Ford finally revealed today the long awaited 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt. The 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt is powered by a 4.6 liter V8 engine that delivers 315 hp and 325 pound-feet of torque. The 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt benefits from a modified chassis and an improved suspension that work together to deliver the most balanced Mustang ever.
The 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt has an original movie car paintjob - Dark Highland Green - and a movie matching exhaust note.
The 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt is limited to 7,700 units and the price for this piece of "Hollywood magic" is $31,075.
Ford Press Release:
2008 Mustang Bullitt
BUCKLE UP AND BRACE FOR ACTION, MCQUEEN FANS: MUSTANG BULLITT™ RACES TO THE STREETS IN 2008:
More horses: Featuring the latest in Ford Racing Technology, 2008 Bullittt’s
4.6-liter V-8 delivers 315 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque.
Sport-tuned: Modified chassis and suspension improves an already competent and capable chassis to deliver the most balanced Mustang ever.
Film-inspired: Dark Highland Green exterior paint calls back the original movie car, while a specially mastered DVD helped Ford engineers deliver an exhaust note that matches the film.
Mustang magic: 2008 Bullittt is the latest in a line of special editions that keep Mustang news fresh. Plus, it delivers on the Mustang tradition of unique products that fit customers’
individual preferences: a steed for every need.
Bottom line: 2008 Bullittt carries on the Mustang tradition of affordable performance with a $31,075 Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). A limited production run of 7,700 units is planned.
MUSTANG BULLITT WINS, KEEPS FANS 40 YEARS RUNNING
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 6 – Four decades after hitting the big screen and redefining the on-screen car chase, the Ford Mustang Bullittt returns to the streets in 2008, blending the best Mustang ever with the latest Ford Racing technology.
This modern classic delivers a balance of power and performance, thanks to special chassis and suspension tweaks as well as the 315 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque that 2008 Bullittt delivers through its 4.6-liter V-8 engine.
“The 2008 Mustang Bullitt embodies the true spirit of the 1968 movie car,” said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president,
Global Product Development. “Like the original 2008 Bullittt, this car dials the driving dynamics up a notch for Mustang enthusiasts who love the performance, handling and the sweet sound of Ford power that only Mustang can deliver.”
The 2008 Bullittt arrives in dealers early next year, with a starting MSRP of $31,075 (including destination and delivery) and limited production of 7,700 units for the U.S. and Canada.
The launch of the limited edition 2008 Mustang Bullitt coincides with the 40th anniversary of the release of the Warner pos. Pictures film that gave the original car its name. In the movie, legendary actor Steve McQueen drove a Dark Highland Green 1968 Mustang GT that gained cult status among Mustang enthusiasts, thanks to a seven-minute scene that film and car buffs believe defined the modern movie car chase.
Bullitt Chassis Delivers a Balance of Performance and Comfort
Ford engineers modified the 2008 Mustang Bullitt’s chassis and suspension to fine-tune handling and ensure the extra horsepower and torque from the 4.6-liter V-8 is put to good use. The live rear axle uses a unique 3.73:1 gear that helps launch the 2008 Bullittt with vigor.
Stock Mustang GT shocks and struts were swapped out for new units that allowed engineers to dial in a more aggressive driving dynamic while still maintaining the outstanding ride and balance of the base Mustang GT. A tower-to-tower pace designed specifically for the 2008 Bullittt lends additional torsional and lateral stiffness to the chassis for improved cornering and holds a unique serial number for each 2008 Bullittt.
“The 2008 Mustang Bullitt delivers balanced performance,” said Paul Randle, chief engineer. “Comfort is not compromised for performance. Performance is on demand. You can easily take 2008 Bullittt from the track to the street and back onto the track with confidence.”
The pakes also have been improved versus the base Mustang GT’s. More aggressive front pads were developed specifically for 2008 Bullittt and improve fade resistance and pedal feel.
The 2008 Mustang Bullitt wears unique cast-aluminum Euroflange wheels, offering a modern twist on the original movie car. The Dark Argent Gray spokes feature a satin finish, while a pight-machined lip completes the look. Calipers are colored to match the wheel. The wheels are wrapped in the same P235/50ZR 18 BF Goodrich g-Force T/A KDWS tires used on Mustangs at the Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park in Utah.
Powered by Ford Racing
2008 Bullittt packs firepower under the hood. The 4.6-liter, 3-valve V-8 delivers 315 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 325 pound-feet of torque at 4,250 rpm.
Engine calipation is designed to increase throttle response for a snappier acceleration feel. The redline has been boosted by 250 rpm to 6,500, with top-end speed bumped to 151 miles-per-hour. Gears are selected via a Tremac 5-speed manual transmission, and the shifter is topped with a polished aluminum shift ball designed specifically for the 2008 Bullittt.
The car features the first use of an open-element air filter in a factory-produced, fuel-injected Mustang. Inspired by Ford Racing, the intake is tucked neatly behind the driver side headlamp, mounted in an air box that was tooled up specifically for the Mustang. The hood liner was extensively modified to provide a full seal to the air box, ensuring that the engine is fed a steady diet of cooler air.
“Colder air reduces intake losses,” said Randle. “The new cold-air intake has shown a reduction in rise over ambient temperature from 50 degrees down to 17 degrees Fahrenheit. That equates to more horsepower and more torque in all driving conditions.”
Engine performance is further enhanced through the use of an innovative adaptive spark ignition system, new for the 2008 Mustang.
The system can sense, within a few seconds, what type of fuel is being injected into the motor and adjusts the spark to provide maximum torque at any given speed – and as much as
10 pounds-feet more between 1,000 and 4,000 rpm.
2008 Bullittt can run on either premium or regular fuel. Ford recommends premium fuel for optimum performance, but the adaptive spark ignition will adjust the spark to burn regular fuel without damaging the engine.
“With all the improvements we’ve made to the engine and the taller 3.73-to-1 rear gear, the 2008 Bullittt will plant you firmly in the driver’s seat when you stand on the throttle. We’ve seen zero to 60 times drop by up to three tenths of a second,” said Randle. “There’s also plenty of power on tap at any speed. The car definitely feels lighter on its feet, and it is.”
The custom-designed exhaust system continues Mustang’s traditional use of a true dual-exhaust system with a new H-pipe specifically developed for 2008 Bullittt. The all-new mufflers, featuring larger 3.5-inch chrome tips (versus the 3-inch tips on the standard Mustang GT) are tuned to minimize backpressure, maximize horsepower and provide the 2008 Bullittt with its powerful exhaust note.
“We wanted to get the exhaust note as close to the original movie car as possible, so we based it on a digitally mastered DVD,” said Randle. “We wanted something that would rumble your heart, literally buzz you – and the 2008 Bullittt team delivered.”
Capturing the Bullitt’s Undercover Look
The original 1968 Mustang’s stealth-like appearance wasn’t necessarily intentional. In typical Hollywood fashion, the movie crew removed all exterior badges and logos from the car – including the iconic pony badge on the grille.
The 2008 Mustang Bullitt calls back the original movie car in painstaking detail – right down to the dark green paint and lack of exterior badges, scoops and spoilers.
The only visible identification is the word “2008 Bullittt” dropped into a gun-sight graphic in the center of the faux gas cap on the decklid.
“The 2008 Mustang Bullitt, like the movie car, is a wolf in sheep’s clothing,” said Doug Gaffka, chief designer. “Mustang is – and always has been – such an icon that it’s recognizable without the badges. But 2008 Bullittt’s clean exterior doesn’t give away the Ford Racing-inspired power and performance lurking under its skin.”
The new 2008 Bullittt wears a close match to the movie car’s 1968 Highland Green paint, officially called Dark Highland Green. This distinctive color has only graced one other Mustang, the 2001 Ford Mustang Bullittt. Gaffka assures 2008 Bullittt enthusiasts that the color will remain an exclusive Ford Mustang Bullittt color. Non-purists can opt for only one other color – black.
The Ford Mustang Bullittt uses the standard Mustang GT’s front fascia. A new black-mesh grille is devoid of the standard chrome pony and is accented by a satin aluminum strip that represents the chrome grille surround on the 1968 car. The rear fascia also is shared with the standard Mustang GT and houses 2008 Bullittt’s unique dual exhaust tips. Dark Argent Gray painted pake calipers closely match the wheel spokes, while staying true to the original.
Bullitt Interior Delivers Comfort with a Purpose
The interior is pure Ford Mustang Bullittt, understated and dressed in Charcoal Black leather and Satin metallic trim. The centerpiece of the interior is the hand-machined, aluminum swirl dash panel appliqué.
“The machined appliqué differentiates the 2008 Bullittt from any other Mustang in the line-up,” said Gaffka. “It’s also perfect for the 2008 Bullittt. The graphic presentation pings back the feel of the ‘60s while still staying true to the Mustang’s modern interior design.”
Satin aluminum bezels circle the air vents and gauges, complementing a satin aluminum shift ball that replaces the standard leather-wrapped shifter on the Mustang GT. The pedals wear race-inspired aluminum covers that further reinforce 2008 Bullittt’s performance intentions.
The interior is graphically clean. The only identifying marks visible inside 2008 Bullittt are the logo and gun-sight graphic mounted in the center of the leather-wrapped steering wheel and the word “2008 Bullittt” embossed into the metal sill plates.
The Dark Charcoal leather seats pick up the diamond perforation inserts from the base Mustang GT. The seats are patterned after those in the Shelby GT500 providing added lumbar and bolster support. The seats are constructed using the new soy-based foam developed by Ford and introduced on the 2008 Mustang. The soy foam, made up of 24 percent renewable content, is produced through a process that requires less energy and emits less CO2.
Bullitt Pushes Beyond
The 2008 Bullittt package enhances the Mustang GT Premium package with the following:
3.73:1 Limited Slip Rear Axle
Ford Racing Power Pack (cold air induction system)
High Performance Calipation
Performance Friction Carbon Metallic® front pake pads
Ford Racing Strut Tower pace
Sport –tuned suspension (shocks/springs/stabilizer bar)
Modified “H” Pipe
Dark Grey pake Calipers
18-inch Euro-Flange 2008 Bullittt Wheels with Charcoal Satin Finish
3.5-inch Packed Exhaust Tips
Distinct Upper Grille
2008 Bullittt emblem on faux fuel cap
Black interior with upgraded steering wheel
Charcoal Black sport leather seats
Unique IP finish (hand-machined aluminum swirl)
Satin Aluminum interior accents (ball shifter/sill plate/pedal covers)
Standard content also includes:
4.6-liter 3-valve V-8 engine
5-speed manual transmission
Auxiliary audio input jack
One-touch up-down power windows
Power mirrors and door locks
Keyless entry
Air conditioning
Tilt steering wheel
Speed control
Rear window defroster
Four-wheel power disc pakes
Anti-lock paking System (ABS) with Traction Control
Seat-mounted side air bags
LATCH
Personal Safety System®
SecuriLock®
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Shaker 500 Audio System with six-disc CD player, MP3 and eight speakers
Available options include:
HID headlamps
Shaker 1000 Audio System six-disc CD player, MP3 and 10 speakers
SIRIUS satellite radio
Ambient Lighting
Active Anti-Theft System
Wheel locking kits
The 2008 Mustang Bullitt will be built at Ford’s Automotive Alliance Plant in Flat Rock, Mich. It goes on sale early next year. Press materials and visuals of the new 2008 Mustang Bullitt are available at www.media.ford.com.
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2008 Mustang Bullitt TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Ford Mustang Bullittt returns to the streets in 2008, blending the latest in Ford Racing technology with the best Mustang ever. This modern classic treats enthusiasts to the perfect balance of performance, handling and the sweet sound of Ford power that only Mustang delivers.
Drawing inspiration from the 1968 car and hit movie of the same name, the 2008 Mustang Bullitt remains true to its heritage. Dark Highland Green paint, unique black mesh grille and special interior touches call back the original. Under the hood, 2008 Bullittt delivers 315 horsepower and features the latest in Ford Racing technology, allowing for more aggressive driving dynamics while still maintaining Mustang’s balanced ride and handling.
Following are specifications for the 2008 Mustang Bullitt:
Exterior
Highland Green (unique to 2008 Bullittt) or Black exterior paint
Modified 18-inch micro machined Euro-flange 2008 Bullittt wheels and unique satin finish; c/o tri-bar pony wheel cap
Dark gray painted calipers
Modified badging with unique satin finish and 2008 Bullittt nomenclature
Unique 3.5-inch stainless steel packed exhaust tips
Interior
Unique aluminum I/P finish panels with unique gunmetal engine turn pattern
Aluminum accents – c/o IUP door handles and premier trim pedal covers and shifter trim ring
Aluminum shifter ball unique to 2008 Bullittt
Revised cluster with gunsight graphics and unique font
Shelby GT500-style sport front seats and Shelby GT500-style steering wheel with 2008 Bullittt logo
Unique aluminum sill plate (scuff plate) with 2008 Bullittt logo
Serialization plate on strut tower brace
Powertrain
4.6-liter, 3-valve SOHC V-8; 315 horsepower
Tremec RT-3650 5-speed manual transmission
Signature 2008 Bullittt exhaust sound
New open-element cold air induction system & hood blanket with AIS seal
High performance calibration
Dual knock strategy enabling the vehicle to run on either regular unleaded or premium (for improved performance)
Crisper throttle response
Revised cam timing at peak power
Redline increased by 250 RPM to 6500 RPM
3.73:1 axle ratio
Chassis
New unique strut tower brace
New Unique shock and strut tuning
Rear spring change that lowers Vehicle Ride Height by approximately 6 mm
Carbon metallic front brake pads
