2012 Boss
9/12/09 | 06:50 AM
#44
I Have No Life
Joined: January 30, 2004
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From: Canada
Devoid of FI.... IMO.... the added cost and complexity, as Dixie Flatline stated, outweigh the marginal benefits of DI on an N/A engine. Remember, this is Ford we're talking about. Compared to Jaguar, BMW, et al, their resources are very limited.
Personally, I'd be very happy with a 400 hp Mustang GT, with or without DI.
Personally, I'd be very happy with a 400 hp Mustang GT, with or without DI.
Coyote will have a fair share of tricks up its sleeves.
No DI needed
9/12/09 | 06:23 PM
#46
Cobra R Member
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From: Biloxi,Mississippi
9/15/09 | 12:19 AM
#51
V6 Member
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9/15/09 | 04:47 AM
#52
Shelby GT350 Member
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From: Rochester NY
9/15/09 | 10:59 AM
#53
More of an example of a lot of styling being conflated for good styling, basically a victory of visual quantity over design quality. I think the tarted up approach would be more appropriate for a Mach I model rather than a more serious and purposeful Boss model.
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9/15/09 | 01:08 PM
#55
MOTM Committee Member
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From: SoCal
9/15/09 | 03:19 PM
#58
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Since we lost the original thread, I'm starting it again. OK, we're all hoping for the 400bhp+ 5.0, but what else do we want from the rumoured 2012 Boss?
For me:
420 bhp V8
Brembo discs
Lowered, uprated suspension
Free-flowing exhaust (with some serious growl)
20" wheels (the Magnum look, below, would do fine)
Seats from the GT500 (with alcantara inserts)
Looks wise.......this'll do nicely
For me:
420 bhp V8
Brembo discs
Lowered, uprated suspension
Free-flowing exhaust (with some serious growl)
20" wheels (the Magnum look, below, would do fine)
Seats from the GT500 (with alcantara inserts)
Looks wise.......this'll do nicely
9/15/09 | 07:49 PM
#59
Cobra Member
Joined: September 10, 2004
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From: Charlotte NC
Overall the white one is close however there are a few things I would change to this interpretation:
- GT500 style front fascia with splitter - more aggressive and unique; remove the fogs from the upper grille
- Offer a stripe delete - sorry retro fans but I prefer my Boss sans stripes
- Not a huge fan of the Magnum-style wheel but if one is to be offered, needs to have a deeper "dish"
- Offer an optional 19" wheel with a more modern or possibly classic 5 spoke design
- Adjustable rear pedestal spoiler
9/16/09 | 08:36 AM
#60
Bullitt Member
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#1 - I want it to be built. #2 - Keep it light(er) and simple(r). If drivers want to be coddled with gadgets and convenience options, stick with a Premium GT. Any options available would be concentrated on making the car go faster and stop sooner. #3 - Make it look more like the '69 Boss 302 - 4 lights in front, no shaker hood scoop. In fact no scoops, vents, or louvers unless they help cool the brakes and aid in getting air out from under the hood or body. #4 - Suspension and brakes that are track-worthy because its original namesake was built for that purpose. #5 - Keep prices in check. Price it below the GT500 and perhaps a bit more than a fully-optioned Premium GT coupe. Build as many as people want for 1 or 2 model years, tops.
Greg "Eights" Ates
Last edited by Eights; 9/16/09 at 08:39 AM.