70 HEMI 'CUDA " THE MOST SAUGHT AFTER OF ALL !! "

From 1966-71, Dodge stuffed their massive Hemi into the small E-Body platform and the 1970 Hemi 'Cuda is widely accepted as one of the most saught after of these. Only 652 were built when new, including 14 rare convertibles, making an original Hemi 'Cuda a rare sight. The Hemi 'Cuda was forced in scarcity due to the extra $900 it cost to build one-nearly a third of the standard purchase price. At $250, the 390 bhp 440 V8 became the norm and made the Hemi Cuda an exception. Motor Trend tested the 426 Hemi ’Cuda in their May 1970 issue, reaching 0-60 in 5.8 seconds and the 1/4 mile in 14 seconds at 102 mph. The long list of options made available for 1970 Barracudas included such goodies as a Track Pak with a 3.54:1 differential ratio, Rallye wheels, a range of exciting colors including Plum Crazy, pistol grip shifters, hockey stick sport stripes, hood pins and a variety of creature comforts. Of all the options, the R-code steet Hemi 426 was the most legendary Mopar engine. It typically delivered 425 bhp through the solid 727 Torqueflight automatic and a 3.55:1 Sure Grip rear axle. That is, unless the car was one of the 284 that got a 4-speed manual. With their classic shape, tire-shredding American power, limited production and huge popularity a 1970 Hemi 'Cuda can easily fetch over $150 000 USD. This is a remarkable amount for a car with the same build quailty as a mass-produced Plymouth. However, the aggressive sound of Hemi combined with visual street cred and Barrett-Jackson publicity now make these Cudas more expensive than most Ferraris produced in the same era. Changes for 1971 were minimal and included a more complex 6 inlet grille design and fender gill louvers. Only 100 or so of these were built and the seven ultra-rare 1971 convertibles are the most expensive muscle cars money can buy. In 72, the government and EPA kicked the muscle car in the ass with emissions regulations. After that time, no more Hemi or more big block models could be ordered

Sunday, February 6, 2011

2011 SUPER SNAKE vs 427 COBRA - BADDEST SHELBY EVER

Shelby Announces 725hp “Super Snake” Package for 2010 Mustang GT500

Are you a Mustang fan who finds the new 540-hp 2010 Ford Mustang GT500 just too tame? If so, Carroll Shelby has you covered. Citing continuing demand, Shelby Automobiles announced today that it will extend its popular “Super Snake” performance package to the latest GT500 ‘Stang, offering up to 725hp.

“We take great pride in engineering fast, fun cars that people love to drive,” said Shelby. “Over the past 12 months, my team of hot rodders was hard at work on a Super Snake package for the next generation GT500. Every lesson we learned kicking the competition around on the track over the past two years has been poured into this new car to keep Shelby owners out front.”



Shelby plans to keep the Mustang that bears his name out in front with a more powerful supercharger from Ford Racing good for 630hp, along with several other go-fast goodies. For the truly power-hungry, Shelby will upgrade you to a Shelby/Ford Racing or Shelby/Kenne Bell supercharger good for a monstrous 725hp. Along with more power, the Super Snake package also enhances braking and handling for an all-around higher-performing car.

“Since we introduced the Super Snake package for the GT500 in 2007, this Shelby has become the pinnacle of current generation muscle cars,” said Amy Boylan, president of Shelby Automobiles. “While the stock GT500 is a fine car, serious enthusiasts know that they can come to us to make their Shelby even better. For those who crave a harder-edged Shelby, this is your car.”



Bring your new GT500 and your wallet out to Shelby Automobiles in Las Vegas, Nevada, or your local authorized Shelby Mod Shop and they’ll set you up with:

- Ford Racing handling pack including Dynamic adjustable dampers, lowering springs, tuned stabilizer bars, and front strut tower brace is standard for the Super Snake
- Ford Racing Supercharger upgrade kit producing over 630 HP and 590 ft.-lbs. of torque
- Borla exhaust system on the 630 HP Ford Racing Super Snake Package
- 6-speed manual transmission with 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
- Either a Shelby/Ford Racing or Shelby/Kenne Bell supercharger kit producing 725 HP with upgraded drive shaft, billet twin 75mm throttle body and exclusive badges
- JBA exhaust system on the 725 HP Super Snake Package
- An optional Shelby / Eibach handling pack is also available
- Shelby-designed Alcoa 20-inch wheels
- Short-throw shifter
- Forged Shelby / Baer brakes with 6 piston calipers and cross drilled / vented rotors
- Front brake cooling ducts
- Unique fiberglass hood featuring classic Shelby design
- Shelby signature Super Snake stripes
- “Shelby” lettering across the rear decklid
- “Super Snake” vehicle badges and official Shelby CSM interior plate
- Shelby signature embroidered headrests, floor mats, and other Shelby-designed components
- Each car will be entered in the official Shelby registry



Shelby says they’ll only make a limited number of 2010 “Super Snake” Mustang GT500s, so you’ll want to get your order in quick. For the mild, 630-hp package, expect to lay down $29,495 on top of your GT500′s purchase price for all the parts and professional installation. Go wild with the 725-hp package and you’ll need to drop $33,495. The Super Snake package can only be installed by an authorized Shelby Mod Shop, but the company is planning to make some components from the package available for sale and private installation later this year.
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