In Brief...
American muscle cars have long been idolised outside of their home-grown territory, however Australia has all too often been overlooked as a destination for these vehicles. These days, the Ford Mustang attempts to address this glaring gap in the market. While many car manufacturers have turned their backs on V8 engines, Ford has doubled down and produced a jewel, slotting it straight into the GT. Not to put all its eggs in one basket, there is also an alternative turbocharged 4-cylinder motor available in the Ecoboost and Fastback. Both the coupe and convertible variants look menacing, so it won’t be an easy choice. The list of features and amenities extends some depth, with active safety thoroughly covered by new technology and an impressive eight airbags. Leading the range is a limited-edition variant called the Bullitt, which is decked out with styling persona and even more engine power. A simplified and rich dash provides less distraction than in previous versions of the Mustang, and as you’d expect, front seats are given preferential treatment as far as a royal makeover. Despite its heavy frame, this is one model in the Ford series that puts on a keen display and takes no prisoners.
