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Bullitt Mustang specs thwart possibility of suckage
The crew over at the MustangBlog procured a copy of the 2008 Mustang Ordering Guide and after combing through the corporate doc they came across all the details of the beloved Bullitt Mustang.
On the outside, color choices will be appropriately limited to Highland Green and Black, while 18-inch Charcoal Satin Finish Euro-Flange rollers frame dark grey brake calipers holding on to Performance-grade Carbon Metallic pads up front. The 'Stang is dropped by Ford's Sport Tuned suspension kit that includes new shocks, springs and a stabilizer bar, while a Bullitt emblem faux filler cap, a spoiler delete and a new upper grille, sans Pony badge and fog lamps, completes the exterior adornments.
Performance-wise, the Bullitt gets the Ford Racing Power Pack, although we're not sure if it's just limited to the cold-air intake system or if it's the full monty, including new mass air meter, Ford Racing oil filter and new mufflers. The Bullitt will come equipped with a reflashed ECU, so we'd guess it's a bit more than just an intake, especially considering that the exhaust comes with 3.5-inch tips. A Ford Racing strut tower brace emblazoned with a serialized label stretches across the engine bay, while out back a 3.73:1 LSD makes sure the extra ponies make it to the ground. Ford decided to nix the space-saver spare in favor of a tire inflation kit, presumably to save weight.
Inside, a black interior with the Sport Leather Seat Appearance package accompanies aluminum accents in the form of a ball shifter, sill plates and pedal covers, while a custom steering wheel is fitted in place of the stock unit.
Now, if we can just get Dodge to release a comparably equipped Charger, we're going to set the team of Neff and Nunez loose on the streets of S.F.
[Source: MustangBlog]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Sandy 3:04PM (10/12/2007)
The Charger SRT-8 is allready waiting with his 430 H.P. Giddy Up!
I'm sure, next year when the Camaro returns, there will be an option of the Corvette V-8 for it.
But, then again, there allready is the Saturn Sky from the aftermarket with the Corvette V-8 in it....
SPG 2:09PM (10/12/2007)
This should look a lot better then the last Bullit Stang.
However I really hope this does not spawn some dreadful remake of Bullit.
Remakes seem to be sucking more then ever lately.
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Shipey 2:30PM (10/12/2007)
This is already underway... there was an AB post about it about it a few months ago. Brad Pitt as Bullitt. Ech.
Gary Blomquist 2:15PM (10/12/2007)
If they don't equip this Mustang with skid plates then it ain't but a poser. :)
I remember reading many years ago, about the work that went into both the Charger and the Mustang for "Bullitt".
A lot went into those cars to allow them to withstand those hard impacts after going airborn on those S.F. streets.
Does anyone know if those two cars; the Mustang and Charger still exist in a collection or in some private collector's hands?
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Gary Blomquist 2:17PM (10/12/2007)
Just realized that the Charger burned up in the movie. I wonder if that was the original car that was burned up with it hitting the gas station, or was simulated with another vehicle?
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Mark B. Morrow 8:56PM (10/25/2007)
There were two Mustangs used in Bullit. One was destroyed during filming and the other has been the source of speculation for years. Mustang monthly Magazine has reported that the car is in private hands in Ohio. The owner has refused to allow the car to be photographed.
Nick 2:23PM (10/12/2007)
What is so great about this? Right down to the faux filler cap, this is nothing but a tacked up GT, which will likely cost thousands over what it would be if you bought the FRP packages and simple cosmetic modifications on your own, just like the Shelby GT. There's nothing special about this car, and people are fooling themselves if they think it's going to appreciate in value in the future like a classic GT390 would.
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naggs 6:24PM (10/12/2007)
+1
nothing but an overpriced option package
Menice 2:24PM (10/12/2007)
......and i cant say 'hygene product'....
Tooo many styles, too many mustangs.
There are more new mustangs in NY now then there are sarcatic bloggers. There is one at every light.
the dodge dealer on 112 has 2 of them right out on the grass and does not sell fords!?!
I think this is gonna look great, it's like they just keep putting on a new dress, new lipstick and put her back on the corner in hopes of attracting someone new to buy her.
giddy up!
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Edward 2:27PM (10/12/2007)
I think I read that a "Bullitt" remake was already in the cards, starring Brad Pitt.
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Evan Brom 2:37PM (10/12/2007)
The bad part is this car will probably be classified as SCCA F Stock despite all of the Street prepared mods from the factory forcing all F Stock people to get this car.
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JayP 3:05PM (10/12/2007)
The '01 Bullitt was pretty cool. It handled terrific for a sold axle car, big brakes, good power. It let me go retro with a Hurst Shifter and smokey burnouts. Quality was eh...
Looks like the '08 will head the same way with suspension upgrades and an exhaust that'll scare the kids.
And an LSD. Crap. I gotta get this one.
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Nick 4:01PM (10/12/2007)
Because it's not like you can't get an LSD on a regular GT...Oh wait, you can.
JayP 7:12PM (10/12/2007)
Couldn't get one on the '01 which was one reason it was a hard car to commute in the rain.
Nick 7:43PM (10/12/2007)
Maybe, but you can get one on the current Mustang, it's right on the options list.
Tony Alonso 6:21PM (10/13/2007)
The V8 Mustangs from 1994-2004 all had a form of limited-slip differentials. They were called "Traction-Loc", Ford's patented name. The rear-end gear had no factory optional ratios during those model years. Starting with the 2006 V8 Mustangs GTs, there was a choice between 3.31 and 3.55s. These cars also have "Traction-Loc" differential.
Christian 3:16PM (10/12/2007)
"Tooo many styles, too many mustangs." Any idea how many versions of Porsche 911 you can buy? That's right close to 20, all pretty much the same after the basic 4 models. Last I looked ther are about 5-6 versions of the stang.
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Matt 3:53PM (10/12/2007)
Yeah...and a 911 is a wee bit different than a tired old Mustang. Not to mention that with a different model of the 911, you actually get something for your money. Not just parts from the JC Whitney catalog stuck on with tape.
Christian 9:06AM (10/13/2007)
Yeah your right, you get to spend $20,000 on a handling package or different brakes. Tired old mustang...LOL. Have a look how Porsche 996/997 did the last 3 years against the S197 stang in Grand-Am cup, Koni Challenge. PS these cars have some of the "JC Whitney" parts you refer to. Get a clue.
Jared 4:08PM (10/12/2007)
If it still has a solid rear axle, then it still sucks.
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