Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

SouthKak_Mach1 · 01-17-2017, 06:13 PM

I saw a few pictures of the new 2018 Ford Mustang today, and I didn't really like the new headlights, rear wing (performance package), or lower portion of the front fascia. I do like the rest of the refreshed Mustang though. No power updates however

. My guess would be around 460 HP/425 TQ from revised Coyote 5.0L. I wonder if they did anything to shave off a few pounds of weight?

Mach828 · 01-17-2017, 06:39 PM

Overall I like it, but the front end does look a little droopy.

The direct injection will take away from the ease of slapping a blower on them. But I predict the NA mods paired with the 10 speed auto will make for some really impressive NA track times. I'd like to do an NA build with one.

DSG2003Mach1 · 01-18-2017, 08:29 AM

Id like to see one in person, i have mixed feelings on the front end from the pictures, I like the rear.

Itll be interesting to see what happens with modding them being that they have both direct injection and traditional fuel injection (which I think is probably largely to solve the issue of carbon buildup on the back of the valves)

with all the ecoboost stuff and direct injection I guess theyll have no choice but to start making high performance versions if the injectors and pumps but it seems like those would be expensive as hell

01yellerCobra · 01-18-2017, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DSG2003Mach1

with all the ecoboost stuff and direct injection I guess theyll have no choice but to start making high performance versions if the injectors and pumps but it seems like those would be expensive as hell

Livernois released an upgraded high pressure fuel pump for the 3.5. It's the bargain price of $1600.

Mach828 · 01-18-2017, 06:07 PM

Oh wow, I didn't realize that it was direct injection and intake manifold port injection. That is awesome.

I saw that pump as well, for that money you can buy an auxiliary fuel system and have money left over. I saw a pretty slick throttle body spacer system with dual injectors for the focus ST. Tempted to get it so I can run pure e85.

ab_mach1 · 01-18-2017, 07:32 PM

I didn't like the front end changes at first, but I'm liking it more and more as I see it in different colors. Even though I liked the 3015-17, I've always thought the front seemed so blunt, like it was a sliced bread loaf lol.

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73mach03 · 01-19-2017, 06:47 PM

Really liking the rear with the quad exhaust and spoiler. Definitely has me at least "thinking" about a new Mustang in the near future. First time that has happened in a while.

The exhaust option seems like a great idea.

fiveliter · 01-19-2017, 10:00 PM

Exterior changes are very minor and to the untrained eye, there seems to be very little difference from the 15-17 to 18. Not a fan of the new all-digital "dog-bone" dash either. New colors are interesting as are the new wheel /tire choices. Glad to see the 6 cylinder dropped from the lineup. It really served no purpose. I give Ford an "A" for effort to try an keep the Mustang fresh. I would like to see the Ecoboost making more horsepower.

ab_mach1 · 01-20-2017, 01:43 PM

I agree ^ Seems like most who have really disliked the new look, didn't really care for the S550 styling in the first place.

DSG2003Mach1 · 01-20-2017, 02:01 PM

seeing pictures in other colors it looks better than I thought it would, I'll give it that.

I love the look of the GT350 version with the much more angular nose, make it much more aggressive looking. The rounded front is to satisfy euro pedestrian crash standards

ab_mach1 · 01-20-2017, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by DSG2003Mach1

seeing pictures in other colors it looks better than I thought it would, I'll give it that.

I love the look of the GT350 version with the much more angular nose, make it much more aggressive looking. The rounded front is to satisfy euro pedestrian crash standards

Yeah, the GT350 changes really made the S550 look awesome. I wondered about that with the S550 in the front. I'm assuming they don't sell GT350's overseas..?

01-17-2017, 06:13 PM	#1
SouthKak_Mach1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Sierra Vista, AZ Posts: 132	Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? I saw a few pictures of the new 2018 Ford Mustang today, and I didn't really like the new headlights, rear wing (performance package), or lower portion of the front fascia. I do like the rest of the refreshed Mustang though. No power updates however . My guess would be around 460 HP/425 TQ from revised Coyote 5.0L. I wonder if they did anything to shave off a few pounds of weight? __________________ 2004 Ford Mustang Mach 1 (DSG), Borla Stingers Catback, C&L CAI, SCT X4 Custom Tune, Black Chrome Rovos Durban Wheels (18x9 F, 18x10.5 R) on Nitto NT05s (275/35/18 F, 295/35/18 R), Pioneer AVH-4200NEX Receiver, MM C/C Plates, Rolled Rear Fenders, Eibach Sportlines/Struts/Shocks, Raxiom Smoked Taillights/Third Brake Light/LED Bulbs, Clear Headlights w/ Black Housing, Polished Aluminum Interior Accents, 30% Window Tint, Tinted Side Markers, Carbon Fiber Valve Stem Caps, Black Shorty Antenna

01-17-2017, 06:39 PM	#2
Mach828 Dark Knight Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 5,759	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? Overall I like it, but the front end does look a little droopy. The direct injection will take away from the ease of slapping a blower on them. But I predict the NA mods paired with the 10 speed auto will make for some really impressive NA track times. I'd like to do an NA build with one. __________________ Vortech V2 S-trim, E85, A2A Treadstone, Comp cams, built engine, full exhaust, built rear, built 4r70, more mods. Tuned by me with SCT Advantage

01-18-2017, 08:29 AM	#3
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? Id like to see one in person, i have mixed feelings on the front end from the pictures, I like the rear. Itll be interesting to see what happens with modding them being that they have both direct injection and traditional fuel injection (which I think is probably largely to solve the issue of carbon buildup on the back of the valves) with all the ecoboost stuff and direct injection I guess theyll have no choice but to start making high performance versions if the injectors and pumps but it seems like those would be expensive as hell __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

01-18-2017, 06:07 PM	#5
Mach828 Dark Knight Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 5,759	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? Oh wow, I didn't realize that it was direct injection and intake manifold port injection. That is awesome. I saw that pump as well, for that money you can buy an auxiliary fuel system and have money left over. I saw a pretty slick throttle body spacer system with dual injectors for the focus ST. Tempted to get it so I can run pure e85. __________________ Vortech V2 S-trim, E85, A2A Treadstone, Comp cams, built engine, full exhaust, built rear, built 4r70, more mods. Tuned by me with SCT Advantage

01-18-2017, 07:32 PM	#6
ab_mach1 Lorraine's driver Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,442	I didn't like the front end changes at first, but I'm liking it more and more as I see it in different colors. Even though I liked the 3015-17, I've always thought the front seemed so blunt, like it was a sliced bread loaf lol. Instagram: @ab_mach1 __________________ Instagram: @azurblumach1 SCT X3 with LaSota Racing tune Borla Stingers w/JBA off road H pipe MGW short shifter w/comfort handle Eibach Sportlines w/Koni STR.T's and Maximum Motorsports CC plates

01-19-2017, 06:47 PM	#7
73mach03 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: HP, NY Posts: 1,720	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? Really liking the rear with the quad exhaust and spoiler. Definitely has me at least "thinking" about a new Mustang in the near future. First time that has happened in a while. The exhaust option seems like a great idea. __________________ 2003 Zinc Yellow Mach 1, M5, Bassani Catback 2016 White Subaru WRX, Borla S-Type Catback Red Sox, Raiders, and Electric Guitars

01-19-2017, 10:00 PM	#8
fiveliter 14 Year Reg Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 1,250	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? Exterior changes are very minor and to the untrained eye, there seems to be very little difference from the 15-17 to 18. Not a fan of the new all-digital "dog-bone" dash either. New colors are interesting as are the new wheel /tire choices. Glad to see the 6 cylinder dropped from the lineup. It really served no purpose. I give Ford an "A" for effort to try an keep the Mustang fresh. I would like to see the Ecoboost making more horsepower. __________________ 1978 Mustang II - junked 1983 Mustang GT - sold 1986 Mustang conv - sold 1993 Mustang 5.0 notch - sold 1997 Mustang GT - traded in 1994 Mustang GT conv - sold 2003 Mustang Mach 1 - current 2010 Harley Davidson XL883N - current 2015 Mustang Ecoboost - current Best ET 13.59@103MPH

01-20-2017, 01:43 PM	#9
ab_mach1 Lorraine's driver Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,442	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? I agree ^ Seems like most who have really disliked the new look, didn't really care for the S550 styling in the first place. __________________ Instagram: @azurblumach1 SCT X3 with LaSota Racing tune Borla Stingers w/JBA off road H pipe MGW short shifter w/comfort handle Eibach Sportlines w/Koni STR.T's and Maximum Motorsports CC plates

01-20-2017, 02:01 PM	#10
DSG2003Mach1 700 HP Mach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 8,384	Re: Thoughts on 2018 Ford Mustang??? seeing pictures in other colors it looks better than I thought it would, I'll give it that. I love the look of the GT350 version with the much more angular nose, make it much more aggressive looking. The rounded front is to satisfy euro pedestrian crash standards __________________ 03 dsg mach1 - MPR built 9.5:1 motor, D1, cams, ported intake, full exhaust, magnum t56, built rear, E85 etc... '12 F150 FX2 Supercrew with Ecoboost daily beater

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