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When Ford released the 40th anniversary model of the legendary Ford Mustang Boss 302, a lot of Mustang aficionados were understandably geeked over seeing a new age Boss 302 making the rounds on the streets. Apparently, the Boss 302 wasn’t the only model Ford was developing after announcing that they’re getting ready to unveil the Ford Racing Mustang Boss 302S. The new 302S will sit between the company’s Boss 302 Laguna Seca street car and the top-of-the-line 302R Grand-Am racer and was built to be a road race that will be eligible to compete in some racing series in 2011. For this particular car, which was developed by Tiger Racing in Covina, California, it’s going to enter the SCCA World Challenge GTS championship and will be piloted by veteran racer Paul Brown. It’s worth noting though that the car in the photos is still a prototype version and the word out is that we’re going to have to wait another month to see the final race-spec version at the 2010 Performance Racing Industry trade show. Updated 12/09/2010: Ford Racing has unveiled today the official details and images on the 2011 Mustang Boss 302S. Hit the jump to read the press release. Details after the jump EXTERIOR AND INTERIORThe exterior of the Mustang Boss 302S has been given racing modifications to ensure it stays competitive out on track. There’s a new FR front splitter, a rear-adjustable CF wing, a fiberglass hood with air extractors, hood pins, front and rear tow hooks, a set of 18” wheels, and a Boss 302S graphics package.  Since this is a racing prototype, luxury isn’t what you’re going to find in its interior. Instead, the Mustang Boss 302S is chalk full with driver aids and safety features to ensure that the drivers are always on top of their game and are kept safe while they’re in a middle of a heated race. Among the features include Recaro HANS Pro Racer seat, an AIM data acquisition system with GPS, a fire system with 2 nozzles, a quick release racing steering wheel, a window net, safety system triangle nets, a six-point racing harness, and a ‘Master’ cut-off switch. PERFORMANCEThe Mustang Boss 302S will receive the same engine as its 302R counterpart – a 5.0-liter V8 engine that produces somewhere north of 400 horsepower with a six-speed manual transmission. The 302S will also come with an engine oil cooler, a Boss 302 fuel system, and an upgraded cooling system.  PRICINGFord will only produce 50 of these bad boys priced at $79,000 each. Better inquire about early reservations because the car is on schedule to be built and delivered around the second quarter of 2011. You can order the 302S through the Ford Racing catalog. Part number is M-FR500-B302S. COMPETITIONThe Ford Racing Mustang Boss 302S is classified as a factory-built race car which means that it will be in line to compete in the SCCA World Challenge GTS class where it will see action against the likes of race-spec versions of the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Acura TSX, BMW E90 325, and Mazda 6. Press release It has been The Year of the Boss. This past year has seen the return of the Mustang BOSS 302R to track at Daytona International Speedway and the unveiling of the 2012 BOSS 302 production Mustang, and now Ford Racing announces the latest addition to its line of turn-key ready to race Mustangs—the BOSS 302S. 24 comments: Ford Racing Mustang Boss 302S The aggressiveness of the car really shows in the vehicle because of its spoilers! I think this is the most gorgeous Mustang that I have seen in the lined up of Ford.
 I have seen the Ford Mustang 302 R, and I would say that its imply perfect.
Too bad that this car is a racing type that’s why the exterior is kind of bloat loaded.
 Well, there is no reason to hate the design of this car. Racing cars are never meant to be beautiful, what really matter here is the performance and the speed of the engine. I’m glad to say that this car has a great figure!
 Well, I don’t find this model look so cheap but rather look vintage. I think its much better if they killed the current production of the Mustang and make a new model. I bet people would love to see a new model from Ferrari.
 Ford keeps on making a production for Mustang, for which I thought should be killed by now and replace with a new one!
 Camaro and Challenger both have connotations with orange... does a promotional example of the Mustang Boss 302 need to be painted orange, too?
 And promotional examples of the Boss 302 should be yellow, or maybe blue. When I visualize a picture of a ’70 Boss 302, I see it in bright yellow, with black stripes.
 Yet another boring mustang to add to the collection. Tanner said it perfectly on TG, Mustangs all look the same, no matter what you do to it, and yet they are still just as boring as when they rolled out the stock version.
 you do realize that that spoiler is there to IMMENSELY improve handling and down force on the track, right? Tight turns at the speeds these cars enter them at will send the cars practically airborne without proper equipment including that large spoiler.
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08.10.2011 @ 05:28