strong>fast  car</strong> engine is tuned with Fordâ€™s modular engine experience. The Ford Shelby GT500 uses the distinctive Ford cast-iron engine block and a Drivetrain geared with aluminum, piston rings and bearing and four-valve cylinders, which helps in giving additional durability to the Drivetrain. The final addition to this <strong>super fast car</strong>â€™s engine is the powered SVT camshaft covers.</p>
<p align="justify">The engine is complemented by a six-speed manual gearbox. It  was particularly utilized to provide this <strong>fast  car</strong> with both a winning driving experience in either track or road  environments.</p>
<p align="justify">The Ford SVT engineers focused on improving the <strong>new fast car</strong>â€™s chassis. Enhancements include revised shocks, upgraded stabilizer bars and spring rates â€“ which assist the GT500 in stopping and turning smoothly.</p>
<p align="justify">Unlike the past Mustang Cobra, the menacing front-end design features wide upper and lower openings, geared up with a functional air splitter. The upper intake displays the renowned Cobra logo floating in the off-center. Both sides of this <strong>super  fast car </strong>include slanting headlamp openings that adds a dramatic frontal  appearance.</p>
<p>While the GT500 script is inscribed on the gas cap emblem, the Shelby classic Cobra logo is seen on both the headrest and the massive grille.</p>
<p align="justify">Inside this amazingly <strong>fast  car</strong>, lies upgraded features representing functionality and comfort. The front seats were given additional lateral support. Shelby redesigned the position of both the tachometer and speedometer to give drivers a better view of shift points.</p>
<p align="justify">The leather-upholstered interior is available in two colors â€“ Charcoal Black or Crimson Red. To finish this luxurious package are snake logos embossed in the back seats.</p>
<div>The  collaboration between Shelby and Fordâ€™s SVT on GT500 <strong>new fast cars</strong> will definitely bring in both the old and new  generation of <strong>super fast car</strong> collectors.</div>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2007 FORD SHELBY COBRA GT500  SPECIFICATIONS</span></strong></p>
<p><em>* These are preliminary  specifications subject to change.</em></p>
<p><strong>GENERAL INFO</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Price: $46,000</li>
<li>Curb Weight: 3920 lbs</li>
<li>Height: 55.7 in</li>
<li>Length: 188 in</li>
<li>Layout: Front Engine/ RWD</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>FUEL</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Capacity: 16 Gallons</li>
<li>Estimated Fuel Economy(Miles per gallon): 11 mpg</li>
<li>Type: Gas</li>
<li>Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>TRANSMISSION</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Name: T-56 6-Speed Manual</li>
<li>Speed: 6 Gears</li>
<li>Type: Manual<strong></strong></li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Engine </strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Type: Supercharged V8</li>
<li>Displacement: 330.1 Ci/ 5409 Cc</li>
<li>Horsepower: 500 HP @ 6000 RPM</li>
<li>Torque: 480 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM</li>
<li>Redline: 6250 RPM</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Performance </strong></p>
<ol>
<li>0-60 mph: 4.5 seconds</li>
<li>0-100 mph: 10.3 seconds</li>
<li>200-ft Skidpad: 0.92 g</li>
<li>Top speed: 160 mph</li>
<li>Braking (70-0 mph): 172 ft</li>
<li>Slalom Speed: N/A</li>
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		<title>The 2006 Ford Reflex: Sporty. Small. Innovative.</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:23:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>marvin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[The 2006 Ford Reflex]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[With the unveiling of the sporty Ford Reflex Concept, the true American manufacturer has broadened the supercar automobile marketplace by presenting a small fast car that has it all. Ford has proven that even the smallest fast cars can be bold and innovative. This new fast car is integrated with innovative technological features including solar [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="justify">With the unveiling of the sporty Ford Reflex Concept, the  true American manufacturer has broadened the <strong>supercar automobile</strong> marketplace by presenting a small <strong>fast car</strong> that has it all. Ford has  proven that even the smallest <strong>fast cars</strong> can be bold and innovative.</p>
<p align="justify">This <strong>new fast car</strong> is integrated with innovative technological features including solar panels, a flexible interior made of regenerated and synthetic materials, advanced rear safety belts and the sophisticated diesel-electric hybrid engine complemented by the new-generation lithium-ion batteries, which are responsible in delivering up to 65 miles per gallon.</p>
<p align="justify">This <strong>super fast car</strong> was developed by Fordâ€™s concept of manufacturing daring American designs regardless of its size. The Ford Reflex represents Fordâ€™s gearing up to the next generation of <strong>hot fast cars</strong>.</p>
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<p align="justify">The 2006 Reflex <strong>fast  cool cars</strong> are presented with a three-bar grill made entirely of  hand-polished, high-strength extruded aluminum. This <strong>fast car</strong>â€™s shoulder lines flow upwards to form a B-pillar and backs  down to the wheel arch.</p>
<p align="justify">The Reflex <strong>new fast  cars</strong> display numerous impressive features. These include the reverse butterfly doors, self-powered solar roof fans, aggressive alloy-polished 20-inch wheels, low-roll resistance Michelin tire design and the low-voltage circuitry that are exposed beneath the rear hatch and glass roof.</p>
<p align="justify">Powered with a 1.4-liter Inline-4 engine with hybrid assist,  Fordâ€™s <strong>fast new cars</strong> can produce 155  horsepower at 6000 rpm and 129 ft-lb of torque at 4000 rpm.</p>
<p align="justify">The interior was designed with a two-plus-one backseat  configuration to offer space efficiency on the lightweight <strong>fast car</strong>.</p>
<p align="justify">The 2006 Reflex includes transparent mesh seat covers in red  and robotic white colors and a keyless activation cockpit.</p>
<p align="justify">Latest technology upgrades are integrated in the Reflex <strong>new fast cars. </strong>These include the six-speed semi-automatic transmission, an automatically powered love seat (making the back two-seater into one) and touch screen system, which trims down driver distraction.</p>
<p align="justify">Modern safety features are presented in the Reflex <strong>fast cool car, </strong>including side air curtains, child-safety seat, baby cam, BeltMinder technology for backseat passenger and the inflatable safety belts.</p>
<p align="justify">The impressive BeltMinder reminds the driver when any backseat occupant are not buckled up. This innovative feature reduces the risks of secondary occupants.</p>
<p align="justify">As a noise preventive, the Reflex <strong>fast cars</strong> are equipped with ground rubber called the Nike Grind, which are from scrap athletic shoes, in order to reduce vibration as well as overall noise.</p>
<div>When the Reflex fast cars debuted, Ford literally announced that their conceptual future is presently being manufactured. With an eco-friendly, lightweight, funky fast car, the Reflex Concept is truly one of a kind.</div>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2006  FORD REFLEX SPECIFICATIONS</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>GENERAL  INFO</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Price: N/A</li>
<li>Curb Weight: N/A</li>
<li>Width: 70.3 in</li>
<li>Length: 155.8 in</li>
<li>Layout: Front Engine/ AWD</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>FUEL</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Capacity: N/A</li>
<li>Estimated Fuel Economy(Miles per gallon): 65 mpg</li>
<li>Type: N/A</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>TRANSMISSION</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Name: 6-speed Manual</li>
<li>Speed: 6 Gears</li>
<li>Type: Manual with Select Shift<strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Engine </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Type: 1.4L I4 with hybrid assist</li>
<li>Displacement: 85.4 Ci/ 1399.7 Cc</li>
<li>Horsepower: 155 HP @ 6000 RPM</li>
<li>Torque: 129 ft-lbs @ 4000 RPM</li>
<li>Redline: N/A</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Performance </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>0-60 mph: 7 seconds</li>
<li>0-100 mph: N/A</li>
<li>200-ft Skidpad: N/A</li>
<li>Top speed: N/A</li>
<li>Braking (60-0 mph): N/A</li>
<li>Slalom Speed: N/A</li>
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