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2008 Ford Racing Cobra Jet

Ford Racing is getting ready to please the folks that live to see the 2010 Mustang Cobra Jet. The 2010 car will wear the FR500CJ model identification just like the car before it, but other specs have yet to be nailed down. Ford Racing is expecting to put a 425hp 5.4L supercharged V8 straight out of the Ford Racing Parts (FRP) catalog in the standard model, with an optional upgrade to a 475hp aluminum-block engine.

Ford will be offering a five-speed Liberty manual in addition to a race-prepped automatic on top of the standard six-speed tranny that was available on the 2008 car. All 2010 Cobra Jets will get an 8.50et NHRA certified roll cage, too. Final testing is still underway, but Ford says production will begin in Q4 2009 with first deliveries starting early 2010. Ford says pricing hasn’t been set yet, but will start below $75,000 and only 50 will be available