BORG Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) My understanding is the 2018 GT350 will not receive the changes the other 2018 Mustang models will receive. Hmm, sounds like the Raptor. The Mustang does get a tweaked rear with a familiar but improved taillight design and a re-sculpted bumper. The taillights retain that louvered appearance but are now sculpted so they aren't as linear...should have been this way from the beginning. Edited January 17, 2017 by BORG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 My understanding is the 2018 GT350 will not receive the changes the other 2018 Mustang models will receive. I came to that realization on my own after seeing shots of that GT350/500/whatever it is mule running around l. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I hope Ford does some more changes with the next round of MCE's...the Focus, Fusion and now Mustang are barely changed from the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I hope Ford does some more changes with the next round of MCE's...the Focus, Fusion and now Mustang are barely changed from the front. of those 3 the Focus had the biggest change. I would call it far from barely changing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 of those 3 the Focus had the biggest change. I would call it far from barely changing. Yeah I forgot it got rid of the huge maw it had, but the ST already started the trend of cleaning it up already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snooter Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Looks like the new mazda cx5 front end to me sorta....will see what ford comes up though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullynd Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 The 2018 Mustang officially debuts tomorrow, embargo lifts at midnight btw. They start building them in June. Was that planned, or moved up due to the leak? Seems like odd timing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BORG Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) Was that planned, or moved up due to the leak? Seems like odd timing. It was planned. Ford has actually done this before in the middle of the Detroit AutoShow public week. It won't appear in an exhibit until Chicago. Ford had the press event today in a small venue. You'll also notice that none of the outlets currently under embargo are reporting the leak (or they shouldn't be anyway). Edited January 17, 2017 by BORG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PREMiERdrum Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I don't like the how they took away the cohesiveness of the upper and lower grilles in the fascia. 2017 for comparison: Buuuuuuuut.... In the design of the 15/16/17 model, the visual balance between the upper and lower grilles made the eyes natural landing spot smack dab in the bumper between them. In the 18, to me at least, the visual weighting of the upper opening draws the eye immediately to the pony. It might not be as prevalent in photos, but in the metal, it's a small change that makes a big difference. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZanatWork Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 After looking at the various pics a few times each, I'm convinced of one thing:I TRULY hate that color.I'll hold out 'til I see it in Guards or a similar hue. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardJensen Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 In the grand scheme of things, it is a relatively tame refresh, I just do not like the unresolved grille lines. The upper grille used to integrate nicely with the lower fascia, now the lower fascia just...... exists. I'm sure it will just take getting used to. another 2018 v 2017 comparo: I don't quite agree with you. The vertical slats in the upper and lower openings are continuous, and the sides of the lower opening are parallel to the sides of the upper opening. Arguably, the triangular faux intakes on either side break up the flow more, but I have such an overwhelming fondness for closed gestalt designs that I can't really comment on which of these designs I prefer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Suddenly, the headlights look smaller and the car looks wider, styling changes to attract a broader audience, like China? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PREMiERdrum Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Suddenly, the headlights look smaller and the car looks wider, styling changes to attract a broader audience, like China? Somebody get this man a cigar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
probowler Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I'm sure this is something that will look better in person vs photos like the 2015 I hope so.... Because it looks BORING!! Color choice is definitely not helping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Its not ugly, but its not exactly an improvement over the current car either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullynd Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 So still embargoed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomcat68 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 The hood looks different too. I still like my generation 5 better. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 So still embargoed? Just got a Tweet from the Rock about the 2018 Mustang...guess its been revealed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 (edited) Here ya go! http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/news/a32298/2018-ford-mustang/ The most significant upgrade for the 2018 Mustang is MagneRide magnetorheological adaptive dampers, available on both the EcoBoost and GT Performance Packs. Previously, the only Mustang to offer magnetically-controlled active dampers was the top-of-the-line Shelby GT350. Given the wonders that magnetic dampers work in other high-performance settings (we're looking at you, Corvette and Camaro), they should bring big handling improvements to the 2018 Mustang. Starting in 2018, the Performance Package will be available on automatic and/or convertible Mustangs, a change from the previous manual-and-hardtop-only requirements. As predicted, the six-cylinder Mustang is officially dead for 2018. Both the 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder and 5.0-liter V8 get increases in horsepower and torque, though Ford hasn't yet specified power output for the updated 'Stang. Edited January 17, 2017 by Anthony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Those shots make the car look ALOT Better then what was shown off before...still an awful color to show it off in. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92LX302 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Awww I want a Race Red GT/PP so badddd. Anyone wants an 87 LX ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BORG Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 It's funny because I was just mentioning how dated Ford's Instrument Panels looked compared to everybody else and this Mustang is the first to get a 12-inch screen...although I'm pretty sure it's the same one in Lincoln and global Fords (Explorer Platinum). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 Here ya go! http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/news/a32298/2018-ford-mustang/ It does look better in these pro shots. They bring out the details that Richard spoke of in his post above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 It's funny because I was just mentioning how dated Ford's Instrument Panels looked compared to everybody else and this Mustang is the first to get a 12-inch screen...although I'm pretty sure it's the same one in Lincoln and global Fords (Explorer Platinum). No. It's completely reconfigurable according to what I read. It's not like the Explorer Platinum's guages, which have screens within permanent gauges. The traditional two gauges are "normal" mode, while sport modes go to a bar tach and digital speedo, but it's overridable to set how you want it. From autoblog.... The real party trick inside is the optional 12-inch fully digital gauge cluster and its various display modes. A brief video presentation showed all the major display modes, which drastically change the position of the various instruments and secondary information. There is a traditional view, with two round gauges, and there are other display types that a utilize bar-style tachometer and numerical speedo readout. While the various gauge display modes are keyed to the basic drive modes (Normal, Sport, and Track), the driver will also be able to override and select whichever one they like. Track apps will also have more real estate on the display to take over. We don't have images and descriptions of all the functions and display times at this time, but surely there will be a detailed video closer to roll-out. It may be the same screen as the Continental (I don't recall how large it is)......but even so, who cares? It's a screen. They can (and did) make it look completely different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I had seen these photos earlier, and the car looks MUCH better in this color. I can now rest easier with this MCE, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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