MRT unveils its SEMA Mustang
The SEMA show is all about aftermarket suppliers, right? And it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that
one of this year's favorite showcase cars for these independent companies will be the instantly popular new-generation
Ford Mustang. Sure, Roush and Saleen make complete, re-engineered specialty cars from the Mustang platform, but there
is a thriving network of less well-known companies specializing in aftermarket support for Mustang enthusiasts. One of
these companies is Michigan-based Mustang Racing Technologies.
The "Cherry 6T6" is the latest in MRT's line of Mustang show cars for SEMA. This year's car is a nicely tricked out
convertible, featuring a full-spectrum of off-the-shelf parts and accessories for the new-generation Mustang.
The car is powered by a twin-turbo version of Fords 4-liter V6, delivering a stout 300 hp at the rear wheels. The interior includes stock seats reskinned with a Sparco leather kit, and a 6-monitor audio/video system. Chassis mods include an adjustable H&R coilover kit, new brakes, and 20-inch Foose wheels wrapped in Pirelli PZero rim protectors. Lots of pictures of the build-up and specs at MRTs website.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
James Caldwell 10:50PM (12/18/2005)
Why doesn't MRT give any credit to the crew at Washtenaw Community College who did the custom paintjob on the car?
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Mark MacLeod 10:50PM (12/18/2005)
I'm not really sure about the usefulness of taking the time and incurring the expense of turbocharging the six cylinder to achieve only a marginal increase in power from what a stock GT can deliver.
I would guess (although I could be wrong) that you can get a stock GT to deliver 300 HP at the wheels for cheaper (including the cost of the GT package).
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Stuart Waterman 10:50PM (12/18/2005)
James, They do give credit for the paint work to the college crew - I'm not sure exactly where, but it's on their site somewhere. I was just trying to keep our post from running too long, or it would have been here. IIRC, it's "black cherry" - PPG custom candy apple red over gold, by the same Washtenaw College crew that did the SEMA '70 Chevelle we posted on last week.
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Dave W. 10:50PM (12/18/2005)
I Updated a big "Thank you" to all parties involved.!! Nice Job Guys.
Here is the build up.
http://www.mrt-direct.com/photogallery/SEMA2005/Build.htm
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ALS 10:50PM (12/18/2005)
The reason for the 6 boosted is so Ford can get past the enviro nazi's (CAFE)
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