At the famous headquarters of noted Mustang and Ford Tuner Steeda Autosports, just last week the entire vehicle lineup for 2008 was announced.
Much as Roush has emphasized their vehicle production capabilities, Steeda is focusing on being a small production vehicle manufacturer with the goal to grow. The two most interesting vehicles in the line are the Steeda Q500 and Q650, both featuring 500 and 650 horsepower respectively.
On an interesting note - Whipple and Steeda have hooked up to produce a line of superchargers which are available on the Q cars, and we suspect, available for direct purchase. Also, Steeda's "adaptive calibration" presents an interesting twist - a performance oriented computer ECU programming build just an OEM vehicle to adapt to your driving style and vehicle mods. We'll post a separate news update on that piece shortly.
 Here is a shot of the new Steeda/Whipple supercharger system. |
Below is Steeda's line-up and press release: The 2008 Steeda Q350
The Steeda Q350 is an all American performance road car that is specifically engineered for the demanding performance enthusiast. Equipped with Steeda Autosports patented track tested and race proven suspension elements, the Q350 provides outstanding response to driver input and can deliver an amazing 1.0gs on a skidpad on street tires – without compromising your ride characteristics.
With over 350 horsepower and 365 ft. pounds of torque at your command thanks to the Steeda engineered Cold Air Intake with our unique cool tube technology, Steeda balanced underdrive pulleys, Steeda performance exhaust, and our unique Adaptive Performance Calibration, the Steeda Q350 hauls down the quarter mile at 12.7 seconds at over 108mph on street tires!
Extensive engineering and comprehensive testing have evolved the Steeda Q350 in a world-class performance vehicle of no equal. See for yourself why the Steeda Q350 is the preferred choice of discerning performance enthusiasts.
Steeda's New 500 Horsepower Supercharged Q500
The Steeda Q500 takes the superb platform of the Steeda Q350 and adds a healthy dose of supercharged power only as the team at Steeda Autosports can do. With over 500+ horsepower and 465+ ft. lbs. of torque, this 4.6L supercharged system provides pure power when you need it with complete control from idle up to it’s 6500 rpm redline. Have more power when you need it, without the wait and without compromise of other supercharger systems all thanks to the industry unique Steeda Adaptive Performance Calibration and the advanced Steeda/Whipple Supercharger Induction System.
Having all of this power requires a suspension system to plant it to the asphalt, and the Steeda Q500 does that with our proprietary track tested and race proven suspension system. Fly down the quarter mile in 12.2 seconds at over 113 mph and then attain 1.0gs on the skidpad the same set of street tires. Performance, reliability, and exclusivity that is unmatched in the performance industry today!
With exclusive Steeda Autosports equipment, the Steeda Q500 is an outstanding road car performance engineered for the most demanding performance enthusiasts who likes to live in the fast lane!
THE ULTIMATE Mustang - The Supercharged Steeda Q650  Steeda's Q650 has a similar look to previous hardcore Steeda
racers, wrapped in 2008 clothing.. |
The Steeda Q650 is the ultimate performance model in our extensive line of high performance vehicles. Powered by a Steeda purpose built 5.0L aluminum engine, it is expertly hand assembled and outfitted with the very best components available, this performance behemoth has no rivals in the showroom, on the street, or on the racetrack.
With over 650 supercharged horsepower and 670ft. lbs of torque, this is the most powerful production car we offer and it provides a no compromised solution to those that demand the very best both on the street and on the racetrack.
It is simply the best performing and most aggressive performance Mustang available today! It’s many specialized components work harmoniously to deliver the most powerful and fastest automobile ever produced by the Steeda Autosports skunk-works team. This vehicle has outstanding performance with smooth drivability at low speeds, yet provides surprising fierce performance of no equal when the driver commands it. If you are a performance driver that wants the ultimate – then this is it !
The Race Inspired 2008 Steeda Fusion  The Steeda Fusion comes equipped with
exterior and interior upgrades, to go along
with a intake and cold air. |
The Steeda Fusion is a refined, fast, and exceptionally well-balanced automobile that delivers more driving excitement than anything in its class. The team at Steeda has enhanced the Fusion with numerous suspension modifications, including Steeda Sport Springs that improve the ride and handling, but not at the expense of ride quality and comfort. With the addition of a strut tower brace to minimize body flex, the Steeda Fusion handles like no other Fusion available today.
Outfitted with specially designed Steeda Pentar wheels with the correct offset, these performance wheels provide a strong and lightweight upgrade that when combined with the Nitto Invo performance tires, the result is a superb wheel tire selection designed for the best possible combination of performance and ride quality.
Engine performance is improved with the addition of the Steeda designed and engineered cold air system and free flowing exhaust system. The result is an increase in performance with a pleasing, yet purposeful sound.
The exterior design elements are not merely driven by visual cues – rather there is serious substance to back up this style. The aerodynamic styling and graphics, inspired by the passion of an Autobahn cruiser is evident in the automobile’s road hugging stance that looks good while at the same time reduces aerodynamic drag.
The interior also has a style of it’s own. Steeda accents energize the instrument panel, while the Steeda custom leather seats add lateral support and comfort for the driver. With bold styling, spirited performance, and a well-appointed interior, the Steeda Fusion is a compelling mid-size performance sedan.
Steeda Focus Club Racer  If you're an AutoX racer, the Focus Club
Racer could be a dream to sit in your garage. |
Taking the famed Steeda Autosports Race-Bred and Road-Ready DNA to a new platform for the Ford performance enthusiast, the Steeda Focus Club Racer underscores the commitment that Steeda Autosports has made to consistently deliver the best possible performance and value to the Ford performance enthusiast.
Inspired by the famous Steeda Club Racer Mustang Series, the 2008 Steeda Focus Club Racer is designed to win, and delivers solid, spirited handling with pulse-quickenig performance. The vehicle has been modified throughout, and features every performance–minded item and accoutrement that the Steeda Skunk Works could think of to include.
With an aggressive track stance and race-ready attitude, the Steeda Focus Club Racer achieves new levels of Focus performance, and deftly toes the line between everyday workhorse and weekend warrior.
Contact information - visit
Steeda's Website for more information.
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