ScubaSteve2020
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Surprised they didn't finally go AWD
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2026 Mustang Dark Horse SC - Official Specs, Photos, Videos
Rated R
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Not being offered with a manual...probably not going to be expressing interest in this car. The S650 overall is just lacking to me from a style perspective. There's a lot going on with the DH SC (not in a good way) and the design doesn't flow. There are elements that look aftermarket in a cheap way. First impressions for me, not interested.
I was hoping that Ford would offer something different than a supercharged 5.2. Something that was more aligned with what they're actually racing on the track like the 5.4 and make it available with both a DCT and a manual. I will say that it is a much more compelling car than the GTD however considering the difference in price. Even if they price this car at $130K it's knocking on the door of the GTD at less than half the price. I understand the bespoke design of the GTD, transaxle etc but that car is a 4,400 lbs monstrosity. I continue to thank Ford that they didn't accept my application for the GTD as I likely would have gone through with it, consequently with regret. Especially since the release of this new DH SC.
Keeping my GT350 R Hep....
I was hoping that Ford would offer something different than a supercharged 5.2. Something that was more aligned with what they're actually racing on the track like the 5.4 and make it available with both a DCT and a manual. I will say that it is a much more compelling car than the GTD however considering the difference in price. Even if they price this car at $130K it's knocking on the door of the GTD at less than half the price. I understand the bespoke design of the GTD, transaxle etc but that car is a 4,400 lbs monstrosity. I continue to thank Ford that they didn't accept my application for the GTD as I likely would have gone through with it, consequently with regret. Especially since the release of this new DH SC.
Keeping my GT350 R Hep....
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I have! So..........................
Mustang1987
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No point in a manual with something like that or a manual in this new variant. You'd have all that performance and capabilities, and it wouldn't even show because of a manual.
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HUGE point in the manual, FUN! That's why we all buy sports cars. I don't care about lap times, I don't track my cars. I care about fun, smiles per gallon.
Mustang1987
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If you don't care about times, then this car wasn't designed for you lol
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I posted that I'm a bit disappointed that they didn't offer something different than the 5.2. I have that in my Raptor R. They offered it in the GT500 a few years back and currently offer it in the GTD. A 5.4 with a manual would have been something different and would align directly with what they're currently racing. Offer that car with both a DCT and a manual, in a less expensive package than this car. Curious to see where the price starts on this DH SC. Probably going to be eye watering for most.
AlloyPony
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Us middle aged guys are the ones who have the most trouble with the pricing on these cars. LOL. Back in the 2000s my wife and I had a brand new house in a brand new subdivision and paid $145k for the property AND house. That's why the idea of paying the same money for a Mustang is just so difficult to wrap our heads around. 
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OK, I get it. Due to physical limitations I no longer can drive a manual but I understand the fun factor. But this is a car with a different mission. Different strokes!
Junkyard Dog
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According to Top Gear, it is the GTD engine, but less than 804 hp
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/usa/new-mustang-dark-horse-sc-gets-wild-supercharged-v8-gtd
I thought the GTD was 815?
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/usa/new-mustang-dark-horse-sc-gets-wild-supercharged-v8-gtd
I thought the GTD was 815?
Junkyard Dog
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Ford won't comment on differences between the Dark Horse SC engine and other models, e.g., GT500 and GTD.
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a69998472/2026-ford-mustang-dark-horse-sc-revealed/
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a69998472/2026-ford-mustang-dark-horse-sc-revealed/
Junkyard Dog
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Ibid.
"The coupe comes standard with MagneRide dampers, and it receives firmer springs than the standard Dark Horse. Ford also fitted new anti-roll bars, revised the front and rear knuckles and front control arms, and added a lightweight magnesium strut tower brace. The steel suspension componentry from the Dark Horse is replaced by forged aluminum to save weight, and the track width is more than an inch wider than the standard Dark Horse.
In a bid to make the SC more responsive, Ford updated the steering rack, tire rods, and rear suspension geometry"
"The coupe comes standard with MagneRide dampers, and it receives firmer springs than the standard Dark Horse. Ford also fitted new anti-roll bars, revised the front and rear knuckles and front control arms, and added a lightweight magnesium strut tower brace. The steel suspension componentry from the Dark Horse is replaced by forged aluminum to save weight, and the track width is more than an inch wider than the standard Dark Horse.
In a bid to make the SC more responsive, Ford updated the steering rack, tire rods, and rear suspension geometry"
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