The carbon-fiber GTC-500 rear...
The carbon-fiber GTC-500 rear wing is all about function. APR designed it using computational fluid dynamics to optimize airflow and aerodynamics.
The interior is all business, looking and functioning more like a racecar than a street car. Recaro Profi SPG racing seats with four-point harnesses hold both the driver and front passenger firmly in place, while an AutoPower four-point rollcage was installed in case things go awry.
APR also upgraded the Mustang with an Alcantera Momo steering wheel and Carbign Craft carbon-fiber trim on the center console and surrounding the gauges and A/C vents. Lastly, a Magden Auto M1 performance data computer tracks provides as much information about the car as you would ever want to know. The system can display and datalog any information that can be sent through the OBD-II port or any added sensor, all in a customizable display that fits neatly into the instrument panel.
With just a few weeks to go until SEMA, APR received the first batch of production parts for the widebody kit and went to work on prepping and painting the parts for the show. The last step was to apply a custom APR-code BASF red paint with black stripes, and the car was completed just in time for its debut in Las Vegas at the 2008 SEMA show. "The reaction at SEMA was phenomenal," Casey tells us. "Many people were surprised to find out that the parts were production pieces."
The Mustang even took home a few awards, including a Product Excellence Award from Ford. With such high praise coming from the Blue Oval, we expect it won't be long before Mustang owners start to take notice as well.
APR also offers a line of...
APR also offers a line of carbon-fiber dress-up products under the brand name Carbign Craft, including these sideview mirrors.
5.0 Tech Specs
2008 Widebody Ford Mustang GT-R
Engine And Drivetrain
Block Aluminum
Bore 3.55-in
Stroke 3.54-in
Displacement 281ci
Rods Cracked powdered metal with floating wristpinsPistons Hypereutectic aluminum
Crankshaft Stock
Camshaft(s) Stock
Heads Aluminum SOHC, three valves per cylinder, variable camshaft timing
Intake Turbonetics w/conical air filter
Throttle Body Stock
Mass Air Stock
Fuel System Ford Racing dual fuel pump, 60-lb/hr fuel injectors
Headers Stock
Exhaust Magnaflow 3-inch system w/ MagnaPack mufflers, TRU X-shape crossover
Transmission Stock five-speed
Clutch ACT race clutch w/ Xtreme pressure plate and lightweight flywheel
Rearend Stock 8.8
The carbon-fiber front splitter...
The carbon-fiber front splitter is part of a nine-piece body kit that also includes a new front bumper, front fenders, side skirts, rear fenders, and a rear bumper.
Electronics
Engine Management Stock Silver Oak with custom tune with SCT XCalibrator 2
Ignition Stock
Gauges Zeitronix air/fuel wideband and EGT, Magden Auto M1 Performance Data Computer
Chassis And Suspension
Front Suspension
Shocks KW Suspensions Variant 3
Springs KW Suspensions Variant 3
Brakes Stoptech 15-inch rotors w/six-piston calipers and stainless steel brake lines
Wheels 20x9.5-inch Work VS KF three-piece
Tires Toyo Proxes T1R 285/30-20
Rear Suspension
Shocks KW Suspensions Variant 3
Springs KW Suspensions Variant 3
Brakes Stoptech crossdrilled rear rotors w/stock calipers
Wheels 20x12.5-inch Work VS KF three-piece
Tires Toyo Proxes T1R 345/25-20
Carbign Craft makes a variety...
Carbign Craft makes a variety of carbon-fiber trim pieces for the '05-'09 Mustang, including a three-piece engine cover, a radiator cover, a center console cover, and a three-piece gauge cluster.
The interior looks more race...
The interior looks more race car than street car, featuring a Momo steering wheel, Recaro Profi SPG racing seats, AutoPower four-point rollbar, and a Magden Auto M1 performance data computer.
The 4.6-liter V-8 remains...
The 4.6-liter V-8 remains stock internally, but pushes out 435 hp and 460 lb-ft torque at the rear wheels thanks to a Turbonetics single-turbo system, complete with a Spearco intercooler, Raptor blow-off valve, Evolution wastegate, and a custom tune using an SCT XCalibrator 2.