At the 2004 North American International Auto Show, Ford introduced a completely redesigned Mustang which was codenamed "S-197" and based on an all-new D2C platform for the 2005 model year. Developed under the direction of Chief Engineer Hau Thai-Tang and exterior styling designer Sid Ramnarace, the fifth generation Mustang draws inspiration from Mustangs of the 1960s, notably the 1967–68 models. It was this redesigned aesthetic that inspired Ford's Senior Vice President of Design, J Mays, to call it "retro-futurism." The 2005 Mustang's unique retro coupe styling complements its muscle car status with an approximate weight-to-power ratio of 11.5:1 in GT form.
GT concepts
They originally appeared in 2003 North American International Auto Show.
Redline Red Metallic Ford Mustang GT convertible concept includes a "showbar" with a rim of billet-aluminum trim, 20-inch wheels, 13.8-in cross-drilled Brembo brakes, red and charcoal leather upholstery with perforated surfaces on the seat backs, billet-aluminum shifter for the 5-speed automatic transmission, 4-point racing-style seatbelts and unique instrument gauges.
Tungsten Silver Ford Mustang GT coupe concept includes a glass roof and lush red and charcoal leather interior accented by billet-aluminum hardware, functional hood scoops, supercharged MOD 4.6L engine rated nearly 400 horsepower.[3]
Both vehicles were sold in 2009 Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction for the winning bid price of $175000 each (before buyer premium).
Both new luxury vehicles are styled and engineered to strengthen even more the market positions of the extremely successful Cayenne SUV.
The next-generation Porsche Cayenne is expected to go on sale around April-May 2010 as a 2011 model, with an official debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. In preparation for the upcoming unveiling, the Cayenne production facility in Leipzig, Germany, closed in December 2009 in order to commence the obligatory factory retooling for the new model, a process which is planned to take 2-3 months.
The first spy photos of the car were posted on the internet on the 5th of June 2008.[11] Further spy photos, taken on June 2, 2009 [12] and between July 2009 and January 2010 reveal a visually shorter, smaller Cayenne with more muscular curves, a more slanted rear window and less upright windshield, a more sloping roofline, door-mounted mirrors, smaller windows at the rear of the vehicle, headlights inspired by the Carrera GT, taillights that extend onto the car's tailgate, LED daytime running lights and a vastly redesigned interior modeled after the Panamera. The new Cayenne is expected to be almost 250 kilograms (550 lb) lighter than the current model due to extensive use of aluminum and magnesium, making it more fuel efficient than the current lineup, as well as 5 centimeters shorter than the outgoing model. Despite its lower stance, the new vehicle's off-road capabilities have been heightened without compromising the street performance-oriented layout and design. [citation needed] Diesel and hybrid variants will also be offered.
The Cayenne will again be the first of the three new SUVs from the VW group; the new Volkswagen Touareg will be 6–12 months behind, while the next-generation Audi Q7 is due in 2013. Rumored standard features of the 2011 Porsche Cayenne will include air conditioning w/dual-zone climate controls, interior air filter, tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, 12-way power front seats, heated front seats, outside-temperature indicator, universal garage door opener, power liftgate, and power sunroof in the base model. The Cayenne S will add on tri-zone climate controls, heated steering wheel, and a compass. The Cayenne GTS will add on a rearview camera, remote engine start, keyless access and start, and memory system. Finally, the most upscale Cayenne Turbo and Turbo S will add on a navigation system w/voice recognition, premium sound system, 4-zone climate controls, heated rear seats, and 6-disc CD changer
