Frank’s Mustang
Specs & Mods
- Ownership Status
- Currently Own
- Year
- 2020
- S197 Model
- GT 4.6L
- Transmission
- Manual
- Mods - Handling
- Bilstein B12 Pro Kit
Steeda rear X-brace
Steeda front strut tower brace
Steeda competition rear sway bar
Hotchkis adjustable panhard bar
4-piston front brake calipers with Pagid brake pads
Hurst short shifter
Roush 18x10 wheels with 275/40R18 tires
- Mods - Power
- Ford Racing Cold Air Intake
Steeda axle-back exhaust
- Mods - Exterior
- Full GT500 body kit
- Background & Plans
- I own a 2005 Mustang GT 5-speed manual originally from Florida (AutoNation Ford Margate). It already had GT500 body components fitted when I acquired it.
The goal with this car is to keep it as a balanced and enjoyable V8 Mustang, suitable for both road driving and occasional track use, without turning it into an extreme build.
So far, I’ve focused mainly on improving handling, braking, and overall chassis performance rather than chasing power. The car is currently receiving a brake cooling kit installation.
I’m also gathering the necessary information to properly install a Shelby differential cover.
In addition, I’m waiting for the delivery of a Whiteline front sway bar.
Ideally, I would also like to add front camber plates in the near future to further improve front-end geometry.
By the way, living in France means I’m regularly surrounded by small 3-cylinder 1.2L engines… so the Mustang’s ~300hp already feels more than enough for my daily dose of fun
The long-term plan is to keep refining the setup for more consistent track performance while maintaining reliability and street enjoyment. It’s a long-term, evolving project.
