2001 Ford Lightning

At a glance, its appearance may be just the same as the past models, yet its composition, elevated to a higher level of performance. What makes it more appealing than ever 2001 SVT Lightning has more horsepower, new rear-axle gearing, suspension fine-tuning and several distinctive exterior appearance changes. It gives owners everything they have learned to love, but more of it. Colletti, head of Ford SVT Engineering revealed that this is yet the most powerful, best-handling one they've ever produced, and some dramatic design changes that make this 2001 model instantly recognizable.

 

2001 SVT Lightning's engine develops 20 more horsepower from the 2000 model. New shock absorbers are monotube Bilstein gas-charged and specially developed 295/45ZR-18 Goodyear, Eagle F1-GS' unidirectional tires are utilized. Exterior elements new for 2001 SVT Lightning include new upper and lower front grilles with a horizontal billet-bar, the headlights, taillights, side-marker lights, and the signature round fog lights all have clear, crystalline lenses found only on Lightning, which give the exterior a clean, jewel-like appearance.

The interior continues the combination of Ebony textured leather and Medium Graphite cloth trim, 40/60 split bench seat with center jump seat, and the SVT-signature white-faced gauges. Also additional features are air bags and sun visors with lighted vanity mirrors. The 2001 Ford Lightning vehicle is designed and engineered for discriminating aficionados who know what they want and expect. Ford's goal of exceeding all auto enthusiasts' expectations gets getting better and better through the years.