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  1. fladriver

    Letter From Ford/Magazines

    I sent a letter to Ford along with a full package of photos of the rusted axle on my 2010 GT500. Here is the response I received from Ford. I have forwarded Ford's response along with the photos to Edmunds, Consumer Reports, car and Driver Magazine, Motor trend, Mustang News and everyone else. I...
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    Underside rust on my new 2010 GT500

    This is what the underside of my new 2010 GT500 looked like after we trailered it home. the car had 34 miles on two weeks ago when I took these pictures. The rust is much worse than what was on my 2009. It is really hard to believe that Ford would let their flagship $50,000 car go out in this...
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    How Widespread is this problem

    Guys, I am trying to determine how widespread this problem is. The problem with bad paint at the fender/bumper joint is very common on the 2010 GT500, it just varies by degree how bad it is. When I first observed the problem on mine it looked like a piece of paper or plastic was stuck in...
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    2010 GT Clone

    I found a 2010 GT AC vent trim ring on my GT500. Apparently it was a factory assembly error. The one on the drivers side is a brushed finish while the one on the right side is a chrome finish. Steve
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    Got her Home

    Eleven hour round trip from Panama City Fla to Macon Ga. Got up at 3:30 AM and left town at 5:00 AM after meeting up with two of my buddies from our Mustang Club. There is no comparison between my 2010 and the 2009 that I had. Interior is much nicer with added touches as controls on the...
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    2010 GT500 vs Camaro and Challenger

    2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT500 Comparison Test on Inside Line
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    Window Stickers for GT500s

    Several of us finally had our window stickers pop up this morning. The cars will be finished next week and ready to ship. We will be getting our cars between 8/20 and 8/24. Man we are a happy bunch of guys.:nice: Here is mine that came up around 10:30 this morning...
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    2010 GB GT500 at local Dealer

    If anyone is looking for a 2010 GT500 right now there is one sitting on the ground here in Panama City Fla. I have a Torch Red on order with HIDs, the car they have at the dealership is a Grabber Blue without HIDs. The sticker on the car is $48,175. I did not buy mine from this dealer, mine...
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    2010 GT500 Dyno..The Beast

    Defying Dyno Expectations In The 2010 Shelby GT500 | Straightline Blog on Edmunds' Inside Line
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    2010 GT500s Have Started Shipping

    Just shipped - Team Shelby On its way - Team Shelby
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    Question on HID Headlamps

    I just found out that the HID option has been delayed. Does anyone know if the shape of the front headlamps remains the same (circular) with or without the HID or will they look like the old 2009 without them. Here are some pictures 2010 lamps is one of these HID and the other the old style...
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    Ordered a 2010 GT500 Friday

    Friday I got to see a 2010 Red GT in person and thought the rear end on the car looked very good in that color. It is much better in person to me than it was in photos. It is much improved from the side and quarter views. So................I went ahead and placed my order for a 2010 Shelby...
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    New 400 HP Engine for 2010 GT at mid-year

    Looks like the GT will be getting anew engine around mid-year, the article talks about 2010. Ford exec confirms new ‘Coyote’ V8 Return of the 5.0: Ford Exec confirms 400 hp 'Coyote' V8 coming in 2010
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    2010 Rear End Poll

    Guys, I have listed my 2009 GT500 for sale and was planning on buying a 2010 GT500 as soon as I can. Now I am starting to 2nd guess that decision because I just cannot get past the rear end. I love the new interior, the front is OK and I love the engine upgrade. I just cannot bring myself to...
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    Good U-Tube Video of 2010

    YouTube - 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 First Drive
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    Day at the Track

    Our Mustang Club spent the day at the track and really had a great time. Thought you guys would enjoy some pictures. One is off Ed's Bullitt beating a SS Chevelle. Ed turned a 8.9 in the 1/8 mile to beat him. All of our guys ran really well.:nice: Fla Driver
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    Visited with my Dealer Friday

    Stopped by to chat with the sales manager at my local Ford dealership Friday to see if there was any new news on the Shelby GT500. Still says I am on top of the list and he expects to receive three for sure and maybe four. I have bought several cars from him and always paid cash. He knows I...