ilmor Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 No real surprise here, just more news... http://www.torquenews.com/1084/2015-ford-mustang-will-feature-all-new-performance-enhancement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burning Blue Star IV Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Thanks for the link ilmor. Some good reading there...nice to see some details becoming known. I am super excited about this re-design. Can't wait to see the first official spy shots. Everyone got wound up (in a negative way) over the "evo-mustang", but I'm quite sure it's going to be somewhat different. I just want it be sleek, modern and cutting edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 I can't wait for 2015! Looks like its time to buy Now! That rendering looks like so many imports. Sad. At least for my generation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burning Blue Star IV Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 Some 2015 mule shots...strange covering on the gas door on this. Some good underside peeks as well. http://wot.motortrend.com/spied-2015-ford-mustang-test-mule-disguised-as-2013-mustang-gt-215209.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 It sounds more and more like the Mustang is no longer and 'American Pony/Muscle Car'. I understand Ford's need to play to the masses with the global design but it's doing so at the expense of many traditional Mustang Loyalist. It sounds like the Mustang is loosing its identity. Going with the Evos design elements is a bad idea in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boss Hoss 540 Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 If it does get away from the "brick" look then I will buy one. The Mustang is about 20 years late in the design imho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 The current GT500 managed to prove that aerodynamics can be achieved without bending the metal in fancy ways, but sales demands are unfortunately forcing this. If I had to guess, I'd say Ford is playing up the media a bit before they really send a good looking car out. Give it time and let your breaths out before this all goes south. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Abarr Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Looking at the pictures I have so far I will not buy one.I think they should call it something else as it really doesn't look like a mustang but more like a nissan with a camero rear quarter.My age is showing. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedj Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 So does it come stock with the fart can or do you add it later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greaser Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 ^^^^ I'll be adding mine later ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denstang65 Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 Come on you guys. Its not just the older crowd that thinks the new design sucks because of being the older generation. I am only 38 and I like the present day cars just as much as the originals. I will tell you, that new design sucks! I will not be supporting ford as a whole in the future if they do this. I do not think Shelby will be able to win my vote on there version either ( I am not blaming Shelby, it would all be Fords fault). I just find it hard to believe anyone saying that sales are down because of the present design and need for a change. The economy is hurting everyone in some way in this country. Ford does not need to redisign the Mustang in a global, Evo piece of sh^t way. Like Carroll Shelby, the Mustang is a legend in it own right. Ford SHOULD respect the history of this car and keep it as pony like as posible. As I said before, I am glad I own a 65 and the new design will not effect me one bit. Why am I making a big deal then? I, like others like me, Judging by all the negativities out there, will not be buying the future Mustang. Hmmmm, sounds like some dropage in sales allready and the car is not even built yet. With some respect, I feel the Mustang II are more worthy to wear the Horse and tribar (colored Red,White,and Blue)"if memory serves me right, are AMARICAN COLORS", than the new global turd! For all you supporters of the design, enjoy the car, but I will not be begging any of you for a picture or a ride in one. This is America and I hope everyone will respect my opinion, as I will do towards any of yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YZD263 Posted July 9, 2012 Report Share Posted July 9, 2012 I'm fine with the IRS, and I have no issue with adding a four cylinder supercharged engine to help fuel economy numbers provided that the V8 always remain an option. My problem is with the design. Nowadays, with common platforms, it should be easy to make cars that look totally different, yet share the same powertrain and suspension. Look at what Hyundai/Kia is doing. They've established a different style for each brand that appeal to different buyers. For instance, a Sonata looks quite different from an Optima, yet it's the same car underneath. Looking at the progression of their sales over the past 2-3 years, this approach seems to work as both brands have increased their sales substantially. Ford could build a Mustang for the North American market, and a second sports coupe, sold globally, which could compete with European and Asian coupes here in North America. Cost of designing two cars sharing the same plaftorm shouldn't be prohibitive, and these added costs should be offset by the added sales. If some people hate the current Mustang design, they could buy the new global sports coupe and vice versa. Every one would be happy; can't see anything wrong with that. Instead, Ford seems intent to frustrate part of its current customer base to attract new customers. Why not try to gain new customers while still taking care of the current ones?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Mopar Posted July 19, 2012 Report Share Posted July 19, 2012 Many claim that if there's one thing Ford is good at, it's pissing off the loyal customers it already has...in hopes to steal more of the imports customers lol. I always was fascinated with how they can fit a current gen body, on an entirely different test frame, and have it look almost normal. Let's see if our FoMoCo does the right thing, and keeps the classic lines and optional V8 power. If not, who knows...a Shelby's name might be found on Dodges once again :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach 1 1970 Posted August 14, 2012 Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 I can't think of one import car under $40K that looks good. The current Mustang looks good because of good proportions. The Astin Martin looks good for the same reason. The 370-Z fails this test along with most imports under $40K. It does not take much to mess up this design element. Look @ some of the Asian cars that people buy. I hope Ford does not mess up a good thing. Look @ the 928 porsche it was going to take the 911 into the future. BAD proportions all over the place. once ugly allways ugly. GM tried to do a 2005 GTO " 4 door car with 2 doors ", NOT! Ford needs to do what the 911 has done. Keep your customer base and tweak the design . They have done that since 2005. So why such a major shift in design ?????? Or is this just a media thing to sell more whatever ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingram4868 Posted August 14, 2012 Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 It seems that with each evolutionary change to the Mustang, people have had strong reactions. Even the move from the 1966 to the 1967 brought dismay even though enthusiasts knew it would user in new powertrains. For me the allure of the Mustang has been performance at an affordable price. My biggest hope for the sale of the "world" Mustang is that each one of them is built in America. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Canfield Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Didn't we go through this about 25 years ago...and end up with something called a Probe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach 1 1970 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Didn't we go through this about 25 years ago...and end up with something called a Probe? Yes and where is the probe today ? Most people would say @ the doctor's office Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocky Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 I guess its going to be a waiting game to see what ford is going to end up with, but a least if we don't like it we still have our cars now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vandy09 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Didn't we go through this about 25 years ago...and end up with something called a Probe? i forget the article i read... but it was about a year before the '10 came out. they were talking about ford wanting to make the mustang more along the lines of the probe platform. front wheel drive, smaller, 6 banger. hope they dont. but i wouldnt be shocked...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted August 18, 2012 Report Share Posted August 18, 2012 To Me - some designs should be left alone. Why do we have to have change? Examples: XKE Jags - Miatas - VW Bugs - Mustangs/Camaros/Challengers - AMC Pacer (!) -- sometimes designs (and not just cars - like Topsiders) deserve to be left alone. Sadly, to make Money - some feel a need for change. At my age, there aren't too many new cars in my pipeline - just glad I've got a '13 that retains the Mustang identity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paleoc Posted September 9, 2012 Report Share Posted September 9, 2012 If it comes out like the picture in the article. I only have 2 words: BUTT UGLY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach 1 1970 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 To make room for the European license plate they made the rear end of the 2013 reflect this . I know you can't import the 2013 but some of the next generation Mustang is showing up now. I just got back from Italy and the car guys over there can't wait for the Mustang to arrive. I was wearing a Shelby T shirt and the car guys asked alot of questions about Mustangs.There really is a Mustang fan club over in Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT3477 Posted September 30, 2012 Report Share Posted September 30, 2012 . Why not try to gain new customers while still taking care of the current ones?. havent you noticed? this is not the "american way" in business... just look to any subscriber based model. for instance..( my pet pev) is if your a dish or direct TV customer for 10 years. the schmuck next door gets a better deal to sign up ...when you call and ask for their price your told NO new customers only. the only way to win is to cancel, deny their "account saver reps" when they offer you a "token" to stay.. and then let your wife or kid sign up in their name as ?"first time customers." to get a good deal no one in businees anymore cares about " existing customers" its not about stability..its all about growth..and existing customers are not counted as growth therefore they do not matter. in fact im sure they dont mind cacels/signups as they see the new sign up as new business...and can brag about their huge increase in customer base. the last "customer loyalty" exp i had with ANY company was well over 25 yrs ago. sad. dont ever renew anything always cancel and start over. its a better deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awakeinAZ Posted September 30, 2012 Report Share Posted September 30, 2012 Just like the mid=70's going early 80's (oil embargo). I got my collector car already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted October 1, 2012 Report Share Posted October 1, 2012 Two friends seen the new design, went to the ford dealer and ordered two new 13's. Both should be here mid Oct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Hamilton Posted October 1, 2012 Report Share Posted October 1, 2012 Two friends seen the new design, went to the ford dealer and ordered two new 13's. Both should be here mid Oct. I can see this from older more established customers vs the the newer generation. I will have to look hard at the 2014 models myself vs the new Gen 2015 models. Nothing wrong with that, just not sure if I'm ready to move up to the new generation Mustang. I never owned a Mustang II (74-78) and the Fox-bodied took a few years to grow on me. However it was more of the updated 5.0 with fuel injection than styling of that generation and I ended up owning a couple. I loved the SN95 and S197's from the get go and owned both. Time will tell and I still own a 1970 Mach I to remind me of my younger days. B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07gt500conv Posted October 1, 2012 Report Share Posted October 1, 2012 I was not a fan of the M II or he fox body, but when the 2005 came out, I was in Love. not a real fan of the 10 and up....but compared to the 2015..... My friends are our generation and not young generation. I just hope Ford knows what they are doing. My Shelby is not going anywhere...my weekend car and I will keep it that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAIDARAVEN Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 hopefully we can still factory order a 14 when they debut the 15,,,,,,,and that they keep the14.5 the current body style {if they have a 14.5}.....not liking what I have seen so far.....hope they shock us by this being a diversion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUFDRAFT Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 My 2c. I don't see Ford making any drastic changes for '15. The current models are selling well - Camaros and Challengers, too. Probably some technology changes - suspension - engines and such. Styling cues from the Brand -- Focus/Fusion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Canfield Posted January 7, 2013 Report Share Posted January 7, 2013 Maybe not for '14, but it'll be a whole new game in '15...book it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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