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Everyone knows you have to strike it while it's hot. Ford's doing just this, with the forthcoming release of two iconic Ford Mustang flavors: the Boss and the Bullitt. The latest pony in the stable, the Shelby GT,
will soon be accompanied by these two Mustang variants in 2007. The
Bullitt will, of course, seek to capture the essence and aura of the
1968 390 GT ridden by Steve McQueen. The Boss version of the Mustang
will be an even bigger bang in the market, with the first Mustang to be
powered by the all-new 5.0 liter Hurricane V8 powerplant. This
limited-edition Boss is rumored to produce anywhere from 425 to
435 horsepower, possess a Spartan (stripped down) interior, and have
less "fluff" to maximize performance.
Production numbers have not been spilled yet for the Bullitt,
but we're sure they will be stamped in limited numbers. Boss production
figures have been estimated to be near 1000 cars produced. While it
seems sad the fury can't be as widespread as some might hope, the idea
is to recreate that "race special" feel the legendary Boss Mustang has.
The Hurricane V8 is likely to be used in more than just the Boss
Mustang. A detuned version of the Boss spec will become the base GT
powerplant in 2008, when the Mustang is expected to get yet another
design update. Several sources say that every angle of the exterior
will be revamped and will blend retro with more aggression. The 2007
Shelby GT500 has set the bar for the looks and appeal of future
Mustangs and will also get some updates to keep it distinguished from
any potential competition from the Chevrolet Camaro and the Dodge Challenger.
If that's not enough for 2008, then look forward to 2010, when the
Ford Mustang is expected to be massaged and ramped up yet again, to
ward off competitors that seek to steal the limelight.
Stay tuned, as StangNet will surely keep you updated on any new developments with the new Boss and Bullitt Mustang flavors.
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