The 2024 Ford Mustang represents more than just the redesign of The Blue Oval’s pony car. As Ford Authority previously reported, the new model is essentially spearheading a huge motorsports push via several performance variants like the Dark Horse R, and of course the GT3 and GT4 racers. Additionally, the Dark Horse lineup is also being positioned as a way for the occasional track day enthusiast to also enjoy some extra performance on public roads. Yesterday, Ford Authority was the first to exclusively report that a different variant was on track to debut on Thursday, August 17th, 2023. And now, some footage of what will apparently be called the Ford Mustang GTD has leaked online, showing off what is potentially in store for buyers interested in a Mustang with supercar performance.
It only takes a very quick glance at the Ford Mustang GTD to see that it’s clearly based on the S650 platform – which debunks what our sources told us earlier in the week – that the special model would not be based on the architecture. Additionally, it may not be a mid-engine design either, but that remains a possibility at this moment in time. However, the leaked footage appears to have come from the special reveal event in Las Vegas that took place on Monday for a select group of individuals. As for what else is on this vehicle, it appears to boast some carbon fiber parts, based on what can be seen from the huge side vents, which are new. The extremely aggressive rear wing could also be using carbon fiber, and it too appears to be unique to the GTD. Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires are front and center, along with Brembo brakes and a set of previously unseen wheels.
Expect the Ford Mustang GTD to be another Multimatic product, since the company is currently an important partner for The Blue Oval, currently responsible for the Ford Bronco DR and the specialty Mustang Dark Horse racing variants. The company produced the Ford GT through March of 2023. So far, it seems like this model will be somewhat of a successor to the GT, as the media invite for tomorrow’s event claims it will boast the “performance of a supercar” with the “soul of an icon.” We’ll find out if that’s the case tomorrow.
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All colors cost extra - except for black.
Honestly, not a bad desert car.
One of just 62 in this particular configuration.
A very well-kept example of the luxurious SUV.
One-year sub included, seven-year sub optional.
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Well, it may not be as "powerful" as a Chevy Corvette Stingray, but it has back seats.
This will most likely be much more powerful than a Corvette Stingray.
Gt500 has beaten the mid engine vette already. Vette is overrated.
Was it driver error at the starting line for both cars not to leave identically?
You are comparing a top of the line mustang to a base corvette. wait until the Z06 comes out.
You have to admire Ford's commitment to Performance. They lost the GT and a host of other performance oriented cars, but leaned ever harder on Mustang and expanded to off-roaders.
Lost the GT? Looks to me all they did was rename it Mustang GTD.
The GTD is still a Mustang variant, nothing like the GT.
As much as the 5.4l GT was a Gt500 variant.
Sorry, but it is not even close to the same vehicle as the discontinued GT. Suggest you read up on both vehicles to see my point!
It's a rear engine car that's not based on the s650, and made by the GT builders for road racing.
Please tell me how it's not just a Mustang styled GT.
Looks like a Camaro every time.
Your an idiot. 2015 Saleen Mustang is where the Camaro stole there look from. Now this Mustang is going back to the 2015 Saleen Mustang look again.
Well first, Mustang cant go "back" to a look that was an aftermarket look.
Second look at a 2014 Camaro and a 2015 Charger, then tell me who knocked off who. I guarantee you GM and Dodge had their looks dialed and crash tested before Saleen even got a 2015 Mustang to start making a kit with.
The air scoop behind the doors came from the foxbody of the 1990's. No Camaro has that scoop!
I must toss in a correction i just made about the 1990s foxbody. I took a closer look at the passenger side door scoop, it looks as though it came from a 1964 model Mustang; if i'm not mistaken?! If so: that beats all General Motors designs, Mopar design's starting from 1964!
Looks good and fun, but it is more like a Dodge SRT challenger (pun intended) than a supercar.
Look up 2015 Saleen Mustang. That's where Dodge stole there front look from. Idiot's. Ford just went back to the 2015 Saleen Mustang look again.
Being as Dodge is an OEM and had to have their front end done and crash tested for 2015 before it could come to market, I guarantee the Charger had its front end completed before Saleen even had hands on a 2015 Mustang to start making a kit for.
Cosworth: do not even replicate Mopar. Part for part/ Line for line. Compare all details before throwing a Rebel comment w/o knowing Fact's!
This project was another waste of money. Meanwhile, Lincoln is stuck with the same old garbage nobody wants.
So tell us, what do YOU 'waste your money' on????
This look like an homologation special. Ford will build enough to sell to 10 race teams so thay can continue to race alongside Corvette.
All I can see is a Kia grille and Camaro rear haunches. Ford can do better.
That rear wing...is this Ford's attempt at a flying car?!
In a nod to the 70s style inflation that we have, Ford added a little '70 Super Bee flair.
Well for a purpose built race car.... it's called function over form.
If used on the track - function. If used on the street - embarrassing.
Now that's what I call a Mustang.
Ray
This is just another shot at the General for dropping the Camaro!!