Common questions

What is the Mustang California package?

What is the Mustang California package?

Since the California Special Package was only available on the Mustang GT premium coupe or convertible, standard equipment included leather seats, a Shaker 500 audio system, power everything, and of course the GT’s 300-horsepower 4.6 liter V-8, bolted to a five-speed manual transmission.

What is the rarest type of Mustang?

If you’re an early Mustang fan, then without a doubt, the Shelbys are on the top of your list. A 1967 Mustang convertible VIN 7R03S133xxx with Shelby serial number 67413C9A00139 indicates that it is an early production model.

What is the difference between a Mustang GT and a California special?

The GT/CS is a special version, CS stands for California Special. It’s really just cosmetic. The performance is the same.

Will there be a 2021 California Special Mustang?

When you have a 2021 Ford Mustang GT Premium Convertible California Special (yep, that’s the official name but we will stick to GT/CS for the sake of sanity), sunny or not, the top stays down.

How do you tell if a Mustang is a California Special?

“CALIFORNIA SPECIAL” SCRIPT

  1. GT/CS script on rear fender.
  2. Early model with recessed reflectors.
  3. Later model with surface mounted reflectors.
  4. Side and tail stripes.
  5. White side stripes w/ white vinyl top.
  6. Red stripes w/ red interior.
  7. White stripes on darker paint colors.
  8. Tail stripes on spoiler & quarter panel extensions.

How fast is a Mustang California Special?

155 mph
When it comes to incredible performance, the 2019 Ford Mustang California Special delivers. It uses a 5.0-liter V8 to give you 460 horsepower, 420 lb-ft of torque and a top speed of up to 155 mph.

What makes a California Special Mustang GT / California Special?

Surprisingly only 4118 were made at that time. 251 of those cars were sent to Denver, Colorado and remarketed as the “High Country Special ’68”. This initial run of Cali Special Mustangs only went for 5 ½ months from February to August of 1968. What Makes A California Special Mustang Different? 2007 Mustang GT / California Special.

What kind of engine does the California special package have?

The new California Special Package (402A) is the first built on a 5.0 liter engine in a Mustang GT. The 2011 California Special package 402A includes a unique chrome billet grille with a tri-color Mustang pony logo, for 2012, Ford replaced the chrome billet grille with a black plastic unit that retained the tri-bar Mustang logo,…

When did they start making the California mustang?

California Mustang gets approval and marketing money (initial order for 6,180 GT/CS parts sets). February 17, ’68: Production of GT/CS cars at Ford begins, a few coupes dated as early as December 28, 1967 used. February 22, ’68: First dealer advertising of GT/CS availability, Coberly Ford, L.A.

What are the specs of a Mustang GT CS?

The GT/CS option adds 2 tone seats (Dove or Parchment Inserts), unique floor mats, side stripes with GT/CS behind the front wheel RH and LH, side scoops, Polished 18×8 Wheels, Faux Fuel Cap Medallion with “California Special” in the center, and Rolled 3” Exhaust Tips!

Surprisingly only 4118 were made at that time. 251 of those cars were sent to Denver, Colorado and remarketed as the “High Country Special ’68”. This initial run of Cali Special Mustangs only went for 5 ½ months from February to August of 1968. What Makes A California Special Mustang Different? 2007 Mustang GT / California Special.

When does the 2007 Mustang GT / CS California Special come out?

Their wait is now over: While the competition scrambles once again to play catch-up to Ford, Mustang momentum continues to grow with the introduction of the uniquely styled, limited-edition 2007 Mustang GT/CS or California Special. The Mustang GT/California Special arrives in late summer as a full, stand-alone option package on the 2007 Mustang.

What do you put on a Mustang license plate?

Ford Mustang License Plate Frames are the perfect finishing touch on any Mustang, these frames truly make a statement about the driver of the car. And what better way to compliment your new Mustang License Plate Frame than with matching accessories like a Mustang Key Chain or a Mustang T-Shirt!

The GT/CS option adds 2 tone seats (Dove or Parchment Inserts), unique floor mats, side stripes with GT/CS behind the front wheel RH and LH, side scoops, Polished 18×8 Wheels, Faux Fuel Cap Medallion with “California Special” in the center, and Rolled 3” Exhaust Tips!

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