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It’s Official: Ford to Build Another Batch of Cobra Jets in 2010!


It’s Official: Ford to Build Another Batch of Cobra Jets in 2010!

We knew it was coming, but Ford Racing has made the official announcement that they will build another batch of bad ass Cobra Jet Mustangs for 2010. The initial success of the program seems to have made this decision a no-brainer.

We heard a few weeks back from a source that is well connected with the people at Ford that these cars had been greenlighted for next year. They had added some upgrades and some additional options to check off the sheet if you choose to order one. Considering that the 2008’s have barely started working hard yet and are running in the mid-9’s already, these cars have some serious snot.

Here is the release from Ford Racing:

Milan, Mich. — 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, Calif. Now, Ford Racing is ready to update the latest Cobra Jet, and is announcing plans to build a 2010 version of the CJ. The announcement was officially made today at the National Mustang Racing Association event in Milan.

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 CJs, the minimum number that must be produced in order to receive clearance from NHRA for competition.

Exact specifications are being finalized, but the initial plan is for the ’10 Cobra Jet to have a 425-hp 5.4-liter supercharged engine from the Ford Racing Performance Parts catalog, but with an option to upgrade to an estimated 475-hp aluminum block engine. Likewise the 6-speed manual transmission that was available in the ’08 Cobra Jet will be standard, but an option to upgrade to 5-speed Liberty manual transmission or a race prepped automatic transmission will be available. Other ’10 Mustang 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 2010. Sportsmen racers interested in placing a pre-order for the ’10 Cobra Jet should contact their local Ford Dealership.

 


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