"Convertible tops and iconic sports cars like Mustang have always been a great pairing," said Dave Pericak, Mustang chief engineer. "This is the best convertible we've ever built with a one-of-a-kind design that is instantly recognizable as Mustang and an outstanding all-around driving experience."
Being designed from the wheels up, along side of the fastback model, the new convertible embraces an array of visual changes along with meeting increased standards of refinement, quality, and performance. The all new convertible top is now said to be as quiet on the road as the fastback, thanks to its all new full fabric outer layer and a full insulated inner headliner.
Not only has the top been beefed up, the time it takes for the top to come down is rumored to be half the time as before - an estimated 8-second. This is due to the new single center latch and its new drive system. The top sits 6.7 inches lower than previous models when folded, which helps keep a sleek profile while offering better rear visibility.
"When you're sitting in the driveway or at a traffic light and you decide you want to enjoy some sunshine, you shouldn't have to wait around for the top to lower," said Pericak. "Our team worked to engineer a retractable roof that gets out of the way or closes up quickly and quietly."
The convertible chassis stiffness has been increased 13 percent to provide a more stable platform and to help take advantage of the all-new independent rear suspension. The new rear-end has allowed for a class leading 11.4 cubic feet of trunk space. So all you golfers can put your golf bag, along with your friends bag, in the trunk.
Keep your eye out for the release of the all-new 2015 Mustang fastback and convertible later this year.
News source: Ford
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