Here's what we think of the Ford Mustang California Special
- Ford Mustang California Special is based on the Mustang GT Fastback coupe
- Only 100 units of this edition have been allocated to the South African market
- It's priced at R 1 154 900
- Claimed fuel consumption of 12.1 litres per 100 km

The cult-classic American fuel guzzling V-8 beast, Ford Mustang California Special has arrived in South Africa.
Based on the 1968 original, it comes in a 5.0L V8 engine and 10-speed automatic transmission. The California Special comes in nine colour options and 19-inch alloy wheels.
In the interior, you'll find an infotainment system, cruise control, as well as seat warmers, and with 330kW and 529Nm, the Ford Mustang California Special can reach 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.5 seconds.
What makes the interior of the #Ford #MustangCaliforniaSpecial so special?
— Ford South Africa (@FordSouthAfrica) June 28, 2022
⚫️ Leather seats part-finished in grey Miko® suede.
⚫️ Seats and mats embossed with GT/CS logo.
⚫️ Instrument panel finished in Carbon Hex aluminium and unique badge.
Learn more: https://t.co/YpJD5f62YB pic.twitter.com/iVAx69IacF
The limited-edition #Ford #MustangCaliforniaSpecial was modelled on the 1968 original and features a spine-tingling performance exhaust, Track and Drag driving modes, blacked-out honeycomb grille and a Shelby-inspired rear spoiler. https://t.co/YpJD5f62YB pic.twitter.com/cJonpph3Mf
— Ford South Africa (@FordSouthAfrica) June 30, 2022
It's a special edition so there are some cosmetic conditions. This one's got a new rear wing which is Shelby inspired.
Melinda Ferguson, motoring journalist
There's also GT California Special badging all around the exterior, and the classic pony badge on the rear is also replaced by GT California Special badge.
Melinda Ferguson, motoring journalist
It's quite surprisingly spacious. It's still a sports car but you can sit in the back.
Melinda Ferguson, motoring journalist
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