2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt debuts at LA
The limited-production 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt was unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show last month. The Mustang Bullitt, named after the 1960s cult movie Bullitt, is available in green like the original Mustang in the movie, but it can also be had in black.
On the outside, the Bullitt has no Mustang badges at all. The plain black grille is encircled by a simple chrome trim ring. The 18-inch Bullitt wheels and brake calipers are painted gray, while a round cap on the trunk lid wears a Bullitt badge centered in a gun sight graphic, like on the steering wheel. All spoilers, wings and fake scoops have been removed.
The engine gets revised calibrations, new camshaft timing and a low restriction air cleaner. Those tweaks are enough for 315 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque. The Bullitt gets the GT500’s rear axle with a 3.73:1 final drive ratio, and a 5-speed manual gearbox. The suspension gets revised spring and damping rates along with a lowered rear ride height for improved handling, although the rear remains a solid axle.
Only 7700 cars will be built, and only during 2008, for North American showrooms only. The serial numbers will run from 0001 to 7700. American dealer prices start at US$ 31,075, before the usual markup.