Post by Kasey Kagawa

I know we already talked about the Special Edition Bullitt Mustang in a previous podcast, but I think that the media frenzy about the launch of, quite frankly, the most innovative and unique Mustang, nay, car to come out of Ford in years deserves its own news post. We spared no expense to bring you this exclusive photograph, even using the same technique used by Ford engineers and designers to produce the Special Edition Bullitt Mustang. Using specialized Ford Racing technology, the Special Edition Bullitt Mustang produces 319 HP and 325 ft-lbs of torque, a number identical to the Shelby GT’s power figures, something entirely coincidental, I’m sure. Other coincidences between the Shelby GT and this extremely unique, one-of-a-kind and Special Edition Bullitt Mustang include suspension, bolt-on cold-air intake, and the bolt-on exhaust system. However, the rear differential gear ratio has been changed from 3.55:1 in the Shelby GT to 3.73:1, which in another shocking bit of synchronicity is the same rear drive ratio as the Shelby GT500.

Despite the astonishing amount of similarities between this car and other so-called “special edition” Mustangs, we can cite several facts as conclusive proof that the Special Edition Bullitt Mustang is a totally separate member of the Ford family, and completely deserving of the pages and pages of coverage in the major automotive news blogs. First, the metal dashboard has a new texture applied to it at the factory. Secondly, it’s painted in a new color that will never be available on any other Mustang. Finally, aside from the special edition Bullitt Mustang badge on the rear, it doesn’t have any other badges on it. Obviously, the new and creative way of thinking that lead to the Special Edition Bullitt Mustang is truly in the spirit of Bold Moves, and this revolutionary and extremely cost-effective method of designing new models is surely what is currently leading the way back to financial success for Ford. I’m surprised other manufacturers like General Motors or Chrysler haven’t caught onto this sooner.