| 2010 FR500CJ Cobra Jet Mustang |
After a successful year on the track Ford Racing just announced its plans to produce another limited run of 50 FR500CJ Mustangs in 2010. The 2010 Cobra Jet Mustang will feature the same engine configuration as the previous model but with a 25 horsepower bump. In addition to the 425hp 5.4L V8 that comes standard in the CJ, Ford will also offer an optional 475hp upgrade. Production will begin later this year with delivery to racers expected in early 2010. You can read the full press release courtesy of Ford Racing below.
The 40th Anniversary 2008 Mustang Cobra Jet more than lived up to its billing, joining its historic predecessor the original 1968 Cobra Jet in winning its inaugural race at the NHRA Winternationals in Pomona, California. Now, Ford Racing is ready to update the latest CJ, and is announcing plans to build a 2010 version of the Cobra Jet. The official announcement was made today at the National Mustang Racing Association event in Milan, Michigan.
A little more than a year ago, Ford Racing announced plans to build a modern edition of the Cobra Jet. The limited run of 50 cars sold in less than two weeks, even before the first car was built. Once again Ford Racing will produce a limited run of 50 2010 Mustang Cobra Jets, the minimum number that must be produced for NHRA competition clearance.
Exact specifications are being finalized, but the initial plan is for the 2010 FR500CJ Mustang to have a 425hp 5.4L supercharged engine from the Ford Racing Performance Parts catalog with an option to upgrade to an aluminum block 475hp engine. Likewise the 6 speed manual transmission that was available in the 2008 Cobra Jet will be standard, but an option to upgrade to 5 speed Liberty manual transmission or a race prepped automatic transmission will also be available. Other 2010 Cobra Jet upgrades include an 8.50et NHRA certified roll cage and lightweight racing brakes.
"I've said from my first day in this job that I wanted Ford Racing to continue to be a 'racer-friendly' organization," said Wolfe. "That's why we take great pride in being one of only two car companies worldwide that builds ready-to-race cars and sells them as part of our performance parts offerings."
Component testing is underway and base pricing will be less than $75,000. Production is expected to begin during the fourth quarter with delivery expected in early '10. Sportsmen racers interested in placing a pre-order for the 2010 Mustang Cobra Jet should contact their local Ford Dealership.
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2008 FR500CJ Cobra Jet Information
2008 FR500CJ Cobra Jet Pictures
2008 FR500CJ Cobra Jet Video
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