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2010 Shelby GT500 | More Horsepower! More Refinement!
The new 2010 Ford Shelby® GT500 delivers the most power and refinement ever for a Ford SVT-tuned performance Mustang – and a few surprises, too.
The 2010 Shelby GT500 delivers more horsepower and more torque than the outgoing model, in part due to advancements pioneered on the GT500KR. The Shelby’s open-element air induction system features a conical air filter instead of a flat-panel closed system to reduce air restriction. A cold-air intake feeds the coolest air possible directly into the air box, helping further increase horsepower.
The Shelby’s distinct sounds will be apparent as always, though with new refinements, due to the work of the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) team. Driving dynamics also are improved, thanks to SVT’s signature chassis tuning as well as new 19-inch Goodyear F1 Supercar tires and forged aluminium wheels on the 2010 Shelby GT500 coupe and 18s on the convertible.
Another obvious difference for the Shelby is the addition of racing stripes, which also will now be available on the convertible. Rounding out the Shelby’s exterior modifications are the unique signature coiled Cobra badges on the front grille and front fenders, a more aggressive front splitter and lower-drag rear spoiler, which added to improved aerodynamic features. |
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2010 Shelby GT500 | Interior
The base 2010 Mustang received a powerful new interior design. For the GT500, the interior design team members challenged themselves to raise the bar even higher to create the ultimate Shelby Mustang interior.
Using genuine materials such as real leather in all seats, real aluminium on the instrument panel and Alcantara inserts on the seats and steering wheel gave the appearance a precisely crafted, jewel-like yet functional feel.
The genuine aluminium finish panels have a unique-to-GT500 three-dimensional dimpled texture pattern inspired by racing clutch plates, braided hoses and cross-drilled racing brake rotors. The pattern has been painstakingly tuned to compensate for the compound curvature of the instrument panels. In addition, the 'GT500' logo has been discretely engraved into the aluminium in front of the passenger as a nod to classic Shelby Mustangs of the 1960s.
This unique aluminium finish panel is fully encapsulated by an exquisite soft seamless TPO (Thermoplastic Olefin) instrument panel with a shape that resonates with Mustang’s powerful heritage. The center stack flows into the console and features a sub-flush shifter trim ring, flush cup holder door and lockable console stowage featuring the word 'SHELBY' engraved in its Satin Liquid Chrome release button.
The 2010 Shelby GT500 features bright 360-degree rings surrounding the gauge cluster, uninterrupted by the steering column. These rings will come in chrome for the Mustang and a Satin Liquid Chrome finish for the GT500. This finish is featured throughout the interior. An intricate cobra is etched into the center of the aluminium steering wheel badge. The Shelby Cobra appears at startup on the navigation screen, and the familiar red 'SVT' logo utilizes new ambient lighting to illuminate the door scuffplate.
Shaker Audio Systems
The optional 1,000-watt Shaker Audio System includes 10 premium Audiophile® speakers with four subwoofers - two door-mounted and dual 500-watt thumpers in the trunk - and a six-disc, in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability. The available Shaker 500 includes two door-mounted subwoofers, eight speakers and a six-disc, in-dash CD changer with MP3 capability. This 500-watt system is standardon the 2010 GT500. |
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2010 Shelby GT500 | Technology
Ford SYNC® with More Features
The voice-activated hands-free in-car communication and entertainment system developed by Ford and Microsoft. The system fully integrates most Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones and digital media players, providing hands-free mobile phone and music selection capabilities
Voice-Activated Navigation
The Navigation System with SIRIUS Travel Link™ integrates several functions and displays them on an easy-to-use 8-inch, touch-screen display*. Features include voice-recognition destination entry, climate control and SIRIUS Satellite Radio. What’s more, the navigation system’s text-to-speech function conveniently calls out street names while the driver’s en route to a destination. The integrated DVD player is capable of reading CD-Audio, MP3 CDs, DVD, DVD-Audio and DVD-ROM (for digital map updates). A 10 gigabyte music jukebox function stores more than 150 hours of music. The screen can even be customized with personal photos.
Dual-Zone Temperature Control
Convenient Dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) is available to allow the driver and front passenger to set individual temperatures for complete comfort.
Capless Fuel Filler System
With the new Mustang Easy Fuel™ Capless Fuel Filler System, fill-ups are quick and easy while eliminating the potential to drive with a missing or improperly installed gas cap. The industry-exclusive feature also helps to reduce smog-forming evaporative emissions. When fueling is completed and the fuel pump nozzle is removed, the system automatically seals shut.
Ambient Lighting System with MyColor™
This allows drivers to customise the interior lighting of the vehicle to suit their mood. The enhanced MyColor system features seven base colors – ice blue, purple, blue, orange, red, white and green. Customers also can create 125 custom colors by mixing the red-green-blue palette.
Heated Seats
Enjoy the warm comfort of heated seats inside the front row of the 2010 Mustang with the optional Comfort Package. Each seat offers two levels of switch-selected heat. Available on V6 Premium and GT Premium.
AdvanceTrac® ESC
The 2010 GT500 comes standard with anti-lock brakes and AdvanceTrac® electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes to give you more confidence and control behind the wheel under slippery road conditions. AdvanceTrac uses sensors to detect and measure yaw, or side-to-side skidding conditions, by monitoring the vehicle’s speed, throttle position and steering wheel angle. When AdvanceTrac senses wheel slippage, it reduces engine torque and applies the brakes as needed. AdvanceTrac can be run on or off with the V6 engine. In the GT Premium, AdvanceTrac can be run in on, off or Sport mode, which allows drivers to push it more while still retaining control. |
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2010 Shelby GT500 | Features, Options & Packages
| 2010 Shelby GT500 - Standard Features |
Mechanical:
5.4L DOHC V8 engine with 403kw @ 6000rpm and 691nm of torque @ 4500rpm - 6-speed manual transmission - 9.0psi boost - 3.55:1 gear ratio with limited slip differential - Forged steel crankshaft and conrods - Brembo 356mm (14") vented front rotors and 4-piston calipers - 300mm (11.8") vented rear rotors with 2-piston calipers - SVT-tuned suspension with unique shocks and srpings - Tuned stainless steel X-pipe exhaust - 4-channel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Traction Control
Safety/Security:
Personal Safety System with dual-stage front airbags - AdvanceTrac electronic stability control - Belt-Minder front safety belt reminder - Front seat side airbags - Illuminated entry - LATCH (Lower anchors and tether anchors for child-safety seats) - Safety belt restraint system (manual 3-point shoulder and lap safety belt system for all seating positions) - SecuriLock passive anti-theft ignition system - Side-intrusion door beams - SOS Post-Crash Alert System - Tyre pressure monitoring system (excludes spare)
Interior:
Ford SYNC voice-activated communications and entertainment system - 6-way power driver seat with power lumbar - Leather-trimmed sport buckets with racing stripe and Alcantara trim - 6-gauge instrument cluster with MyColor illumination - Ambient lighting - Cruise control - Leather-wrapped steering wheel with Alcantara trim - Message centre with compass - Power door locks and windows with one touch up/down - Shaker 500 Audio System with AM/FM stereo, 6-disc in-dash CD changer, 8 speakers, MP3 capability and 500 watt
Exterior:
19" x 9.5" premium painted-aluminium wheels (coupe) - 18" x 9.5" bright machined-aluminium wheels (convertible) - GT500 badging - GT500 side rocker stripes - LeMans racing stripes - Power dome hood with heat extractor - Tyre mobility kit - Unique rear spoiler |
| 2010 Shelby GT500 - Options |
HID headlamps
Shaker 1000 Audio System with AM/FM stereo, 6-disc in-dash CH changer, 10 speakers, MP3 capability and 1000 watts |
| 2010 Shelby GT500 - Packages |
Electronics Package:
includes Dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC) and hard-drive based, voice-activated Navigation System, featuring approx. 10gb of digital storage for pictures and music; include AM/FM stereo/single-CD/DVD and MP3 capability).
GT500 Accessory Package:
includes vehicle cover with Cobra logo
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