The Fox Physique Mustang is again, in spirit at the least, as a result of Ford simply pulled the wraps off the FX Bundle for the 2026 Mustang. With its retro-inspired theme, the looks package deal provides the modern-day S650 a heavy dose of Eighties swagger. Accessible completely on 2026 Mustang GT Premium fashions, whatever the transmission or physique fashion you go for, or the addition of the Efficiency Bundle, Ford’s purpose with the FX package deal is to focus on the millennial crowd born within the Eighties and ‘90s.
This transfer is part of a broader playbook of Ford trying again at historic fashions, which is one thing that the Blue Oval has been taking part in efficiently in recent times. After the corporate revived the Bronco nameplate and the smaller Bronco Sport in 2020, heritage-inspired trims with deep roots within the Sixties had been subsequently launched on each fashions. Assume white grille, traditional wheels, two-tone paint, and retro touches within the cabin.
“You’ll be able to’t speak concerning the Eighties with out mentioning the Fox Physique Ford Mustang” – Joe Bellino, Mustang Model Supervisor
That very same system is now being utilized to the Mustang. Whereas the S197 was really the mannequin to reintroduce the ‘60s Fastback styling to the trendy age and we have now seen particular packages for the S650 earlier than, the FX package deal celebrates the Fox Physique period with distinctive Oxford white touches. You’ll discover it in every single place, from the 19-inch wheels, the 5.0 GT and Pony badges, and even within the grille nostrils. Customary FX variants function Darkish Carbonized Grey nostrils, whereas Efficiency Pack automobiles function Gloss Black with White nostrils. Oxford White taillights might be accessible for all seventh-gen Mustang house owners via Ford Efficiency Components.
One other exterior spotlight are the wheels. Whereas the FX’s normal five-spoke design is a contemporary tackle the present Mustang wheel, Efficiency Pack automobiles get a design that takes cues from OG Fox Physique alloys. Completed in mid-gloss Oxford White with color-matched heart caps, they bear an all-new, FX-exclusive Mustang GT wordmark impressed by the 1987-’93 fashions. The Oxford white accents also needs to function a distinction in opposition to the Adriatic Blue Metallic seen right here (a contemporary tackle the traditional Teal) and Orange Fury Metallic Tricoat.
Inside, the retro-throwback theme continues with a brand new leather-based upholstery with black and white perforated inserts that mimic the plaid patterns of the third-gen Mustang. Non-obligatory Recaro seats (Coupe solely) additionally carry the identical retro aptitude. Double distinction stitching in Metropolis Silver and Adriatic Blue, throughout the seats, sprint, steering wheel, and doorways, together with new seat belt choices in Worldwide Orange, Prime Blue, or Black with pink stripes, ties every part collectively.
So if you’re somebody who grew up with posters of a Fox Physique-era Mustang in your bed room wall or drove one again in highschool, the FX Bundle would possibly simply get you a correct hit of nostalgia. Ford hasn’t introduced pricing but, however you received’t have to attend lengthy to search out out as order Books open in late June.
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