With Independence Day rapidly approaching, Ford has announced the production of a one-off Mustang GT decked out in the go-fast accouterment that makes us love freedom so much. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Edition Ford Mustang GT—try saying that in between mouthfuls of barbecue—commemorates the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fighter planes, and not the Blue Oval’s nameplate laid to rest in 2005.
The Thunderbirds edition will be auctioned off to benefit the Young Eagles program of the Experimental Aircraft Association. This is Ford’s fifth tie-up with the Young Eagles in as many years; the automaker’s past munificence has led to the creation of similarly decked-out Mustangs with aircraft connections and has raised more than $2 million for the organization.
Based on the first Mustang GT off the 2014 line, the glass-roofed Thunderbirds Edition Stang wears a patriotic red-white-and-blue livery that mimics that of the Thunderbirds’ F-16 Fighting Falcons. Body enhancements include wider, bespoke panels produced by TS Designs, and a unique belly pan and decals emblematic of the demonstration squad’s, done by California-based Creations n’ Chrome. Forgiato-designed 22-inch wheels handily fill out the Mustang’s amplified wheel wells. Inside, the strictly two-seater special-edition model features a unique navigation screen, instrument cluster, and embroidery, as well as Recaro front seats. As if there weren’t already visual cues that set this Mustang apart, the Thunderbirds Edition Mustang’s puddle lamps display an image of an F-16 (!) instead of the usual prancing pony.
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