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They don't/won't do a factory S/C for the states, so why would they do one for export?
They won't do a superchargered version. They couldn't get it to pass adr and gave up.
 
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Dealer mate just rang me and says he now has me in the pre-order EOI list. Stripes (dunno what type yet) are at AU$500 and the new rear wing AU $1850.

So while this all sounds positive, I stress that this is only verbal info from my dealer, and I wouldn't be betting my house on it.
 

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Dealer mate just rang me and says he now has me in the pre-order EOI list. Stripes (dunno what type yet) are at AU$500 and the new rear wing AU $1850.

So while this all sounds positive, I stress that this is only verbal info from my dealer, and I wouldn't be betting my house on it.
Countdown to MY18 is winding up! let the rumours and speculation flow! :ninja:
 

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Speculation: Magneride will cost a pretty penny as an option (doesn't look like it will be standard based on the recently leaked order guide)

Also, I'm still saying we won't get the active exhaust on the export model; not even as an option. I mean, the stock exhaust comes in at 85dB... what would an active one really do? make it slightly less quiet? there's not a lot of wiggle room there.
 

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Speculation: Magneride will cost a pretty penny as an option (doesn't look like it will be standard based on the recently leaked order guide)

Also, I'm still saying we won't get the active exhaust on the export model; not even as an option. I mean, the stock exhaust comes in at 85dB... what would an active one really do? make it slightly less quiet? there's not a lot of wiggle room there.
I just keep wondering how AMG gets away with the noisy current C63 in sports mode. Have also heard several other high end new Euro cars that seem to be pretty vocal. They also make lots of noises when backing of. Ford needs to benchmark the C63 volume and see if they can sell that here.
 

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2018 Mustang GT:
460 horsepower / 420 lb-ft torque
0-60 mph in under 4-seconds (with 10-speed auto and drag strip mode)

2018 Mustang EcoBoost:
310 horsepower / 350 lb-ft torque
0-60 mph in under 5-seconds (with 10-speed auto and drag strip mode)
 

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FASTER THAN YOU CAN READ THIS HEADLINE: NEW MUSTANG GT CAN GO 0-TO-60 MPH IN LESS THAN FOUR SECONDS
2018 Mustang GT in Drag Strip mode can reach 60 mph in under four seconds – faster than a Porsche 911 and setting a new standard as the fastest Mustang GT ever
Redesigned 5.0-liter V8 with all-new available 10-speed SelectShift® automatic sees power increased to 460 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque
Drag Strip mode optimizes torque, transmission and newly available custom-designed Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires to deliver maximum acceleration and performance in straight-line driving

DEARBORN, Mich., July 24, 2017 – Ford’s most advanced and powerful Mustang GT is also the fastest ever, achieving 0-to-60-mph in less than four seconds in Drag Strip mode.

The new Mustang is also faster than a $94,000 Porsche 911 Carrera, which Carl Widmann, Mustang chief engineer, attributes to five factors:

Improved horsepower and torque output of the redesigned 5.0-liter V8
Maximum acceleration of available Drag Strip mode
Quicker, smoother shifting of the available 10-speed SelectShift® transmission
Optimized traction courtesy of the available custom-designed Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires on new Performance Pack
“Typically, when you shift gears, you give up time,” said Widmann. “In Drag Strip mode, the engine torque doesn’t drop when you’re shifting. You get peak engine torque and horsepower straight through thanks to our new Ford-built 10-speed transmission.”

The car’s 5.0-liter V8 now features dual-fuel, high-pressure direct injection and low-pressure port fuel injection technology for increased power and efficiency. The engine’s 460 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque represent improvements over the current model’s 435 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. The result is an engine that delivers robust low-end torque, high-rpm power and improved fuel efficiency.

Drivers of EcoBoost®-equipped Mustang also will feel increased power on the strip. The retuned EcoBoost four-cylinder generates 310 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque – a 30 lb.-ft. gain over the current model. In Drag Strip mode with Performance Package and the 10-speed automatic, the 2018 EcoBoost-powered Mustang posts an impressive 0-to-60-mph time of under five seconds.

Drag Strip mode – one of five driver-selectable modes available for 2018 – has been designed to provide maximum acceleration and performance for straight-line driving. Drag Strip mode is primarily controlled by the transmission and delivers a significant acceleration boost, eliminating the lost time usually associated with automatic shifting.

The new 10-speed transmission, with a wide-ratio span and optimized gear spacing, helps deliver higher average power for acceleration – resulting in improved responsiveness and performance. The 10-speed architecture features Ford-patented power-flow and Ford-patented direct-acting hydraulic controls. It’s designed for optimum ratio progression and efficiency, and provides more accurate, quicker upshift and downshift capability.

In addition, an all-new electronic control system features real-time adaptive shift-scheduling algorithms engineered to help ensure the right gear is engaged at the right time, including skip-shift and direct downshift capability.

Compared to the outgoing six-speed, the new 10-speed automatic has quicker shift times and better low-speed tip-in response. It’s uniquely tuned for all five drive modes – normal, sport, track, Drag Strip and snow/wet. Steering wheel-mounted shift paddles allow drivers maximum manual control.

“Gearing matters, and in Drag Strip mode, this car launches better than ever off the line,” said Widmann.

Fans will be able to build and price their very own 2018 Mustang from July 25 by visiting www.ford.com/mustang/2018. New Mustang is due to reach showrooms this fall.
 
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Also, I'm still saying we won't get the active exhaust on the export model; not even as an option. I mean, the stock exhaust comes in at 85dB... what would an active one really do? make it slightly less quiet? there's not a lot of wiggle room there.
Commodore SS Redline has bi-modal exhaust i think. Anyone heard the difference between the modes?
 

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Speculation: Magneride will cost a pretty penny as an option (doesn't look like it will be standard based on the recently leaked order guide)

Also, I'm still saying we won't get the active exhaust on the export model; not even as an option. I mean, the stock exhaust comes in at 85dB... what would an active one really do? make it slightly less quiet? there's not a lot of wiggle room there.


No active exhaust would almost be a deal breaker for me. Probably pay 10k less for a 17 with the Borla/Ford exhaust option.

The only other thing i would really love from the 18 is the digital dash. Power would be great, but day to day wouldnt bother me that much.
 

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No active exhaust would almost be a deal breaker for me. Probably pay 10k less for a 17 with the Borla/Ford exhaust option.

The only other thing i would really love from the 18 is the digital dash. Power would be great, but day to day wouldnt bother me that much.
My18 has a lot of worthwhile stuff over MY16/17. But i will enjoy my MY16 for a few years and hang out for the all new s650, which is being brought forward, for May 2020 production. Could be here by late 2020. That's if RHD sales don't fall of the cliff and they abandon RHD for s650.
 

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Hi All,

I now have a notional order for a 2018 with a deposit down with my local dealer. We are still a few days away from real order placing in the US, and likely a few months for real Global orders. The plan is just to have my order in the system the day it goes live for us here in Oz, and then wait 8 - 10 months. I am boldly expecting delivery July 2018.
You are way too pessimistic buddy. The US build commences early October 17 with delivery straight after. The RHD builds should be right behind. With a 2 or 3 month supply chain (my 2016 was built Feb 16 & delivered to Adelaide May 16 after 4 weeks on the docks in Baltimore) they should be here in Dec 17 or Jan 18 ..... heads up guys.
 

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You are way too pessimistic buddy. The US build commences early October 17 with delivery straight after. The RHD builds should be right behind. With a 2 or 3 month supply chain (my 2016 was built Feb 16 & delivered to Adelaide May 16 after 4 weeks on the docks in Baltimore) they should be here in Dec 17 or Jan 18 ..... heads up guys.
A bit optimistic. But feasible. Ford AUS wouldn't want people to think that though. They still need to clear all the MY17 orders without having to give them away. But good luck with that one. People are way to informed these days.
 

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You are way too pessimistic buddy. The US build commences early October 17 with delivery straight after. The RHD builds should be right behind. With a 2 or 3 month supply chain (my 2016 was built Feb 16 & delivered to Adelaide May 16 after 4 weeks on the docks in Baltimore) they should be here in Dec 17 or Jan 18 ..... heads up guys.
You must be new :)

MY18 will not hit aus until march april at a minimum..
 
 




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