[Auto] Drive a legend or watch it pass: Mustang Mach 1 returns to Mexico

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The company's roots within the aerospace industry only fueled Henry Ford's desire to deliver faster, faster and more powerful vehicles. This is why, in honor of Chuck Yeager, the first person to break the sound barrier, the firm of the blue oval began to develop in 1969 a vehicle with the aim of breaking speed records: Mach 1

These built-to-race cars set 295 speed and endurance records, thanks to the unique handling that Mach 1 characterizes, and was victorious in various competitions in the '69 and '70s, such as the SCCA Manufacturers Rally Championships.

 

The new Mach 1 shortens the gap between the Mustang GT and Shelby, offering a V-8 engine, unique aerodynamic improvements, race-ready suspension and a driver-focused cockpit.

 

The pony takes over the track

The new Mustang Mach 1 is developed to be the best-performing 5.0-liter Mustang on the track thanks to its specially calibrated V8 engine, delivering 480 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,600 rpm, as well as a TremecTM 6-speed manual transmission aligned with the oil cooling system, both sourced from the Shelby GT350. Additionally it integrates the double disc clutch and the short-throw gearbox of the Mustang GT.

 

In addition, MagneRide suspension, Torsen differential with 3.76 axle ratio, Unique Chassis Adjustment and Rear Stabilizer Bar for Mach 1 will make this model stand out on the track by giving you better vehicle control, grip and lateral acceleration. to the driver.

 

Legacy Inspired Design

The 2021 Mustang Mach 1 grille takes elements from the original model with a three-dimensional mesh, shark nose, 1969-style dummy lamps, as well as the signature gray Pony. For its part, the details in metallic gray Mach 1 and black around the car take up the lines of the classic model. Other details on Mach 1 are:

 

Side and Rear Emblems in Mach 1 Gray color

 

Gray Mustang Badge Projection Power Side Mirror Caps

 

Front and Rear Fascias with Unique Gray Mach 1 Details

 

Exclusive Chest and Side Graphics

 

19-Inch Aluminum Wheels in Black

 

Gray Rear Spoiler

 

Mustang Mach-1 seamlessly combines performance and comfort, welcoming drivers with one-piece 4-way Recaro sports front seats, Brembo front calipers that improve road performance, an active valve exhaust system that allows control the volume of the roar of the vehicle when accelerating to the maximum, sports leather-wrapped steering wheel with Speed Controls, audio and tilt / depth adjustment, speed lever with cue ball.

 

Likewise, this legendary vehicle incorporates for the first time a 12-inch Digital Instrument Cluster that provides information from the car depending on the needs of the moment. The dash is complemented by TrackApps, a set of built-in applications that allow you to know your performance on the track, including an accelerometer, acceleration timer, countdown, braking performance, front axle lock to warm the tires and launch control.

 

“Mustang is one of the most beloved brands in the Mexican market, so much so that sales of the highest performance models exceed our expectations and we hope that with this renewed, and at the same time classic, icon that now presents many characteristics that make it ideal for track, customers have a new favorite, "said Lucien Pinto, director of marketing and sales for Ford of Mexico.

 

In addition, as part of the Ford family, this model receives the best of current Mustang technology with SYNC 3 with 8-Inch Touchscreen with Applink, Apple Carplay and Android Auto, complemented by its FordPass Connect modem with Wi-Fi. In addition, it features Smart Keyless Access with Push Button Engine Start, Remote Window Opener, Universal Garage Opener, Electrochromic Rear View Mirrors and Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers.