• The Boss returns! Limited production 2012 Mustang Boss 302 set to become the quickest, best-handling straight-production Mustang ever offered by Ford, based on the world-class foundation provided by the 2011 Mustang GT
• Boss upgraded in nearly every vehicle system; engine output, brakes, suspension, interior and exterior all examined to optimize weight, aerodynamics and track performance >
• Full Mustang team effort results in a comprehensive re-engineering available only through the factory; new Boss is not a package that can be purchased out of a catalog or achieved through tuning or aftermarket parts
• Limited-production track-oriented Boss 302 Laguna Seca model expands on Boss racing aspirations, deleting rear seat and adding race-ready suspension and aerodynamic treatments

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MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 13, 2010 - Ford gave the green light only once before: In 1968, management approved a special Mustang - a car that sacrificed nothing in its quest to be the best all-around road-going performance machine ever created by Ford Motor Company. That car became the 1969 Mustang Boss 302, and it remains one of the world's most sought-after examples of American performance.

Forty-two years later, Ford has given the green light again.

Polishing a Mustang exhaust system is a relatively straightforward task. While the exhaust is not considered to be one of the most crucial parts of the Mustang in terms of the overall appearance of the car, it's nonetheless an important component and, if you want your vehicle to look its best at all times, you'll need to keep a close eye on this part as well. Because of the nature of the function of the exhaust system, it's easy for it to become dirty and layered in grime. This means that you should check on it about every 2 to 3 months make sure that you don't need to polish it down with a towel, sponge and brush kit.

The Mustang V6 is a powerful and sporty car that attracts some of the highest praise from both customers and critics alike. This vehicle is a high performance car that is typically unique on the road for a number of different competitive reasons. If you want to make your Mustang V6 even more unique, however, there are other things that you can do as well. For instance, you should consider lowering the vehicle with a springs kit. These kits are relatively easy to install at home and are an inexpensive way to modify your car and make it truly distinguished and distinctive both. However, installing a springs kit to lower your Mustang V6 can be a dangerous activity, so it's important that you exercise the proper safety precautions at all times, and always stop and ask for help if you're confused at all.

Has the air conditioning system in your Ford Mustang started blowing warm air year-round?  Air conditioning system repairs can get to be very expensive but before running to your mechanic there are some steps that you can take that could save you some money.

First, look around under the hood of your Ford Mustang for the air conditioning systems decal.  Here, you will get the basic information that you need to service your AC system including the type of refrigerant used in your Mustang.  Older models will use R-12 whereas newer Mustangs use an eco-friendlier R-134a type refrigerant and while you can retrofit an older vehicle to accept the newer Freon, it is important never to mix the two as it can ruin the system.

• Ford offered Boss 302 and 429 versions of Mustang from 1969 to 1970; the Boss 351 was built for 1971 only on a larger, restyled Mustang body
• The original Boss 302 cars were designed to dominate SCCA Trans-Am racing with a high-revving small-block V8 and outstanding road-holding capability; Boss 429 cars were designed with acceleration in mind and built to satisfy NASCAR engine homologation requirements
• All classic Boss models are coveted collectibles today thanks to outstanding performance and limited production numbers

MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 13, 2010 - For 2012, Mustang Boss revives a legendary name known for uncompromising performance on the road and the track. Arriving in 1969, the first Mustang Boss was forged from a simple mandate by Ford management to the designers and engineers: Create a Mustang that would be unbeatable on SCCA race courses and local drag strips alike.

By then, Mustang sales success was assured thanks to its sporty nature. As a true high-performance icon, however, the car's history had yet to be written. That changed when company leadership decided to pursue dominance in the popular SCCA Trans-Am road racing series. They chose to homologate their new NASCAR 429 engine using the Mustang, directing engineers to begin creating performance that would become legendary.

The result - Boss - spanned three engine configurations across two Mustang body styles, each of which remains a coveted classic among enthusiasts and collectors today.

A Mustang V6 Is a special car that requires a good deal of care and attention in order to keep it functioning properly. If you own one of these vehicles, you owe it to the continued longevity of the car to change out the oil periodically. This will help to keep the engine working smoothly, regardless of how often you drive the car. ideally, you should plan to change the oil in your Mustang V6 every 3000 miles or so, although this number is only an estimate; check on the oil levels manually to see when they're running low and so you'll know when to change the oil.

Changing your own oil is not only cheaper and faster than taking your car to a service station, but it also allows you the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of your car. Read on for some step by step guidelines to changing the oil in your Mustang V6 at home.

You've got a scratch on your Ford Mustang. You've tried polishing it out and you've tried rubbing compound. Neither has helped. Turtle Wax has a product that may help you get rid of that scratch.

Materials Required

• One or two microfiber or cheesecloth towels
• Turtle Wax Scratch Repair Kit
• Car wash kit

You're a collector of the Ford Mustang and you have one or two from each era. All of them have original paint and you're not sure what type of wax to use on which cars. You've been into the auto parts store and the people there aren't much help and the guys at the body shop want to sell you some expensive, professional wax that requires an expensive buffer to coat and buff.