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#1241
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Some info posted in the General Car Talk thread...but, here's the official details...
Press release...
Press release...
The engineering and design teams at Ford Motor Company have produced a unique U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition 2014 Ford Mustang GT. This car will be donated by Ford to be sold at the Gathering of Eagles charity event on Thursday, Aug. 1 during the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh 2013 – the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.
All proceeds from the car donation and sale will benefit the EAA Young Eagles program, which has provided free introductory flights to more than 1.6 million young people since 1992, helping inspire and motivate the next generation of leaders, aviators and innovators.
Ford is the exclusive automotive sponsor of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, held July 29 through Aug. 4 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wis.
“The dedication and excellence displayed by the United States Air Force Thunderbirds are qualities we also celebrate at Ford,” said Edsel B. Ford II, a member of the Ford board of directors. “With this year’s beautiful U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang, we’ve captured the recognizable symbols of their stature and paired it with the innovation our Ford design and engineering teams build into all of our products.
“Through this project,” Ford added, “we take great pride in continuing our support for EAA and the Young Eagles organization.”
This unique U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Ford Mustang GT celebrates and commemorates the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the fastest, multi-jet flight demonstration team in the world. Thunderbirds fly the F-16 Falcon, known for its glossy red, white and blue paint scheme.
This one-of-a-kind car is VIN 0001. The design of the modified 2014 Mustang GT 5.0-liter glass-roof coupe exudes a creative connection to the Thunderbirds, with a contemporary flair for the serious collector.
The exterior will showcase a custom brilliant white paint with red and blue accents, as well as markings and logos, tying it to the Thunderbirds’ F-16 Falcon aircraft. The unique treatment includes wide body modifications and a handcrafted and painted “belly pan” that emulates the F-16 Thunderbird appearance. TS Designs handcrafted the front and rear wide body elements, Creations n’ Chrome crafted the unique belly pan – plus applied the paint and markings – and Forgiato created custom 22-inch wheels to further differentiate this Mustang from anything else on the road.
Unique interior details of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Ford Mustang GT include a modified navigation screen, instrument cluster and rear seat-delete. The car’s Recaro® seats include embroidered Thunderbirds elements. Additional features include unique sill plates and puddle lamps that project the aircraft silhouette when the doors open.
Ford Racing components will boost the performance to an extraordinary level. With the addition of a Ford Racing supercharger, suspension handling pack and Brembo® brakes, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang will exude class, power and performance.
Ford Design Manager Melvin Betancourt and Mustang Chief Nameplate Engineer Dave Pericak led the design and engineering teams that developed the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang GT.
The Young Eagles auction is part of the EAA Gathering of Eagles gala. The Gathering of Eagles annually draws more than 1,000 aviation enthusiasts in support of Young Eagles and other EAA programs that inspire young people to become engineers, aviators, astronauts, scientists and innovators – the aviation pioneers of tomorrow.
“Ford is a longtime, committed sponsor of EAA and AirVenture, bringing value to those who make Oshkosh the pinnacle of their aviation year,” said Jack Pelton, EAA Chairman. “These specialty vehicles reflect the depth of Ford’s commitment and allow EAA to provide support to its valuable programs and dedicated members in helping us grow the next generation of aviators.”
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition joins five other one-of-a-kind Mustangs created by the Ford design and engineering teams for the EAA Young Eagles auction in recent years, each generating excitement among aviation and automotive enthusiasts alike. Ford vehicles sold at auction during past EAA AirVenture events have collectively raised nearly $1.9 million to support Young Eagles.
The unique vehicles produced by Ford in support of EAA Young Eagles include the Mustang AV8R, with cues from the F-22 “Raptor,” which in 2008 helped introduce the glass-roof canopy and delivered a record auction contribution of $500,000. In 2009 Ford’s AV-X10 “Dearborn Doll” Mustang was crafted in honor of World War II aircraft. In 2010 two automotive icons – the late Carroll Shelby, a former U.S. Air Force flight instructor, and Jack Roush, longtime P-51 pilot – collaborated for the first time to create the SR-71 “Blackbird” Mustang inspired by the legendary reconnaissance jet. The “Blue Angels” Mustang in 2011 celebrated 100 years of United States naval aviation, and last year’s “Red Tails” Mustang paid homage to the Tuskegee Airmen, the courageous squadron of P-51 Mustang pilots who were the United States’ first African American military airmen.
During EAA AirVenture, Ford will offer attendees access to the latest advances in automobile technology and feature exciting attractions and fan favorites at the Ford Hangar on the grounds of Wittman Regional Airport. Ford activities include top-tier entertainment and interactive components that will add excitement for the hundreds of thousands of aviation fans in attendance.
To participate in the auction, candidates must prequalify by contacting the EAA development office at 800.236.1025 or development@eaa.org.
Sponsors supporting the build of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang include Creations n’ Chrome, TS Designs, Ford Racing Performance Parts, Forgiato and Brembo Brakes.
All proceeds from the car donation and sale will benefit the EAA Young Eagles program, which has provided free introductory flights to more than 1.6 million young people since 1992, helping inspire and motivate the next generation of leaders, aviators and innovators.
Ford is the exclusive automotive sponsor of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, held July 29 through Aug. 4 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wis.
“The dedication and excellence displayed by the United States Air Force Thunderbirds are qualities we also celebrate at Ford,” said Edsel B. Ford II, a member of the Ford board of directors. “With this year’s beautiful U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang, we’ve captured the recognizable symbols of their stature and paired it with the innovation our Ford design and engineering teams build into all of our products.
“Through this project,” Ford added, “we take great pride in continuing our support for EAA and the Young Eagles organization.”
This unique U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Ford Mustang GT celebrates and commemorates the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the fastest, multi-jet flight demonstration team in the world. Thunderbirds fly the F-16 Falcon, known for its glossy red, white and blue paint scheme.
This one-of-a-kind car is VIN 0001. The design of the modified 2014 Mustang GT 5.0-liter glass-roof coupe exudes a creative connection to the Thunderbirds, with a contemporary flair for the serious collector.
The exterior will showcase a custom brilliant white paint with red and blue accents, as well as markings and logos, tying it to the Thunderbirds’ F-16 Falcon aircraft. The unique treatment includes wide body modifications and a handcrafted and painted “belly pan” that emulates the F-16 Thunderbird appearance. TS Designs handcrafted the front and rear wide body elements, Creations n’ Chrome crafted the unique belly pan – plus applied the paint and markings – and Forgiato created custom 22-inch wheels to further differentiate this Mustang from anything else on the road.
Unique interior details of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Ford Mustang GT include a modified navigation screen, instrument cluster and rear seat-delete. The car’s Recaro® seats include embroidered Thunderbirds elements. Additional features include unique sill plates and puddle lamps that project the aircraft silhouette when the doors open.
Ford Racing components will boost the performance to an extraordinary level. With the addition of a Ford Racing supercharger, suspension handling pack and Brembo® brakes, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang will exude class, power and performance.
Ford Design Manager Melvin Betancourt and Mustang Chief Nameplate Engineer Dave Pericak led the design and engineering teams that developed the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang GT.
The Young Eagles auction is part of the EAA Gathering of Eagles gala. The Gathering of Eagles annually draws more than 1,000 aviation enthusiasts in support of Young Eagles and other EAA programs that inspire young people to become engineers, aviators, astronauts, scientists and innovators – the aviation pioneers of tomorrow.
“Ford is a longtime, committed sponsor of EAA and AirVenture, bringing value to those who make Oshkosh the pinnacle of their aviation year,” said Jack Pelton, EAA Chairman. “These specialty vehicles reflect the depth of Ford’s commitment and allow EAA to provide support to its valuable programs and dedicated members in helping us grow the next generation of aviators.”
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition joins five other one-of-a-kind Mustangs created by the Ford design and engineering teams for the EAA Young Eagles auction in recent years, each generating excitement among aviation and automotive enthusiasts alike. Ford vehicles sold at auction during past EAA AirVenture events have collectively raised nearly $1.9 million to support Young Eagles.
The unique vehicles produced by Ford in support of EAA Young Eagles include the Mustang AV8R, with cues from the F-22 “Raptor,” which in 2008 helped introduce the glass-roof canopy and delivered a record auction contribution of $500,000. In 2009 Ford’s AV-X10 “Dearborn Doll” Mustang was crafted in honor of World War II aircraft. In 2010 two automotive icons – the late Carroll Shelby, a former U.S. Air Force flight instructor, and Jack Roush, longtime P-51 pilot – collaborated for the first time to create the SR-71 “Blackbird” Mustang inspired by the legendary reconnaissance jet. The “Blue Angels” Mustang in 2011 celebrated 100 years of United States naval aviation, and last year’s “Red Tails” Mustang paid homage to the Tuskegee Airmen, the courageous squadron of P-51 Mustang pilots who were the United States’ first African American military airmen.
During EAA AirVenture, Ford will offer attendees access to the latest advances in automobile technology and feature exciting attractions and fan favorites at the Ford Hangar on the grounds of Wittman Regional Airport. Ford activities include top-tier entertainment and interactive components that will add excitement for the hundreds of thousands of aviation fans in attendance.
To participate in the auction, candidates must prequalify by contacting the EAA development office at 800.236.1025 or development@eaa.org.
Sponsors supporting the build of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Mustang include Creations n’ Chrome, TS Designs, Ford Racing Performance Parts, Forgiato and Brembo Brakes.
#1242
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#1244
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Yup, IWHI.
#1245
The sizzle in the Steak
Looks great next to the F-16's....it would look a bit goofy on it's own driving down the road.
#1246
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The stars would look goofy alone on the road, yeah.
but as it stands its nice and understated. Not over-baked. I like it.
but as it stands its nice and understated. Not over-baked. I like it.
#1247
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Beautiful.
#1248
אני עומד עם ישראל
It's a work of art.
#1249
![Cool](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/icons/icon6.gif)
Yay or nay?
Front end spied uncovered: http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=797
I say yay, if only for the fact that it looks more modern than the current throwback design.
Front end spied uncovered: http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=797
I say yay, if only for the fact that it looks more modern than the current throwback design.
#1250
Aston Martin 5.0
I really like it, can't wait to see what the interior looks like.
I really like it, can't wait to see what the interior looks like.
#1251
The sizzle in the Steak
Looks very promising indeed.
Perhaps we will finally see a modern looking sleek Mustang!!
...and yea, I bet the interior will blow the current
interior away.
Perhaps we will finally see a modern looking sleek Mustang!!
...and yea, I bet the interior will blow the current
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#1252
Senior Moderator
Ford has said even with IRS, they are shooting to make it 400lbs lighter than the current stang
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#1254
#1255
The sizzle in the Steak
New Interior Spy Shots
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#1257
The start/stop button location is particularly heinous.
#1258
The sizzle in the Steak
Come now...be serious....pretty much anything is better than the current low-rent rental car look/feel interior.
#1259
Some dude
.... why did someone feel the need to pixelate the divers legs?
#1260
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ Dude had really hideous pants
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#1263
Midnight Marauder
That climate control area looks like an ergonomic nightmare. The buttons are spaced to closely and too small.
#1265
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New rendering...
#1267
I drive a Subata.
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That looks terrible to me.
Love the current generation.
Love the current generation.
#1268
The sizzle in the Steak
Oh please don't let it look like that!!!!
That looks horrible!
That looks horrible!
#1270
Instructor
Looks too "smoothed out" in my opinion. I like more aggressive lines/angles for some areas of the Mustang. That looks like the cheap simple car every 5 year old kid tries to draw when drawing a car (at least when I was a kid anyway).
I don't know how to post a picture link but I loved this concept. Looks way more menacing.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...stangFinal.jpg
I don't know how to post a picture link but I loved this concept. Looks way more menacing.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...stangFinal.jpg
#1271
▒JDM ¥ KING▒
Accord wannabe... please
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#1275
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That rendering is dogshit...that "artist" should be laughed out of the community.
#1276
Suzuka Master
Its so blah
#1277
The sizzle in the Steak
I don't think it's gonna look like that horrible rendering.
It's gonna look quite a bit different from the current "retro" design.
Time to take the Mustang into the 21st century.
It's gonna look quite a bit different from the current "retro" design.
Time to take the Mustang into the 21st century.
#1279
The sizzle in the Steak
2015 Ford Mustang to make official debut on December 5
One of the most hotly anticipated new models in recent times, the redesigned 2015 Ford Mustang will soon be making its offical debut.
Ford has confirmed that it will unveil the new-generation Mustang at 12:01 am on December 5, with the debut taking place simultaneously in six cities on four continents - Dearborn, Los Angeles, New York, Barcelona, Shanghai and Sydney.
Ford has confirmed that it will unveil the new-generation Mustang at 12:01 am on December 5, with the debut taking place simultaneously in six cities on four continents - Dearborn, Los Angeles, New York, Barcelona, Shanghai and Sydney.
#1280
Some dude
New Mustang leaked
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From Jalopnik:
I like it, not as cool as the Corvette redesign but it doesn't look bad. Kinda disappointed that the dimensions shrink like was rumored though.
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From Jalopnik:
Now you've seen the leaked 2015 Ford Mustang courtesy of an Autoweek leak, and now the mag has some of the details from the new pony car. Here's what we know so far.P
• Independent Rear Suspension, obviously
• 200-pound weight reduction over the outgoing Mustang, thanks in part to aluminum front fenders
• Two GT Performance Packs, one for the 2.3 Ecoboost and another for the 5.0 V8, includes limited-slip diff; V8 PP cars get 15-inch Brembos with six-pot calipers
• Ford says GT faster on track than 2012 Boss
• Standard keyless entry, meaning all cars get a proximity key
• At least some versions have MyFord Touch, but with physical knobs and buttons for HVAC functions
• 10% of production is expected to end up overseas, but Canada will remain second largest market for it
Update, according to Chris Doane on Facebook:
• The wheelbase is the same as the 2014 model (107.1 inches) and the overall length is nearly identical.
• The front track is the also the same as the 2014, but the rear track is 2 inches wider at 64.9 inches.
• The overall height of the new car is about 1.5 inches shorter and the overall width of the car is about 1.5 inches wider.
• Independent Rear Suspension, obviously
• 200-pound weight reduction over the outgoing Mustang, thanks in part to aluminum front fenders
• Two GT Performance Packs, one for the 2.3 Ecoboost and another for the 5.0 V8, includes limited-slip diff; V8 PP cars get 15-inch Brembos with six-pot calipers
• Ford says GT faster on track than 2012 Boss
• Standard keyless entry, meaning all cars get a proximity key
• At least some versions have MyFord Touch, but with physical knobs and buttons for HVAC functions
• 10% of production is expected to end up overseas, but Canada will remain second largest market for it
Update, according to Chris Doane on Facebook:
• The wheelbase is the same as the 2014 model (107.1 inches) and the overall length is nearly identical.
• The front track is the also the same as the 2014, but the rear track is 2 inches wider at 64.9 inches.
• The overall height of the new car is about 1.5 inches shorter and the overall width of the car is about 1.5 inches wider.
Last edited by MeehowsBRZ; 12-03-2013 at 02:22 PM.