We know that 2008 will give us a 'facelift' of sorts to the S197. I was wondering what you the 05 drivers would like to see changed and what we, the potential 08+ buyers would like to see done to the S197 body.

 

spoiler options! maybe a new hood, MyColor to change colors of all interior lights, not just the speedo/tach, etc,

just some I thought of off the top of my head

 

Bullitt SE!!

 

A nice set of hips! That's one thing I think would be a great addition to the looks of the stang. If you notice, the line on the side profile goes straight from the from to the back:


I think it'd be nice to see it with some hips like these:

 

I agree, plus I'd love some louvers just like those on the quarter windows. Heck, I wish Ford made louvers for the rear window an option too.

 

I'd like to see side scoops again like on the 94-04's. Maybe a heat extractor hood of sorts (like the GT500 but yet slightly different). A ducktail spoiler option would be nice.

 

It should just get meaner, just like the change in 67.

• Slightly larger grill
• more slant to the headlight area (like the GT500)
• Hips would rock!
• Slimmer tail lights or maybe concept looking tail lights
• Factory ducktail
• Massage the "hockey stick" area. Don't change it much, but mix it up and make it "sharper" or "edgier". Maybe make it a true "C" like the classics instead of the "L".

 

I'd like to see an option for lowering the ride height, or even better make a lower ride height standard on the GT's and make it an option for those who like the 4X4 look. That way we don't have to worry about screwing up the front end geometry as it will be engineered with the proper ride height to begin with!

Honestly though, my biggest concern is that they will change the body style too much :angry: I think, stylewise, they got the '05 just about perfect. Sure, a few minor enhancements and changes might be nice, but I hope they don't try to modernize the look too much.

Then again, I doubt Ford would be stupid enough to move away from such a hugely sucessfull product, but it will be just a matter of time when "retro" gets "old" to the car buying public and they need to try something different to generate interest. I would say 2008 redesign is still retro but the next design after that changes drastically.

Doug

 

Functional side scoops maybe?


or perhaps optional dual exhaust on the v6? (a mustang should just have dual exhaust IMO).

on a pet peeve perspective, they could put the coin holder in a more accessible spot.

 

I would love to see functional scoops.

 

STROKER forged crank rods and pistions.

 

couple simple things like adjustable seatbelts, (these things cut right into my neck!), auto return seat backs, instead of having to adjust every time you get in the back, some different rims.

Sam

 

If they were smart, they'd design the next Mustang to be a completely different (read: non-retro) style.

As for the mid-life facelift, I'd like to see:

- different engine options
- decontented GT in old LX guise
- more aggressive hood/grille design
- more differentiation between V6 and V8 models
- smoother contours, less "new-edge" look
- built in lip on rear end
- MORE CHROME!!!

 

Hows this for a start?

any ideas? suggestions? comments?

 

Excellant start! Could you define the C-pillers more and add some "hips"? I like the hood, a tribute to the 69 Shelby's I do believe.

 

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I'll see what I can do.

 

Hows this?

 

SEXY, I like it!!!!

 

Side Scoop.