Boss 302 in person

Robert · 02-26-2011, 03:01 AM

Saw this car at work parking today. Car has a very low key presence, without the 302 stickers I probably couldn't tell it apart from a GT. Massive rubber up front and in the back, I believe 255 and 285+ in the rear. Interior carries same treatment as the exterior, no gaudy stitchings or emblems signify it's a special car.

Surprisingly, this particular car is an automatic.

DougLikesBMW · 02-26-2011, 03:37 AM

meh

Robert · 02-26-2011, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by DougLikesBMW

meh

That's my first impression until I read some facts about it on autoblog. Ford did its research.

Quote:

Ford engineer's swapped out the Mustang's entire valvetrain and bottom end to handle their target goal of a 7,500 rpm redline. The list of fortified parts – forged aluminum pistons, sinter-forged connecting rods, race-spec crankshaft and rod bearings, heavy duty valve springs and more aggressive camshafts – leaves little else to be upgraded and shows just how different this engine is from the standard Mustang GT's. The result is that the motor is stable up to 8,400 rpm

Silver-Bolt · 02-26-2011, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Robert

That's my first impression until I read some facts about it on autoblog. Ford did its research.

Once again Ford cheaped out and went with powder forged rods. When will they learn?

Silver-Bolt · 02-26-2011, 10:52 AM

The above pics are not the real Boss. Attempt at a clone.

e60cs5 · 02-26-2011, 11:37 AM

Now all they need to do is make it not look like a Mustang.

Maybe hire an Italian or German designer to create a decent interior, get rid of that hideous steering wheel, get some decent wheels.....Get rid of the solid axle...

I'm happy to see Ford doing better and I have no qualms with giving them credit. I mean it looks like this thing is faster than an OEM M3 on a track and that's impressive for a Mustang. It's just a damn fugly car...and it's still a Mustang.

TSM330i · 02-26-2011, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by stingray23

look at the michigan manufactors plates, the recaros, the wheels and front lip. its a real Boss.

I didn't think they were going to make it in automatic, but with the manufacturers plate, it could be a one-off for an executive.

Silver-Bolt · 02-26-2011, 01:37 PM

Boss is a manual only and there should be a 3-gauge pod on top of the dash. It's a dolled up GT.

freshwhite335 · 02-26-2011, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DougLikesBMW

meh

+1

Epik · 02-26-2011, 06:22 PM

Profile shot makes it look like a cheap, toy, cereal box car.

Year's_End · 02-26-2011, 07:07 PM

Change the wheels and I'd be all over it faster than a 335i. I'm still young enough to prefer a car that's more fun with a livable interior.

SnakeKiller · 02-27-2011, 05:23 AM

pre-production mule? the front spoiler isn't that small, this looks like the CS spoiler.

TSM330i · 02-27-2011, 10:06 AM

I saw a real Boss at the Philly car show. My buddy and knelt down to look at the bypass pipes that essentially dump the exhaust out in front of the rear tires. They were there and looked really nice! I would love to hear this thing with them open. Get electronic butterfly valves and you have open exhaust with the push of a button!

///MC · 03-04-2011, 12:24 AM

It's an automatic so they can take it to dealers across the country without some idiot effing it up. It's the real deal.

Sniz · 03-04-2011, 11:28 AM

I dont like it, especially those wheels.

could look so much better.

ragingclue · 03-05-2011, 02:48 PM

Not a huge fan of the Competition Orange on this car (or is that RR?). I've got my choices narrowed down to:

or

I hate yellow cars (except for the Z06 Vettes) but that Yellow Blaze just reminds me of the original Boss for some reason, even though it's a little darker and a bit more brown from some angles. I like the Kona Blue as well but just don't like the white roof. So, it's down to Yellow or White. Hopefully I can make my decision by Monday.

Can colors be changed for a certain amount of time after the order? I've never had to do that before.

Malibu1 · 03-05-2011, 07:17 PM

Saw this posted on another site:

"Just saw ford released the rwhp numbers for the 2012 boss mustang 5.0..
416 wrhp at 7550 rpm, 355 tq at 5250 rpm, with a 15% drivetrain loss thats 478 hp. Ford advertises the boss at 440hp"

If thats true, this car is going to be fast.

ragingclue · 03-05-2011, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Malibu1

Saw this posted on another site:

"Just saw ford released the rwhp numbers for the 2012 boss mustang 5.0..
416 wrhp at 7550 rpm, 355 tq at 5250 rpm, with a 15% drivetrain loss thats 478 hp. Ford advertises the boss at 440hp"

If thats true, this car is going to be fast.

I believe it was insideline who did a dyno and came out with 416. I'm not sure which dyno it was or what corrections, etc...

But yeah, even on a generous dyno, 416 to the wheels is not really close to 440.

blender · 03-06-2011, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DougLikesBMW

meh

+2

blacknbean · 03-06-2011, 04:10 PM

not a fan of the mustang looks, but the specs are awesome. i would take the ford v8 over my n54 anyday of the week.

Sniz · 03-06-2011, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Malibu1

Saw this posted on another site:

"Just saw ford released the rwhp numbers for the 2012 boss mustang 5.0..
416 wrhp at 7550 rpm, 355 tq at 5250 rpm, with a 15% drivetrain loss thats 478 hp. Ford advertises the boss at 440hp"

If thats true, this car is going to be fast.

if those numbers work out to be true it will be a great car, new suspension and wheels and it will look 100x better too.

EpicE90 · 03-06-2011, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sniz

if those numbers work out to be true it will be a great car, new suspension and wheels and it will look 100x better too.

+1 . Tired of listening to a lot of people on here judging a car in full factory form. Especially when most of their e92's are modded to the teeth. The right aftermarket wheels and a lowered stance do wonders for any car .

02-26-2011, 03:01 AM	#1
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02-26-2011, 06:22 PM	#10
Epik Awesome &amp;amp; Likes Cookies Drives: 2011 M5 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 392 iTrader: (0)	Profile shot makes it look like a cheap, toy, cereal box car. __________________

02-26-2011, 07:07 PM	#11
Year's_End Cpt. Buzzkill Drives: '08 E92 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: St. Pete, FL Posts: 11,788 iTrader: (0)	Change the wheels and I'd be all over it faster than a 335i. I'm still young enough to prefer a car that's more fun with a livable interior. __________________ _.[In a love/hate relationship with...] E92 335i: Space Grey\|Coral Red\|Aluminum Trim _________VMR V710s\|M-Sport Rear Bumper & Rockers\|M3 Spoiler\|Golf-T__________Moved on to the misc. Later, brahs.

02-27-2011, 10:06 AM	#13
TSM330i 2006 330i, TSM, Black, manual, sport Drives: E90 330i, E86 Z4 3.0si Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chester Springs, PA Posts: 2,656 iTrader: (1)	I saw a real Boss at the Philly car show. My buddy and knelt down to look at the bypass pipes that essentially dump the exhaust out in front of the rear tires. They were there and looked really nice! I would love to hear this thing with them open. Get electronic butterfly valves and you have open exhaust with the push of a button! __________________ 2006 330i, TSM, Black, Sport, JIC Cross Coil-Overs, UUC Sways, 18" Advan RS, Mich PSS 255/265, Custom Alcantara M-tech steering wheel, VAC pedals, Rogue shifter, M-Tech front, CF emblems, Dinan TB, Intake, exhaust, strut bar, Stoptech BBK, LSD, M3 susp., LUX 5, CF Hood and CSL, Sparco Seats, AA tune, CF Roof

03-04-2011, 11:28 AM	#15
Sniz Lieutenant General Drives: e92 335 - gone // e36 M3 turbo Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 10,464 iTrader: (1)	I dont like it, especially those wheels. could look so much better. __________________

02-26-2011, 03:37 AM	#2
DougLikesBMW Fapmin Drives: '09 Jetta SE MT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,639 iTrader: (0)	meh

02-26-2011, 10:52 AM	#5
Silver-Bolt Captain Drives: 2011 Z4 35is Melbourne Red Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 783 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 Z4 35is [5.00]	The above pics are not the real Boss. Attempt at a clone.

02-26-2011, 11:37 AM	#6
e60cs5 Private First Class Drives: 2011 M3 coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 196 iTrader: (1)	Now all they need to do is make it not look like a Mustang. Maybe hire an Italian or German designer to create a decent interior, get rid of that hideous steering wheel, get some decent wheels.....Get rid of the solid axle... I'm happy to see Ford doing better and I have no qualms with giving them credit. I mean it looks like this thing is faster than an OEM M3 on a track and that's impressive for a Mustang. It's just a damn fugly car...and it's still a Mustang.

02-26-2011, 01:37 PM	#8
Silver-Bolt Captain Drives: 2011 Z4 35is Melbourne Red Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 783 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 Z4 35is [5.00]	Boss is a manual only and there should be a 3-gauge pod on top of the dash. It's a dolled up GT.

02-27-2011, 05:23 AM	#12
SnakeKiller Private Drives: Ford F150 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: San diego Posts: 99 iTrader: (0)	pre-production mule? the front spoiler isn't that small, this looks like the CS spoiler.

03-04-2011, 12:24 AM	#14
///MC Private Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 58 iTrader: (0)	It's an automatic so they can take it to dealers across the country without some idiot effing it up. It's the real deal.

03-05-2011, 02:48 PM	#16
ragingclue My interior is turrible Drives: stickferanaxle Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: mulletville Posts: 6,667 iTrader: (1)	Not a huge fan of the Competition Orange on this car (or is that RR?). I've got my choices narrowed down to: or I hate yellow cars (except for the Z06 Vettes) but that Yellow Blaze just reminds me of the original Boss for some reason, even though it's a little darker and a bit more brown from some angles. I like the Kona Blue as well but just don't like the white roof. So, it's down to Yellow or White. Hopefully I can make my decision by Monday. Can colors be changed for a certain amount of time after the order? I've never had to do that before. Last edited by ragingclue; 03-05-2011 at 10:39 PM.

03-05-2011, 07:17 PM	#17
Malibu1 Private First Class Drives: 2007 335i Sedan 6MT Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Washington State Posts: 172 iTrader: (2)	Saw this posted on another site: "Just saw ford released the rwhp numbers for the 2012 boss mustang 5.0.. 416 wrhp at 7550 rpm, 355 tq at 5250 rpm, with a 15% drivetrain loss thats 478 hp. Ford advertises the boss at 440hp" If thats true, this car is going to be fast.

03-06-2011, 04:10 PM	#20
blacknbean Captain Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SF Posts: 932 iTrader: (2)	not a fan of the mustang looks, but the specs are awesome. i would take the ford v8 over my n54 anyday of the week.

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