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Spy Shots: 2010 Ford Mustang finally gives up its interior (sort of)
by John Neff on Jan 24th 2008 at 9:11PM 
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Don't for a second believe that Ford is just going to roll over and hand over tens of thousands of Mustang sales to the upcoming Dodge Challenger and Chevy Camaro without a fight. We've been showing you spy shots of what Ford's got up its sleeves for weeks now, but this is the first time we have a shot of the next Mustang's interior. Unfortunately, Ford is just as concerned with keeping any interior upgrades a secret as it is shrouding the Mustang's new face. We've got a high-res pic of what Brenda Priddy's photographer could snap of the interior just the same, as well as new front and back shots of what we expect will be the 2010 Ford Mustang. [Photos: Brian Williams for Brenda Priddy and Co.]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Gregg 9:24PM (1/24/2008)
You have got to be kidding. By the 2010 model year, the Mustang should be due for a complete makeover, but it is not getting one. Once again, Ford will shortchange one of its best sellers with a new front clip, rear modifications, and an interior upgrade. That has been Ford's formula for years now...the one they used as they lost gobs of market share in all the arenas they used to dominate.
I do hope the all new Mustang is not more than a couple years out beyond this pathetic effort. At least they can count on the Challenger being more expensive overall, and the Camaro very late to the party. So get to work on the real new Mustang, and let's not have it later than the 2012 model year please.
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Matt Keller 9:51PM (1/24/2008)
I think this may be a cooling/exhaust mule.
Robert 10:30PM (1/24/2008)
This updated Mustang is on the same platform. There have been some changes to the underpinnings, so it's not just a mild update of the body. The engines will also be all-new. The interior is supposed to be quite nice.
There is a totally new Mustang due for 2012 on the new global RWD platform.
naggs 12:49AM (1/25/2008)
all new powertrains...
not just a touch up
Chevy Nick 2:17AM (1/25/2008)
I believe that Ford used the same frame for the Mustang from 1978-2004. By that comparison, they've got about 20 years left on this one.
Nellydesign 8:38AM (1/25/2008)
Maybe waiting until you see it without camo before spouting off might be a good idea since you obviously have no idea how much change this car actually has.
Tim 10:04PM (9/24/2008)
Hey now, come on, Ford nailed the current generation Mustang! Of course they have to change it, however, they have to be REAL CAREFULL not to screw this one up. The current model has been a huge success How much better can you really make this thing? If they screw with the design to much, we will wind up with a 1974, 1975 Mustang II. Ok up the HP to about 375 on the GT and offer some more features and options along with a little more refinement and tweek the handling a bit. Thats all you need to do for now. Again, as far as styling, Don't mess with it!
jrejre 9:40PM (1/24/2008)
The fact that they're updating the interior as well makes me think they plan on holding this one over for a good 3 years at least.
Oh well, im getting a challenger.
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Paul P. 9:42PM (1/24/2008)
Are the painted mirror covers new? Looks better than the cheap black plastic ones they use now. (Though, not as good as the painted folding mirrors on the older SN95 stangs)
Otherwise, this picture doesn't give away much. They've got it buttoned up pretty tight.
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Seminole 9:48PM (1/24/2008)
Holy large steering wheel Batman!
It might just be a peeve of mine, but I can't stand big diameter steering wheels. To me small fat rimmed wheels feel the best and give the most control. It might just be that picture, but the thing looks huge!
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Yaroukh 3:47AM (1/25/2008)
more like a steering wheel from some coach
Rboyett 8:18AM (1/25/2008)
It looks exactly the same as the steering wheel in my 2006 GT (sans silver paint) Honestly the steering wheel size is not its problem. Its just the cheap looking spokes.
nick 9:57PM (1/24/2008)
maybe i am crazy but look closly at spy shots III at the picture of the front and in the right (drivers side) looks to be a cobra looking image (look close you will see it)
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Berto 10:06PM (1/24/2008)
Interesting, I can't say for sure that its a Cobra logo but definitely looks close. I missed it the first time. I wonder what it is?
Cole 10:07PM (1/24/2008)
I saw it too! But idk, wouldn't the cobra be on the steering wheel too?
Paul P. 10:52PM (1/24/2008)
On my '03 Cobra it says "COBRA" on the steering wheel, but it still says "Mustang" over the passengers side airbag, just like the GT and V6. It's quite possible they figured they could save a few bucks by keeping the Mustang logo on the steering wheel. Wouldn't bother me in the least, it already has enough Cobra logos on it.
The other possibility is it's the new Boss, which would also be great.
john 10:10PM (1/24/2008)
yea i noticed that to, sure looks like a snake to me and the rear tires look a little wider than stock gt tires, maybe its the new 400hp boss engine model? to compete with the camaro
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Berto 10:28PM (1/24/2008)
Good point about the cobra logo not being on that steering wheel. Does anyone else think that is one hideous steering wheel? I hope that doesn't make it into production.
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meshies 9:02AM (1/25/2008)
how can you make judgment on the steering wheel when you can only see 0.08 of it.
Berto 3:13PM (1/25/2008)
I was mainly referring to the silver logo in the middle of the steering wheel.