2001 Ford Mustang CSR/OT  (Cobra Sport Racer / Open Track)  Kenny Brown's Personal CSR "Kermie" FOR SALE by owner at Dunne Deals, Crystal Lake, IL

CLICK TO SEE VIDEO OF CAR  INTERIOR    Visit Dunne Deal's web site for more pics   When it comes to aftermarket tuners, the cars from Kenny Brown performance are held in high esteem especially his stable of tweaked Mustangs. This Kenny Brown Club Sport Racer is a very heavily modified Mustang that's aimed at the track. The CSR is built up from a 2001 Mustang Cobra chassis. The basic tuner package is powered by a normally aspirated version of the Cobra's 4.6-liter dual-overhead-cam V8 engine, which has been completely rebuilt and now roars with 395 horsepower and 334 pound-feet of torque. Cams, pistons, valves, heads and a high flow intake, from the Ford Racing Parts catalogue, are all new, plus a set of big 13-inch brake discs to stop it. To make the CSR really handle, the Cobra platform is beefed up with a 6-point street cage and a hefty steel front shock tower brace. But, much more importantly, it rides on Kenny Brown's new Advanced Geometry Suspension system. The Front Suspension Module is based on a lightweight tubular K-Member, to which KB mounts stiffer front struts with a coil-over spring conversion. This shaves 40 pounds off the front end, lengthens the wheelbase by 1-inch, and significantly sharpens the Mustang's normally conservative suspension geometry. The Rear Suspension Module consists of new upper and lower control arms, mounted on the Cobra's rear carrier, as well as KB's coil-over-spring shock conversion and adjustable sway bar end links. The weight savings in the rear is 44 pounds over stock. This car was tested at the Virginia International Raceway. Notes from Motorweek: We track tested Kenny Brown’s development car, a bright green 4.6-liter model that the KB folks have dubbed "Kermie." But unlike its cute Muppet namesake, this Kermie is a monster! Throttle response from the hopped-up Ford Racing V8 is immediate, pinning you to the seat, but its smooth linear delivery is quite unlike the frantic pull of the standard Cobra's supercharged engine. Power flows like a hurricane throughout the rev band. But, as always, it's taking the corners that count, and that's where the Club Sport Racer really displays levels of agility far beyond that of the factory Cobra. Handling is far more balanced and neutral, though there is still a trace of the stock car's mid-corner push. The reduced suspension weight is mostly felt in left-right transitions, where the car literally dances from side- to-side, yet keeps the sticky racing slicks firmly planted on the pavement. Steering response is instantaneous and precise, allowing you to place the car exactly where you want it on the track, and catch the inevitable rear end slide when you're too heavy on the throttle. All-in-all, it's a quantum leap forward, reaching levels of balance and precision that we had thought to be beyond the capabilities of the Mustang chassis. Unfortunately, with a price that ranges from $55,000 to $75,000 (new) beyond the price of the stock Cobra, the Kenny Brown Club Sport Racer is clearly a dream car for most Mustangers as well. We took the CSR (lovingly nicknamed "Kermie" for its green color) to a number of open track events in the Midwest. BMW and Porsche owners were absolutely amazed with Kermie's agility and track manners and how deceptively quick he was. The best part was the total disbelief and humiliation of the drivers when they found out that they just had their ass kicked by a Ford Mustang. Now Kermie spends his time kicking ass and taking names at the Joliet Autobahn County Club  with retired racecar driver Ed Dunne of Crystal Lake, IL at the wheel. You gotta love it! Kenny Brown Performance is currently recognized as one of the leaders in Cobra performance. Kenny has been involved in racing for 30 years. His facility is located in Gasoline Alley at Indy. Originally acknowledged for his success with the Saleen Mustang, he has now become the most well known manufacturer and installer of upgrades in the Ford and Mustang Performance aftermarket.  Dunne Deals is also offering FOR SALE 1996 Cobra SVT Kenny Brown Track Car Free feel to call Ed Dunne for more information (815) 455-0700