The new Ford Mustang at SEMA 2014

Plenty of tuning firms will be taking a modified 2015 Mustang to next month’s Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas. In fact, Ford is planning to have over a dozen examples on its stand alone.

Among them is going to be a 5.0 litre V8 model specially prepared by Galpin Auto Sports. Thanks to the addition of a gold powder-coated Whipple supercharger and a Magnaflow exhaust system, output is up from the stock 435 bhp (324 kW / 441 PS) to a very impressive 725 bhp (540 kW / 735 PS). That motor, which sits beneath a glazed bonnet panel, is complemented by a Steeda suspension upgrade.

Ford Mustang (Galpin Auto Sports) (2015) Front Side

Cosmetic tweaks include a restyled front bumper, bespoke headlights with integrated LED indicators, a carbon fibre front splitter and a larger rear diffuser. To ensure a striking look the GAS Mustang’s black paintwork contains gold metallic flecks, plus the 20” wheels, badges and brake calipers all have a gold finish.

Another V8-powered Mustang set to go on display at SEMA has been created by Petty’s Garage. Sporting a custom blue and black two-tone colour scheme, it uses a Roush supercharger to boost performance.

Ford Mustang (Petty’s Garage) (2015 Rendering) Front Side

This particular car is due to be auctioned after the show, with sale proceeds earmarked for the Victory Junction children’s charity.

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