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2019 Ford Mustang
The world's best-selling sports coupe gets new technology and special editions for 2019.
•The iconic Mustang Bullitt returns with an exclusive 480-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 engine, plus distinctive design and trim.
•Classic California Special returns with Shelby-inspired design and trim enhancements, along with distinctive five-spoke painted machined rims.
•Three new vintage-inspired stripes further enhance pony personalization.
•Rev-matching shifting comes to 6-speed Mustang GT, while EcoBoost® gets an optional quad-tip fully active exhaust. All-new custom-tuned 1,000-watt B&O PLAY by HARMAN high-performance sound system and available Apple CarPlay™ compatibility for Ford+Alexa and Waze via SYNC® 3 will satisfy audiophiles. FordPass™ Connect in-vehicle Wi-Fi replaces SYNC® Connect. It is now standard on Mustang EcoBoost and GT Premium editions. New colors: Velocity Blue, Need for Green, Dark Highland Green (Bullitt only)
•12V powerpoints (2)
•Air conditioning
•Ambient lighting with MyColor® (Premium)
•Audio – AM/FM stereo with 6-speakers
•Audio – SiriusXM® Radio with 6-month trial subscription (Premium)
•Cruise control
•Engine – 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (EcoBoost)
•Engine – 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (GT)
•Front and rear stabilizer bars
•Intelligent Access with push-button start
•LED headlamps with LED signature lighting
•Limited-slip rear differential
•Mirrors – Power sideview with integrated blind spot mirrors
•Power windows and door locks
•Rear sequential light-emitting diode (LED) turn signal lamps
•Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
•Remote Keyless Entry System
•Selectable-effort electronic power-assisted steering
•SYNC® with 4.2-inch color LCD screen in center stack
•SYNC 3 with 8-inch color LCD capacitive touchscreen with AppLink,® 911 Assist® and 2 smart-charging ÚSB ports (Premium)
•Tilt/telescoping steering column
•Transmission – 6-speed manual
•Transmission – 6-speed manual with Rev Matching (GT, GT Premium)
•AdvanceTrac® electronic stability control
•Airbags – Driver's knee, glove-box-doorintegrated knee, front-seat side, and side-curtain airbags (fastback)
•Brakes – 4-wheel disc with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
•Illuminated Entry System
•Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS; excludes spare)
•LATCH – Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children in rear outboard seating positions
•Perimeter alarm
•Personal Safety System™ for driver and front passenger with dual-stage front airbags
•Rear view camera
•SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System
•SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
•12' LCD instrument cluster with MyColor
•Active valve performance exhaust
•Adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection
•Audio – B&O™ Premium Audio System
•Engine block heater
•MagneRide™ Damping System
•Reverse Sensing System
•Selectable drive modes with 4-gang toggle switch pack
•Transmission – 10-speed SelectShift® automatic with paddle shifters, and Remote Start System
•Voice-activated Navigation System with SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link® with 5-year subscription
•Black Accent Package
•California Special Package
•Carbon Sport Interior Package
•EcoBoost Performance Package
•Enhanced Security Package
•Ford Safe and Smart™ Package
•GT Performance Package
•GT Performance Package Level II
•'Over-the-Top' Racing Stripes
•Pony Package
•Premium Plus Package
•Wheel & Stripe Package
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A 'pillar of American automotive lore', the Mustang is the vehicle the brought sporting dash and styling at a price that almost everyone could afford. Always extraordinarily attractive, the Mustang has been capturing the hearts of drivers for nearly 40 years. Introducing a whole new breed of automobile, the pony car, Ford wasn't content to stand on the sidelines while others jumped ahead. Rather than improving their lackluster intermediate, they designed a small sports car that would be 'the next hot item in the street wars'. Designed originally as a two-seater in the European tradition, the Mustang came with an obligatory back seat and a variety of options that came the buyer an opportunity to customize their purchase. The only class of muscle cars that still exists today, the pony car class originated by Mustang has continued to dominate.
With a long and VERY lucrative background, the Ford Mustang has a history like no other vehicle. There has been a longstanding bit of rivalry between the Ford Motor Company and the Chevy division from GM, since both companies operated on the same market. Ford introduced the Falcon in response to Chevy's release of the Corvair, and fortunately sold much better, similar to what the Thunderbird did to the Corvette in the 1950's.
Chevy's next move was to introduce the Corvair Monza, a sporty, compact vehicle that the public loved. To combat this new threat, Ford had to produce a brand new vehicle with not only a sporty image, but sporty actions that would attract the younger generation. Called the 'Pony Car', the Mustang was unveiled to the public on April 13, 1964 and was advertised as 'the car to be designed by you'. Knowing that baby boomers would be ruling the 1960's, and that they would want a car as vastly different from their parents' as possible, Ford designed a production vehicle that would wow this generation. Except for the Corvette, compared to every other American car then in production, the Mustang was stunning and gorgeously sleek. Wanting it to be an affordable vehicle, much of the Mustang's engineering would be shared with an existing Ford product.
The young vice president at Ford, Lee Iacocca is responsible for this iconic legend. Requests were made to him to bring back the two-seater Thunderbird, and in 1962 he built the Mustang I-prototype; which was a V4 two-seater. What was introduced in 1963 ended up being a four-seater that was met with overwhelming acclaim and the vehicle was taken into production. A variety of the Mustang's components, including the drivetrain, were 'borrowed' from the Falcon to reduce the cost of production. The Ford Mustang was launched at the World Exhibition of NY in the spring of 1964.
During its development, the Ford Mustang was extensively advertised to attract the maximum amount of appeal before it actually hit the streets. Ford ran simultaneous commercials on all three major television networks in 1964 and the response was overwhelming. The Mustang was the hot new thing, and everyone wanted their own. The standard Mustang cost around $2,400, and more than 22,000 Mustang's were sold on the first day. 100,000 Mustangs were sold in the first four months, 418,000 in the first year, and the 1,000,000th Mustang was sold in 1966.
Available in only two models originally, the 1964 ½ as it was dubbed, came as either a coupe or a convertible. Both of these models showcased a lengthened hood, a shortened rear deck, chrome grille with a running horse, full wheel covers and chrome wrap-around bumpers. A characteristic standard on the Mustang for years was the three taillights on both sides. The interior of the Mustang was just as sporty as the exterior, with two seats in the front and a tiny backseat.
The 1965 Mustang debuted as a simple sports vehicle powered by a 170 cid six cylinder and a pair of V8's. The name Mustang was taken from a fighter plane, the P-51 Mustang.
The horse motif quickly became the emblem for the mustang as preliminary allusions were made to the horse. Ford was enjoying its high volume sales and visibility, while buyers loved its low price, short trunk styling, long hood and variety of options. Halfway through 1964 Ford introduced the sporty 2+2 fastback body style that joined the hardtop coupe and convertible.
For the 1965 model year, the Fastback model was introduced and in April of this same year, the GT model was unveiled. For this year alone, over 500,000 Mustangs were produced.
Only minor cosmetic updates were made in 1966, while the choice of available interior colors and styles were increased to 34 variety options. To further separate the Mustang from its Falcon roots, the gauge cluster was redone, and the 260 cid V8 was replaced with 2 and 4 barrel version of the 289 cid V8. From 1965 through March 1rst 1966 the Shelby GT-350 Mustang dominated on the racing track. The Shelby was available in 4 different colors and received automatic transmission. Unique examples were prepared for Hertz Rent a Car for rental to weekend drag racers. Through 1968 a Paxton supercharger; which boosted horsepower as much as 40%, was available on the GT-350.
The following year the 1967 Mustang received a larger grille and simulated air-scoops. This year's version was a much more aggressive model that featured much more accurate to the available engines. Much bulkier sheetmetal below the beltline was added, along with a concave tail panel along with a full fastback roofline for the fastback body style. A big block 390 was introduced by Ford to compete with the all new Chevy Camaro SS396. The 390 was slightly detuned, but its popularity sealed the end of the 289 cid engine, which was dropped from the lineup. The GT/CS California Special was introduced in 1968 and received a new dashboard with two large meters, and three little ones. The GT350 continued to be powered by a modified 289 V8, though output dropped to 290bhp. The brand new GT500 was powered by a reworked 428V8. Featuring plenty of luxury options, the 1967 Shelby's were considered to be 'much more civilized', and appealed greatly to buyers. These were the final Shelby Mustangs actually built by Shelby-American, all future models would be built by Ford with little involvement by Shelby.
For the 1968 model year, the Mustang received side trim, a much simpler grille and a limited number of 427 engines. These engines cranked out 390bhp, though they were slightly detuned, they had amazing street popularity. The 428 Cobra Jet engine was introduced on April 1, 1968. Based on the regular 428, the Cobra Jet included larger valve heads, an oil-pan windage tray and the race 427's intake manifold. The output was listed at 335bhp and it featured ram-air induction and breathed through a functional hood scoop. Shelby's remained in the lineup and were joined by an available convertible model that was renamed the Shelby Cobra. The GT350 received a 302 cid 250 bhp engine in place of its 289 cid 306 bhp engine. The GT-500 was deleted and replaced by the GT-500KR ('King of the Road') halfway through the year. This new model came with the new Ram Air 428 Cobra Jet, still underrated at 335 bhp. A total of 249,447 2D Hardtop models were produced this year, 42,581 fastback models, and 25,376 convertibles.
The 1969 Mustang was much larger, longer by nearly 4 inches, and much heavier. A running horse, similar to the one of the front fenders of the first generation appeared in place of the corral, and new inner headlights were introduced. New models introduced this year were the Grande, the Mach 1, the Boss 429 and the Boss 302. The Grande model was based solely on the hardtop coupe and was a luxurious model both inside and out. The Mach 1 was a vehicle with its racing side accentuated, while the Mach 1 featured a plus interior, air scoops, a tough Windsor engine, a matblack hood and heavy striping. Arriving standard with a 351 cid V8, the Mach 1 could also be had with the 428 Cobra Jet, which now came in three states of tune, the first being a non-Ram Air version, the second was the Ram-Air version and the and the Super Cobra Jet which came with the Drag Pack option.
The Boss Mustangs were named after stylist Larry Shinoda's nickname for Ford president Semon 'Bunkie' Knudson. The Boss 302 Mustang was an exclusive model that was introduced to give Ford an opportunity to use the vehicle on the Trans-Am races. Before Ford was allowed to run the Boss 302 on the racing circuit, Ford had to sell a thousand vehicles to the public, according to the Trans-Am regulations. The Boss 302 was Ford's response to Chevy's Camaro Z/28 in Trans Am racing. The Boss 429 package came complete with a race ready 429 cid V8 with ram air induction, an aluminum high riser and header type exhaust manifolds. Unfortunately, the Boss 429s were a complete disappointment on the streets where their dependence on high revs hurt their street starts, and the original batch had incorrect valve springs that would stop winding at 4500rpm rather than 6000rpm. They did featured good handling, and the Boss 429 lasted through 1970. A total of 72,458 Mach 1's were produced this year, along with 14,746 convertibles, 22,182 Grande Hardtop Coupes, 1,934 Boss 302's and 858 of the Boss 429.
For the 1970 model year, the Boss 302 and 429 continued on, while the 428 Cobra Jet remained as the top engine choice for the Mach 1 Mustang. The 429 Cobra Jet was new for 1970 and standard in the Boss 429. The Super Cobra Jet was rated for 375 bhp while the 429 Cobra Jet was rated at 370 bhp. 1970 was the final year for the Shelby Cobra's. A total of 40,970 Mach 1's were produced, 7,643 convertibles, 13,581 Grande Hardtop Coupes, 6,318 Boss 302's and 498 Boss 429s.
For the 1970 Mustang, Ford went back to just two headlights, replacing the outboard lights with attractive scoops that fed nothing at all. The phony side scoops were also deleted on all models. The 351 V8's were now produced at Ford's Cleveland plant rather than the Windsor, Ontario facility and were of a slightly different design. Sales for the 1970 model year dipped to 190,727 Mustangs.
The 1971 Mustang was extended by 2.1 inches of length, 2.8 inches of width, a 100lbs were added and an additional inch of wheelbase was added. Ford's decade of 'Total Performance' was reaching its end. Taken off of the lineup this year was the Shelby models, the Boss 302 and the Boss 429 models. The remaining engine choices were not great, as the 351 engine was detuned from 300 bhp to 285 bhp while the 429 Cobra Jet dropped 5 bhp down to 370 bhp.
The Mach 1 Mustang and the all-new Boss 351 model was dominated the performance end for Mustang in 1970. The Mach 1 featured the 351 Cleveland V8 as its standard engine and it came with 285bhp though a 330bhp version was also available. The top power choice was the 429 Super Cobra Jet Ram Air, while the 429 Cobra Jet sported 370bhp. The 429 Super Cobra Jet Ram Air had 11.3:1 compression and had 375bhp. This would the Boss 351's only season as Ford's performance was continuously declining. The 351 weighed less, and featured a race bred 351 engine that had a radical solid-lifter cam, 11.0:1 compression, ram-air induction. It also came with a Hurst four-speed transmission and 3.91:1 Traction-Lok differential. Only 149,678 Mustangs were sold in 1971, 41,049 less than the previous year.
1972 led to all power ratings being listed in net ratings which included all accessories. The end of Ford Mustang performance, this led to some drastic drops in power listings, which included the drop of all big block options. The Mach 1 ended up being the only model with any performance, as the Boss 351 was dropped. A total of 27,675 Mach 1's were produced, and 6,401 convertibles. The top engine option for 1972 was a 275bhp 351 Cleveland.
For 1973 emission controls were only tightened more, and all engine choices' power ratings were dropped. Mandatory bumpers that could withstand a 5mph collision were the result of new federal guidelines. These bumpers did not do much to improve the look of the Mustang. Producing just 156bhp, the top engine was a 351 V8. Sales picked up for 1973 and a total of 134,867 Mustangs were sold, Ford realized that it was time to rethink the Mustang.
The fifth generation of the Ford Mustang was introduced in 1974. Unfortunately the Mustang II was considered by many to be too small, underpowered, feature poor handling, but surprisingly, it sold very well. Baby boomers were turning to smaller imported cars, and emissions regulations made the high-compression, high-horsepower V8's rather unstable. Ford decided to make the Mustang a smaller, more fuel-efficient car to keep up with the market.
The 1974 Mustang II was unveiled without the Falcon components that had been a standard from day one. The all-new Mustang was placed atop the basic structure and suspension of its subcompact Pinto. Still a unibody design, the Pinto was smaller than the Falcon, but basically similar, and the front suspension was still a double wishbone design while the rear suspension was still bolted to its solid rear axle to a pair of leaf springs. The chassis of the Pinto did have a rack-and-pinion steering gear instead of the Falcon's re-circulating ball, and the front disc brakes were standard.
With an overall length of only 175 inches, the Mustang II rode on a very small 96.2 inch wheelbase and weighed about 400 lbs less than the previous years version. Though a smaller size, the Mustang II actually featured traditional Mustang styling features like the scalloped sides, the running horses in the grille and the three-piece taillights. The Mustang II was available as either a fastback hatchback or a notchback coupe. Prices ranged from $3,134 for the base coupe and $3,674 for a Mach 1 hatchback.
The 1974 Mustang II was the first Mustang to ever be offered with a four-cylinder engine and without a V8. Rated at a lowly 88 horsepower, the base engine was a single-overhead cam four that displaced 2.3 liters. The German-built 'Cologne' 2.8 liter OHV V6 was the only optional engine and it only produced a disappointing 105 horsepower. The first Mustang II was considered to be very underpowered. The standard four-speed manual or a three-speed automatic were the only two transmissions available.
For this year, a 'Ghia' notchback and Mach 1 fastback were made available. The Ghia featured a vinyl top and special interior trim that was 'fancy'. The Mach 1 came with the V6. Despite being an unpopular vehicle today, this more economical Mustang II was sold an amazingly 385,993 units for 1974.
For 1975 the V8 was returned to the Mustang lineup. Achieving 122 horsepower, the 5.0-liter V8 had only a two-barrel carb and exhaled through a cataylic converter. The automatic transmission was the only transmission available behind the V8. A new 'MPG' coupe was added to the 1975 model lineup. Unfortunately the Mustang II wasn't as popular as its predecessors and production dipped to 188,586.
The following year not many changes were made, and all the variations from the 1975 model year followed along with the addition of a new 'Stallion' appearance package that was available on the fastback. The Cobra II package was also introduced this year and added a large rear spoiler, a fake hood scoop and blue stripes across white paint to a V8-powered fastback. It looked impressive, though the Cobra II wasn't any faster than other similarly powered Mustang IIs. Also new this year was the now 134-horsepower V8 made available with a four-speed manual transmission, with an output of the standard four surging to 92 horsepower while the V6's rating jumped to 102 horsepower. Sales for 1976 peaked at 187,567 units.
The 1977 Mustang II was only featured minor trim changes from the previous year. The Cobra II did receive a variety of new colors available. The options list now included T-top removable glass roof panels and simulated wire wheel covers. The V6 power dropped to 93 hp, and the four down to 89hp. Production was dropped down to 153,117 units for 1977.
The extreme 'King Cobra' version was introduced in 1978 and featured some snazzy graphics along with a hood scoop turned backward. The only changes for the Mustang II for this year were minor updates to the trim. Production for 1978 surprisingly peaked at 192,410 units.
The sixth generation of the Ford Mustang was unveiled in 1979 and was built atop the shortened chassis of the Ford Fairmont 'Fox' body that had been introduced the year before. The Pinto parts were replaced with the unibody structure of the Fox platform, but that's where the similarities ended. A modified MacPherson strut system was the new front suspension that mounted a spring separate from the strut itself, while a new link and coil spring rear suspension held up the back of the car. This basic suspension system would remain in use on the Ford Mustang until the 2003 mode lyear.
The 1979 Mustang could be purchased as a coupe or a fastback hatchback. Measuring at 179.1 inches, the new Mustang rode on a 100.4-inch wheelbase. This model featured much more room than previous Mustangs due to a more upright-oriented cockpit and flatter doors that allowed for more shoulder and hip room. Not really recognizable as previous models, the new Mustang was attractive, angular and handsome. Four square headlights appeared, but no running horse in the shovel nose grille, and the sides also no longer featured the signature side scallop. The taillights were also divided into six segments instead of three.
The same three engines from the 1978 Mustang II could be found on the 1979 model. Rated at 88 hp was the 2.3-liter SOHC, the 4.9-liter V8 achieved 140 horsepower, while the 2.8-liter Cologne V6 made 109 HP. New this year was a turbocharged version of the four that was capable of 140 hp, but unfortunately this version had epic boost lag and very bad reliability. The previous 200-cubic-inch; 3.3-liter OHV straight six was reintroduced and achieved 94 hp. Three-speed automatic was optional, while four-speed manual transmissions were standard behind all engines.
1979 was a very popular year for the Mustang! Around 369,936 models were built this year and the most desirable of all models this year ended up being the 6,000 Indy pace car replica fastbacks. This model came with a unique hood scoop, a snazzy rear spoiler, a unique front air dam, Recaro front seats and black and silver paint with orange graphics. This car could be purchased with either turbo four or V8 power that came with the TRX wheel and tire package. A 'Cobra' package was available on the hatchback and featured a fake hood scoop, though no pillars and the Gria trim returned to the coupe.
Though very few visual changes were made for the 1980 model year for the Mustang, several options were changed that affected this years lineup that made this year a bad year for Mustang. The 2.8-liter V6 and the 5.0-liter V8 were both deleted from the line, while the only six available was the pathetic 3.3-liter straight six. The only V8 was a new version of Ford's small-block that displaced 255 cubic inches, and could only shrug out 119 hp. This was considered to be the worst V8 engine ever offered in a Mustang. The Turbo four became the most powerful engine available in 1980.
The 1980 Cobra package included all of the spoilers and scoops used on the previous year's pace car, along with a gaudy oversized cobra hood decal. A total of 271,322 units were sold.
In 1981 a five-speed manual transmission finally became available for the Ford Mustang as an option behind the regular and turbocharged fours. The T-Top roof returned to the options list for the Mustang this year. Sale dipped down to 182,552 vehicles.
Finally in 1982 things started to improve for the Ford Mustang. A new 'High Output' version of the 5.0-liter V8 was unveiled and could achieve an impressive 157 hp with 2-barrel carburetion in a revived Mustang GT hatchback. The 1982 Mustang GT was backed be a four-speed manual transmission. Three progressively more luxurious series were introduced also this year, the L, GL and GLX. For a brief time, the turbo four was deleted, while the base four, iron lump straight six and the 4.2-liter V8 all continued on through 1982. A 'Special Service Package' notchback coupe was introduced (though not sold to the public) and was equipped with the Mustang GT's 157-horsepower V8 and four-speed transmission. This was a pursuit vehicle for the California Highway Patrol, and the CHP purchased 400 of these vehicles. These models continued in production until 1993 when Ford ended production.
In 1983 an all-new grille with Ford's Blue Oval logo placed at its center. The Mustang convertible returned to the lineup in the form of a conversion performed by ASC, Inc. on coupe bodies. This convertible was available in either GLX or GT trim and came with power operation, rear-quarter windows that rolled down and a real glass rear window.
Also in this year, the Mustang drivetrain was revamped. The straight six the 4.2 liter V8 were completely deleted while an updated version of the turbocharged 2.3-liter SOHC four was reintroduced to the lineup, this time with electronic fuel injection that improved the turbo lag and increased engine longevity. The 5.0-liter HO V8 now came with a four-barrel carburetor and was rated at 175 hp. The V8 engine was now available with the fabulous Borg-Warner T5 five-speed manual transmission. The six-cylinder option was the new 'Essex' 3.8-liter V6 that achieved 112 horsepower. Despite all of these modifications, 1983 wasn't the greatest year for the Ford Mustang, and only a total of 120,873 Mustangs were sold, and this included 23,428 convertibles.
Not too many changes were made for the 1984 model year, as most was a carryover. With 165 hp, a fuel-injected version of the HO V8 was available with the automatic transmission. Back for one final year, the turbo four was now rated at 145 horsepower in the Mustang GT. The suspension tuning was revised a bit, and halfway through the 1984 model year, Ford introduced a GT-350 20th anniversary package for convertibles and hatchbacks.
The big news for this year was introduction of the sophisticated SVO Mustang. Showcasing a very unique look, the SVO didn't have a grille on its front end and it featured single square headlamps. Powered by an inter-cooled version of the turbocharged 2.3-liter four, it was rated at a very impressive175 hp. The SVO was equipped nicely and featured 16-inch wheels on five-lug hubs with four-wheel disc brakes. Unfortunately it was priced very high at $15,596 and it was no match in speed to the V8-powered Mustang GT. Sales were not impressive.
In 1985 an all-new grille design was introduced and it featured a single large slit between the two pairs of headlights. The Mustang GT received a new set of 15-inch cast-aluminum wheels with P225/60VR15 Goodyear Eagle 'Gatorback' tires. The 5.0 HO engine now could achieve 210 hp in four-barrel carbureted form. The turbocharged four was taken off the Mustang GT options list, meanwhile the SVO continued in the lineup.
The only induction system on the 1986 5.0 HO was fuel injection, output was 200 hp in the Mustang GT with both the five-speed manual and four-speed automatic. This year real dual exhaust was introduced and now there where two catalytic converters so each engine bank featured its own exhaust right to the tail pipes. The SVO had an output of 200 hp and its turbo four was recalibrated.
The V6 engine option was deleted in 1987, which resulted in the deletion of the expensive SVO. Trim levels were down to just LX and GT, the coupe in LX was only the hatchback and convertible available in both trims. The GT received its own grille-less face, specific taillights, rear spoiler, turbine wheels and urethane side skirts. The LX and GT models also received a new interior that included an improved dashboard that placed all of the instruments in a pod directly in front of the driver. Now even the 2.3-liter, SOHC four-cylinder engine now featured fuel injection and could get 90 hp. The 5.0-liter HO was now updated and could achieve 225 hp regardless of transmission. The 1988 and '89 Mustangs remained basically unchanged from 1987, while the '5.0 Mustang' also remained mechanically unchanged through 1993.
For the 1990 model year Ford was seriously contemplating re-engineering the vehicle to accept a driver-side airbag, but they chose to spend the money and installed the airbag, meanwhile eliminating the tilt steering column in the process. The following year an all-new five-spoke, 16-inch wheel was available on both LX and GT 5.0-liter Mustangs. This model continued on the next year, with only a few 'limited edition' models offered.
In 1993 the Mustang GT and basic Mustang LX remained virtually unchanged. The 5.0-liter engine's output was updated to 205 horsepower and an all-new special-edition Mustang, the SVT Cobra was introduced! Extremely attractive, the SVT Cobra featured 1983 Mustang taillights, the front air dam from the GT, 17-inch wheels and a new grille with the running horse emblem prominently displayed. The 5.0-liter inside the Cobra was updated to achieve 235 horsepower, while the larger wheels, tires and four-wheel disc brakes 'all expanded the other parameters of performance'. Ford was able to sell 114,228 Fox-based Mustangs during this year, even after 15 years in production. A total of 4,993 Cobra's were produced during the '93 model year, while an additional 107 'Cobra R's' were produced. These models were track ready versions of the Cobra that were built without normal luxuries like a backseat or even a radio.
The seventh generation of the Ford Mustang was introduced in 1994 and continued on until 1998. This new Mustang was very obviously influenced by the styling themes of previous Mustangs. The galloping horse was once again placed in the grille, and the side scallop was returned while the taillights were split into three segments, horizontally rather than vertically. The interior featured a twin-pod dashboard that utilized the dashes between '64 ½ and '73. A two-door coupe with a semi-fastback roof and a convertible where the only two body styles offered.
For this year, the Fox platform was thoroughly reinforced, but the basic modified MacPherson strut front and coil sprung solid rear axle remained the same. ABS was optional and four-wheel disc brakes were now used throughout the line. The new convertible featured the drop top, and this was the first Mustang convertible since 1973 that was actually conceived as a convertible and not a conversion. The structure was much stiffer and the car now handled than the previous year's model.
Only two engine options were available for 1994, Base Mustangs received a fuel-injected development of the 3.8-liter Essex V6 rated at 145 horsepower. The GT received an updated version of 5.0-liter V8 with a flatter intake manifold that was rated at 215 horsepower. Both of these engines could be joined to either five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmissions. The 1994 Mustang GT could be purchased with either 16-inch or 17-inch wheels and tires, and it was found to be the most dependable and best handling Mustang.
The Mustang was picked to pace the Indianapolis 500 for the third time in its history. Ford used its SVT; Special Vehicle Team to create another Cobra version of the Mustang. The end result of the teams effort was a slightly modified GT that featured 17-inch wheels, and due to a set of Ford's 'GT40' cylinder heads and a different intake, a 5.0-liter V8 that produced 240 horsepower. The Cobra was easily recognized by its blistered hood, front fascia with round foglamps, rear spoiler and snake logos on the fenders and in their grilles. The Cobra used to pace the 500 was a convertible, while the Cobra coupe was much more common. In 1994 alone 1,000 Cobra convertibles were sold, while 5,009 Cobra coupes were sold this year.
A big hit, the new Mustang was sold into a market that wasn't the same as it had been in 1965. A total of 123,198 Mustangs were sold during the 1994 model year.
Not many changes were made in 1995 as the concept was basically very fresh and quite popular. A new GTS model was introduced this year, and was basically the Mustang GT's drivetrain in a very plain Mustang shell. Sales were increased to 190,994 units for this year and that included 48,264 convertibles along with another 5,006 SVT Cobras.
For 1996 the 5.0-liter V8 was replaced with Ford's 4.6 liter, SOHC V8 in the Mustang GT. This engine was rated at the same 215 horsepower as the outgoing 5.0. The 4.6 started a whole new trend in Mustang history as the old small-block Ford V8 engine was deleted after 31 years of faithful service. The 3.8-liter V6 was re-rated to 150 horsepower and transmission choices remained the five-speed manual or four-speed automatic.
For 1995 several 250 Cobra R models were introduced, powered by a 5.8-liter version of the Ford small-block V8 that achieved 300 horsepower. Unfortunately they weren't very popular due to the lack of creature comforts like AC, radio and a rear seat.
The following year Ford added new taillights for the Mustang that were divided vertically into three segments. The only other minor update was revised front fender badges on the GT heralding the 4.6 engine. A majorly updated version of the SVT Cobra was introduced in this same year and it came complete with an all-aluminum, DOHC, 32-valve version of the 4.6-liter engine. The hood featured a new bulge to accommodate the tall engine. This SVT Cobra came with 305 horsepower and performed so much better than the previous model, this was the most powerful V8 in a Mustang since the Boss 351 back in 1971. In 1996 Cobra production peaked at 7,496 coupes and 2,510 convertibles.
For the 1997 model year, the Mustang was available in a variety of new colors, and it sported new upholstery and a new security system. A total of 108,344 Mustangs were produced this year, 6,961 of them were Cobra coupes, and 3,088 Cobra convertibles. The Cobra received updated five-spoke wheels, revisions to the 4.6-liter V8 that increased output to 225 horsepower.
The 1998 Mustang was basically a carryover, and sales increased nicely to a total of 175,522 produced for the year. Out of that amount, 5,174 of those were Cobra coupes and 3,480 Cobra convertibles.
For 1999 the Mustang entered into its eighth generation of production and to celebrate, received an updated front and rear fascia along with new sharply creased fenders. A new 'corral' was also added around the galloping horse in the Mustang's grille. The interior and chassis basically remained the same; the only big change for this year was that all 1999 Mustangs received special 35th anniversary badges on their front fenders. Horsepower ratings were largely increased though for this year as significant revisions were made to both the base Mustang's 3.8-liter V6 and the GT's 4.6-liter V8. The V6 was now capable of 190 horsepower while the V8 was at an impressive 260. The five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission options remained the same.
The updated Cobra was intended to be the pride and joy for the Mustang in 1999. The first independent rear suspension was utilized for the first time on a Mustang, and it was basically a trailing arm system that incorporated lightweight aluminum control arms that rode in its individual cradle, which bolted in place of the solid rear axle still used on other Mustangs. The rear suspension was now in great shape, but unfortunately the updated 4.6-liter, DOHC, 32-valve V8 was originally rated at 320 hp but many owners found that their engines often made less than 300 hp. Cobra owners posted a class-action suit and demanded refunds or new engines, and Ford scrambled desperately to satisfy their customers. Cobra production was suspended during the 2000 model year, only a total of 8.095 Cobra's were produced in 1999 and only 454 for 2000.
For 2000, the Mustang remained mostly the same except for the addition of new fender badges. Powered by a 5.4-liter, iron-block version of the DOHC, 32-valve engine that rated at an incredible 385 hp, a very small number (300) of 'Cobra R' models were introduced this year. They came very basic, and very pricey, with a hefty pricetag of $55,845, and lacking any comforts like AC, or a backseat, surprisingly, these models sold out immediately. 2000 was a great year for the Mustang, and a total of 215,393 units were sold.
2001, the Cobra returned! Also new this year was Mustang's attempt at a bit of nostalgia with its special 'Bullitt' edition Mustang GT coupe that was designed to evoke memories of the 1968 Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the film of the same name. Based on the regular GT, the Bullitt featured a lowered suspension, new five-spoke wheels, and a fuel-filler door designed to look similar to an aircraft's. The interior of the Bullitt featured special upholstery and unique graphics on the instrumentation, an aluminum ball shift knob and aluminum-finished pedals, all reminiscent of the '68 GT. The engine could achieve 265 hp and featured a large throttle body. The Bullitt could be purchased in blue, black or dark green. A fabulous success, all 5,000 models were sold immediately.
For 2002 the popular wheels from the Bullitt made its way to the options list for the regular Mustang, but this was the only change for this year. The following year, a much more powerful Cobra was introduced, along with an all-new limited edition Mach 1 model. Pumping out an astonishing 390 hp, the new Cobra utilized a supercharged version of the 4.6-liter, DOHC, 32-valve V8. This baby was the quickest and fastest Mustang EVER built by Ford.
The new Mach 1 introduced in 2002 was basically mechanically identical to the '98 Cobra in specification. It did use a normally aspirated version of the 4.6-liter, DOHC engine that was now rated at 305 hp, a solid rear axle and five-speed manual transmission. The 'Shaker' hood scoop returned on the Mach 1. Other features were a flat, black painted hood and 17-inch versions of the Magnum 500 wheels from the 1960's.
For 2004 the Mustang celebrated 40 years of production and placed a 40th anniversary badge on each '04 Mustang. An Anniversary package could be bought, and it included beige stripes, crimson paint, beige wheels and monogrammed floor mats. Ford introduced a completely redesigned Mustang at the 2004 North American International Auto Show, dubbed 'S-197'. Based on an all-new D2C platform, the 'S-197' was developed under the direction of Chief Engineer Hau Thai-Tang and exterior styling designer Sid Ramnarace.
2005 heralded the ninth generation of the Ford Mustang, and the all-new Mustang debuted first as a concept. Finally the Fox platform was put to bed and replaced with the DEW98 platform that was already being used for the Lincoln LS and the Thunderbird. Wanting to pay tribute to the many classic models in its history, the new Mustang featured the side sculpting, the fastback roofline and taillights, reminiscent of the '65 Mustang, while the canted nose with its large grille and round headlights was much like the '67 to '69 Mustangs.
The interior of the '05 Mustang was also very similar to the old model, with a dual-hooded dash with optional aluminum accent panels it was much like the '67-'68 Mustang. The big speedo and tach, round steering wheel hub and circular air vents were also reminiscent to old models. The backlighting was changeable and at the simple press of a button could be changed from white, blue, green to orange hues. The seating in the Mustang was now switched up, going from the 'sitting on an ottoman' seating position, was replaced with a seat where one sits more in, rather than on the seats. The manual gearshifter of the past was now replaced with a remote-linkage setup that puts the stick within easy reach.
The GT featured 300 hp and 315 lb-ft of torque, along the 4.6-liter, all aluminum V8 sports three valves per cylinder along with variable valve timing. The V6 six-shooter can achieve 200 hp, featured 235 lb-ft of torque and came with the option of five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. The GT came with five gears, and the option of either automatic or manual gearbox. The newest Mustang is quite sprightly, mostly due to the new suspension and lighter-weight components, along with repositioned and lighter coil springs. Larger brakes were also added, along with a more stout rear axle with more effective control arms.
This current generation is manufactured at the AutoAlliance International plan in Flat Rock, Michigan.
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Three Days in Block Island
Block Island is an island 11 miles off the coast of Rhode Island. It is a huge tourist destination in the summer. Travelers come to the island by private boat, small plane, or more commonly the ferry services which leave from various locations.
Tourism on Block Island has boomed over the years, with an increasing amount of new visitors and travelers bringing tons of new energy to the Island. It is a great place to travel for a vacation with the family and the kids, a trip with friends, or even a great relaxing solo experience. The summer months are busy and bustling, so any reservations should be made as far in advance as possible (ferries, hotels, house rentals, etc.).
This day will begin on Water St. and stay close to this location all day.
Morning: Mornings are the best time to enjoy physical activities and be outdoors in the sun before the summer heat takes effect. The journey will start today with renting a moped hourly or for a half day. Water Street, the main road across from the ferry dock has many moped rental venues including The Moped Man, and Aldo's Rentals. ''Remember'' most rental places require the driver to be 21 and have a valid form of identification. Leave Water Street and head toward the Northern Light which is about 4 miles away (there is no exact location of the lighthouse but the locals here are friendly so ask around the best way to get there). On the way stop at 130 Weldon Way which, the site of the famous Aldo's Bakery( http://www.aldosbakery.com/ ), known for their breakfast delivery by boat. A traditional pancake or egg breakfast will cost you about $7 dollars, or try something from the bakery which they are known for. After exploring the lighthouse return the moped back to Water Street.
Afternoon: Leaving the moped rental shop, take the short walk to Ballards Beach (http://www.ballardsinn.com/about/ ) also located on Water St. next to the ferry dock. This is a great beach for tanning, swimming and playing volleyball and they even have waitresses to deliver drinks to your towel. Talk about relaxing. Try a frozen cocktail and dance to the music on the patio. You don't have to leave Ballard's or lunch, they have a popular restaraunt on site. The menu is mostly seafood. ''Remember'' this is one of the rowdier beaches and may not be the best place for young kids
Night: Across from Ballard's on Water St. is the National Hotel which is a great dinner location. The National serves mostly seafood and steaks and an entree will cost around $25 per person. You can look out on the ocean and people watch from the deck or enjoy a more formal dining experience from the inside. ''Remember'' Block Island is busy on weekend nights so reservations are recommended.After dinner take the short walk to Corner Neck Road and head to McGovern's Yellow Kitten Bar (http://www.mcgovernsyellowkittens.com/). Here you will find a great way to finish off your night with live entertainment, dancing, billiards, and drinks.
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Morning: The mornings in Block Island tend to stay nice and cool in the summer which provides an opportunity to get out and see the island's beautiful scenery without getting too hot. With over 30 miles in hiking trails throughout the island, many visitors and locals alike find themselves walking along the scenic paths that cut through nearly the entire island. The day will begin with a trip to the 1661 Inn for breakfast. Known for its breathtaking views fantastic breakfast, this is a great spot and only a short distance from the events planned for the rest of the day. You can expect to spend anywhere between $10 and $25 for your breakfast depending on how fancy you choose to get (a-la prime steak and eggs). After finishing breakfast you can head North on Spring St. towards Corn Neck Road, where you can find multiple hiking trails. There are two great trails that you could enjoy equally, but don't feel limited to only these choices as there are many more trails throughout the island! The first is Clayhead Trail – a fantastic trail because of its diverse options by choosing your route at a fork that will lead you to either the beach or you can also walk along what is referred to as "the maze" - an unmapped system of small trails that travel along the island's bluffs. To get there you will travel up Corn Neck Road about 2.6 miles until you come to post marker on the right-hand side. Turn right onto a dirt road and go straight about .3 miles until you reach a parking area where you will see the Clay Head Sign. The second is the Hodge Family Preserve – known for its great meadows and bird species that visit throughout the year this trail also boasts what some would call the best views on the northwestern side of the island. To get there you will travel north on Corn Neck Road 2.9 miles; on your left you will see a sign and parking area for the Hodge Family Wildlife Preserve.
Afternoon: Likely ready for lunch, there is a great farmer's market that operates on Saturdays where you could buy both fresh ingredients and prepared foods to eat. After returning back from your hike off Corn Neck Road you can begin to head south to get back towards town. You can take a right on to Beach Avenue and continue down the road until you reach Ocean Avenue on your left. Follow Ocean about halfway down and you will come onto the Block Island farmer's market – which operates only on Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30 so make sure you start your day early enough to get there in time! Filled with great locally produced goods such as fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, crafts, shellfish and the added ambiance of frequent live musicians. The farmer's market only operates between June 11th and Columbus day, so if your trip falls outside of these dates you can grab lunch at one of two great places to eat only a short distance from where the farmer's market is located. Both Mohegan Cafe (213 Water Street) and Atlantic Inn (359 High Street) are great options for a classic but tasty lunch. You can expect to spend between $10 and $25. Again, don't feel limited as these are only recommendations that are in close proximity!
Night: As the day turns to night the island begins to come alive with live music and activities in every which direction. Likely ready for dinner you can choose to make your own with fresh ingredients that you collected at the farmer's market earlier or head into town to grab some food. Hotel Manisses is a great choice for a fantastic – albeit a little pricy – dinner. At the Manisses you can expect to spend anywhere between $15 and $30 for your average dinner. You can also choose to head into Captain Nick's Rock and Roll Bar and grab something a little cheaper and quick ($10 to $20 range). Captain Nick's is also a great place to end up on a Saturday night in Block Island. Often boasting live music on Saturdays throughout the summer Captain Nick's draws people, bands, and their fans from all over to add to the bar's already terrific ambiance. Live bands can range from blues to rock to electronica so it's always best to check the schedule at (www.captainnicks.com) to make sure you'd be interested in the act!
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Magic Mile Power Rankings: Week 3
Three weeks in and we've already had three different drivers steer three difference Gen-6 manufacturers to Victory Lane. Matt Kenseth, who turned 41 on Sunday, celebrated in style by becoming just the third driver to take the checkers on his birthday.
It was an impressive win for Kenseth, who had a strong car the first two weeks of the season, but wasn't able to finish it off. This time, Kenseth outraced Kasey Kahne (arguably the best car on the track all day) to the finish line for his third-career LVMS victory - his first in Sin City since 2004.
Here's a look at the Magic Mile Power Rankings* heading into Week 4 at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sunday:
1. Brad Keselowski - The reigning champ received a little luck when qualifying was rained out on Friday. On the pole for Sunday's race, Keselowski faded and fell as far as 13th midway through the race. But like a true championship team, the Blue Deuce found speed late and earned his third top-five in as many races, this one a third-place finish. What championship hangover?
Previous ranking: Second, +1
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
2. Jimmie Johnson - The guy wins the Daytona 500, is a runner-up at Phoenix and falls out of the top spot because he finishes sixth in Vegas? Well, yeah. This list is as much about consistency as it is anything and while Five Time was impressive for the third straight week, Keselowski was just a little bit better. Look, if there was a 1 and 1A Johnson would certainly be it. But there's not, so ... oh well.
Previous ranking: First, -1
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
3. Dale Earnhardt Jr. - It's been a great start for Junior, who hasn't been flashy, but has been consistent, joining BK and JJ as the only drivers to crack the top-10 in all three races so far this season. Qualifying has been Junior's biggest issue, as his P-12 start at Vegas was his best all year - and that was only because of where he finished in points last year.
Previous ranking: Third, --
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
4. Carl Edwards - It's been a quick ascent up the Magic Mile Power Rankings for Cousin Carl. That's what a win and a top-five will do for you. Edwards followed up his first win in 70 races with a fifth-place finish at Vegas. He never led a lap on Sunday, but also never fell out of the top 10 over the final 230 laps. An impressive day to say the least.
Previous ranking: Ninth, +5
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 2
5. Denny Hamlin - Much like his JGR teammate (Kenseth), Hamlin has had a car that looked like it could win a race at any one of the first three stops. But it was another missed opportunity for our defending SYLVANIA 300 winner. Yet, despite all of the off-track distractions last week, he was still able to run near the front all day before falling to 15th.
Previous ranking: Fifth, --
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
6. Matt Kenseth - Let's be honest, Kenseth likely would have already been on this list had he not blown an engine at Daytona. But that bad luck has done little to knock Kenseth off course. With Chevrolet and Ford picking up wins at Daytona and Phoenix, respectively, Kenseth gave Toyota its first Gen-6 victory on Sunday. Not bad for the newly turned 41-year-old.
Previous ranking: Not ranked
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 1
7. Greg Biffle - To say that the Biff's back-to-back 17th-place finishes are surprising, is certainly an understatement. Especially when you consider that Biffle had the fastest car during a testing session at LVMS earlier last week. Currently eighth in the standings, Biffle hasn't raced himself out of contention this early, but there is cause for concern.
Previous ranking: Sixth, -1
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
8. Aric Almirola - Hardly mentioned at all on TV by commentators, Double A's efforts haven't gone unnoticed here at the Magic Mile. Almirola has been Richard Petty Motorsports's best chance at making the Chase since Kasey Kahne in 2008. Almirola has yet to score a top-10, but has placed 13th, 15th and 16th through three races, a formula that worked very well for Kevin Harvick last season.
Previous ranking: Eighth, --
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 2
9. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. - The guy just goes about his business. An 18th-place finish is certainly nothing to write home about, but when you consider it was the rookie's worst finish so far this season, there has to be plenty to be excited about when it comes to the 17 car.
Previous ranking: Seventh, -2
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
10. Clint Bowyer - It was a tough day for Bowyer, who never had a car to contend with at Vegas despite starting on the front row. Hopefully this is just a speedbump for the 15 team, which has been one of NASCAR's most consistent dating back to the beginning of last year.
Previous ranking: Fourth, -6
Consecutive Weeks in MMPR: 3
Free Pass: Kasey Kahne and Kyle Busch - Kahne led 114 laps and had the best car, while Busch had a great car at times and showed why he's earned the nickname Rowdy (just ask Kasey). Their stats are nearly identical through three races, so it was tough to make a case for just one here.
Dropped out of the MMPR: Jeff Gordon
*This list is comprised of drivers that compete in the Sprint Cup Series on full-time basis.
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Through it all - a good Joe
As a manager of three National League teams, Joe Torre had a .471 winning percentage before joining the Yankees in 1996, and now he's considered a Hall of Famer, for good reason. While Torre repeatedly says a manager is only as good as his players, he hasn't lasted all this time and earned all this respect solely because of his 25-man rosters.
Torre does it right, from running a game to displaying authority to opening lines of communication to knowing when to coddle and when to condemn to making sense of it all in chats with the media.
Now back in the NL, after 12 straight postseasons and four World Series titles in New York, Torre hasn't missed a beat. His Dodgers won a division title last year and are on their way to another.
"To me, the type of manager you are depends on people you have and how you go about it," Torre said in an interview during last week's stop in San Francisco. "You can't win the Kentucky Derby with a quarter horse."
Torre has gone from the biggest market in the East to the biggest in the West, managing the two most celebrated franchises. Likewise, he has managed some of the game's most celebrated players - likewise, some of the biggest names linked to performance-enhancing drugs.
Starting with Alex Rodriguez and Manny Ramirez, whose PED connections were revealed in the past year.
"I feel bad because that'll always be part of their resume," Torre said. "I mean, Manny lives for baseball, and Alex the same. Manny was a fish out of water when he was going through that (50-game) suspension. It wasn't until he got back in uniform that his personality fell back into place. Knowing them as I do, it doesn't make you condone what they did, but it certainly makes you feel for a guy who has to live through it."
When speaking of steroids and legacies, Torre clearly gives more of a break to players he believes would have succeeded at an elite level without illegal drugs.
"Whether it's Alex or Barry (Bonds) or Manny, I mean, nobody puts the ball on the bat for you. You still have to do that yourself," Torre said.
"It's a shame because all three of those guys are Hall of Famers. People who vote certainly have a right to say, 'You've proven you've cheated or we think you cheated, and we have a right not to put you in the Hall of Fame.' Certainly they're right, but it's too bad with the ability these guys bring to the table that it's part of the equation. That's my opinion. I haven't had a personal relationship with Barry, but I watched him as a young player, and he was pretty damn impressive."
"Roger's in the same mix," Torre said.
Was Torre saying A-Rod, Bonds, Ramirez and Clemens all belong in the Hall of Fame?
"All I'm saying is, if they did do something, I think they had Hall of Fame numbers before there was any question of what they did," he said. "I think there are some middle-of-the-road guys that you sort of scratch your head and say, 'Wow, he hit 500 home runs. I wonder how that happened.' These guys might have done it anyway."
From his first NL go-round, which included the Mets, Braves and Cardinals, an 894-1,003 record and zero postseason wins, Torre said he learned to be more hands on, especially when it's time to deliver bad news, whatever it takes to be fair to players.
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PARKER, Colo. (AP) – Michelle Wie hasn't won a tournament in three years. She didn't come close to earning a spot on the Solheim Cup. Being a captain's pick for the second time on the last three American teams stood out even more this year because one of the players left out won on the LPGA Tour this year.
This would seem to be a good time to do whatever she can to blend in at Colorado Golf Club.
Except for the socks.
Wie added her own touch to the U.S. uniform of a khaki skirt, red shirt and a blue cap. She showed up on the practice range with knee-high socks of red-and-white stripes capped off by a thick blue stripe with white stars.
"It's a bit patriotic,'' Wie said Wednesday. "I just kind of accumulate things over the year. I see things and I'm like, `Oh, that would be great for Solheim Cup.' And I just brought them out.''
It's far more important that she bring out her very best game as the Americans try to stay perfect on home soil and win back the Solheim Cup from Europe.
U.S. captain Meg Mallon met with Wie at St. Andrews after the Women's British Open to tell her she was on the team. The next thing she told Wie – after the 23-year-old from Hawaii stopped crying – was to not think of herself as a wild-card selection, but one of 12.
"It's tough being a captain's pick,'' Mallon said. "There's a lot of pressure that players put on themselves being a pick.''
Then again, that's a big reason why she took Wie.
Few other golfers have received so much attention for winning so little. Wie first was recognized in golfing circles when she was a 12 and blasted 270-yard tee shots during a Pro-Junior event at the Sony Open alongside PGA Tour players. Scrutiny followed a short time later, and it has been relentless.
Some of it was grounded in jealously. Without having won a tournament, Wie still attracted the largest galleries and the richest endorsement contracts. Some of it was grounded in reality. Wie spent her teen years trying to play against the men – PGA Tour events, even U.S. Open qualifying – without ever showing she could beat the women.
If there is additional pressure as a captain's pick, who better to handle it?
"She lives on this stage almost every day that she plays,'' Mallon said. "So walking into this environment is not going to affect her. I needed another player like that on the team. I had three rookies already. And like I said earlier, do I want five to six birdies a day at home sitting on the couch? So for me, that was a pretty easy decision.''
The hard part falls to Wie.
She has a 4-3-1 record in two appearances, including a 3-0-1 mark in her debut in 2009 outside Chicago when she also was a captain's pick. Wie went 1-3 two years ago in Ireland, losing to Suzann Pettersen in singles on the 18th hole in a European victory.
There is reason for skepticism when Mallon says she didn't want to leave "five or six birdies'' at home on the couch. Wie has never been a great putter, and it has been several years since she was considered among the longest hitters.
Now, her putting is noticed for the peculiar stance. She struggled so badly late last year that she tried stooping her 6-foot frame so that her back is perpendicular to the ground and her eyes are directly above the ball. It looks funny. It looks painful. But it works.
"I always felt a little bit uncomfortable being tall putting,'' Wie said. "And I was just like, `OK, I'll go down lower to the ground. And I made every single putt coming in. And then I went to Dubai and I did the same thing there. I putted a lot better.''
As for the stance?
"A lot of people have asked me how my back is, if my back hurts,'' she said. "But it actually feels a lot better doing that for me. Because I'm flexible, it's easier.''
Mallon is more interested in numbers than appearance.
She said Wie has gone from 147th in putting a year ago to 37th this year. Mallon also said Colorado Golf Club is more of a second-shot course. Wie has been wild off the tee, but the fairways here are exceptionally wide.
"Her trouble has nothing to do with approach shots, and her short game is one of the best we have on our tour,'' Mallon said. "This golf course, players will need lot of creativity. So I knew this was a very good fit for her.''
Mallon gave Wie one other piece of advice. Don't bother reading any stories about the captain's picks.
The pick smacked of yet another dose of entitlement for Wie, even suggestions that she was chosen solely for television ratings. Remember, this is the kid who was given an exemption to the U.S. Women's Open when she was 14, and who was the first amateur to play in the LPGA Championship as a teen.
Wie, who graduated last year from Stanford with a degree in communications, quit reading long ago. And despite facing criticism at such a young age, she has shown remarkable maturity in not fighting back. The high road comes naturally.
"It's just the way my parents raised me,'' she said. "My mom always said – and I know it's a cliche – `If you have nothing nice to say, then say nothing.' Everyone has their reasons for saying things and everyone is entitled to it. I always try to think the best of everyone. It does hurt when I hear things. But if I don't have something nice to say, I'm not going to say it. That's how I work.''


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- I've been trying to do some more research into my Northern Ireland ancestors, trying to trace back my HICKINSON line. The main problem is that the surname seems to be incorrectly transcribed a lot of the time so I have to check for HICKSON, HICKISON, HICKENSON as well as HICKINSON. It makes it a bit tricky to know if you've found the person you're looking for. I've sent off for the birth certificate of James HICKINSON to see if that will confirm who his parents are.
- My parents are going over to Ireland in a couple of weeks so I'm trying to get my information together so that they can use it to show any relatives they meet up with and maybe find out more. I'm hoping that they will get time to go to the churches at Kilraughts and Derrykeighan to have a look in the graveyards for any graves of interest.
- I've received some photos from my husband's aunt following a recent trip to St Nicholas church in Wickham. She had taken the pictures of the war memorial there with Alfred ADAMS on it. I'll scan them in and add a post soon.
- I actually got round to replying to the messages that had been sent to me via Ancestry. Hopefully this will lead to some further information coming to light on one of our ancestors.
- Tried out a couple of new websites that were recommended for social networking in my Family Tree magazine - geni.com, famiva.com were among them. Not sure about them yet but will wait and see.
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Summary Sunday - What have I been up to this week?
I thought I'd do a quick summary of my findings this week.
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The reality star recently took out a $1 million insurance policy on her breasts with Lloyd's of London insurance company, she confirmed to PEOPLE exclusively.
Madison, 31, said she did it to protect herself and others who appear in her Las Vegas production, Peepshow.
"I've heard about people getting bo*dy parts insured and I thought, why not?, because if anything happened to my boo*bs, I'd be out for a few months and I'd probably be out a million dollars," she said. "I thought I'd cover my assets."
Madison appears topless during segments of the Vegas show, which, in her mind, made the insurance policy necessary. She also comprehends the quirkiness of it all.
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Missoula Officials Investigating Mysterious Bad Smell, Health Department Asks for Public's Help
The Missoula City-County Health Department is asking for the public's help in locating the source of a bad smell that has been occurring randomly in Missoula since the beginning of the year.
"We still don't know the source of the smell, that appears to be in a rather concentrated area on the westside and the northside," said health department administrator Ellen Leahy. "Other agencies, for example, Missoula city fire were called in many times because the odor actually smells like natural gas. Northwest Energy has also been called, and they have repeatedly been able to rule out natural gas."
The smell is reportedly very similar to mercaptan, the pungent, but not-harmful ingredient added to natural gas so that it can be detected before an explosion. Leahy says the only thing the city knows for sure is that the smell is not caused by natural gas.
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|2012-09-10, 17:57
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Perhaps the most cunning ever displayed in One Piece: the danger of hatred passed down to children.
Naruto did it too in his own way, but One Piece add a new layer to it. You may hate someone or some country for a reason, but if you keep telling your children to hate those enemy, they will hate even more, but without any "subtance".
In Naruto, you always get some personal trauma for ninjas to kill each other, the cycle of hatred renew itself with each generation.
In One Piece, more specifically in Hordy case, they've been taught since so long humans are trash they ended up loathing them for no personal reason.
It's then One Piece's message gets interesting : what do you do of this hatred you passed to your children? What will they do with it?
We're speaking here about fanaticism, about people formating their offspring to hate, without thinking about the consequences in the long run. In Fishmen Island situation: a bunch of extremists, ready to kill everything and everyone just because they exist. You cannot convince them. You cannot find a middle ground. You've turned your own heirs into your worst nightmare, your most lethal ennemy. And you can only blame yourself for that.
You could easily apply this to some contested countries from our real world: adults hate each other for genuine reasons, but they're passing this hatred to their children too, hoping they will continue/succeed in the war. But what if there is no war to wage then? What will happen when it's time to build peace?
The issue here is this message is maybe weakly delivered.
It's hard to link it to Otohime's message ("don't let it pass to our children" ) or Fisher Tiger's secret. Or even to give it a broader meaning.
Maybe it will get more clear in the next episode. They certainly won't waste an occasion to filler more with old scenes...
|2012-09-10, 18:41
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Those are some very good points you brought up, mtarzaim. And you used some really good examples.
So in general, it was to get across the moral of discrimination and hatred. As for how significant it would be for Luffy to know about it, I don't think it is that significant.
Before Luffy knew about --> he had to beat up Hordy.
After Luffy knew about it --> he still has to beat up Hordy.
Hence, I did not understand the significance. I guess Oda wanted to get a message across, but in world, it does not seem to affect anything. They made it seem like it was such a huge revelation, too.
|2012-09-10, 20:07
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|2012-09-12, 06:03
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|2012-09-12, 11:55
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Yikes.... just caught up on this arc and I see why people are upset about the pacing.
I agree with anyone who says One Piece should go back to having filler arcs. Unlike Bleach and Naruto, the characters in One Piece are arguably more interesting when they aren't fighting. Since comedy is such a natural part of the show, making humorous fillers feels less forced than in other shows.
Fairy Tail's recent filler arc is pretty awesome. No reason why OP can't pull off something similar, and it would seriously aid with the flow of canon material.
|2012-09-12, 21:01
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|2012-09-12, 23:35
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The distinction between flashbacks and current story is relevant here, because bigdeal000's post was obviously in the context of the present/current story (he only talked about character development in parentheses, which served as supplementary information but not as the main point).
|2012-09-13, 19:30
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Besides, youre doing it again, those unnecessary distinctions. Why should it matter here, if the character development is a byproduct or a main point of a somebodys death?
|2012-09-16, 01:46
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Wow, Oda just parodied and insulted a lot of hate and political groups this past episode. I hope they will not start giving him death threats and assassination attempts like they do so many other "artists" from around the world.
Other than that, not much else happened this episode. They finally filled Noah with a bubble, and... that was it.
|2012-09-16, 06:03
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What a worthless episode. Past of Hordy that no one cares about, flashbacks we've seen 10 times already about that princess ... Man ... Fishman arc is the worst of ALL arcs in OP EVER. (so far anyway) ... How many months will it still take for us to finally move into a new arc, an interesting one I hope at that?
|2012-09-16, 08:50
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I for one really liked the Hody flashback...it better explained what the prince meant by hatred without substance and it also showed that you don't need something tragic or bad to happen to a person to make them hate someone else...which is what mostly happens with racism and other forms of hatred in RL.
True, this arc was not the best one we've had in One Piece but it isn't the worst by a long shot. I'll say the same thing I said back in the manga at this time...people grew too used to arcs like ID and the War at the Summit. These arcs focused more on action, every episode, if not every other episode there was fighting of some kind with actual story parts being short in comparison. Some people seemed to have grown used to this being an action manga rather than an adventure manga.
People say that this arc is being stretched out...true some things here and there might be (the anime trying to buy time doesn't help) but this arc lasted exactly 50 chapters in the manga and should end at 46/47 episodes...as for the other big arcs:
Alabasta arc- 62 chapters/38 episodes
Skypiea arc- 65 chapters/42 episodes
Water 7 arc- 52 chapters/36 episodes
Enies Lobby arc- 55 chapters/48 episodes
Thriller Bark arc- 47 chapters/44 episodes
Impel Down arc- 24 chapters/31 episodes
Marineford War arc- 31 chapters/30 episodes
Noticed how in the manga this arc isn't even close to being the longest however it is true that it is close to being the longest episode wise. BUT you should also keep in mind how closer to the chapter number the episode number has become in recent arcs, this is because the format switched to around 1 chapter = 1 episode...give or take. Had the Alabasta and Skypiea arcs been done today in the same style as this and the previous couple of arcs then you can be damn sure that they would have a lot more episodes, being closer to the chapter number.
So if anything it is not the plot that is being drawn out, but rather the poor execution of the episodes due to the story in each being stretched out to fit the 1/1 format, adding mini-fillers and longer useless scenes (like long stare-downs and laughs).
It's funny though, shows like Naruto have tons of filler arcs and episodes even being added in the middle of actual canon arcs, they also use the stretched out stares and other scenes but few mini-fillers. This is also an example of a show where I HATE the filler arcs/episodes.
One Piece on the other hand has few filler arcs/episodes (in comparison) but a shit ton of mini-filers. However I for one love One Piece filler arcs, they are really well done and entertaining, as opposed to the Naruto (and the Bleach ones btw).
There's two options really, if you want to go back to the Alabasta and Skypiea arc days where they made episodes that covered more than 1 chapter and added few filler than you'll need filler arcs in between canon arcs.
If you want few filler arcs then you need to stick to the 1/1 format and add the mini-fillers and stretched out scenes.
It also doesn't help that the opening+previous episode scenes takes up nearly 1/4 of a 20 minute episode...
|2012-09-16, 09:26
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I thought we had had much more episodes by now than what you stated .. I suppose it is because I absolutely HATE this arc so it feels like it's going on and on for forever and beyond. We finally have the crew back together and then this bs .. Some may like it, some may not. It's not that I hate it because it lacks in action, but because I just really can't bring myself to care about fishmen AT ALL... so even less about their story. I didn't even watch this episode .. Started it, oh look it's filler. I skipped 10 minutes ahead ... still looks filler to me. Skipped 7 minutes ahead .. Oh now stuff is happening .. they got the Noah in the bubble .. BAM EPISODE ENDS ... Oh great.
I'd so much rather have MUCH quicker arcs packed with action .. It's not hard to pack a good story into those too, you could definitely do this arc with 20 episodes or less and still leave people satisfied, but in exchange we'd have to watch a filler arc. And I really really really would not mind a filler arc if it was well done. There's no reason to do all arcs badly because else anime will catch up .. Can't they do each arc properly, and add PROPER and GOOD filler arcs together with them?
Also btw the way Naruto has filler arcs is retarded. Remember that time with Pain? They could've showed us the whole arc before moving onto filler, but instead they left us hanging and started showing fillers in MIDDLE of the arc ...
|2012-09-16, 09:48
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I will say this hasn't been my favorite arc. Some episodes it just feels like nothing has happened. Now I didn't think it was a terrible idea to use the flashback to show how Hody reached this point. Wasn't a big deal to give Lucci one. But of course Hody just isn't very appealing as a villain. The flashback pretty much telling you why, because there is nothing to this guy. Had nothing driving him so just jumped onto the hatred of others and used it.
Do think it might be best to go into a pretty significant filler arc after this. They couldn't do that before this point. First they were separated, then prison, a giant war, and then bringing the crew back together. Have to get them into the new world first before they can try something. I'd take filler arcs if it meant we could get closer to the older method. The episodes were more gripping when they didn't have to contain themselves to 1 chapter or less per episode.
On a positive note, gotta love Zoro. He just gets bored with this best swordsman the enemy has.
|2012-09-16, 19:27
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I like the fishman island arc fine: The early losses of the two people who tried to bring change and those who carried out their legacies (rightfully and wrongfully), those like Hordi and gang, creepy stalker, and the real showing of mugiwara pirates' powers. Oh, don't forget the mermaids! Oda is packing more and more into his stories, the bigger the playground and the more characters, the more he goes into things.
The latest episode is good by me, dragged out as it is. At least there were less prolonged shots the last two episodes, I think. It goes fully detailed (and filler filled) into the kind of group Hordi and company grew up in. Maybe it's to explain it to the kids watching or for the really dense adults.
|2012-09-17, 00:33
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ep 563... the only thing that was interesting to me was Nico Robin's "cloning herself"...
Just think of the possibilities she can do with that ability... *imagines* (H)
ep 564... Hordy's past... it's kinda similar to how Media in RL is, where people tends to believe what others tells them, Media, Religions, etc.
And while growing up... all Hordy & group hear is.. Human did this, Human did that, Humans are evil, etc etc...
It's kinda the same as Emo ppls in RL, and those that ends up doing drugs and crimes...
Tho I agree the dude talked for way too long... does it really need to repeat the same thing in different phrases over 10 times?
BTW... how can he have tears when he's already in water?... is he crying oil or something? LOL
Interesting about the 2 episode is... I just realized that almost everything that's wrong in One Piece all originated from those stupid Celestial Dragons...
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It's now time for a round of Double Wherezit!
This is an easy one, but provide the name of what is located at each of these locations:
Those are two castles I visited last year.
The first one is Neuschwanstein Castle in Füssen, Germany.
Second one is the Cinderella Castle, in Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida, loosely based on the first one architecturally speaking.
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Hopefully a little harder than just plugging the coordinates into GE.
Tell me what the building located here is and what its historical significance was to Canada's past.
Since the GE map resolution is pretty limited , I can only assume that you are referring to the main building located East of the Rideau Canal.
Fort Henry has been occupied as an active military site since 1789 and during the War of 1812 it served as the main naval station in Upper Canada. Ships of the Royal Navy were built and based here and it was because of these ships that the British army was able to preserve Upper Canada from American occupation.
Unless you're using GM, in which case it points to Confededration Park, where one of the Martello Tower, Victoria Tower also known as Shoal Tower was built in the water in front of the Market Battery and City Hall, to increase the defense of Canada against an american take over following the War of 1812.
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While those are important historical landmarks nearby, that isnt what is located at the requested coordinates. Good try ohmic.
How about the Confederation Arch in Confederation Park across Ontario street from City Hall?
Confederation was announced in Market Square near by. The park, which stands on the site of the former railway yards, was opened in 1967 to celebrate Canada's centennial. The confederation arch & fountain symbolize Canada as one nation from sea to sea.
Excellent! I've spent many a summer wandering the downtown of Kingston while visiting family in the area.
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Demond Bluntson, 36, was charged with capital murder and aggravated assault in Laredo, where police say he shot the two boys. He could face yet more charges in El Campo, some 200 miles away, where police believe he killed his girlfriend — the boys' mother — and dumped her body at a property where his father lives.
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Stanphill said a preliminary autopsy Wednesday determined that Bluntson's 28-year-old girlfriend, Brandy Cerny, likely died of multiple gunshot wounds. He said investigators have spoken to her family.
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Cerny and her sons were last seen in church Sunday in El Campo. Her father reported her missing Monday morning after she did not show up for work. On Tuesday morning, El Campo police called their counterparts in Laredo to check on a lead that the family had checked into a Laredo Holiday Inn.
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Becky Ivy, a legal assistant in the Wharton County district attorney's office, said an investigation into Cerny's death was ongoing and that there would be no immediate comment on possible charges.
Pastor Bonny Hargrove, 47, who lives across the street from Bluntson's father, said she last saw Bluntson about two weeks ago.
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