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This Mustang, up for auction on the Bring a Trailer site, marks the first chapter in the “Shelby Mustang” saga. This 1965 Shelby GT350 flaunts the optional Le Mans stripes and special alloy wheels. Dealer invoice shows a total cost of $3,888.04 in 1965; the current bid sits at $275,000, with the online auction set to end on Thursday, September 15.If the first cut is the deepest, then this 1965 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 is as deep as it gets. Like many automotive enthusiasts, I considered the Ford Mustang an absolute superstar in my childhood, and it was, in fact, my first favorite car. Of course, by the time I roamed this earth it had already become an American icon, and the name of Carroll Shelby was revered by gearheads and fanatics.Bring a TrailerThis specimen, located in Pittsford, New York, is currently up for auction on the Bring a Trailer online auction site—which, like Car and Driver, is part of Hearst Autos. It was refurbished in California before ending up with its current owner in 2014. It flaunts the period-correct Wimbledon White paint with the standard rocker panel strips and optional Le Mans stripes. A letter from Howard Pardee, Director Emeritus of Shelby American Automobile Club, supplements its authenticity. Before scrutinizing pricing figures and condition, let’s first revisit what the first ever Shelby Mustang actually was.Carroll Shelby’s legacy was well under way when the first of the Shelby Mustangs hit the scene in 1965. As explained in our instrumented test of the 1965 Shelby GT350, he and his crew set out to convert the Mustang fastback coupe into a street-legal version of a NASCAR stock car. Upgrades included a modified 289-cubic-inch V-8 with an output of 306 horsepower and 329 pound-feet of torque, an array of chassis and suspension upgrades—such as Koni adjustable shocks, altered steering geometry, and an anti-roll bar along with torque-control arms—beefier brakes with 11-inch discs up front and drums in the rear, and 15-inch “mag-type” wheels. Of course, there were other enhancements, including closer ratios for the four-speed transmission, optional oil coolers, an extra-capacity radiator, and so on. Bring a TrailerAccording to documentation provided by the seller, the original dealer invoice shows a total cost of $3,888.04 back in 1965, which includes the Le Mans stripes as a no-charge option and “special alloy” wheels as a $214 option. For reference, the 1965 Shelby GT350 had a base MSRP of $4547. These figures are a drop in the bucket compared to the current bid, which sits at $275,000 as of this writing. If previous auctions are any indicator, the bids should continue to mount for this pristine-looking example, as another 1965 Shelby GT350 sold for $400,000 in September 2020, and a Shelby GT350R managed to fetch a whopping $875,000 in April 2022. Buying a piece of automotive history can actually be an extremely expensive feat.Car and DriverToday, we have a Shelby GT500 that puts out a monstrous 760 horsepower and can pull as much as 1.13 g’s on the skidpad. Suffice it to say that the original Mustang GT350 was the starting point of a legacy that is prized by today’s auto enthusiasts, and it’s still being written. From the C/D Archive: 1960sThis content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

Chevrolet announced in early September that it plans to bring back its “Build Your Own Engine” program for the Corvette Z06 starting in the second quarter of 2023. The program, which allows buyers to come into the factory and help workers assemble the engine before it goes into their car, will only be available for Corvettes utilizing the LT6 powertrain, which, for now, only means the Z06. “This is a real challenge for us because this is such a new engine and it’s much more complex than what we’ve ever done in the past,” plant director Kai Spande said at a 28th-anniversary celebration for the Corvette Museum, recorded by Corvette Blogger.”We’ve done some things that I think will be very much appreciated by those that build their engine,” Spande continued. What Price Glory?Previous iterations of the Build Your Own Engine program meant buyers would join assembly-line workers to help assemble their motor. For 2023, though, the Bowling Green, Kentucky, plant has designed a specific area of the plant where participants will be able to help assemble their engine alongside professionals without having to go down the line. The Build Your Own Engine program was a $5000 option in the past, according to Corvette Blogger. Considering all of the new accommodations the factory has made to add this option back to the floor, we’re betting it’s going to be a lot more expensive this time around. We’ve reached out to Chevrolet for official pricing. This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

The 2023 Chrysler 300C is a limited-production send-off for the 300, with 2000 examples set to be sold in the United States.The 300C is powered by the familiar 6.4-liter Hemi V-8, producing 485 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque.The 300C starts at $56,595.After nearly two decades, the Chrysler 300 will cease production following the 2023 model year. But the 300 will not go quietly into the night, instead roaring towards the grave with a 6.4-liter Hemi V-8. This is the heart of the limited-edition 300C, revealed ahead of the Detroit auto show, with only 2000 units of the brawny sedan set to be built for the United States and an extra 200 for Canada. Chrysler 300s of the PastThat 391-cubic-inch engine cranks out 485 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque, with Chrysler claiming a 4.3-second sprint to 60 mph and a 12.4 second quarter-mile time. Top speed is a claimed 160 mph. This engine was previously featured in the 300 SRT, built from 2012 to 2015, but that car’s version of this V-8 made 15 fewer horsepower. This engine also powers 392-badged Dodge Chargers, Challengers, and Jeep Wranglers, plus the Durango and Grand Cherokee SRT models. Now all that’s left for Chrysler to do is rip out the Pacifica minivan’s Stow ’N Go seats and replace them with the 6.4-liter to make a mid-engined muscle van.The 300C comes only with rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission, and stopping power comes from red four-piston Brembo brakes. The 300C is also fitted with a limited-slip differential and adaptive dampers. The exterior is styled with black chrome accents on the front end, black headlight and taillight bezels, and round black exhaust tips. The 300C rides on 20-inch wheels and the limited-edition model can be painted Gloss Black, Velvet Red, or Bright White.A new 300C logo—which echoes the tri-color 300C logo of the 1950s—adorns the front grille and is embossed into the headrests of the black Laguna leather seats. The seats, along with the doors and dashboard, also feature silver contrast stitching. Standard equipment includes a 19-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, plus heated and ventilated seats and a heated steering wheel.The 2023 300C will cost $56,595, and Chrysler says orders are open now. Chrysler hasn’t revealed much about what lies beyond for the 300 nameplate, but CEO Chris Feuell was quoted in the press release as saying Chrysler will transform with “a fully electrified future.” The Airflow crossover concept from the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show looked nearly production-ready and is likely to form part of Chrysler’s EV lineup, but its unclear if the traditional 300 sedan will get an electron-powered revival.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

The 2024 Ford Mustang will be revealed at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 14.Ford will be streaming the reveal, which will be held as part of the Detroit auto show, live on YouTube.Ford CEO Jim Farley earlier this year confirmed that the seventh-gen Mustang will offer a manual transmission. Fans are patiently—or perhaps not so patiently—awaiting the debut of the seventh-generation Ford Mustang. Well, the wait will end at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 14, when Ford will reveal its latest pony car as part of the Detroit auto show. The new ‘Stang’s debut can be watched from afar via a livestream on YouTube.This content is imported from youTube. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.All-New Ford Mustang Global Debut | 2022 North American International Auto ShowWatch onThe new Mustang (called S650) will be a 2024 model. Ford CEO Jim Farley back in July confirmed on Twitter the continuation of the manual transmission for the pony car, even plugging the #SaveTheManuals hashtag. More on the Next-Gen ‘StangWe expect the new version to continue to offer an EcoBoost turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder and the Coyote 5.0-liter V-8. Currently, the EcoBoost ‘Stang produces 310 horsepower, whereas the V-8 in the Mustang GT makes 460 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. We expect that both engine variants will be slightly tuned up for the new generation, likely raising power numbers slightly. GLENN PAULINA|Car and DriverBased on the camouflaged test mules we’ve seen driving near our southeast Michigan office, the exterior styling of the car won’t be dramatically different from the current S550 Mustang. We do expect to see more significant changes to the interior. All of that and more should be answered tomorrow night.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

Ferrari has finally revealed the 2023 Purosangue, its long awaited entry into the SUV segment.The Purosangue comes standard with a naturally aspirated V-12 engine that produces 715 horsepower.It’s a four-seater with rear-hinged rear doors to aid access to the rear seats.Over the course of its illustrious history, Ferrari has built sports cars in many different configurations. There are front-engine four-seaters with V-12s, mid-engine two-seaters with V-8s, and even more recent aberrations including an all-wheel-drive shooting brake and a hybrid with a V-6. But we can guarantee that you’ve never seen a Ferrari quite like the 2023 Purosangue. As the first four-door vehicle ever adorned with the prancing horse badge from the factory, this is the company’s long-awaited entry into the unavoidable ultra-luxury-SUV segment.Of course, Ferrari doesn’t like to call it an SUV, instead referring to this new model as an extension of its sports car lineup with a new form factor meant to enhance versatility and comfort. To emphasize that it’s just as much of a Ferrari as any other, the project’s code name, Purosangue (meaning “pureblood”), will be retained for the production model seen here that will reach U.S. customers starting in late 2023.Engine and PerformanceAlso ensuring its place in the Ferrari bloodline is the fact that it will be available at first with only a single powertrain: a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V-12 engine that revs to 8250 rpm. Its power output of 715 horsepower puts it well above the Lamborghini Urus Performante’s twin-turbo V-8, but the nonturbo V-12 falls behind its boosted competitors in terms of torque, with only 528 pound-feet. Ferrari says that 80 percent of that torque will be available at 2100 rpm. But, with the power peaking at 7750 rpm and the torque peak sitting at 6250 rpm, the Purosangue is sure to be a revvy machine.Based on Ferrari’s dry weight figure, we estimate the Purosangue will have a curb weight of close to 5000 pounds. Performance estimates place it near the quickest SUVs we’ve ever tested; Ferrari claims it will accelerate to 62 mph in 3.3 seconds and go on to a top speed of 193 mph. The transmission is an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, and the unusual all-wheel-drive system is the same one introduced on the FF and later used in the GTC4 Lusso. It only operates in the first four gears and up to around 124 mph; above that, it’s a rear-driver. Rear-wheel steering is standard, and so is the same Side Slip Control system from other Ferraris that manages the traction control, stability control, and ABS programming.New Suspension SystemFerrari is particularly proud of the Purosangue’s new suspension technology, saying that this is the crucial component that allows such a tall, large, and heavy vehicle to meet the company’s high standards for handling performance.More on the PurosangueThe setup uses active spool-valve dampers from Multimatic, the same company that supplies non-active adaptive dampers for certain performance versions of the Chevy Camaro and the off-road-oriented Colorado ZR2. But these new units in the Ferrari go a step further and replace the need for anti-roll bars thanks to an electric motor at each corner that can apply force to the dampers to control body motions. The suspension can also lower the car by 0.4 inch during hard cornering, but there’s no way to raise the ride height beyond the standard ground clearance of 7.2 inches, underlining the fact that the Purosangue is not meant for any sort of off-roading. The staggered wheel and tire setup features 22-inch, 255-width rubber up front and 23-inch, 315-width tires in the rear.Unusual DesignWith a long, low nose and a rising character line that creates a wedge-like silhouette, the Purosangue’s proportions are more reminiscent of the GTC4 Lusso’s than any of its taller SUV rivals. Ferrari designers say they intended for there to be a clear separation between the upper body and the lower body. The upper section is meant to be smooth and elegant, and the lower section—consisting of an aggressive rear diffuser and wheel-well cladding that can be finished in either carbon fiber or matte black—is intended to communicate the car’s power and capability. The separate elements help reduce the Purosangue’s height visually, but the design lacks coherence, as there are many stylistic elements competing for your attention.The front end, for instance, tricks you with its headlight cutouts that really aren’t headlights at all. Instead, the scooped-out elements near the hood cutline are air intakes, and the lighting strips bisecting these intakes serve as daytime running lights and turn signals. The actual headlights are further down, flanking the lower air intakes. We’ll leave final judgment on the Purosangue’s looks to you, and we’re curious how it will look in different color combinations, of which there will be many, as Ferrari plans to let customers order their vehicles with a wide range of customization possibilities inside and out.Oh, and the Purosangue also has front-opening rear doors, just like a Rolls-Royce. There’s still a B-pillar, but Ferrari says this configuration aids ingress and egress to the rear seat. Engineers also said that it allowed them to increase the impression of space inside without having to stretch the wheelbase too much. Two individual rear seats are standard, meaning the Purosangue is strictly a four-seater. The cargo area measures 17 cubic feet, and the rear seats fold flat to expand that capacity.Interior and FeaturesThe dashboard incorporates the same digital displays from other Ferrari models, including a 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster for the driver and a screen for the front passenger; there’s no central infotainment screen. The steering wheel features the familiar Mannetino drive-mode controller, along with many other buttons and knobs. Various combinations of leather, Alcantara, and carbon-fiber trims will be available. A carbon-fiber roof is standard, but you can also opt for a glass roof with electrochromic tint adjustments.When it goes on sale late next year, the Purosangue won’t be an easy commodity to acquire. Not only will its base price likely sit near $400,000, but many examples are spoken for, as existing Ferrari owners were already offered first dibs months ago. Ferrari says it does not want the Purosangue to make up more than 20 percent of its overall sales, meaning demand will far outpace supply. Ferrari likes to say that it’s aiming to provide “different Ferrari for different Ferraristi.” And this is definitely a different kind of Ferrari.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

Honda has released pricing for the new 2023 CR-V, which is available in both hybrid and nonhybrid forms.The EX is now the base trim, and it starts at $32,355—a whopping $4310 more than last year’s LX.EPA ratings for the hybrid are out, and it gets up to 40 mpg combined.Honda has announced pricing for the new 2023 CR-V compact crossover, along with fuel-economy ratings for the hybrid and nonhybrid models. The new model follows the trend of many other vehicles these days and eliminates the base trim level, meaning the point of entry is far higher than before. The 2023 CR-V EX starts at $32,355, which is $1800 more than last year’s EX and a whopping $4310 more than last year’s base LX.Front-wheel drive and a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four are standard, with all-wheel drive a $1500 option. Among nonhybrid models, there’s also a $35,005 EX-L trim with a bit more equipment including leather upholstery and a larger touchscreen.More on Honda SUVsThe hybrid lineup starts with the $33,695 CR-V Sport, which introduces a front-wheel-drive hybrid model that wasn’t available on the previous-generation CR-V. This means it achieves higher mpg ratings than before, with the EPA combined estimate rising from 38 mpg to 40 mpg. The 2023 CR-V Sport Touring, a fully loaded model with equipment including 19-inch wheels, an upgraded audio system also comes only as a hybrid. It starts at $39,845, or $800 more than last year’s hybrid Touring model. The CR-V Sport Touring comes only with all-wheel drive and is rated at 37 mpg combined.Honda says that the nonhybrid CR-V will arrive at dealerships starting September 22, with the hybrid set to go on sale in October.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder starts at $36,295, which is only $360 more than the previous year. The Rock Creek trim, the newest to the Pathfinder lineup, is an off-road-oriented model starting at $44,115.Updated standard features include a new wireless charging pad for the SL trim and a power passenger’s seat for the SL and Platinum trims.The Nissan Pathfinder entered its most recent generation for the 2022 model year with a boxier and more rugged look. For 2023, the Pathfinder becomes more rugged once again, through the addition of the Rock Creek trim that has a suspension lift, 18-inch beadlock wheels, and other visual upgrades. We now know that the Rock Creek starts at $44,115, and that pricing is up for other Pathfinder trim levels as well.Prices for both the base S and the mid-level SV are up by $360, with the S costing $36,295 and the SV costing $39,115. The SL trim increases by the largest amount, adding $880 and bringing the price to $42,715. The SL receives a wireless charging pad as a new standard feature.More on the PathfinderThe range-topping Platinum trim increases by $830, bringing it to a stout $49,265. Most Pathfinder models come standard with front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive costing $1900 extra. The Rock Creek comes standard with all-wheel drive, meaning it fits between the AWD SV and AWD SL within the lineup. The loaded Platinum with AWD crests $51,000.The Pathfinder’s seating configurations have changed a bit, too. While the Platinum previously came standard with second-row captain’s chairs, the top trim level now comes with a three-place bench and offers those chairs as part of a $550 option package, like on lower trims. The Rock Creek comes standard with the captain’s chairs. The SL and the Platinum also receive a 10-way power adjustable passenger seat as a newly standard feature.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More

Latest touring coach from Airstream targets adventurers and nomads with an off-grid-ready rig that’s inspired by the #VanLife movement.The 21-foot Rangeline van rides on a Ram ProMaster 3500 chassis and features a clever generator system that runs on the gasoline in the van’s tank rather than a separate LP canister.Seating for four and sleeping accommodations for two are standard, but an optional pop-top roof provides an extra place for two campers.Interested in joining the Van Life movement but have no desire to craft a mobile living space with your own two hands? Airstream’s latest touring coach—the Rangeline—is a turnkey option that will get you on the road and to your next adventure without having to get your hands dirty. More Ready-Made Adventure MobilesUnlike Airstream’s other motorhomes, which use the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis, the Rangeline is built around the Ram ProMaster 3500 commercial van. That means all models come with a 280-hp 3.6-liter V-6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The van’s front-wheel-drive platform is ideal for such an application as it provides a low, flat load floor. However, ground clearance isn’t as generous as it is in all-wheel-drive variants of the Sprinter van. If your adventures require occasional off-road trails, the Rangeline may not have the clearance for that. It does, however, offer a towing capacity of 3500 pounds. Since it’s smaller than other motorhomes, Airstream has had to get creative with storage solutions and interior layout in the same ways that DIY van-lifers and tiny-home builders have. It can accommodate two adults on its flip-down double bed while an optional pop-top feature adds sleeping space for two more for an additional $11,694. Overhead storage is abundant, and a clever drawer that’s designed to hold dog bowls slides out from beneath the 3.2-cubic-foot refrigerator. The van’s front seats swivel around so they can pull double duty as loungers, and in lieu of a built-in cooktop, a portable induction hot plate is designed to store in one of the galley’s drawers.A wet bath is hidden behind a silver accordion-style door, and aluminum ceiling panels are a reminder of Airstream’s iconic “silver bullet” camping trailer design. Airstream says it used Lizard Skin insulation—a spray-in product that’s also available to consumers—throughout the design to damp out sounds and help maintain comfortable temperatures inside the Rangeline’s living quarters. The exterior is nicely finished with a fixed running board on the passenger side to aid access to the interior and a manually deployed awning that’s free of side supports, eliminating the fear of whacking your head as you walk into your campsite at night.Like many of Airstream’s other products, including the Basecamp trailer, the Rangeline is equipped with features to satisfy buyers who intend to camp off the grid. It comes with a built-in generator that runs on gasoline stored in the van’s fuel tank rather than a separate source such as LP gas or propane. There’s also a 200-watt solar panel and a 270-Ah battery bank to store electricity. Of course, the Rangeline can also be connected to shore power if you’re parked at a traditional campground, and all of its connections for electricity and water supplies have been cleverly hidden behind a panel on the driver’s side to preserve the van’s sleek, finished appearance.Airstream says the Rangeline is prewired for several different aftermarket options for on-board enhancements such as a Wi-Fi hotspot, a cellphone booster, and a satellite TV antenna. The company also says its target audience for the Rangeline includes singles and couples or families with small childen who want to tour the country or visit nearby locations on short-haul weekend trips. There’s a price for the convenience of a ready-equipped adventure mobile as the Rangeline starts at $134,582. Handmade camper vans can be done on the cheap, but those with high-end features such as those found in the Rangeline can approach a similar bottom line. The Rangeline is available for order now through Airstream dealers and, if you’re so inclined and are in the area, it will be on display at America’s Largest RV Show in Hershey, Pennsylvania, September 14–18.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.This content is imported from OpenWeb. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. More