2006 Hertz Shelby GT-H
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<div align="center"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:100%">2006 HERTZ SHELBY GT-H</span>
<span style="font-size:8pt;line-height:100%">By Brad Barnett
© 2006, TheMustangSource.com</span></div>
NEW YORK, April 12, 2006 - Ford Motor Company and Shelby Automotive celebrate the 40th Anniversary of one of the most legendary Mustangs of all time with today's unveiling of the 2006 Shelby GT-H Mustang at the New York International Auto Show.
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The Original "Rent-A-Racer"
The 2006 GT-H was escorted on-stage by an original 1966 Shelby G.T. 350H--the same car driven by Tom Cruise in the 2005 blockbuster War of the Worlds.
The 1966 Shelby G.T. 350H Mustang, nicknamed "Rent-A-Racer", on which the GT-H is based, was available for rent at Hertz for $17 per day and 17 cents per mile. More than 800 of the 1,001 original G.T. 350H Shelbys were black with gold Le Mans and rocker panel stripes; the other 200 or so were red, white, blue or green with gold rocker panel stripes.
An original 1966 Shelby G.T. 350H sold at the Barrett-Jackson Auction for $180,900 this past January.
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40 Years Later
Production of the GT-H is limited to 500 units and begins this month at Shelby Automotive in Las Vegas. They will not be available for purchase, but rather Hertz customers will be available to rent the Shelbys at select Hertz locations this summer. They will be sold at closed Ford auctions in 2007.
Ford Racing Performance Parts Improve Performance, Handling
Horsepower for the 4.6L SOHC 3-Valve-powered GT-H is increased 25 horsepower to 325 and torque is increased 10 pound-feet to 330 thanks in part to Ford Racing exhaust including a new crossover pipe, which makes its debut in the GT-H.
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All GT-Hs are equipped with 5-speed automatic transmissions, but the standard 3.31:1 gear ratio found in Mustang GTs with automatic transmission is replaced with the 3.55:1 gears found in Mustang GTs equipped with manual transmission. Ford Racing suspension lowers the GT-H and improves handling capabilities.
A Unique Look
Available only in its most memorable color scheme--black with gold Le Mans and "SHELBY GT-H" rocker panel stripes--the GT-H wears a low, aggressive front fascia shared with the upcoming 2007 Mustang GT/CS California Special. The Shelby CS6 hood is secured with two hood pins with tethers tucked on either side of the billet grille featuring an offset pony and tribar badge--a close replica to the 1966 Hertz Shelby grille. "SHELBY" lettering adorns the decklid and Hertz badges are placed on the fenders. Non-functional GT/CS side scoops are tacked to the rear quarter panels. The GT-H's decklid badge displays the same traditional pony and tribar logo as the standard V6-powered Mustang. All GT-Hs wear the painted 17" "Bullitt" wheels and rear decklid spoiler that come standard on Mustang GT.
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Premium Interior
All GT-Hs are equipped with Dark Charcoal leather interior and the Interior Upgrade Package which includes satin aluminum dash, steering wheel, shifter and door handle trim as well as MyColor, which allows customers to personalize the color of the instrument panel gauges. A door sill plate reading "Hertz Shelby GT-H" greets drivers and passengers as they enter the car, and a numbered ID plate featuring the engraved signature of Carroll Shelby is placed between the center A/C vents.
New Era of High-Performance Mustangs
The 2006 Shelby GT-H Mustang marks legendary car builder Carroll Shelby's return to Mustangs after a 36-year absence marked by iconic names including GT350, G.T. 350R, GT500, and GT500 KR. The GT-H will be followed by the 475-horsepower 2007 Shelby GT500 Mustang later this year.
TMS Exclusive Coverage
Forum Super Moderator Rob "mr-mstng" Baran is at the New York Auto Show for TheMustangSource.com. Check back later today for his exclusive photos and interviews!
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<span style="font-size:8pt;line-height:100%">By Brad Barnett
© 2006, TheMustangSource.com</span></div>
NEW YORK, April 12, 2006 - Ford Motor Company and Shelby Automotive celebrate the 40th Anniversary of one of the most legendary Mustangs of all time with today's unveiling of the 2006 Shelby GT-H Mustang at the New York International Auto Show.
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</div>The Original "Rent-A-Racer"
The 2006 GT-H was escorted on-stage by an original 1966 Shelby G.T. 350H--the same car driven by Tom Cruise in the 2005 blockbuster War of the Worlds.
The 1966 Shelby G.T. 350H Mustang, nicknamed "Rent-A-Racer", on which the GT-H is based, was available for rent at Hertz for $17 per day and 17 cents per mile. More than 800 of the 1,001 original G.T. 350H Shelbys were black with gold Le Mans and rocker panel stripes; the other 200 or so were red, white, blue or green with gold rocker panel stripes.
An original 1966 Shelby G.T. 350H sold at the Barrett-Jackson Auction for $180,900 this past January.
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</div>40 Years Later
Production of the GT-H is limited to 500 units and begins this month at Shelby Automotive in Las Vegas. They will not be available for purchase, but rather Hertz customers will be available to rent the Shelbys at select Hertz locations this summer. They will be sold at closed Ford auctions in 2007.
Ford Racing Performance Parts Improve Performance, Handling
Horsepower for the 4.6L SOHC 3-Valve-powered GT-H is increased 25 horsepower to 325 and torque is increased 10 pound-feet to 330 thanks in part to Ford Racing exhaust including a new crossover pipe, which makes its debut in the GT-H.
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</div>All GT-Hs are equipped with 5-speed automatic transmissions, but the standard 3.31:1 gear ratio found in Mustang GTs with automatic transmission is replaced with the 3.55:1 gears found in Mustang GTs equipped with manual transmission. Ford Racing suspension lowers the GT-H and improves handling capabilities.
A Unique Look
Available only in its most memorable color scheme--black with gold Le Mans and "SHELBY GT-H" rocker panel stripes--the GT-H wears a low, aggressive front fascia shared with the upcoming 2007 Mustang GT/CS California Special. The Shelby CS6 hood is secured with two hood pins with tethers tucked on either side of the billet grille featuring an offset pony and tribar badge--a close replica to the 1966 Hertz Shelby grille. "SHELBY" lettering adorns the decklid and Hertz badges are placed on the fenders. Non-functional GT/CS side scoops are tacked to the rear quarter panels. The GT-H's decklid badge displays the same traditional pony and tribar logo as the standard V6-powered Mustang. All GT-Hs wear the painted 17" "Bullitt" wheels and rear decklid spoiler that come standard on Mustang GT.
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</div>Premium Interior
All GT-Hs are equipped with Dark Charcoal leather interior and the Interior Upgrade Package which includes satin aluminum dash, steering wheel, shifter and door handle trim as well as MyColor, which allows customers to personalize the color of the instrument panel gauges. A door sill plate reading "Hertz Shelby GT-H" greets drivers and passengers as they enter the car, and a numbered ID plate featuring the engraved signature of Carroll Shelby is placed between the center A/C vents.
New Era of High-Performance Mustangs
The 2006 Shelby GT-H Mustang marks legendary car builder Carroll Shelby's return to Mustangs after a 36-year absence marked by iconic names including GT350, G.T. 350R, GT500, and GT500 KR. The GT-H will be followed by the 475-horsepower 2007 Shelby GT500 Mustang later this year.
TMS Exclusive Coverage
Forum Super Moderator Rob "mr-mstng" Baran is at the New York Auto Show for TheMustangSource.com. Check back later today for his exclusive photos and interviews!
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Heh it's Got the GT/CS Front Fascia and Side Scoops!
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Wow, this car is awesome! Way to go Ford! So Kevin when does the hood and x-pipe go on sale? Even more important for me is when do the hood pins go on sale? Those things look like they would work great with the Cali Dream Hood. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]
Maybe there is time to get S H E L B Y across the back of the GT500.
Maybe there is time to get S H E L B Y across the back of the GT500.
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You can get the hood now from ShelbyAutos.com. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TheMustangSource @ April 12, 2006, 12:09 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
You can get the hood now from ShelbyAutos.com. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]
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Well not quite now but in 8-12 weeks! [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif[/img]
Brad do you have any bigger versions of these pics for us team members?
You can get the hood now from ShelbyAutos.com. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/thumb.gif[/img]
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Well not quite now but in 8-12 weeks! [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif[/img]
Brad do you have any bigger versions of these pics for us team members?
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TexaStang @ April 12, 2006, 12:22 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
25hp from the FRPP Borlas and this?
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts/part_...rtKeyField=9049
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Well it's probably the Power Pack and that x-pipe. I didn't even realize they had the part because I didn't see it on the main FRPP page.
25hp from the FRPP Borlas and this?
http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts/part_...rtKeyField=9049
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Well it's probably the Power Pack and that x-pipe. I didn't even realize they had the part because I didn't see it on the main FRPP page.
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(TexaStang @ April 12, 2006, 12:39 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Didn't mention the intake end of the thing...hmm..needless to say it's peaked my curiousity.
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The CAI is mentioned in the article on this page.
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/12/200...-gt-h-unveiled/
Didn't mention the intake end of the thing...hmm..needless to say it's peaked my curiousity.
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The CAI is mentioned in the article on this page.
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/12/200...-gt-h-unveiled/
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(bpmurr @ April 11, 2006, 11:47 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
The CAI is mentioned in the article on this page.
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/12/200...-gt-h-unveiled/
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Thanks for the link! Explains it all.
Too bad these will be 70k cars at least once they go to auction....
Oh well!
The CAI is mentioned in the article on this page.
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/12/200...-gt-h-unveiled/
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Thanks for the link! Explains it all.
Too bad these will be 70k cars at least once they go to auction....
Oh well!
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Easy Car to Duplicate!
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(05stangkc @ April 11, 2006, 10:14 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Easy Car to Duplicate!
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Hey Kevin I got in a fender bender and I'm wondering if that front bumber cover for the CS/GT is available now? Let me know.
Easy Car to Duplicate!
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Hey Kevin I got in a fender bender and I'm wondering if that front bumber cover for the CS/GT is available now? Let me know.
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<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(USMC_HOTROD @ April 12, 2006, 1:18 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
Hey Kevin I got in a fender bender and I'm wondering if that front bumber cover for the CS/GT is available now? Let me know.
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While your at it Kevin how about the rear bumper cover for the GT/CS?
Brad,
Do you know if Ford will change the GT500 to have the same style S H E L B Y on the back? It would seem someone was able to figure out how to stick the letters on vinyl stripes. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif[/img]
Hey Kevin I got in a fender bender and I'm wondering if that front bumber cover for the CS/GT is available now? Let me know.
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While your at it Kevin how about the rear bumper cover for the GT/CS?
Brad,
Do you know if Ford will change the GT500 to have the same style S H E L B Y on the back? It would seem someone was able to figure out how to stick the letters on vinyl stripes. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif[/img]