2018 Boss 302? Let the rumors begin

[Fat Boss]

Just saw this article speculating on a new Boss coming our way.

http://www.foxnews.com/auto/2017/02/03/2018-ford-mustang-photo-suggests-new-boss-302-is-on-way.html

 

[dabossinnne]

I think they're reading a bit too much into the photo. I don't see Ford spending tens of $millions to develop another Boss 302 as a track-oriented "halo car" with limited market appeal, when the GT350 already that fills that niche perfectly. Makes no sense. But, who knows?

The Boss in the background looks like a 2013, possibly the one-of-one "Magnetic" color Boss that was produced and, IIRC, auctioned off for a charity fund raiser back in 2013. So, perhaps they shot this photo spread and included that car for the background, and maybe that's even the owner's home. Again, who knows?

 

[wwilde001]

I would be very surprised as well considering the GT350 and GT350R are still being produced. What about another GT500?

 

[VoodooBoss]

I think the GT500 is more likely but who knows. I fully expect the voodoo motor to only be used in the GT350 and not in any other car. Maybe the GT500 will be designed to complete with the ZL1 with a TT V8 and 750 HP and a new Boss 302 will be an all out very limited production track monster in the 14/15 Z28 vein? Whatever it is bring it on and soon!

 

[dabossinnne]

The speculation on a new 2018 Bullitt version makes more sense, from both a market differentiation and timing standpoint (ten years since the last Bullitt debuted).

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=75473

 

[Grant 302]

Doubt it'll be a Boss anytime soon. Mach1, Bullitt and GT500 are at the top of my list.

 

[superhero]

have to agree with the above. The Boss is done and it now time for the Mach 1 or Bullitt.
Why would Ford want to produce another boss and risk that the car may not be what people want or accepted. The Boss was a huge hit and I would think Ford would want to leave it on that note without risking a disappointment.
I would love to see a Mach 1 to challenge the new Dodge Demon at 757hp.
here I thought 444hp in my Boss was the top of the horse power in 2010 when I put my money on the dealers desk. 7 years later were at 700+ with no end in sight. Would love to see a Mach 1 with 800hp. My even make me think about selling.
Wife will change that thought real quick.

 

[byronj]

Just to be a smart A$$!! I say Mustang II is next. HAHAHA with all these new "little" engines coming out it only makes sense.

 

[Bunkie726]

Saw on another site that the Rock did a promo in what was almost certainly a Bullitt. My money is there for '18

 

[BigTaco]

Just to be a smart A$$!! I say Mustang II is next. HAHAHA with all these new "little" engines comes out it only makes clear since.

Oh God please no!!! Hahaha.

Now go rinse out your mouth with dishsoap for saying that.

 

[F.D. Sako]

To me, that just looks like a rendering of a 2013 Boss 302. The hood and mirrors look like 2013s.

 

[byronj]

Oh God please no!!! Hahaha.

Now go rinse out your mouth with dishsoap for saying that.

I will. Does Corona count?

 

[superhero]

looks like the girl in the background is checking out the Boss.
That's the magic of the Boss. Pure head turner.

 

[302BOB]

Squash the new Boss rumor NOW!!!!! Ford did a great job bringing it back for 12/13..I know, I bought one with no regrets! The GT350 eclipsed the Boss performance (BIG TIME)...a new GT500 is due to out dual the Hellcat....that's my prediction......in the mean time enjoy what you got!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[TymeSlayer]

Pure speculation by the writer. I highly doubt there's going to be another Boss 302 soon. Another kind of Boss? Perhaps something to bring back the legacy of a 429? Not sure what kind of power plant but that would be cool.

 

[Grant 302]

I will. Does Corona count?

IF you use lime scented soap. > ;D

 

[Grant 302]

Squash the new Boss rumor NOW!!!!! Ford did a great job bringing it back for 12/13..I know, I bought one with no regrets! The GT350 eclipsed the Boss performance (BIG TIME)...a new GT500 is due to out dual the Hellcat....that's my prediction......in the mean time enjoy what you got!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now a '19/'20 pairing of Boss models *would* make them 30th anniversary editions...

Pure speculation by the writer. I highly doubt there's going to be another Boss 302 soon. Another kind of Boss? Perhaps something to bring back the legacy of a 429? Not sure what kind of power plant but that would be cool.

I've been wondering about that possibility. I think the current 5.2 dimensions calc'd out to 317 IIRC. Not sure what displacement would be good for a new Boss '9'.

 

[BigTaco]

I will. Does Corona count?

Makers Mark.....

 

[Boss0960]

Now a '19/'20 pairing of Boss models *would* make them 30th anniversary editions...

I've been wondering about that possibility. I think the current 5.2 dimensions calc'd out to 317 IIRC. Not sure what displacement would be good for a new Boss '9'.

Ford is coming out with a brand new 7+ litre engine some time in 2019. That's pretty much the right dimension for a Boss 429.

 

[ArizonaBOSS]

Ford is coming out with a brand new 7+ litre engine some time in 2019.

Oh?