The V6 Deluxe convertible ($24,075) and V6 Premium convertible ($25,305) are equipped the same as the coupes, except they delete the split-folding rear seat and add a power folding top.
The GT Deluxe coupe ($25,840) adds to the V6 Deluxe a six-way power driver's seat, in-grille fog lamps, a rear spoiler, sport suspension, and 235/55R17 performance all-season tires on painted aluminum wheels. Its 4.6-liter overhead-cam V8 produces 300 horsepower. A five-speed manual transmission is standard; a five-speed automatic is optional ($645). The GT Premium coupe ($27,020) adds a 500-watt six-disc CD changer and Aberdeen leather-trimmed sport seats. The GT Deluxe convertible ($30,665) and GT Premium convertible ($31,845) are equipped similarly.
The 2008 Shelby GT-H coupe ($37,480) and convertible ($44,605) are being offered to the public. Their 4.6-liter V8 makes 319 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque. Additional features include unique front fascia, special hood scoop and side scoops, high-flow exhaust, performance suspension, Hurst short-throw shifter, lowered ride height, and 235/50R18 performance tires on polished aluminum wheels. The five-speed manual transmission is standard and the five-speed automatic is optional. GT-H coupes were sold to Hertz rental agencies last year. Ford said production of the 2008 GT-H will be limited to 2300 coupes and convertibles.
The Shelby GT500 comes as coupe ($41,930) and convertible ($46,755), powered by a 5.4-liter supercharged V8 developing 500 horsepower. All Shelby GT500s have a six-speed manual transmission. They have P255/45R18 front and P285/40R18 rear performance tires, Brembo front brakes, and SVT-tuned suspension. All also come with a gas-guzzler tax ($1300). The GT500 comes standard with leather upholstery.
The 2008 Shelby GT500KR features a 5.4-liter V8 rated at 540 horsepower. The GT500KR comes with a short-throw shifter, 3.73:1 gear ratio (versus the GT500's 3.31:1), a carbon-fiber hood with hood pins, and unique suspension tuning. KR stands for King of the Road. The original Shelby GT500KR was offered in 1968 and this model is a 40th anniversary edition limited to 1000 examples.
Pony Packages for V6 models give them the look and handling of a GT. The base package ($750) adds sport suspension, a custom grille with fog lamps, rear spoiler and other visual upgrades. The upgraded version ($1675) adds 17-inch painted aluminum wheels. For 2008, Ford makes 18-inch wheels ($925) available on V6 Premium coupes.
The California Special ($1895) spiffs up a Premium GT with 235/50R18 performance tires on polished aluminum wheels, side scoops, unique tape stripes, bright exhaust tips, black leather-trimmed seats with unique Cal Special contrasting Dove or Parchment inserts, a larger air intake, a deeper chin spoiler, and unique front and rear fascias. The name refers to a limited edition package offered to California Ford dealers in 1968, but this Cal Special is available nationwide. The GT Appearance Package ($245) features bright exhaust tips, an engine cover with a Pony emblem, and a hood scoop.
Option packages for Mustang include a Comfort Group ($575) with an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with compass, heated front seats, and six-way power for the front passenger seat; an Interior Upgrade Package ($460) with a leather-wrapped steering wheel, satin aluminum trim, and other goodies. Options include an active anti-theft system ($325); 1000-watt audio ($1,295); power-adjustable driver's seat for the Deluxe coupe ($365); heated front seats ($250); Bluetooth hands-free cell phone link ($395); remote engine starting ($295); Sirius satellite radio ($195); and DVD-based navigation ($1995). High-intensity discharge headlights ($525) and ambient lighting ($295) are newly available for 2008. The ambient lighting, which illuminates the front and rear footwells and front cupholders, is available in seven colors.
Safety features on all Mustangs include dual-stage front-impact airbags, torso-protecting front side airbags, tire-pressure monitor and LATCH child seat anchors. Antilock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) and traction control are standard on GTs and optional on V6 models.
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