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[SweptVolume]

Very interesting.

So, according to your numbers the manual/auto split of registered cars is approximately:

GT: Man 46%, Auto 54%
DH: Man 42%, Auto 58%

On AutoTrader right now, the split of new (unregistered) cars available is:

GT: Man 30%, Auto 70%
DH: Man 29%, Auto 71%

This suggests they have imported more autos than manuals but that the manuals might be a slightly easier sell.

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[alscar]

Car finally home after collection , issues with getting Tracker fitted and then at Detailers for a few days getting ceramic coated etc.
Very pleased I waited for my spec choice rather than Fords.

 

[Gregs24]

Looking like there are going to be some very rare Mustang colours in the UK. Rapid Red hardly made it here at all, Intense Lime Yellow was a one year only colour (2025) with very few here. I wonder if ILY will be the rarest?

 

[SweptVolume]

Looking like there are going to be some very rare Mustang colours in the UK. Rapid Red hardly made it here at all, Intense Lime Yellow was a one year only colour (2025) with very few here. I wonder if ILY will be the rarest?

Agree. I keep a regular eye on what's appearing new on Autotrader and have only seen one Rapid Red, which is odd because it's a really nice hue.

There was a special grey that I haven't really seen either - I think it was called Dark Matter Gray, which is going to be very rare too.

The other super-rare option is weirdly not an option but standard equipment: black callipers. Basically every GT has the optional red callipers, and I assume most Dark Horses have the blue? I did spot one GT with black callipers; could be a collector's item in the future

 

[keithwalton]

I think the red calipers were all the ones that weren't initially sold but built anyway. It was an option they over estimated the demand for. Similar with auto dark horses, nearly all of the ones available are autos

 

[Gregs24]

I think the red calipers were all the ones that weren't initially sold but built anyway. It was an option they over estimated the demand for. Similar with auto dark horses, nearly all of the ones available are autos

It wasn't really an option as pretty much every car came with red callipers!

 

[Gregs24]

Agree. I keep a regular eye on what's appearing new on Autotrader and have only seen one Rapid Red, which is odd because it's a really nice hue.

There was a special grey that I haven't really seen either - I think it was called Dark Matter Gray, which is going to be very rare too.

The other super-rare option is weirdly not an option but standard equipment: black callipers. Basically every GT has the optional red callipers, and I assume most Dark Horses have the blue? I did spot one GT with black callipers; could be a collector's item in the future

Yes I was after Rapid Red (and would still be waiting) with Magneride and standard seats. I don't think one was ever made in that spec.

Now, Molten Magenta with the bronze pack would be nice, but again none have arrived with Magneride and auto box either.

There is one 2025GT convertible on the Ford website without red callipers!

 

[alscar]

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The other super-rare option is weirdly not an option but standard equipment: black callipers. Basically every GT has the optional red callipers, and I assume most Dark Horses have the blue? I did spot one GT with black callipers; could be a collector's item in the future
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I was pleased to see my 25 DH has the black ones.

 

[luism]

Hello,

Can anyone confirm if the ‘25 Convertible for UK/Europe comes equipped with the “glasses holder/compartment” on the lower-left side of the steering wheel?

Cheers!

 

[SweptVolume]

Is the glasses holder in place of the wireless charger on MY25 models?

Generally speaking, the interior mouldings are common across all markets, which is why the cup holders are pretty useless and you end up stroking your passenger's leg when applying the handbrake in right hand drive models, and EU spec cars tend to be optioned up by US standards, so if it replaced the wireless charger in the US, chances are it'll be on the EU cars too.

 

[luism]

For the UK it should be on the right side below the lights controls (left side for the EU).
I am asking as it is mentioned in the Service Manual, but the dealership can’t confirm it as it does not appear on the spec list.

 

[SweptVolume]

Wow, I had no idea that was a thing. I did see the cover and assumed it was fuses or something. Thanks for the heads-up!

Here it is on the MY24 UK-spec convertible. I'd be surprised if it had been removed for the MY25, but can't tell you for sure (sorry).

 

[Travel Lad]

Took the plunge and my new Pony has arrived at the dealer in Glasgow so still all wrapped up Dealer says the Molten looks much better in real life than in the pic.
I’m on holiday so probably not picking up until 11/12 August can’t wait.
Got the vert this time and can’t wait to pick it up.
Got it booked in for machine polish, ceramic coating and clear wrap front, sides, doors and possibly back arches (waiting for price to add that on).
Will check for the sunglasses holder when I pick him up.

 

[SweptVolume]

Took the plunge and my new Pony has arrived at the dealer in Glasgow so still all wrapped up Dealer says the Molten looks much better in real life than in the pic.
I’m on holiday so probably not picking up until 11/12 August can’t wait.
Got the vert this time and can’t wait to pick it up.
Got it booked in for machine polish, ceramic coating and clear wrap front, sides, doors and possibly back arches (waiting for price to add that on).
Will check for the sunglasses holder when I pick him up.

Niiiice! I nearly ordered a Molten Mag 'vert myself; it's a fabulous colour.

 

[Travel Lad]

Got it home on Friday had the good weather weekend - colour in pics is much 'redder' than in true life. Off to the detailers for his ceramic coating and skin protection tomorrow :-)
But oh my goodness the sound of the engine with the top down

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