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THE Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a special edition vehicle that comes with added speed, handling and styling. From the very first Mach 1 Mustang, some 51 years ago, it has been a truly special version for the manufacturer. It is a collector’s car with Mustang enthusiasts around the globe. Now for the current generation, Mustang comes its Mach 1 model.
Seventeen years after the last Mach 1 fastback coupe was launched, the current generation Mustang gets made over with a newly designed front end. This includes Ford Performance parts from the Mustang Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT500 models and a ‘Handling Package’ for greater on the limit handling.
Mustang appeal today
In the last three to four years, sales for the Mustang has risen in Malaysia. The appeal of this American muscle car has extended into the used car market and the private reconditioned car market. Dozens are being imported for waiting buyers (pre-Covid-19) to take home this iconic muscle car.
Selling prices have been reasonable when compared to its German-made rivals and its curbside attention is twice of any German rival costing much more.
The added appeal of the Mustang in Malaysia has been enhanced by the formation of car clubs that have brought together Mustang owners in Malaysia to enjoy the ownership experience. One of the biggest is the ‘Mustang Club Malaysia’ which managed an entry into the Malaysia Book of Records with 137 cars gathering in one spot.
Now, with the release of this latest Mach 1 Mustang, its arrival in Malaysia will have many current V8 Mustangs owners wanting an upgrade.
Mach 1 torque
Under the hood is a specially calibrated 5.0-litre V8 engine that has an available 480 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 570Nm of torque at 4,600 rpm. Integrated into the Mach 1 engine are revised Shelby GT350 components including the intake manifold, oil filter adapter and engine oil cooler, increasing engine oil cooling capability by 50%.
Mach 1 gearing
The all-new version leans on decades of Ford Performance learnings, wearing a uniquely crafted front end for aerodynamic efficiency and a host of Ford Performance parts that help celebrate its iconic heritage. Mach 1 comes standard with a Tremec 3160 6-speed manual transmission from the Shelby GT350.
For the first time, Ford has outfitted the system with rev-matching. The transmission is paired with the GT350 oil cooler system and Mustang GT's twin-disc clutch and a short-throw shifter.
Drivers can also opt for an available 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission with an upgraded torque converter and unique calibration that enables optimising torque capability, shift character and overall enhanced performance. A second air-to-oil cooler increases cooling capacity by 75%.
Mach 1 looks
The all-new Ford Mustang Mach 1's grille harkens back to the original with a deep 3-D mesh, shark-nosed section and faux lamp elements. Flanking the fascia are new side grilles below each turn signal lamp.
A low-gloss Magnetic pony badge is centred on the grille. Low-gloss magnetic and black accents throughout the vehicle provide a premium look while staying true to Mach 1's bold, muscular heritage, including low-gloss Magnetic mirror caps and rear spoiler.
Mach 1 handling
New 19-inch x 9.5-inch, and 19-inch x 10-inch five-spoke Tarnished Dark-painted aluminium wheels are a modern version of the classic Magnum 500 style wheels. The Handling Package includes a larger unique higher downforce front splitter, new front wheel lip mouldings, and a low-gloss Magnetic swing spoiler with a Gurney flap and rear tire spats from Shelby GT500.
Mach 1 colours
Satin Black side and hood stripes are included with reflective accent stripes in any of three colours: Red, White and Orange (Appearance Package only).
Exterior colour options include the Mach 1 exclusive Fighter Jet Gray (Appearance Package only), as well as Iconic Silver, Shadow Black, Oxford White, Velocity Blue, Twister Orange, Race Red and Grabber Yellow.
Mach 1 cabin
The interior features a unique Dark Spindrift instrument panel with aluminium accents. Ebony seats with an accent stripe hint at Mach 1 heritage in cars equipped with a leather interior.
Other interior upgrades include new door sill plates, an updated splash screen on the 12.3-inch all-LCD instrument cluster, a white cue ball shift knob, and engraved badging that displays the vehicle's unique chassis number.
Arrival in Malaysia
Well, rest assured that a private importer will have a few units already in the warehouse in England right now (that's where most right-hand drive Mustangs come from).
It will need to ‘age’ for a year before it can be imported into Malaysia as required by the Malaysian customs department and the import laws. So, start saving up. – The Vibes, February 16, 2021
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