2019 California Special Is Here
We’ve been California Deamin’ here at Prestige Ford ever since the new legendary Mustang GT California Special rolled into our dealership. Between its new features and vintage-inspired colors and over-the-top stripes, this Mustang star came to shine.
“No doubt, 2019 is an exciting year for Mustang enthusiasts, especially fans of our California Special…” said Corey Holter, Ford car group marketing manager. “This year further targets hardcore enthusiasts who want even more performance… while new technology – including rev-matching on manual transmission-equipped Mustang GT and active valve performance exhaust on the EcoBoost® model – means even more thrills.”
A Mustang Star Is Born
When Mustang first hit the streets in 1964, owners clubs sprang up around the country, with many regional dealers creating their own personalized pony car designs. One – inspired by the 1967 Shelby GT notchback coupe prototype – came to be called the California Special.
That original Mustang GT/CS featured a blacked-out grille, fog lamps and a side racing stripe that ended ahead of a new rear fender scoop. It wore a Shelby-inspired spoiler, custom tail-lamps and twist-lock hood fasteners. The Mustang limited-edition production run for 1968. Before long, the California Special joined the ranks of Shelby, Boss and Mach 1 special-edition Mustangs.
A Mustang Star Is Reborn
Today, the 2019 California Special for Mustang GT is a visual standout. It features a trademark fading stripe that traces from the 5.0 side badge to the rear fender scoop. A signature Ebony Black and Race Red script California Special badge adorns the trunk lid. At the front, the car keeps the signature blacked-out open grille and picks up the Mustang Performance Pack 1 splitter. It also wears unique five-spoke painted machined wheels.
Inside are rich black Miko® suede-trimmed seats with embossed GT/CS insignia and contrast red accent stitching, along with custom embroidered GT/CS floor mats. Signature California Special script badging appears on the passenger-side dash panel.
“Few things are more satisfying than dropping the top on a California Special and taking a drive down the majestic Pacific Coast Highway,” said Mark Conforzi, Ford designer. “This signature design takes its cues from the original California Special, while enhancing the personality of today’s Mustang.”
Mustang GT/CS Features
GT/CS Engine
- 5.0-liter V8 engine
- 460 horsepower
- 420 lb.-ft. of torque
- 155 mph top speed*
- Advanced rev-matching
Advanced rev-matching helps smooth out shifts by first predicting shifts then quickly matching engine rpm – similar to the heel-and-toe methods the pros use. On downshifts, engine rpm instantly kicks up to smooth out the transition between gears.
Bang & Olufsen Audio System
- B&O PLAY audio system
- 10-channel amplifier
- 1,000 watts
- 12 high-performance speakers.
Customized to the car’s interior environment, sound engineers tuned the B&O PLAY audio system to take both the static and dynamic states of Mustang into account to elevate the senses regardless of driving conditions. B&O PLAY audio connects to the optional SYNC® 3 system, which allows Apple CarPlay compatibility.
There are many more features to come and see on the all-new 2019 Ford Mustang California Special. One of the most iconic classic cars makes its return to stardom and you don’t want to miss it. Come see us at Prestige Ford (serving Rockwall, Rowlett, Richardson, Wylie, Garland) to see what we have in stock or check us out online at PrestigeFord.com.
*EDIT: We currently have one in stock here.