The 2011 SEMA Show – SEMA Show takes place November 1-4, 2011, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition, the SEMA Show provides attendees with educational seminars, product demonstrations, special events, networking opportunities and more.

SEMA Show 2010 drew more than 50,000 domestic and international buyers. The displays are segmented into 12 sections, and a New Products Showcase featured nearly 1,500 newly introduced parts, tools and components. In addition, the SEMA Show provides attendees with educational seminars, product demonstrations, special events, networking opportunities and more…

Take a look at the gallery with the Muscle Cars that are going to be showcased on SEMA 2011. Click on Read More!

SEMA 2011 Muscle Cars

 

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The rest of the car was updated as well, but the basic goodness of the Mustang shape was retained, along with the very best Shelby upgrades, creating a Pro-Touring fastback that has to be seen to be believed. Built by the guys at Pro Touring Super Cars (a division of Speed, Inc.), this was a cost-no-object car from the beginning. Speed, Inc. specializes in putting late model power into vintage muscle, and bringing the latest technology to bear on the cars of the past. What better way to do that than build a Shelby GT500 tribute with one of Ford’s most potent late-model powertrains? Read more!

Exterior details:

– Larger 18-inch Coys wheels
– BF Goodrich G-Force tires
– Late-model supercharged 4.6-liter Mustang Cobra engine, tuned to deliver 444 horsepower and 495 ft-lbs of torque
– Tremec T-56 six-speed manual gearbox
– Modern coil over suspension
– Disc brakes front and rear.

Inside:

- Period looking cabin
– Modern gauges tastefully integrated into the dash and a rather cool looking center console.

Paint job:

- Re-finished in Acapulco Blue with white Le Mans stripes

Restomod 1967 Shelby GT500 Mustang

 

Current asking price is approximately $99,900, not cheap by any means, but less than some of those ‘continuation’ Eleanor monstrosities turned out several years ago by now extinct Unique Performance. It likely runs much better too. For more information, visit http://inventory.bestofshowautomotive.com/CarDetails_new_arrivals.asp?VIN=132169

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HUDSON, FL – If you’ve dreamed of owning a genuine Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda, get ready to stop dreaming and start driving. Diane Sox and Buddy Martin, of the legendary Sox & Martin drag racing team and Mr. Norm’s Garage debuted the first Collector Series Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda at Mopars At The Strip on March 26, 2010.

Inspired by the Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda that won the 1971 NHRA Pro Stock National Championship, the Collectors Series Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda’s are serious performance vehicles based on the new Challenger. The Collector Series Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda is available in three models. The Sox & Martin Super Street Edition boils the hides with an available 625 horsepower, the Super Stock Edition shakes the asphalt with 725 horsepower, and like its namesake, the Pro Stock Edition is equipped with a heart stopping 900 plus horsepower Hemi engine, Dana 60 differential and 4 link rear suspension.

Instantly recognizable, the Sox & Martin Collector Series Hemi Cuda’s are available in the same red, white and blue paint scheme and period correct Sox & Martin graphics as the fearsome original NHRA Pro Stock National Championship winning Hemi Cuda. Optional features include Cuda style quarter panels, along with a modern interpretation of the 1971 Cuda grille and tail panel that’s complemented by an aggressive hood scoop reminiscent of the one on the first Sox & Martin Pro Stock Hemi Cuda. Inside, the cockpit features custom leather seating with the Sox & Martin Supercars shield embroidered on the seat backs. In addition, each Sox & Martin Collectors Series Hemi Cuda is personally signed by Buddy Martin and has a special fender tag that identifies its equipment and S&M serial number.

Production for the Collectors Series Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda’s is limited. So remember the drag racers adage, “he who snoozes, looses,” and don’t miss your chance to own a real piece of history. For information about the Collectors Series Sox & Martin Hemi Cuda’s, contact Mr. Norm’s Garage today at (727) 869-9577.

Sox and Martin Collector Series Hemi Cuda

 

“Commemorating four decades of Challenger performance, the new R/T Classic and SRT8 Furious Fuchsia editions modernize one of the most memorable hues from 1970 to create a modern muscle-car that exudes more performance, passion and even more nostalgia,” Ralph Gilles, CEO, Dodge Car Brand said in a release.

Powered by the regular 5,7L HEMI V8, the Challenger Furious Fuchsia features dual throwback A-line body-side R/T stripes in Matte Black or Bright White, “Challenger” fender badges in classic script, 20-inch polished-aluminum heritage wheels and functional hood scoop and bright racing style fuel-filler door.

In addition to these, a dark headliner and slanted shifter console are available, as well as Pearl White performance seats accented with Dark Slate Gray and Furious Fuchsia French-seamed stitching.

The even more exciting Dodge Challenger SRT8 in Furious Fuchsia features Pearl White leather SRT performance seats with Furious Fuchsia accented stripe, unique 20-inch SRT forged-aluminum wheels with Satin Black accents, serialized dash plaque indicating the limited production series of 400 and retro-inspired chromed quad-exhaust tips.

“Sum it all up, and Dodge is delivering a muscle-car tribute that no other manufacturer can even match”

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“I don’t care where you grew up, everyone knows the Mustang. At some point, you’ve had a conversation about a Mustang – and it was probably one about you wanting to get behind the wheel of one,” says the 35-year-old rapper. “I’ve always loved the Mustang; the vehicle has power to the point where you can’t help but want to hit the pedal. And the newest one? More power, hotter style.”
Ford Motor Company considers Nelly as the perfect promoter for their latest Mustang.

“Nelly is a true car guy, there’s no denying that. When Nelly expressed interest in wanting to partner with Ford on the all-new 2011 Ford Mustang GT, we knew it was a perfect fit,” said Crystal Worthem, Ford’s Multicultural Marketing communications manager.

The pony is in a custom gloss black paint job with flat black racing stripes and a one off custom wide body Street Scene body kit complete with custom 22- and 24-inch TIS Modular wheels and Pirelli tires. Custom made are also the billet grille, hood scoop, tinted taillights, Eibach springs, angel eyes headlights and a Borla exhaust.

In addition, the interior is a complete suede and leather design with a custom JL Audio system that includes two 12-inch subwoofers, amps and speakers.

“I’m itching to get behind the wheel of my Mustang and really take it out on the streets. This vehicle being a part of my album artwork is just a reflection of the direction and feel that the album has. To be able to partner with Ford again on another vehicle that is going to change the automotive game is exciting,” said Nelly.

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The ground effects package consists of a racing-inspired front splitter, rocker extensions and a rear diffuser. The taillamp, fog lamp bezels and 21″ rims, which come from BBS complete the exterior of Camaro Dusk.

The car is painted in Berlin Blue, while the ground effects are painted a contrasting color. Dusk also features sports exhaust system and Brembo brakes kit. The interior is trimmed in stylish Jet Black and Sedona, with complementing features including footwell lighting, premium door sill plates and other details.

The interior is trimmed in stylish Jet Black and Sedona. There are footwell lighting, premium door sill plates and other details.

Camaro Dusk has premium audio system from Boston Acoustics, WiFi connectivity and a convenient cradle for an iPhone.

Source: automobilesreview.com

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“Carroll Shelby pioneered the muscle truck segment over 20 years ago,” stated Amy Boylan, president of Shelby Autos. “Our team built this concept F150 Super Snake to see if the public is ready for another high performance Shelby truck. We took the same approach to this project as we do for every Shelby. With its ‘look at me’ styling, earth shattering power, stop-on-a-dime brakes and go cart-like handling, it’s a balanced performance truck that’s as desirable to drive as it is to look at.”

Besides Shelby Autos, other companies featured in the project are Ford Racing and part suppliers Borla and Baer. The customized vehicle is red 2007 F150 regular cab truck, which received new hood and fascias, black Super Snake stripes and Alcoa Shelby wheels.

Originally, the 5.4 litre V8 engine produces 304hp, but in Shelby F-150 Super Snake Concept, it is boosted to the might 475hp. All that power is transmitted to the road through automatic gearbox.

F-150 Super Snake is equipped with big 6 piston Shelby brakes to supply additional stopping power for the heavy vehicle. Further more the truck got lowered with 3 inches and the suspension is stiffened to improve the handling.

Customers can choose between installing the whole package or parts of it, such as styling and power or handling upgrades.

“We’ll install the Super Snake package for the F150 at the Shelby Autos facility in Las Vegas,” added Gary Davis, Shelby Autos vice president of production. “In order to maintain the high level of quality and performance demanded by real enthusiasts, we’ll only build a few thousand per model year.”

The Ford F150 Super Snake post title package includes:

• Whipple supercharger kit
• Borla exhaust system
• DJM suspension
• 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
• Shelby-designed 22-inch wheels and tires with Pirelli P Scorpion tires
• Forged Shelby / Baer brakes with 6 piston calipers with cross drilled and vented rotors
• Custom front fascia, grill, carbon fiber splitter, fender vents and brake cooling ducts
• Custom front fascia, mesh grill and grill surround
• Custom side fender vents and rockers
• Unique fiberglass hood featuring a hood scoop and classic Shelby design
• Bed lid and rug with embroidered logos
• Shelby signature Super Snake stripes
• “Shelby” lettering across the rear tailgate
• “Super Snake” vehicle badges and official Shelby CSM interior plate
• Shelby signature embroidered headrests, floor mats and leather interior

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Shelby F-150 Super Snake Concept

 

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The Steeda power package mounted in the vehicle features a Ford Racing/Whipple 550HP supercharger, Steeda 11-13 psi belt drive kit, Steeda Tri-Ax® Shifter, custom engine calibration and a Speed of Sound A-Pillar gauge cluster with Aeroforce gauges. With all this exclusive additions, the 2010 Steeda Q550 Streetfighter Edition accelerates from zero to 60 mph in less than 4 seconds and reaches quarter mile in 11 seconds. The Steeda Streetfighter Mustang is also equipped with the most extensive amount of standard suspension upgrades including Watts Link Suspension system.

The re-styled and enhanced aerodynamic appearance of the Steeda 550 Streetfighter adds even more value to the striking programme. It includes Steeda front fascia, rear spoiler, rear facia and Unique Steeda vented hood. Furthermore, the vehicle’s race style is strengthened by a HRE Monoblock P40 wheels with brushed finish wrapped in Nitto NT05 High Performance tyres with dimensions 275/35 in the front and 315/35 in the rear.
Steve Chichisola, Master Mechanic/Technician at Steeda Autosports says “The real beauty of this performance monster lies underneath the vehicle. That is where we deployed every performance handling trick we have in our arsenal”

The suspension modifications list features: Steeda/Tokico D-Spec shocks and struts, Upper Strut Mount Kit, Adjustable 3rd-Link Trailing Arm Kit, Steeda Lower Trailing Arm relocation brackets, Steeda Billet Lower Trailing Arms, X5 Ball Joint Kit, Bumpsteer Kit, Steeda Rear Swaybar, Rear Swaybar billet endlinks, Adjustable Front Swaybar, Steeda Watts Linkage kit and Steeda 3-point Frame Rail & Torque Box Brace Kit.

The Steeda Q550’s cockpit follows the aggressive, race-inspired exterior styling of the vehicle. Some of its highlights are: body hugging, adjustable, leather covered, carbon fiber backed Steeda Sport Seats; Safecraft Safety Equipment 6-Point Safety Harness; Four-point, leather wrapped DOM steel roll bar with cross bracing.

Source:automobilesreview.com

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