Review of the Ford Mustang GT 2018: car exterior, interior, technical content of the model, security systems, equipment and price tag. At the end of the article is a video review of the 2018 Ford Mustang GT!
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The official debut of the sixth generation of the Ford Mustang muscle car took place at the beginning of 2014, and exactly three years later in Detroit the manufacturer presented its updated modification.
In comparison with the pre-restyling version, the car received a slightly retouched appearance and the interior acquired new options and upgraded engines, among which the powerful 5-liter gasoline engine installed on the Ford Mustang GT modification, which will be discussed later, is of particular interest.
Before moving on to the review, let us remind you that The first Ford Mustang rolled off the assembly line back in 1964., after which it managed to change six generations and sell millions of copies around the world. Moreover, despite its more than 50-year history, the model remains to this day one of the most desirable and best-selling pony cars in the world.
Exterior of the Ford Mustang GT
The updated Mustang GT has an attractive, aggressive and dynamic appearance, which still retains the signature features of the original model.
Front of the car is represented by a massive hexagonal radiator grille with the family emblem of a stallion in the center, a predatory look of head optics with LED filling, a new hood and a muscular front bumper with spectacular air ducts, a splitter and horizontal stripes of foglights.
It is noteworthy that in comparison with the pre-restyling model, the leading edge of the hood of the new Mustang became 20 mm lower, which made it possible to increase the aerodynamic properties of the car.
New product profile It has classic muscle car proportions: a long hood, domed roof, massive wheel arches and large alloy wheels. Separately, it is worth noting the presence of elegant stampings on the sidewalls and the “5.0” nameplate, once again informing us that this is the most powerful version of the car.
Strict feed flaunts spectacular LED side lights, a spoiler on the trunk lid and a monumental rear bumper with a pre-installed sports diffuser and a pair of double exhaust pipes. The “GT” nameplate is also located here.
The external dimensions of the model have the following characteristics:
| Length, mm | 4784 |
| Width, mm | 1916 |
| Height, mm | 1381 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 2720 |
The track of the front and rear wheels is 1.574 and 1.651 m, respectively. The exact ground clearance height has not been announced, but it is unlikely to differ much from its predecessor.
Available to potential car buyers wide palette of body colors, including three new colors, as well as 12 variations of wheels shod with low-profile tires from Michelin.
Mustang GT interior design
Compared to the pre-restyling version, the new Mustang GT has a more attractive and modern interior, which is due to the upgraded Sync Connect multimedia center, as well as a 12-inch digital instrument panel.
Driving a car is carried out through a strict and attractive multifunction steering wheel with the Mustang logo in the center. The central panel, in addition to the multimedia and information complex, is represented by three laconic air duct deflectors, a music and climate system control unit, as well as a number of mechanical toggle switches responsible for activating various muscle car systems. It is also worth noting that the materials used and the assembly are at a very, very high level (although there were also hard plastics), so that even after a while the interior will not be bothered by squeaks and rattles.
Front passengers the car offers anatomical seats with a grippy profile, where a person of any size can easily sit. An alternative is Recaro sports bucket seats, which reliably support the passenger's body even during high-speed cornering.
Since the interior has a 2+2 layout, there is a small sofa behind the front seats that can only accommodate children and petite girls. However, it is worth recognizing that the Ford Mustang never sought to play the role of a family car
Trunk volume It is small and only 408 liters, although this will be enough to fit the luggage of two adults and two children going on a short trip.
2018 Ford Mustang GT Specifications
The restyled Ford Mustang GT is based on a new platform that has a similar layout to the front-wheel drive CD-4 truck, represented by a fully independent suspension architecture at the front and rear, which, in turn, is represented by MacPherson struts and a modernized multi-link on the subframe, respectively.
As an option, the car can be equipped with an adaptive MagneRide shock absorber system, inside of which there is a special magnetorheological fluid.
Under the hood of the standard Ford Mustang is a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine producing 317 hp, while the “GT” modification has a more productive 5-liter gasoline V8 generating 466 hp. and 569 Nm of maximum torque.
It’s worth mentioning here that the increase in power, in comparison with the pre-restyling model, was achieved thanks to the increased compression ratio to 12:1 (versus 11:1 previously) and the installation of a combined fuel supply system.
The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or an advanced 10-speed automatic transmission, with which the car provides acceleration from 0 to 100 in 3.9 seconds. and can reach a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited). Fuel consumption in mixed driving mode ranges from 11-12 l/100 km.
Already in the base, the muscle car is equipped with an electric power steering wheel, which has several operating modes: normal, sport and comfortable.
Brake system is represented by powerful disc brakes with a ventilation system, the diameter of which is 320 and 380 mm on the front and rear wheels, respectively. Separately, it is worth highlighting the presence of a self-locking rear differential and several preset operating modes of the suspension, engine and other electronics, allowing you to choose the most optimal one depending on your driving style and the type of road surface under the wheels
Safety of the new Ford Mustang GT
Despite the fact that most American cars cannot boast of having modern electronic assistants, this in no way concerns the Ford Mustang GT, since it is equipped with a whole an arsenal of advanced electronics and security systems. Among them are:
- LED optics “all around”, including LED fog lights;
- Seat belts with three-point fixation;
- ISOFIX / LATCH fasteners (depending on market);
- Individual tire pressure monitoring system;
- Perimeter alarm;
- Passive anti-theft system SecuriLock;
- Ventilated disc brakes on both axles;
- Complex of “Pre-Collision Assist” systems, including pedestrian recognition function;
- Lane change information system;
- Adaptive cruise control;
- Driver status monitoring function;
- Seat belt reminder system;
- Launch control system;
- Rear view camera;
- Parking assistant;
- Advanced anti-lock braking system, etc.
Equipment and price tag of the 2018 Ford Mustang GT
On the European market, in particular in Germany, you can buy a new Ford Mustang GT at a price of 46.5 thousand euros (approximately 3.42 million rubles), while in Russia the car should appear in the very near future.
The list of basic equipment includes:
- External heated mirrors with electrical adjustment;
- Electric windows;
- Multimedia center Sync Connect;
- Digital dashboard;
- Cruise control with speed limiter;
- Double airbags all around, including an airbag in the driver's knee area;
- Ford Key Free system;
- Two dual exhaust pipes;
- Spoiler on the trunk lid;
- Dual zone climate control;
- Multifunction steering wheel with heating and leather trim;
- Lane Keeping Assist;
- Auto-dimming interior mirror;
- LED lighting “in a circle”;
- Seat upholstery and gear knobs in genuine leather;
- Backward looking camera;
- Rain sensors built into the windshield wipers;
- Central double locking with remote control;
- Pedals with aluminum pads;
- Parking assistant;
- Advanced Brembo braking system;
- 10-spoke wheels R19;
- GT badges;
- Advanced acoustics and much more.
- Alcantara upholstery and carbon inserts;
- Speaker system from B&O;
- Exclusive finishing of the front dashboard and door panels;
- Front seat ventilation system;
- Performance Package and more.
Conclusion
The Ford Mustang GT is a powerful, stylish and high-tech muscle car that instantly attracts the attention of others and gives true driving pleasure. This is a car that captivates with its signature and aggressive appearance, a rich level of equipment and, of course, a powerful power plant, characterized by a high level of efficiency and excellent dynamic characteristics.
Video review of the Ford Mustang GT 2018:
In 2017, as part of the auto motor show held in Detroit, a presentation of the updated Ford Mustang 2018-2019 model took place. For the most part, this is not a new model, but a restyling of the 6th generation, shown in 2014.
The car has two body types: a two-door coupe - fastback and convertible. The car has a wide range of buyers, both in the USA and in Russia, because in addition to its legendary status, it is attractive in price and reliability of the average car. It is actively purchased by men aged 30-40 who want to stand out in the crowd and have a fun weekend.
Design changes
Design changes are present both in the front of the car and in the rear. Not to say that they have become drastic compared to the previous presentation of the car, but the fact that the car has received a new look is hard to argue with. The changes affected the grille, LED optics, the hood, which became 10 mm lower, which gave the Mustang additional streamlining, the spoiler and exhaust pipes also changed.
In general, the car received a modern and aggressive appearance with bright body elements, but even in 2018-2019, the designers managed to preserve that same iconic appearance of primitiveness.
- Crimson;
- Blue;
- Orange.
In addition to these designs, the car also has 9 colors. There are also 11 wheel styles to choose from, each with unique design styles. We must admit that the buyer needs to choose the configuration of his model - this is not easy.
According to the classics, the front of the car is a huge 6-angled false radiator grille with coarse mesh filling and a massive logo in the very center. A small air duct is barely noticeable under it, which with a large “protrusion” of the lower lip of the bumpers gives the car an aggressive look. What attracts most attention is the front optics, with LED filling in the form of curved vertical stripes. A massive hood with numerous stampings hangs over the Ford Mustang's optics. Immediately below the front optics are LED fog lights with horizontal orientation, which are only available as an option.
From the side, the car looks very impressive: a long hood with a “hump”, “falling” A-pillars and a domed roof that goes into a short rear part. The image will be complemented by a high window sill line, rough edges and wide wheel arches, which contain 20-inch wheels on low-profile tires.
At the rear, the car received stacked LED lights with vertical orientation, which are similar to the lights of the first Mustang, but have the stylization of today. Above them rises a spoiler, which is not available for all modifications, and the lower part is decorated with single or dual exhaust pipes (depending on the modification).
Dimensions:
- Length is 4784 mm;
- Width depends on body type - 1916 mm;
- Height – 1394 mm for the convertible and 1381 mm for the coupe version;
- The distance between the axles is 2720 mm.
Salon
The designers decided not to change the interior much. However, the model has a new feature in the form of a 12-inch color instrument panel display, which is located behind the standard 3-spoke steering wheel. In the basic version, the sports car is equipped with standard analog instruments with two wells and an on-board computer display.
The central dashboard in the center is decorated with three round air ducts, under which there is a small 8-inch display of the Ford Mustang 2018-2019 multimedia system. Under it there is a large scattering of buttons, “knobs” and toggle switches, which are responsible for the audio system, climate system, heated and ventilated seats and much more.
The seats received good lateral support and an anatomical profile. The “charged” modifications feature Recaro buckets. The cabin has a 4-seater layout, but perhaps only children can fit in the back, since there is practically no free space above the head and for the legs.
In general, the car has very high quality finishing materials and a good level of assembly. For European competitors this salon is still very far away, but for American manufacturers this is a high level.
The manufacturer did not deprive the owners of the luggage compartment, the volume of which in the coupe version is 408 liters. The convertible boasts 332 liters thanks to a semi-automatic roof folding system. By the way, to fold the roof, the car must come to a complete stop.
Mustang 2018-2019 Specifications
| Type | Volume | Power | Torque | Overclocking | Maximum speed | Number of cylinders |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2.3 l | 317 hp | 432 H*m | 5.8 sec | 250 km/h | 4 |
| Petrol | 5.0 l | 421 hp | 530 H*m | 4.8 sec | 250 km/h | V8 |
| Petrol | 5.2 l | 526 hp | 583 H*m | 3.9 sec | 289 km/h | V8 |
There are two standard modifications and several charged ones, which differ in different parameters.
- The simplest modification in its engine compartment has a 2.3-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. Direct injection and high turbine pressure from the engine made it possible to “remove” 317 hp. and 432 Nm of thrust.
- The standard GT version is equipped with a classic American V8 with a displacement of 5.0 liters. This atmospheric power plant produces up to 421 hp. and 530 Nm of torque.
Both of these engines are paired with both a 6-speed manual transmission and a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The manufacturer also provides “charged” modifications of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R. The letter “R” in the name denotes a lightweight body, carbon fiber wheels and “track” suspension settings. Otherwise, they have the same power filling, represented by a 5.2-liter V-shaped eight, which develops 533 horsepower and 582 Nm of torque. The engine works exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission.
The muscle car's suspension is completely independent. At the front it is represented by a double ball joint with anti-roll bar, and at the rear there are independent coil springs with anti-roll bar. The car is also equipped with a MagneRide damping system. “Charged” versions of the 2018-2019 Ford Mustang are distinguished by aluminum steering knuckles.
The car has a powerful braking system with ventilated brake discs measuring from 320 to 380 mm. According to the classics, they are equipped with electronic assistants and ABS, EBD systems. Shelby modifications received 15 and 15.5-inch wheels from Brembo with 6-piston calipers at the front and 4-piston calipers at the rear.
Dynamics and consumption
The standard modification accelerates to 250 km/h, spending only 5.8 seconds on the first hundred kilometers. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle does not exceed 9 liters.
The GT version can please you with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, and the top speed is limited to the same mark of 250 km/h. Mixed fuel consumption – 12.5 liters.
In the Shelby version, Ford is able to overcome the first hundred in 3.1 seconds, and the top speed will be 285 km/h. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle here can be limited to 15 liters per 100 km during quiet driving.
Ford Mustang Price
The most affordable option in the USA is the basic modification with a 2.3-liter engine in a fastback body; the cost of this option starts from 1,780,000 rubles. The Premium package costs from 2,100,000 rubles. If a buyer wants to buy a convertible, then its minimum price will be 2,150,000 rubles.
GT prices:
- For the GT version you will have to pay at least 2,400,000 rubles;
- GT Premium – 2,750,000 rubles;
- GT Premium convertible – 3,100,000 rubles;
- Shelby GT350 – 4,000,000 rubles;
- Shelby GT350R – 4,500,000 rubles.
The standard version is equipped with:
- 7 airbags;
- ABS, EBD;
- Multimedia system display;
- LED optics;
- Cruise control;
- Rear view camera;
- Dual-zone climate control;
- 17-inch wheels.
Premium added:
- Leather trim;
- Seat ventilation;
- Voice control;
- Spoiler;
- 18-inch wheels;
- Pedal covers;
- Audio system with 9 speakers.
The GT version is different:
- Power plant;
- Exhaust system;
- Brakes;
- Nameplates;
- Seats.
The Shelby GT350 features:
- Unique design;
- Recaro seats;
- Reinforced manual transmission;
- MagneRide suspension;
- Productive motor;
- Brembo brakes;
- Premium interior trim;
- Electronic dashboard.
The R version will surprise you:
- Carbon fiber rims;
- Adjustable exhaust;
- Carbon hood;
- Carbon spoiler;
- Audio system with 12 speakers.
Ford Mustang 2018-2019 is a car that gives emotions, and in addition to them, it is capable of giving a fast and confident ride, pressing on the “tail” of European competitors. Adjusted for price.
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Until now, this title was held by the mid-engined Ford GT supercar, but now it has had to make room. Unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show, the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 coupe is more powerful and is designed to take on the most extreme versions of the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger pony cars.
This is only the third generation of a sports car with the GT500 index: such a model first appeared in 1967, and Carroll Shelby himself was involved in its development. The new car has nothing to do with the existing Shelby company: the legendary name was used under license, and the development was carried out by the Ford Performance division.
An engine codenamed Predator has been prepared for the “five hundredth” Mustang, which is based on the naturally aspirated Voodoo, known from its modification. The V8 5.2 unit is equipped with a 2.65 liter Roots type drive supercharger. Power should exceed 700 “horses” (versus 655 for the Ford GT model), but the exact figure will be announced later. Dynamic performance is still approximate: acceleration to 60 mph (97 km/h) takes about 3.5 seconds, and the car covers a quarter mile in less than 11 seconds.
And the Shelby GT500 version was the first among Mustangs to acquire a preselective “robot” with two clutches. The Tremec transmission has seven gears. The ride electronics have five modes (normal, slippery, sport, drag and track) and launch control. A manual transmission is not provided, although the company does not exclude the possibility of preparing such a modification if buyers so desire.
The Shelby GT500 coupe features a custom suspension tuning with MagneRide adaptive dampers. Another pride of the developers is the largest brake discs among American sports cars: on the front axle their diameter reaches 420 mm. The front brakes are Brembo with six-piston calipers. Finally, the coupe rides on 20-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.
All changes in appearance are dictated by aerodynamics and the need to cool the units. The Shelby GT500 has six radiators, so the front air intake area is increased by 50% compared to the GT350 version. Two option packages are also offered. The Carbon Fiber Track Package features lightweight carbon fiber wheels, a different body kit, Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires and no rear seats. And the Handling Package provides adjustable upper front strut mounts and a different front splitter.
The price of the new coupe has not yet been announced, but even if the GT350 version costs at least 59 thousand dollars, then the “five hundred” will easily cost 100 thousand. The start of sales is scheduled for autumn.
The first generation Ford Mustang was first shown at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964 and made a great impression on spectators. The initial version of the car with a 2.8-liter engine (102 hp) accelerated only to 150 km/h. But the list of options included V8 engines with a power of up to 380 hp, an automatic transmission and a lot of other equipment. The first Ford Mustang was offered in three body styles: coupe, fastback and convertible. Over the years of production, it has lengthened from 4613 to 4923 mm.
The production of the first models continued until 1973. In total, almost three million first-generation cars saw the light of day. The "base" version was priced at $2,368 (roughly $18,500 these days).
2nd generation, 1973–1978
The second Ford Mustang, shortened to 4445 mm, developed on the basis of the compact one, was released in 1973. The cars were equipped with a 2.3 liter four (89 hp), a 2.8 V6 (106 hp) or a 4.9 liter V8 (131-141 hp). The car was offered in two versions: a two-door coupe or a three-door hatchback
Despite poor dynamics and poor handling, about 1.1 million cars were sold until 1978, with prices starting at $3,134.
3rd generation, 1978–1993
The third generation Ford Mustang lasted on the assembly line from 1978 to 1993. At this time, it was again lengthened to 4562 mm, and lighter materials were used for production. The previous engine range was supplemented by a 2.3-liter turbo-four (118 hp), and more powerful (up to 203 hp) engines with fuel injection began to appear under the hoods of Mustangs only in 1983.
The result of the restyling of the “third” Mustang in 1986 was the Mustang SVT, boosted to 238 hp. "eight" 4.9 liters. In just 15 years, 2.6 million third-generation cars were produced. The car was also sold on the American market under the name.
4th generation, 1993–2004
GM's plans to revive the model prompted Ford to develop the fourth generation Mustang in 1993. The new car was based on a strengthened old platform. The wheelbase increased slightly, the brakes became disc brakes in the “base”, and ABS was installed at an additional cost.
The “basic” version of the “fourth” Mustang was equipped with 3.8-liter V6 engines (147-193 hp), and the GT, Cobra and Mach I versions were equipped with 4.9 V8 engines (218-243 hp) and 4.6 liters (264-390 hp). From that time on, only models with coupe or convertible bodies began to go on sale. The starting price increased from $10,810 to $13,365 (about $22,000 today).
In 1998, during the restyling, the car's exterior was redesigned in the spirit of the New Edge design, sound insulation was improved, a traction control system appeared, and the top versions of the Cobra received an independent rear suspension. Production of the fourth generation Mustang ended in 2004, by which time approximately 1.6 million vehicles had been produced.
5th generation, 2004–2014
The first copy of the fifth generation Ford Mustang was released in 2004. The new cars had a simplified suspension and interior; the cars were based on their own D2C platform.
The new Mustang was equipped with V6 4.0 (231 hp) and V8 4.6 liter (304-450 hp) engines combined with a five- and six-speed manual transmission or a five- and six-speed automatic transmission. “Charged” versions with V8s 5.4 and 5.8 produced up to 672 hp.
The cost of the “basic” model was $19,000 (about $24,000 today). In 2009, the car underwent a restyling, but this did not save it from declining sales.
6th generation, 2014
The sixth generation Ford Mustang sports car debuted on the American market in September 2014, and in 2015 the car officially began to be sold in Europe - for the first time in the history of the model. The Ford company has refused to sell Mustangs in Russia.
Coupes and convertibles are equipped with a 2.3 EcoBoost turbo engine (317 hp) or a naturally aspirated V8 5.0 engine with 421 hp. s., and the Ford Mustang is also equipped with a V6 3.7 engine that develops 300 horsepower. Cars are equipped with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission with the same number of steps. All versions have rear wheel drive.
In the American market, the Ford Mustang is offered at a price of 23.5 thousand dollars, in Western Europe the car costs from 35 thousand euros.
MANAGER'S TRIUMPH
The presentation of the first production Ford Mustang in 1964 is considered one of the most successful in the history of the automotive industry, and the legend owes its appearance to the resounding failure of the previous model, the Edsel. Ford urgently needed to save the situation, and general manager of the concern Lee Iacocca, the future author of the best-selling book “Manager's Career,” together with a team of designers, economists and marketers, created the first Mustang concept in March 1964. The car, which became the progenitor of the Pony Car class, easily recognizes the features of Ford's luxury cars Continental Mark II 1957 and Thunderbird 1954, as well as design elements of Maserati, Lincoln and Chevrolet.
It’s interesting that the iconic car got its name and the figurine of a running wild horse on the radiator grill at the last moment: they planned to call it Cougar (“Panther”), but Iacocca’s marketers decided that the cat family represented by Jaguar was enough for the market. There is another version of the origin of the name - in honor of the single-seat fighter of the Second World War North American P-51 Mustang, but in both cases the car reflected the spirit of rebellion and was a real “American dream” on wheels.
Success for Ford was not only desirable, but necessary: the car, which collectors call the 64-1/2 Mustang, was produced as a 1965 model, focusing on market research. In the event of a repeated failure, as with Edsel, the concern could have gone bankrupt, but Mustang did not disappoint: after a high-profile March presentation on television, 22 thousand copies were sold on the first day, and by the end of the year - over a quarter of a million!
The Ford Falcon Sprint became the aggregate donor for the bestseller - the model received, in particular, the engine and front suspension from it. The engineers made the rear wheel dependent, the brakes were drum brakes on all wheels, and a vacuum booster and power steering were offered as options. The basic set included a 2.8-liter engine producing 102 hp. s., which could accelerate cars to 150 km/h, fastback and coupe bodies. Later, a convertible body was added to the list of options, and the list of options included an automatic transmission and V8 engines with power up to 380 hp. With.
IN THE CHASE OF SUCCESS
The Mustang was a "poor man's sports car": comfortable and beautiful, although not luxury, and it sold quite successfully. But the competitors were not asleep: the very next year, Iacocca’s team had to update the appearance of the Mustang in order to beat the Plymouth Barracuda on the market. In the same year, new interior options were introduced: sun visors, a clock and tachometer, and electric side mirrors. The suspension and front disc brakes have also been improved.
The blue and white modification of the Mustang Shelby GT-350 with a V8 engine producing 306 hp was considered especially chic. With. Its authorship belongs to car designer and Formula 1 racer Carroll Shelby, who two years later created the GT 500 with a seven-liter V8 engine producing 335 hp. s., for the sake of installation of which the engine compartment had to be specially extended. In the spring of 1968, both Shelby cars, the GT-350 and GT-500, were renamed the Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra, which received another body variation - a convertible.
In 1969, the Mustang underwent a global modernization. The length increased by 10 cm, the weight increased by more than 50 kg, and the line was divided into three versions: the economical E, the expensive Grande and Mach 1 with a 335 hp engine. With. The production of the racing series began: the first Mustang Boss 302 was created as a competitor to the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for Trans Am oval tracks, and the Boss 429, of which only 1,358 copies were produced, was equipped with a giant seven-liter engine that produced 375 hp. With. and worked together with a manual four-speed transmission, spoilers and an oil cooler - already for the NASCAR series.
In 1971-1973, the heavier Mustangs could not find a niche. Some wanted to see them as simplified aggressive dragsters, while others wanted them to be nice family cars, but in fact they were neither one nor the other. The gasoline crisis also contributed, which ultimately led to an upgrade - again under the leadership of Iacocca, who became president of Ford Motor.
REBIRTH OF A LEGEND
The era of the Mustang II was 1974–1978, which was marked by a return to classic dimensions and the installation of an economical four-cylinder Kent engine with a power of only 86 hp. With. as standard.
Buyers liked the changes - almost 400 thousand Mustang II cars were purchased, and in 1979 the third generation appeared on a unified Fox Platform with European engines in the basic configuration and large V8s in the top-end configuration. At that time, due to the energy crisis, the cars were equipped with the weakest engines in Mustang history - the Ford Windsor 255 V8 with only 120 hp. With.
In 1987, the car was marked by a new stage of restyling, and in 1994, by a major reworking of the SN-95 chassis, which became a marker for the fourth generation of the Ford Mustang.
In 1998, customers were offered the Sport trim for the first and last time, with black vinyl hood and triple split taillights. By 1999, when the Mustang celebrated its 35th anniversary, the New Edge design concept robbed the model of the smoothness characteristic of the brand's classic cars.
By the beginning of the fifth generation, the Mach 1 was returned to the Mustang line, and all Cobra models were equipped with 4.6-liter engines with an Eaton mechanical supercharger. In 2004, the Ford Mustang acquired a new S-197 platform and began to look like its 60s self.
New and vintage Mustangs remain a dream for many car enthusiasts: in this sense, nothing has changed since Lee Iacocca's team put up a presentation "Mustang Paddocks" on the football field of the University of Chicago in 1964. By the sixth generation, the popularity of the Mustang had not fallen: in 2015, the concern introduced models with three different EcoBoost engines and an expanded list of options, and in 2018 it again modernized the model range and announced the development of the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet, which can accelerate to a maximum speed of 240 km/h in 8 seconds.
CAR RUN ACROSS THE SCREEN
It would be difficult to find a car that would leave a more noticeable mark on culture. No car has appeared in films as often as the Mustang, which has appeared in half a million films. The classic 1965 car is driven by Paul Sheldon, the protagonist of the film “Misery” based on King’s novel, the light-colored Mustang convertible was filmed in the film about agent 007 “Goldfinger”, Will Smith drives a Shelby GT500 in the desolate New York in “I Am Legend”, and the 1971 Ford Mustang, nicknamed Eleanor, is even listed in the credits of the original seventies film "Gone in 60 Seconds" - and this is only a microscopic part of the films featuring the legendary muscle cars. That is why even those who have absolutely no knowledge of cars know what this sports car looks like.
“Mustangs” inspire not only film directors, but also organizers of various “remakes” on TV shows. One of them is professional racer Brad Deberti, the hero of the Discovery Channel project “Turboduet”.
To install 18-inch-wide Mickey Thompson racing wheels with custom Forgiato wheels on the rear axle, the rear suspension had to be replaced with an independent Watson Racing one - with different arms, shocks and springs from H&R Performance.
Together with his father Doug, a famous tuning master who has been remaking cars for more than a quarter of a century, Brad makes unique cars, but not only for his own pleasure. The younger Deberti lives for racing, with victories in many championships behind him, and ahead of him is the dream of driving in the NASCAR racing series.
Wheel arch extensions complemented the TS Designs body kit with an Air Design wing, and a new hood was also made. In addition, the car received color-changing Bullseye Retro LED headlights and a Kicker audio system, which required the removal of the rear seats and spare tire.
Father and son work together in the workshop, remaking and selling tuned cars to make this wish come true, and the next project of the Turbo Duet was the Ford Mustang, which the Debertis prepared for SEMA - the largest tuning show in the world. The team got a great chance to make a name for itself in the world of tuning and get new clients.
The engine was boosted to 750 hp. With. due to the installation of Roush Supercharger and a new Borla exhaust system, and the factory brakes were replaced with more efficient Ford Performance ones.
The brand new five-liter Ford Mustang GT 2018 model year was provided to them free of charge by the manufacturer itself, but all tuning costs fell on the team. The Debertis immediately scanned the car and created a 3D model, making it easier for themselves to create the body kit: Doug and Brad decided to combine classic muscle car design and the latest Ford developments in the project.
A racing roll cage and a new radiator grille were welded for the car, carbon elements and racing bucket seats were installed in the interior. There was also some repainting: the team worked under a tight deadline, but attention was paid to every detail.
The car turned out to be impressive, but you will find out whether Brad and Doug managed to surprise their colleagues at the tuning show in the “Turbo Duet” program, which starts on May 21 and will air on Mondays at 23:00 on the Discovery Channel.
