For Those into 1960s Mustangs - This is *AWESOME*

[Mjolnir]

This is something I've kinda fantasized about with other Ford engineers for a bit and it has come to fruition!

Awesome!

http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/...967-mustang-convertible-body-shell-announced/

 

[JWG223]

This is something I've kinda fantasized about with other Ford engineers for a bit and it has come to fruition!

Awesome!

http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/...967-mustang-convertible-body-shell-announced/

Does it have/need a VIN and is it street-legal?

 

[MALIBU12]

Does it have/need a VIN and is it street-legal?

probably have to register it as a kit and from what i read it's all from china! . . But i like this better http://www.goodmarkindustries.com/roller.cfm67-69 camaro bodies !

 

[topgunz1]

If they make a 68 fastback body I'll start a lifelong savings to build one...

 

[MALIBU12]

If they make a 68 fastback body I'll start a lifelong savings to build one...

Start saving !!!

More http://www.dynacornclassicbodies.com/ford_models2.html

 

[topgunz1]

DAMN YOU! Ever since I got my Dark Highland Green 01 Bullitt and watched Steve McQueen tear ass around San Francisco in his 68 I've wanted one to match...

 

[Bayoupiper]

Now if they make a 1970 Mach One body, I'm in!



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[Gus McCrae]

 

[edman87k5]

I still kick myself for not getting the 68 fastback that my buddy's dad had when we were in high school- 15 years ago. It was 100% original except the rear louvers were aftermarket instead of factory, it had non factory stripes added and had an electric choke added. We drove it everywhere, it was a daily driver. He sold it for 4 grand I believe and bought a new family car.
My parents had a 72(IIRC) mach one when I was a baby. I know the keys for it would crank their thunderbird when I was a kid because after they sold the stang, I had the extra keys as a toy and they went berserk when I was revving the t bird in the driveway when I was maybe 4.

 

[CEHollier]

Make mine the 69.

 

[topgunz1]

they really have outdone themselves with the new 5.0's. The Boss 302 is the fastest mustang ever and is stepping up to the M3 and holding it's own. Even the base GT's are great. Everytime I see one I get jealous, then remember that mine is paid for and doesn't cost 30K+

 

[BOSS351]

Yep, its amazing what Mustangs have today as far as performance goes. I am certain Dynacorn will make a 69 and 70 body simply because of the damand for clone Boss 302s and with a little engine compartment modification work maybe for a Boss 429 also. The great thing is you can put your own modern suspension and drivetrain in it and still have the classic looks.
Many times I think about selling my Boss to get a new Mustang GT, Shelby,Roush, etc. simply because of the performance of the newer cars. When I got my Boss in '89 it was at that time still the quickest factory production Mustang made..todays cars will outperform mine in every way...the only thing it will never have is the sweet sound of solid lifters and the exhaust note of a Cleveland at 7000 rpm!!
I don't know of anyone who is building a car with the Dynacorn body and am curious to know how the build is going. Knowing someone doing it is not the same as reading about a build in a magazine.

 

[Mjolnir]

Yes, the new 5.0L GT with the Handling Pack is one very nice vehicle, indeed!

 

[fepowered]

Now if they make a 1970 Mach One body, I'm in!.

Here you go!

1970 shell...(actually 1967-70 shells)

 

[dantheman]

When I was in High School , I had a 1967 Mustang Fastback , 289 cu in . If I ever win the lottery , I will have another !

 

[SVTFreak]

+1 on the new 5.0. I'll never go back. With the tvs it's 1000x's the car my 03 cobras where.

 

[JWG223]

Those are beautiful. For those that haven't bothered to look at todays Mustang, they are pretty amazing.

2011 FORD MUSTANG GT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
BODY
Construction: Unitized welded steel body, aluminum hood
Final assembly location: Flat Rock, Michigan
POWERTRAIN AND CHASSIS
ENGINE V-8
Type 5.0L 4V Ti-VCT V-8
Manufacturing location Essex Engine, Windsor, Ontario
Configuration Aluminum block and heads
Intake manifold Composite shell-welded with runner pack
Exhaust manifold Stainless steel tubular headers
Redline 7,000 rpm
Valvetrain DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, variable intake, variable camshaft timing
Valve diameter/lift (mm) Intake: 37/12; Exhaust: 31/11
Ti-VCT operating range 50 degrees for both intake and exhaust
Pistons Cast aluminum
Connecting rods Forged steel
Ignition High-energy coil-on-plug
Bore x stroke 3.63 in x 3.65 in/92.2 mm x 92.7 mm
Displacement 302 cu. in./4,951 cc
Compression ratio 11.0:1 (est.)
Engine control system PCM
Horsepower 412 @ 6,500 rpm (est.)
Horsepower per liter 82.4
Torque 390 lb.-ft. @ 4,250 rpm (est.)
Recommended fuel 91 octane (unleaded 87 octane minimum)
Fuel capacity 16 gallons
Fuel delivery Sequential mechanical returnless
Oil capacity 8 quarts with filter (10,000-mile service interval)

DRIVETRAIN
Layout Rear-wheel drive (Limited slip differential)
TRANSMISSION
Standard 6-speed manual
Gear ratios
1st 3.66
2nd 2.43
3rd 1.69
4th 1.32
5th 1.00
6th 0.65
Final drive 3.31:1

MPG rating - 18/25

A friend of mine just bought an automatic convertible 2011 GT. Years ago I would have scoffed at the automatic - no longer. It lights up the tires effortlessly. The top is acceptably insulated. The stereo is great. The seat is comfortable.

I'm honestly thinking that in a couple years, once the 5.0 has been around for a while, I might have to get one.

I'm trading my Z06 here next year, and I considered the BOSS302, but the solid-rear axle has to go. I will never own an SRA sports car (The mustang has arguably morphed into a sports car, with exclusion of that one tidbit).

I understand you can tell me all about how fabulous it does on the track, skidpad, and paddock, but the real world isn't billiard-table smooth. It has ruts, pot-holes, and all sorts of things that will upset an SRA mid-corner.

Go IRS, and put some real tires on it, and that car will be a MONSTER!

 

[edman87k5]

Isn't the cobra IRS?

 

[JWG223]

Isn't the cobra IRS?

From 1999 to 2004, it was, excluding 2002, when there was no Cobra. It was about the crappiest IRS known to man, though. Horrible geometry and weak half-shafts.

 

[RyanW]

Isn't the cobra IRS?

New Edge Cobras are, 99-01 and 03-04 Terminators.


The 5.0 ain't sh!t, the Blown 5.8 is what I've started saving my pennies for. I want a 2014 GT500, 50th anniversary, and I hope they do a special 2014 1/2 model, black with dark dark red stripes!!!! 650hp, 600lbft!!!!! I'm sure a pulley and a tune will make it ungodly