Pondering 2015 Lineup Options

Bullitt347 · Nov 28, 2012

Do not count out a twin turbo 5.0 GT. The new Cobra Jet drag car is a twin turbo 5.0, so that stuff could yet trickle down to the regular 5.0 GT

85_SS_302_Coupe · Nov 28, 2012

Bullitt347 said:
Do not count out a twin turbo 5.0 GT. The new Cobra Jet drag car is a twin turbo 5.0, so that stuff could yet trickle down to the regular 5.0 GT

I just don't see the GT ever getting that kind of power. It would easily be in GT500 territory, so why would they do that? They're not gonna put out a 500hp GT.

Bullitt347 · Nov 28, 2012

IDK, 500 HP is only 75 or so HP away, what with the GT500 packing 662, what is wrong with 500 in a GT?

85_SS_302_Coupe · Nov 28, 2012

Bullitt347 said:
IDK, 500 HP is only 75 or so HP away, what with the GT500 packing 662, what is wrong with 500 in a GT?

We'd love it, i just don't see them selling that to the public at the same price they're selling it as now. It's perfectly doable, but i think it would drive the GT into Vette pricing.

CBus 06 GT · Nov 28, 2012

85_SS_302_Coupe said:
The problem with so many specialty models is that they form competition within the Mustang lineup, and Ford wants to avoid that. This is why we haven't seen an "LX" since the GTS's of the early '90s. You can't make a hot turbo 4 banger that makes anywhere near GT power unless you make it way more expensive than the GT in order to keep it from competing with sales. Then people are going to ask why they should pay more for a car with half the engine just like they did back in '85 when the SVO came out. We cultists loved the SVO's but the public just didn't get it.

Keep it a limited production, like they did with the latest Boss 302. Sell about 1500-2000 a year for 2 years. By keeping the interior bare bones, you save money and don't compete directly with the GT at a similar price point.

ximportdriver · Nov 28, 2012

What if the GT500 ended up receiving a transplant to a twin turbo Coyote or Roadrunner rather than a screwed 5.4? Heresy?

LaserSVT · Nov 28, 2012

It don't have a 5.4 in it now and that engine size Ford no longer offers.

ximportdriver · Nov 28, 2012

I didn't know it was discontinued. When did it switch to 5.8? Was it this year?

Adieu · Nov 29, 2012

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That she does.

StreetsideStig · Dec 4, 2012

Call me crazy (I'm used to it), but I wouldn't be surprised if we saw one of these on a Mustang soon.

Ford's calling it their new "Performance Brand" or somesuch. But the Focus and Fiesta are looking pretty awesome, so I wouldn't mind so much.

ximportdriver · Dec 4, 2012

I like the idea of GT and ST model options as it adds uniformity and consistence. The problem is it will have to build a fresh reputation. Not that it can't be done, but with already established names such as GT350 and Boss, consumer buy-in might be slow and may theoretically hinder sales.

StreetsideStig · Dec 4, 2012

True, but Ford will break the bank with advertising for the '15, no doubt. They could, theoretically, "rebrand" the whole Mustang line.

Adieu · Dec 4, 2012

ximportdriver said:
I like the idea of GT and ST model options as it adds uniformity and consistence. The problem is it will have to build a fresh reputation. Not that it can't be done, but with already established names such as GT350 and Boss, consumer buy-in might be slow and may theoretically hinder sales.

With the right advertising campaign, it will do fine.

ximportdriver · Dec 4, 2012

In the words of Shelby himself, "The car makes the name; the name doesn't make the car" (paraphrased). If there is a Mustang ST, the name and reputation will hinge on its performance in connection with its marketing.

TheShabz · Dec 4, 2012

So this is what happens outside the S197 sections. Good to know.

Adieu · Dec 5, 2012

TheShabz said:
So this is what happens outside the S197 sections. Good to know.

S197 owners are so dramatic...

I'm just kidding, of course. Hell, I used to have an S197 myself, 2010 GT, I miss that car.

Svtpilot · Jan 22, 2013

How the hell does a discussion about the '15 Mustang devolve in to an argument over which was worse, the II or the early Fox's?? They bith sucked but they were also both the right cars at the right time and they both were essential to keeping the Mustang alive.

gearheadboy · Jan 22, 2013

I think its back on track, lets keep it about the 2015 Lineup options.

Static_LV · Aug 23, 2013

I have no idea what the lineup options are going to be, but I damn well know what I want
I want a 2015 Track Pack GT with the following options:

an upgraded 5.0 (premium only) factory tune with a linear throttle mapping instead of the current progressive mapping debacle
Brembo Brake Package
18x10 - 18x12 factory wheels @ sub 25lbs with quality summer rubber
Upgraded suspension FRRP adjustable setup with adjustable camber front and rear and Koni's standard
3.73 rear end and Torsen Limited Slip
M6 with upgraded clutch
short shift kit
Recaro's and limited interior accoutrements
-600 lb curb weight from the current GT

They can call it anything they please, Mustang III, George, GT, SVO, SVT, Cobra, Mach 1, Mach 2, Boss, Like a Boss, etc... it doesn't really matter to me as long as it looks at least semi-identifiably like a mustang. I just think it would be nice if Ford made a factory GT version for the performance enthusiast.

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Do you want the Shelby or the SVO/SVT labels in the new generation?

Shelby (GT350, GT500).

SVO/SVT, Cobra.

Neither--Ford needs to come up with something completely fresh.

Both--I want the SVO/SVT, Cobra, GT350, and GT500 options or any derivative combination.

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