Topic: Ford unveiling Boss Mustang on August 13th?

[rrocket]

The air intake protrudes through the hood, so it rocks or shakes as the engine revs. The theory goes that the outside air is cooler (more dense) than the air under the hood, so more fuel can be burned, and power produced. Much more gimmick than functional.

I saw a dyno test in a Ford Magazine, and with the shaker blocked, the car made 10 RWHP and 15R WTQ less.  And that was with just a strong fan blowing into it.

Are we talking old carburetted version or a new fuel injected model? Was it sucking air from under to hood? From tests I've seen in the past, there wasn't any difference.

Both.  Granted, you might not be able to feel a mere 10HP on the butt dyno.  But every bit counts.

[Sir Osis of Liver]

The air intake protrudes through the hood, so it rocks or shakes as the engine revs. The theory goes that the outside air is cooler (more dense) than the air under the hood, so more fuel can be burned, and power produced. Much more gimmick than functional.

I saw a dyno test in a Ford Magazine, and with the shaker blocked, the car made 10 RWHP and 15R WTQ less.  And that was with just a strong fan blowing into it.

Are we talking old carburetted version or a new fuel injected model? Was it sucking air from under to hood? From tests I've seen in the past, there wasn't any difference.

Both.  Granted, you might not be able to feel a mere 10HP on the butt dyno.  But every bit counts.

Well, I stand corrected.

I always thought they looked cool in any event.

[articsteve]

It's not a big deal to offer it.

[TopGun]

You get a chance to hear the Laguna version when Jay Leno gets a look at it.

"...the really interesting part of this whole video is when Leno lets it slip that the Boss will feature a unique tech-laden key. Barnes (Ford guy, Ed) wasn't willing to elaborate on the details, saying that more information would be released at a later date."

I missed the fact that the Laguna version of the Boss will be a 2-seater.

http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/25/video-jay-leno-gets-exclusive-look-at-mustang-boss-302-laguna-s/#continued

[Turbo Bob]

Great car!

Does anyone else think that Mustangs (incl this one) should be a lot lower?  Not just an inch, but maybe 2"?  They look very tall.

[rrocket]

Great car!

Does anyone else think that Mustangs (incl this one) should be a lot lower?  Not just an inch, but maybe 2"?  They look very tall.

Easily done with springs.  They sell ALOT of Mustangs used as DD.  Especially her in the "midwest" the roads are a POS.  Slamming a Stang would have a ride penalty.

I think partly to blame are the large fender wells with small(ish) wheels.

[TopGun]

The only colour that was wasn't included in the intros was Yellow Blaze Tri-Coat Metallic....only recently seen on some GTs.

It's a weird colour.  In some light, it apparently looks gold (yuck!)...and in other light, it looks like a pale yellow (nice!).

[Turbo Bob]

Looks a bit like that cat puke colour you sometimes see E46 M3's in.

[TopGun]

This may not be Corolla or anything....but this Boss is hot-hot-hot!  So now you get a TracKey...

'TracKey,'...alters nearly 200 engine management parameters..."It's not for use on the street – for example, the deceleration is set up to preserve the brakes, and the throttle response is very aggressive. A skilled driver on a closed course will really appreciate the benefits." The TracKey also features a two-stage launch control...that can be controlled via buttons on the steering wheel.

Skilled driver...huh...well leaves me out...but I could learn!

http://www.autoblog.com/2010/11/11/2012-mustang-boss-302-to-come-with-special-key-for-race-calibrat/

[rrocket]

This may not be Corolla or anything....but this Boss is hot-hot-hot!  So now you get a TracKey...

'TracKey,'...alters nearly 200 engine management parameters..."It's not for use on the street – for example, the deceleration is set up to preserve the brakes, and the throttle response is very aggressive. A skilled driver on a closed course will really appreciate the benefits." The TracKey also features a two-stage launch control...that can be controlled via buttons on the steering wheel.

Skilled driver...huh...well leaves me out...but I could learn!

http://www.autoblog.com/2010/11/11/2012-mustang-boss-302-to-come-with-special-key-for-race-calibrat/

What a crock of !!  The key is not for the street...like it will turn the car into an 800HP un-driveable monster...LOL

Sweet Stang though!!  When you ordering, TopGun??   

[G0dspd]

This may not be Corolla or anything....but this Boss is hot-hot-hot!  So now you get a TracKey...

'TracKey,'...alters nearly 200 engine management parameters..."It's not for use on the street – for example, the deceleration is set up to preserve the brakes, and the throttle response is very aggressive. A skilled driver on a closed course will really appreciate the benefits." The TracKey also features a two-stage launch control...that can be controlled via buttons on the steering wheel.

FORD’S NEW MYKEY SYSTEM HELPS TEENS DRIVE SAFER, CONSERVE FUEL; GIVES PARENTS PEACE OF MIND
http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=29172
- MyKeyTM, another innovation from the company that introduced SYNC®, allows parents to limit speed and audio volume to encourage teens to drive safer and improve fuel efficiency
- MyKey will debut as a standard feature this summer on the 2010 Ford Focus and will quickly be offered on many other Ford, Lincoln and Mercury models ...

Sounds like the same feature but with the opposite effect. 

[TopGun]

Well, I went down the path to pick up a Boss 302...um...not gonna happen.

I called two separate Ford dealers that have been good to me in the past, and here's what they said:

• Kennedy Ford said I'd be #3 on a list they called "Intent to Purchase".  They don't have pricing, so they won't take a deposit.  They "think" it will come in at $80,000 with a hefty dealer premium.
• Erinwood Ford said they are getting ONE Boss...no idea on colour or options.  They are taking names, and then going to have an auction...Boss goes to the highest bidder.

All I can say is.    ...and absolutely no way.

[rrocket]

^^Wow..WTF? 

Better to get a GT500...or a base Stang and make it into a "Boss" of your choosing...

[TopGun]

^^Wow..WTF? 

Better to get a GT500...or a base Stang and make it into a "Boss" of your choosing...

Got the deets on the Boss 302 this aft:

• Based on the GT at 39,000
• Recaro option at 2,000
• Boss package is 9,500
• Dealer markup at 7,500
• So, about 61,000

About 70 dealers will get 1.  A handfull will get 2.  If I have a non-refundable $5,000 deposit in their hands by tomorrow, then I can specify my colour.

[rrocket]

^^Except you can get a GT for ~$32,000......$39,000 might be full on MSRP.  I'd tell them to shove it...