November 23rd, 2009 | 
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Ford built a One-Off Mustang for a good cause in 2008. They partnered up with EAA (have been partnered for 7 years) to build the Ford Mustang AV8R. The sole purpose was to raise money for the ‘Gathering of Eagles’ youth aviation program. They auctioned this vehicle off at the World Famous Airventure show on August 3rd, 2008.
Designed by Douglas Gaffka, who is the chief designer for the Mustang. The engineering was overseen by Paul Randle, who is the Mustang chief engineer and support from team Ford Racing.
It started as a 2008 Mustang GT with the 4.6L 24-valve V8. When all said and done, the car is rated at 400HP. Among the engine upgrades were some styling and handling upgrades. The paint scheme is from the F-22 Raptor. The name is from the infamous P-51 WWII bomber escort plane. (same as with the Roush P-51) On hand at the evnt to sign the “LEGENDS PLAQUE” on the vehicle were:
Chuck Yeager, Jack Roush, Harrison Ford, Jonh Travolta, Morgan Freeman, and Jim Lovell.
Below are the modifications to create this one-off.
- Glass Roof (now also an option on the 2009 models) with Insignia Laminate Glass
- California Special Front and Rear Fascias
- Integrated Spoiler
- Shelby GT500 Wheels
- Ford Racing Dampers, Lowering Springs, Anti-Roll Bar kit, Strut Tower Brace, Supercharger, and Tuned Exhaust
- Distress “BOMBER JACKET” Leather Inserts and Trim Panels
- “Bullit” Aluminum Instrument Panel, Grill, and Shift Knob
But remember, we will never be able to get this car. So who ever won this at the auction, which to date I haven’t received any information, is a very lucky buyer. I do know it sold for $500,000!!! WOW!! If you know of this information please use my contact form to email it to me. I’d like to add it here.
Here’s some great shots of the AV8R.
