Leo Howard’s 2008 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

Leo Howard’s Mustang Story:

“In the past, I’ve owned a 2000 Ford Mustang GT convertible, a 2011 Mustang GT coupe, and a 1998 Mustang GT convertible. I now have an Alloy Clearcoat Metallic 2008 Mustang GT Premium convertible with a Dove Gray leather interior and a 5-speed manual transmission that I bought in 2017 from an estate sale in southern Maryland.

“My 2008 Mustang has received many new upgrades and changes over the years. My latest and best was an Edelbrock Stage One supercharger, which raised my engine's horsepower from 300 to 496 and increased its torque from 320 to 452 pounds-feet, with a 10-psi boost. This was a significant increase in my Mustang's performance, and I really enjoy the adrenaline rush my Mustang now gives!

“I have also added new wheels and tires, contrasting stripes on the hood and rear deck, and a JBA axle-back exhaust to give my Mustang a deeper exhaust note. I’ve also added many chrome goodies to my engine area. All of this has made my Mustang more appealing without going too far over the top. I do not plan any additional upgrades to my Mustang for now, and I will just take care of anything that may need to be done.

“In 2019, I entered my GT in the Mustang Club of America's Grand National in Fredericksburg, VA, and I won a Silver Award in the Occasionally Driven class. I have also won four 'Best in Show' trophies and 12 first-place awards. Since 2020, I have averaged 25-30 events each year during the show season.

“I hope to enter many more events with my Mustang friends, and I truly enjoy talking to fellow entrants at the different shows I attend. I also enjoy taking rides in my Mustang around my local area whenever the weather cooperates, especially in the warmer months – and even occasionally in the winter.”

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