1965 & 66 Restorers Finally Get Their Wishby Jason GiacchinoIt doesn’t take too much imagination to recognize the fact that the latest Mustang (and for that matter Camaro and Challenger) draw a lot of their styling from models of yesteryear. But for some, styling cues simply aren’t nostalgic enough. Custom builders are surely no stranger […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 31, 2011
Jeff Lilly Restorations “Franken Stang” More Treat Than Trickby Jason Giacchino The story of Frankenstein has been a horror icon since 1818, and so popular is its disturbing premise that the prefix “Franken” has become synonymous with the idea of breathing new life into a pile of conjoined pieces and bits. Perhaps it’s only fitting […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 31, 2011
by John CoyleMustang Forums OK, I’m a space cadet, and my personal list of “the coolest things ever” changes like 30 times a day. But this 1/31-scale remake of the legendary Bullitt chase scene has already earned a spot there. I mean, this is just the trailer–and look how awesome it is! Sure, Steven McQueen […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 28, 2011
by Lesley FarnerMustang Forums At SEMA next week, the Blue Oval will be showing off it’s new TracKey system, which allows drivers to flip between a street-friendly tune, and a no-hold-barred performance setting. In the simplest possible terms, it’s basically a “sport mode” on steroids, and also provides access to Pony’s “Easter Egg” launch control […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 24, 2011
by Lesley FarnerMustang Forums Straight out of the box, the Blue Oval’s Boss 302 Laguna Seca is already a fierce competitor. Just check out how well it did in Motor Trend’s Best Drivers’ Car shootout! But after the wizards at Hennessey start working their magic, this already potent Pony gets even more ferocious. The Boss […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 24, 2011
by John CoyleMustang Forums Halloween is almost here, and since I’m over costumes and candy, for me, that means only one thing–it’s almost time for SEMA! I’ve been covering the show since 2006, and this year I’m more excited than ever to hop on the plane to Sin City! Because this annual Vegas blowout is–by […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 18, 2011
by John CoyleMustang Forums The seller claims this is an original 1967 Shelby Mustang, and if he’s correct, it seems a little silly to have turned it into a restomod. Sure, the interior and drivetrain have been pulled from a 2009 Shelby, so there’s an attempt to maintain the pedigree… But seriously? How high is […] More »
By: Mustang Forums | October 17, 2011
