Not long ago, this Ford Mustang GT emerged from the production line at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Michigan, gleaming in a captivating Dark Matter Gray Metallic hue. It made its way to a dealership, where it captured the heart of an admirer. They drove it home and enjoyed cruising around in it, until they pushed the throttle pedal a bit too forcefully.
This scenario is all too familiar. We don’t mean to perpetuate stereotypes, as we know there are Mustangs that lead long and content lives in the care of their owners, receiving all the tender loving care they deserve until they are eventually traded in for more eco-friendly vehicles. However, there are times when Mustangs prove to be too much for their drivers. Whether it’s the weight, the rear-wheel drive, the powerful V8 engine, or some other factor aside from the driver themselves, these elements often contribute to unfortunate accidents.
Drivers simply want to flaunt their Mustangs a little and test their luck on public roads, often after leaving a coffee and cars gathering. The Mustang starts to fishtail, and before they know it, the car and driver find themselves colliding with guardrails, trees, or even worse, innocent bystanders. Occasionally, they even manage to crash into buildings.
We sincerely hope that this particular Mustang did not meet such a disastrous fate. What we do know is that it met its demise at a young age. It is a 2024 model – yes, from this very year – and now finds itself in a scrapyard. Tragically, it has only traveled a mere 265 miles (426 kilometers). Unfortunately, this is a fate that befalls Mustangs all too often.
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This is precisely why, in October, Mustangs, along with Dodge Chargers and Chevrolet Camaros, were prohibited from participating in coffee and cars events. Owners consistently failed to adhere to the rules, which included refraining from revving their engines and performing burnouts.
It seems that this particular Mustang failed to abide by some traffic regulations, as evidenced by its presence in a scrapyard with a salvage title. Nevertheless, the car is salvageable, patiently awaiting a new owner who can see its potential and give it a second chance at life. This time, hopefully, its lifespan will extend beyond a few weeks. After all, Mustangs don’t possess the proverbial nine lives like cats do.
It is evident that the car was involved in a head-on collision, although it likely wasn’t traveling at a high speed, considering the minimal damage. The hood remains open in all the listing photos, indicating that it no longer closes properly following the impact.
The front bumper, radiator grille, and front splitter have all suffered deformation, and there may be unseen damage to the headlights. Additionally, the driver’s side front fender bears noticeable scratches.
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The remaining body of the car appears intact, except for the severely shattered windshield on the passenger’s side. It appears as though the passenger, perhaps unbuckled, made direct contact with the front glass.
The airbag that safeguards the driver’s chest and head was activated from the steering wheel, and likewise was the knee airbag on the passenger’s side. The remainder of the cabin, furnished in Black Onyx leather, appears pristine, and both the 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster and 13.2-inch touchscreen appear to be operational.
The 2024 Ford Mustang is equipped with 19-inch Black Painted Aluminum wheels, which are available with both the Nite Pony Package and the GT Performance Package. This adds an additional $6,190 to the initial price.
At the rear, the bumper, body-colored wing, and taillights appear as if it is the vehicle’s first day on the road. The listing describes it as a “run and drive” vehicle, meaning it starts and moves on its own.
That implies that the 5.0-liter V8 engine can still produce a powerful roar, just as it did in the car’s prime when it delivered 460 horsepower (466 metric horsepower) and 420 pound-feet (570 Newton meters) of torque through the ten-speed automatic transmission.
Ford asserts that the Mustang (preferably one that is not crashed) accelerates from zero to hero (0 to 60 mph or 0 to 97 kph) in 3.8 seconds, reaches 124 mph (100 kph) in 14.1 seconds, and completes the quarter mile in 12.2 seconds, all while reaching a top speed electronically limited to 155 kph (250 kph).
The car is being sold as is in Florida, and the seller cautions that transportation may be required. With three days remaining until the bidding ends, the highest bid is a mere $1,200. A Ford Mustang GT, powered by the 5.0-liter V8 engine and equipped with the Nite Pony and GT Performance packages, starts at $50,140.
According to the Source autoevolution.com