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If there were ever a vehicle that could pull off the color pink, it would certainly be the current Ford Mustang. The unmistakable connection to the 60's lends itself well to the same successes Ford enjoyed forty years ago, as evidenced by the rejuvenated Shelby connection, GT/CS and the upcoming Boss. Unique colors were a 60's trademark as well, and the new palette covers the spectrum with hues such as White Chocolate, Crème Brule, Dark Cherry, Grabber Orange, Merlot, French Silk, Lime Gold, Orange Frost and Light Sage. Playboy Pink, first available on a Mustang in 1967, might be next.
It seems that Team Mustang engineers have been tossing the idea of Playboy Pink model around ever since the new body was penned. Given the fact that they are currently producing the hottest model in the Ford line up, they are being given a wide breadth when it comes to the implementation of new ideas.
The new Mustang certainly has enjoyed smashing success in the marketplace, and with the continued proliferation of new models, how can they pass on Playboy Pink? What a great opportunity for some co-marketing! The question is will Ford "pony" up the dollars to Hef? We don't think so, but never fear, the fanatical Mustang fan base will quickly resurrect the name and include "Playboy" in any reference to the color.
[Source: stangsunleashed]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Howard Kerr @ Nov 21st 2006 11:52AM
Does the new Mustang "wear" pink well? I don't think so. Unlike the Playboy Pink Mustangs of the '60s, the current car has no chrome to break up all those huge expanses of pink. It make the car look like a gigantic Pepto-Bismol tablet.
I do look forward to Ford's resurrecting some of the other colors used on the older Mustangs like that metallic turquoise used on '66 Mustangs.
srivendel @ Nov 21st 2006 11:53AM
Damn, that thing is absolutely dire. We don't need to discuss who this appeals to, because the target demographic is, uh, flamingly obvious. I'm all for fun special editions and one-offs, but if this is the kind of crap that Ford thinks is a good idea we should all be very afraid.
Mr_Oak @ Nov 21st 2006 11:53AM
Now, That's what I call pretty in pink.
Mine would be a stripped down streel legal and race ready whip. I would cruise the boulevards of America in search of prey. M3 prey, Porsche prey, Nissan prey, GTO prey etc.
D-Dog @ Nov 21st 2006 12:15PM
With Ford's heavy involvement with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, I seriously doubt that the car would be labeled "Playboy Pink" but more likely, a "Warrior in Pink."
Ann @ Nov 21st 2006 12:31PM
the car is gorgeous. I'll slap an Ayu-chan image on it and will run over any schmuck who claims kimiga is better then Kanon.
FrankTheCrank @ Nov 21st 2006 12:32PM
Can you say "Jump The Shark"???
If they really do a pink Mustang that will pretty much seal the deal for me. I wouldn't even consider it.
PINK, are you serious? Yellow, Orange, Green...sure, but PINK? What's next? I'll guarantee you there's no PINK Camaro or Challenger on the way. GUARANTEED!!!
Blake @ Nov 21st 2006 12:36PM
My pink car is better!!!
http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/gallery/data/500/BMayerle2.jpg
Richard Warren @ Nov 21st 2006 12:38PM
Some white pinstripes and you're ready to go! Go for it, would make great Mary Kay cars also.
NCTRNL @ Nov 21st 2006 12:38PM
Mr_Oak,
You're going to need more than a Pink Mustang to chase down any M3's or GTO's.
smooth sailin @ Nov 21st 2006 1:42PM
Pamela Andersen ,Mary Kay,Pinky Tuskadarro (Fonzie's girlfreind)all must have this car.
felix @ Nov 21st 2006 2:11PM
Wow...that's like if you made some WWE wrestler wear a pink flower dress every time he entered the ring. In other words, it looks....uncomfortable.
Andy @ Nov 21st 2006 2:19PM
Heff will buy one for his overrated girlfriends. They were spotted at Glamourcon in LA. You could hear the collection of murmurs: "They're not hot." Neither is this Mustang. But it is a publicity stunt. A cute one at that. As long as it isn't too airbrushed.
DEB @ Nov 21st 2006 2:20PM
Playboy Pink? More likely "Bunny Pink." What guy would drive this car!
Mr_Oak @ Nov 21st 2006 3:00PM
NCTRNL: ------> You're going to need more than a Pink Mustang to chase down any M3's or GTO's.
Have you peeked into Ford's parts bin lately. There are more go fast aftermarket parts for Mustangs than any other car on the planet. Start out with a stock GT, shed as much weight as you can without compromising safety, and add horsepower.
Larger throttle bodies, fuel injectors, reprogram ECM, headers, tighten up the suspension etc.
I've come across some nasty little 'stangs out there. Ones capable of taking down just about anything in autodom. If you don't know that you don't know cars. M3s are a mere snack for some of the monster 'stangs out there. A 500 or 600 hp 'stang is not a stretch. How many 500 or 600 hp M3s have you come across.
srivendel @ Nov 21st 2006 3:05PM
Oak -- The Mustang pictured is a V6 with the Pony Package. M3 owners are no doubt sleeping soundly.
PJ @ Nov 21st 2006 3:05PM
"I would cruise the boulevards of America in search of prey. M3 prey, Porsche prey, Nissan prey, GTO prey etc."
That wouldn't be pretty, especially not in the V6 "Pony Package" pictured above. The fastest 5-speed GTs tested by the major mags have done 0-60 in 5.1 seconds. The GTO typically squeaks into the high 4s, the M3, into the mid-4s. You might outrun a 350Z in a straight line, but the 'Stang is just too soft, with too much understeer dialed in, to come close to outhandling it.
Don't get me wrong, I love the new Mustang, and its nostalgic over-the-road feel is perfect for the misty-eyed buyers it's attracting. But in C&D's recent "Lightning Lap" issue, it lapped VIR 0.3 second *slower* than a Chevy Cobalt SS Supercharged.
Mr_Oak @ Nov 21st 2006 4:08PM
You people are all crazy, That you'd think I would use the bottom feeder 'stang for the boulevard wars is nuts. I love the color pink as a lure to bring suckers in, then blow their doors off. Under the skin the car will be a monster.
DIY that you can buy the dry sumped aluminum block of a Ford GT on their Performance parts website? Yes you can.
I am currently evaluating a project for my son (12 years old and I. My project has us picking up a slightly used V6 current model 'stang, gutting it and building a monster. Why spend the bucks for a V8 if you're going to yank the motor out anyway?
....and yes if I were to do this project, it would be a boulevard screamer. It will also be capable of turning left and right, with no racing stripes.
Ali @ Apr 28th 2007 1:05PM
I would LOVE to be seen driving this car!
Patrice @ Aug 15th 2007 9:16AM
if you dont like the pink thats fine you dont have to but some people do and thats who this mustang is for its not like they are telling every one to buy one thats why they have more then just pink but i will be 1st in line for this one !
Patrice @ Aug 15th 2007 9:17AM
if you dont like the pink thats fine you dont have to but some people do and thats who this mustang is for its not like they are telling every one to buy one thats why they have more then just pink but i will be 1st in line for this one !