Autoblog ROUSH http://www.autoblog.com Autoblog ROUSH http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/favicon-v5.png Autoblog http://www.autoblog.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/ Dan Roth, Zach Bowman and Jeff RossThe podcast by the people who obsessively cover the auto industry. <![CDATA[First to the Punch: Roush unveils 2010 427R Mustang]]> http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/18/first-to-the-punch-roush-unveils-2010-427r-mustang/ http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/18/first-to-the-punch-roush-unveils-2010-427r-mustang/ http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/18/first-to-the-punch-roush-unveils-2010-427r-mustang/#comments Filed under: , , , ,


2010 Roush 427R Mustang - Click above for image gallery

If you're the type of person who loves every new Ford Mustang variation that hits the market, then this is what you've finally been waiting for. If you're the type who can't stand it, well, deal with it. Today, Roush is the first to dip its toe into into what will doubtlessly be a very crowded pool of tuner Mustangs with the introduction of its 2010 427R Mustang at its Livonia, MI assembly plant.

Like the standard 2010 Mustang, don't expect drastic changes underneath - the meat-and-potatoes of Roush Mustangs over the past few years are all there but now with a fresh new face. Under the hood, the Blue Oval's V8 has been supercharged to produce 435 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque, and it now features a more efficient intake system and improved cooling.

The appearance package is relatively subtle (if you can call side stripes "subtle") and includes a new front fascia, front splitter, rear fascia, side sills, a three-piece rear wing and 18-inch wheels (20-inchers are optional). Roush has also spent countless hours tuning the suspension system, which consists of new springs, shocks and sway bars, although we can't imagine Ford's own setup being improved upon too much. Roush will have to send us a 427R to test so can find out for ourselves.

Finally, all the little details that come with a limited edition production car are all there - fender badges, rear decklid emblem, aluminum pedals, embroidered floor mats and a serialized engine bay plaque. In addition to the standard features, customers can also choose from numerous upgrades including reupholstered leather seats, short-throw shifter, performance exhaust, and more. More details after the jump, and a low-res gallery is below (we hope to update with more higher-quality images as soon as they become available).


Gallery: 2010 Roush 427R Mustang


[Source: Roush]

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LPG has come to the masses massive, with ROUSH introducing a conversion for the Ford F-250. The changes are minimal: fuel tank and pump, stainless steel fuel lines, aluminum fuel rails and PCM calibration. They'll mean cheaper running costs but no loss of horsepower, torque or towing capacity. Depending on which conversion you choose, though, you could lose bed capacity: an under bed tank provides a 250-mile range, or a 62-gallon tank that goes in the bed means 500 miles of running.

The conversion costs $7,995, but you get a federal tax credit of $5,000 and some states offer additional credits. It can be purchased as a kit for home fitment or as a ROUSH-built vehicle. Both options carry a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty. Ordering is open as of January 26 and deliveries are expected in the fall of this year. If you're interested in a medium-duty liquid gas burner, you can check out the exhaustive press release after the jump.

[Source: ROUSH]

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Click above for a higher resolution image of the ROUSH P-51B Mustang

ROUSH wowed us last year at SEMA with the P-51A, an aviation-themed Mustang that combined Jack Roush's two favorite things: planes and cars. Customers apparently like the car too, because the initial production run of 51 was bumped up by 100 to accommodate the additional interest. The P-51 is back for a another year, now with a 'B' designation, along with a few new features to differentiate it from the previous model.

ROUSH has upgraded the 14-inch front brakes to include six-piston calipers, and the wheels are now painted in black chrome and wrapped with Cooper RS3 high performance tires. Inside, ROUSH has added one of their vent pod gauges to show boost levels. The rest of the P-51 remains relatively the same, including the 510 horsepower supercharged V8, full ROUSH suspension, and fighter plane design scheme. Full details are in the carefully worded press release after the jump, and we'll try and get the guys over at ROUSH to send some more photos.

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ROUSH announces P-51B Mustang for 2009 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click above for high-res gallery of the Mountune Ford Focus ST

After driving the hot Focus ST at Ford's Lommel Proving Grounds, we returned with a big smile on our faces... and an eager anticipation for the upcoming Focus RS. British customers are also anxiously awaiting the even hotter hatch, and Ford's Team RS knows it. That's why they've teamed up with ROUSH's British subsidiary Mountune again to offer a dealer-installed package to pump up the existing ST, JUST like the one they rolled out earlier this year for the smaller Fiesta ST, and also while the orders roll in for the full-fat Focus RS.

The package includes a bigger intercooler, high-flow air filter and recalibrated ECU, all good for an additional 34 hp to boost output from 225 PS (222 hp) to 260 PS (256 hp). The extra power promises to drop the 0-60 sprint down to a scant 5.9 seconds and on to 100 in just 14.1 seconds. The best part for British enthusiasts is that the £1,120 package can be installed to any new or used Focus ST at a range of dealerships across the Isles. Ford and Mountune promise an accompanying suspension package in the near future and further mods for additional Ford models before the year's through. Follow the jump for the press release and check out the images in the gallery below.

Gallery: Mountune Ford Focus ST


Gallery: First Drive: 2008 Ford Focus ST


[Source: Ford]

Continue reading Ain't No Mountune High Enough: dealer-installed performance kit for Ford Focus ST

Ain't No Mountune High Enough: dealer-installed performance kit for Ford Focus ST originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click above for a hi-res gallery of the Viper ACR

While sales of the Dodge Viper may be down, Chrysler President Jim Press insists that buyers have been lining up to buy the entire operation. Among those potentially interested are American powerhouses Roush and Saleen. The latter, it's worth noting, is already involved in making the Viper, painting the cars off the assembly line. Whatever company ends up buying the Viper operation, Chrysler expects to make anywhere from $50 million to three times that before it vacates its Conner Avenue plant by the end of 2011, and has hired financial firm Lazard Limited to handle the sale.

Potentially of equal interest will be the opportunity, as Press sees it, to expand the Viper line-up. We're not sure what else you could make on the V10 sportscar platform, considering that convertible, coupe and hard-core track-day versions are already in line-up. But we'd sure be interested to find out.

Gallery: First Drive: 2008 Dodge Viper ACR


Gallery: Review: 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10


[Source: Car and Driver]

Saleen, Roush potential buyers for expandable Viper range originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Sep 2008 12:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NHRA Stock Car drag racing has generally been reserved for vehicles with factory-spec powertrains, but for the first time the rule book is allowing vehicles with aftermarket parts to compete. Two versions of the ROUSH's supercharged powertrains -- the 430 horsepower V8 from the Stage 3 Mustang and the 510 horsepower V8 from the P-51A -- have been approved to race in the Stock and SuperStock classes. The Haas, Carrothers & Wagner Racing team has already lined up to race a ROUSH Mustang and is currently building the car around the Stage 3 powertrain. Follow the jump for the press release from ROUSH.

Gallery: ROUSH P-51A Mustang

[Source: ROUSH]

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ROUSH Mustangs approved for NHRA competition originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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ROUSH announced the Stage3 Blackjack Mustang back in 2006, and in 2007 said it would make 100 of them. New Yorker Drew Conner bought Blackjack number two, spending almost $59,000 for his slice of limited edition Mustang pie. Only the glossy black 'Stang wasn't so limited after all: according to a lawsuit Connor filed in New York, Ford and ROUSH made another 100 Blackjacks in 2008.

Both Ford and ROUSH are named in the suit, and Connor has been joined by "at least 100" other Blackjack buyers. The plaintiffs' complaint is, of course, that the Blackjack's "value from scarcity and as collectors' items were and are dramatically less than the buyers had been led to believe their value would be."

But to make everything all better, the plaintiffs are asking for class action status, a jury trial, and... ahem... more than $12 million. That sounds like a lot, but say there were just 100 plaintiffs, that would be $120,000 per person, and would get them their money back plus a 100-percent premium for being misled... which might sound more reasonable. Or not. For the moment, both Ford and ROUSH have no comment on the litigation. Thanks for the tip, iOrange!

UPDATE: One point of clarification that's been bothering us is why Ford has been included in this lawsuit. All it did was build the Mustangs then sold them to ROUSH, which developed, manufactured and distributed the run of limited-edition Blackjack Mustangs.

[Source: Reuters]

ROUSH and Ford sued for making too many Blackjack Mustangs originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We got our first peak at ROUSH's new TVS2300 supercharger system under the hood of the P-51A Mustang last year at SEMA, and we knew it was only a matter of time before they put it on sale as a separate kit. Available in several versions, the upgraded ROUSHcharger can be purchased as a complete kit with all the accessories or as a replacement kit for those with an existing ROUSHcharger system. Depending on its calibration, the upgraded supercharger can produce up to 700 horsepower from the Mustang's 4.6-liter V8. A warrantied version version with a ROUSH-assembled shortblock will be available shortly. Full details can be found in the press release from ROUSH after the jump.

[Source: Roush]

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ROUSH delivers up to 700-hp with new supercharger for Mustang GT originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click above for a high-res gallery of the Roush 437R Trak Pak Mustang.

We've driven our fair share of Mustangs, but it's a rare occasion that we get to drive one at the track. That's part of the reason why we made the seven hour trek from Southern California to Thunderhill Raceway in Willows, CA, to get behind the wheel of Roush's new 427R Trak Pak Mustang. What's so special about the Trak Pak? For starters, it's got a supercharged V8 packing 435 horsepower and an abundance of race-ready items like an adjustable suspension, carbon fiber wing, and 14-inch brakes that all make it ideal for the weekend warrior who wants his vehicle to handle the daily grind and track-day floggings. With only 100 being built, this may be one of the few opportunities to see one in the sheetmetal, let alone to drive it on the track. While inclement weather the night before threatened to ruin the trip, we were blessed with a rain-free day, allowing us to explore the limits of the Trak Pak'd 427R. Follow the jump to read our impressions.

Gallery: 2008 Roush 427R Trak Pak

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Continue reading Track Test: 2008 Roush 427R Trak Pak Mustang

Track Test: 2008 Roush 427R Trak Pak Mustang originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click above to view high-res gallery of the ROUSH trainer

We wind up behind horse's asses every day on the interstate, but ROUSH has developed a vehicle with a rear-mounted cabin for the express purpose of towing a crew of three around while staring at the business end of an actual Equus caballus. ROUSH Technologies is more than just mechanical Mustangs, and the company has proved it by developing an equine training vehicle for Kurt Systems, a Turkish racehorse and camel training equipment company. The vehicle has an open front stall where the animal can run, and a rear mounted cabin that allows a driver, a veterinarian and a trainer to keep a keen eye on vital signs. The suspension is partially F-150 based, while power is provided by Volvo's 2.4-liter five-cylinder engine hooked up to an automatic transmission and driving through some reduction hardware. The vehicle will start serial production soon; in an odd sort of irony, ROUSH is even further tied to fast horses now. Press release after the jump.

Gallery: ROUSH Horse Trainer


[Source: ROUSH]

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ROUSH develops vehicle to increase horse power originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click above for more pics of the ROUSH RTC Mustang

This morning we were patiently awaiting our daily news regarding a new version of the Mustang, and ROUSH came through by sending us a sneak peak of its new RTC Mustang that will be officially unveiled this weekend at the National Mustang Show in Dublin, OH. There's no press release available, but from what we can gather it's a coupe version of the aesthetically-pleasing ROUSH Speedster. Standard equipment includes a special red and black two-tone paint scheme, a 4-piece body kit, upgraded suspension, 20-inch wheels, and more. A supercharger, 14-inch brakes, and a short-throw shifter can also be installed as options. A complete list of features for the RTC package can be found after the jump.

Gallery: ROUSH RTC Mustang


[Source: Roush via The Mustang Source]

Continue reading ROUSH set to unveil RTC Mustang

ROUSH set to unveil RTC Mustang originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When Roush pulled the wraps off its new P-51A Mustang, we ventured a guess that it wouldn't take too long to sell out the 100 being produced for 2008. After all, it's the most powerful Mustang ever produced by Roush at 510 horsepower, and the car's personal connection with Jack Roush's love of both planes and automobiles is sure to make it an instant collector car. Well, it turns out we were right. In fact, Roush has received so much interest in the car that it has bumped the production to 151. It doesn't sound like much until you consider that's more than a fifty percent increase from the originally planned run of 100 cars.

While pricing hasn't even been announced yet, expect an MSRP of just over $65,000. That gets you Roush's latest supercharger, forged internal engine components, a custom lower and upper intake manifold, a custom fuel rail and high flow injectors, upgraded duel throttle body, and a high-capacity intercooler good for at least 510 horsepower. The P-51A also gets a Roush body kit, 14-inch brakes, upgraded interior, 18-inch wheels and tires, and a paint scheme inspired by the 357th Fighters Group that was legendary in WWII.

Follow the jump for the full details in the press release or check our gallery of the car from SEMA.

[Source: Roush]

Gallery: ROUSH P-51A Mustang

Continue reading Roush announces increased production run of P-51A Mustang

Roush announces increased production run of P-51A Mustang originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Supercars and less-than-super drivers can be a dicey situation, as evidenced by the rash of Enzo Ferrari wrecks last year. The Ford GT in standard form definitely qualifies as a supercar, and the ultra-limited 10-car run of modified versions dubbed 600RE by Roush Europe ratchets up the exclusivity even further. Sporting a pulley upgrade and new Tubi exhaust among other things, the 600RE was rated at 612 HP post-modification. That appeared to be too much for the unlucky driver of this 3-day-old Roush 600RE, #3 of 10. That third day was its last, unfortunately, and following a £145,000 insurance payout, the car is being offered as a parts lot on eBay. Someone's going to be able to put together one of the meanest kit cars ever with these leftovers.

[Source: eBay]

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And then there were 9: ROUSH 600RE bites the dust originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 01 Nov 2007 09:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click on image above for high-res gallery of the Roush P-51A Mustang

Say what you want about all the numerous types of Mustangs, but you have to admit that this is one that deserves the attention. Roush's latest Mustang, the P-51A, is the most powerful one to date at 510 horsepower and 510 lb-ft torque, and features styling cues based off of the P-51 fighter plane that played a key role in World War II. The new Mustang features completely forged internals including pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft that allows for higher horsepower from a brand new supercharger system. The 3-year/36,000 mile warranty is also retained on this macho muscle car. Visually the P-51A is a stunner, with a Roush body kit, black high flow grille, a silver and green paint scheme replicating the airplane, and red and yellow shields that pay tribute to the 357th Fighters Group. Only 100 will be produced at a price tag just north of $65,000. Seeing how Roush hasn't had a problem quickly selling out of its previous special edition Mustangs, we'd venture to guess that this one will go pretty quickly, as well.

Gallery: ROUSH P-51A Mustang

SEMA 2007: Roush P-51A Mustang lands originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Oct 2007 15:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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During World War II, the P-51 Mustang fighter plane helped establish air superiority for the Allies. Jack Roush's latest street Mustang borrows its name from that aircraft and hopes to establish similar dominance on the ground against the "invasion of foreign brands." This is the Roush P-51A Mustang, being introduced to day at SEMA, and it is the most powerful road car (in terms of HP) the company has produced so far. Underpinned by a Roush Stage 3 suspension and driven by a modified, ROUSHcharged 4.6L V8 producing at least 510 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque, the P-51A should be more than able to keep pace with its competition. Naturally, a full Roush aero body kit, upgraded wheels and tires, and a brake upgrade are also part of the package. The P-51A isn't shy about advertising its prowess, either, with "510 HP" emblazoned in large block characters on the hood. Incidentally, the yellow and red accent squares on the grille and fenders take their colors from the "Yoxford Boys" of the 357th Fighters Group, Eighth Air Force ETO, which had more air-to-air combat victories during WW2 than any other P-51 group in the Eighth Air Force. Will owners paint competing automakers' logos on the front fenders after each stoplight showdown win? Who knows, but it sure would be in keeping with the theme Roush has going here. That thunder emanating from the exhaust pipes is the sound of automotive patriotism, Jack Roush style.

Follow the jump for the press release in full.

[Source: ROUSH]

Gallery: ROUSH P-51A Mustang

Continue reading SEMA 2007: ROUSH P-51A Mustang set to establish road superiority

SEMA 2007: ROUSH P-51A Mustang set to establish road superiority originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Oct 2007 10:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If there's anything that the Shelby GT500 lacks, it's definitely not power. At an MSRP of just over $40k, it has more horsepower per dollar than just about any car out there. The boys over at Ford Racing and Roush, however, thought that it could use a little bit more. The two have developed a supercharger upgrade for the GT500 that pushes horsepower to just over 600 while keeping a 1 year/12,000 mile drivetrain warranty. This will most likely be the supercharger used for the GT500 KR as well as the base supercharger for the Shelby Super Snake. Pricing is set at $5,600 and the blower can be purchased through Roush or a Ford Racing distributor.

[Source: Roush]

Continue reading Roush/Ford Racing announce GT500 supercharger upgrade

Roush/Ford Racing announce GT500 supercharger upgrade originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ponies and horses go together, don't they? The tinkerers at Roush decided that their current ROUSHcharger didn't provide enough horses for Ford's pony car, so they added another 30 to the corral. Now, for $5,599, the ROUSHcharger increases the HP of your Mustang GT from 300 to 445. That's a 48-percent increase and 30 more horsepower than before due to a smaller, faster-spinning pulley and altered PCM calibration. The result is the aforementioned 445 HP as well as 418 ft-lb of torque.

The add-on will soon be legal for use in all 50 states, and those who already have ROUSHchargers can upgrade by ordering the new pulley for $389. A polished version of the supercharger is also available for $5,899. Installation won't alter the balance of your Ford warranty, which is a bonus, and the supercharger comes with its own year-long coverage if the manufacturer warranty has ended.

[Source: ROUSH]

Continue reading ROUSH adds 30 extra HP to ROUSHcharger

ROUSH adds 30 extra HP to ROUSHcharger originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 03 Oct 2007 14:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]> mustangmustang roushmustang roushchargermustang superchargerMustangRoushMustangRoushchargerMustangSuperchargerroushroushcharger Wed, 03 Oct 2007 14:04:00 EST http://www.autoblog.com/feed/1003517/article-comments.xml http://www.autoblog.com/feed/1003517/article-comments.html http://www.autoblog.com/feed/2007/10/03/roush-adds-30-extra-hp-to-roushcharger/1003517/article-detail.xml 1003517 http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2007/10/403309_opt_thumbnail.jpg http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2007/10/403309_opt.jpg <![CDATA[ROUSH Silverado sketch leaked!]]> http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/04/roush-silverado-sketch-leaked/ http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/04/roush-silverado-sketch-leaked/ http://www.autoblog.com/2007/09/04/roush-silverado-sketch-leaked/#comments Filed under: , , ,


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We have no information on this other than the image you see here, but pictures say a lot, and this one says that ROUSH is about to spread some of its performance pickup love over to General Motors in the form of the ROUSH Silverado. A poster at the CamaroZ28.com forum snuck a cameraphone shot of an official sketch and published it on the website. As you can see when you enlarge the photo, there's a pretty concise legal disclaimer at the bottom, and if we had to guess, someone is definitely going to get fired for this rather significant security breach. Either that, or ROUSH has deftly embraced viral marketing. Here's hoping for a blown 6.2L under that domed hood.

UPDATE: We have spoken to ROUSH, and they can only confirm that the Silverado depicted above is "a project that we are evaluating."

Thanks for the heads-up, Josh.

[Source: CamaroZ28.com via TheGMSource]

ROUSH Silverado sketch leaked! originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 04 Sep 2007 00:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Roush has come out with a new variant of its ground-pounding 427R. the 427R Trak Pak Mustang is designed for drivers who want to track their road cars on race weekends and such. Naturally, a host of changes have been made which differentiate the Trak Pak from the standard 427R. The 427R's plenty powerful (435 hp/400 lb.-ft.), but to make it really track-ready, Roush bestowed the Trak Pack with improved cooling, enhanced chassis rigidity, a fully-overhauled suspension, upgraded 6-piston brakes, and a new aero kit with an optional adjustable rear wing (as shown above). New 18" wheels, extra-sticky rubber, and unique graphics cap off the 427R Trak Pak's imposing look. The interior is similarly upgraded with a performance gauge package, shift light, short-throw shifter, leather sport seats, and aluminum pedals. Roush expects many buyers to use the 427R Trak Pack as a daily driver in addition to flogging it on a closed course, hence the presence of the comfort items like the leather seats. Pricing's been set at $58,245 and production will be limited to 100 cars, which will start becoming available later this summer. Follow the jump for the complete skinny from Roush, which calls the 427R Trak Pak its best-handling Mustang ever.

[Source: Roush]

Gallery: Roush 427R Trak Pak

Continue reading ROUSH caters to weekend racers with the 427R Trak Pak Mustang

ROUSH caters to weekend racers with the 427R Trak Pak Mustang originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 20 Jul 2007 10:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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