2001 Ford Mustang

ONLY 13,700 MILES! Coupe

V8

Manual

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ONLY 13,700 miles from new! 2001 Ford Mustang Bullitt Edition Number 1551 of 5,521 produced Ford Motor Company chose the Los Angeles International Auto Show in 2000 to unveil the prototype for a limited series of Mustangs that would be an homage to the 1968 Mustang GT Fastback driven by Steve McQueen's character, Lt. Frank Bullitt, in arguably the most famous and exciting chase scene ever filmed. Only 5,521 of those hunky special 2001 Mustang Bullitts were built, but the concept and its realization proved to be so popular that an avid following and enthusiastic owners' club sprang up. Its popularity and reputation was such that Ford reprised the concept for 2008. The 2001 Mustang Bullitt is true to the concept of the original 1968 Mustang GT. Legendary road racer and specials builder Max Balchowsky modified both the Mustang and the Charger for the movie, beefing up the suspensions for better high speed handling. The 2001 Mustang Bullitt got the same treatment, lowered 3/4" to drop the center of gravity and give it the menacing stance that characterized Lt. Bullitt's Mustang in the film. The rocker panels, C-pillars and quarter panels also have been cleaned up. The front is a plain, blacked-out grille. 17” Torque Thrust 5-spoke alloy wheels are fitted, along with serious tires, brushed aluminum outside fuel filler and subtle "Bullitt" identification to complete the look. In keeping with Balchowsky's engine modifications on the movie Mustang, the 2001 Mustang Bullitt has double 57mm bore throttle bodies borrowed from the SVT Mustang (265 horsepower at 5,000 rpm) and a revised intake manifold with better torque characteristics (305 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm.) The chassis gets the Balchowsky-esque treatment, too, starting with revised struts and shocks, special stabilizer bars matched to the lowered suspension, subframe connectors to stiffen the chassis and 13" Brembo front brakes. The exhaust system is special, giving the Mustang Bullitt a unique tone. Inside, Dark Charcoal leather bucket seats, brushed aluminum accents, white-faced gauges and Bullitt identification ensure the driver won't forget, even sitting still, that this is a special, limited production Mustang. Ford even relocated the brake and clutch pedals for easier heel-and-toe action entering corners. It is, in fact, one of the best combined appearance/function packages in Mustang history, a combination that looks serious and has the performance and handling to back up its looks. The car offered is a local elderly Los Angeles area enthusiast owned car for several years, with an astonishing Carfax certified 13,700 miles from new! The meticulous owners stored and maintained the car perfectly, and it is accompanied with a substantial file of records, a full compliment of books and key, as well as the original window sticker and build sheet! In excellent condition throughout the car is an absolute joy to drive. The engine is responsive with good power, the optional 5-speed manual gearbox shifts easily through a good clutch. Brakes, suspension and steering all work perfectly, as does the electrical system, including cold AC and great sounding stereo system with the optional CD player. Paint on the car is excellent. There is no evidence of damage repair or accidents and there is a clear bra to the leading edge of the hood and fenders. The original torque twisters are free of scuffs and shod with very good tires. This has to be an unrivalled example of the epitome of 60’s Mustang cool, remade by the factory, and rapidly becoming a collectible future classic. With the mileage, this may be one to put away for retirement!