Vehicle Description
There are show cars that look good, and then there are show cars
like this custom-engineered 1967 Mustang fastback that are wicked
manifestations of vintage aesthetics and modern technology. As a
previous concours judge and lifetime Mustang enthusiast, George
Huisman, founder of Classic Design Concepts, created a line of
turnkey Mustangs that are built from the ground up to provide a
perfect blend of old school Motown style and new school SoCal
comfort. This razor-sharp coupe, Flashback number 001, is the very
first of those Mustangs; and was at one time both Huisman's
personal car and CDC's premier press and show mule. When it debuted
at the SEMA show, the car easily walked away with Ford Best in Show
and Outstanding Achievement in Design and was prominently featured
in numerous print and digital publications which included a cover
spread in Hot Rod magazine. If you're looking for a mind-blowing
pro-tourer that's every bit as impressive as it is unique, this
take-no-prisoners pony car is your hot ticket!
FIRST CLASS FLASHBACK
The foundation for Flashback 001's build is an all-steel body that
displays tight fit and finish, super smooth surfaces and
laser-straight style lines. As the industry's number one
manufacturer of replacement body shells, Dynacorn utilizes a
rigorous process that forms 1006 universal automotive grade steel
into thicker-than-factory body panels that are eventually bonded
together via increased CO2 welding techniques and thoroughly dipped
in a custom galvanizing solution. Once Flashback's top-notch body
had been hand-altered by the folks at CDC, a dynamic coat of custom
Sherwin-Williams Pearl Blue metal flake was expertly applied under
Champagne racing stripes and a glossy clearcoat shell. And the
result is one lust-worthy award-winner which oozes cool, looks
absolutely evil and has enough aesthetic appeal to start its own
parade!
When we say CDC massaged and altered this Mustang, we're not hyping
repositioned trim, cheesy tape stripes and a few crude fiberglass
cooling ducts. We're talking about an OEM-quality build that
features modified fascias, a tastefully altered profile and enough
21st century lighting tweaks to make Best Buy's Geek Squad fall out
of their Beetle. At the front of the car, a prominent mesh grille
hangs a "Powered by Ford" emblem between modern headlights that are
seated in custom headlight buckets. Beneath that grille, a super
slick valence sports large, aerodynamic fog lights, which mimic the
shape of attractive, functional cooling ducts. A custom, fiberglass
hood features billet heat extractors that are complete with LED
turn indicators. At the back of that hood, chip-free glass, smoked
on all surfaces but the windshield, floats amid bright wipers,
dent-free trim and polished drip rails. At the base of that glass,
traditional door handles, functional side scoops and "5.4 LITRE
SUPERCHARGED" fender emblems ride between body-matched mirrors,
scalloped C-pillars and LED marker lamps. And at the back of the
car, a fiberglass decklid hangs a low-profile bikini spoiler above
a custom, "CDC" branded fuel filler, LED taillights that feature
completely integrated reverse lamps, and a sculpted rear valence
that wraps around four stainless exhaust tips.
FORD RACING POWER
Naturally, this Ford looks great, but its biggest selling point is
the supercharged, 5.4 liter ground pounder that rumbles right under
its lightweight hood. Cranking out roughly 600 horsepower, Ford
Racing's revolutionary modular V8 was influenced heavily by the
firm's first GT super car. Utilizing an iron block, a forged crank,
forged rods, forged pistons, aluminum heads and dual overhead cams,
the smooth mill makes great muscle car sounds while providing
surprising efficiency and a docile nature. Twist the key and the
pedigreed V8 rumbles to life, sending baritone notes down 2.5-inch
exhaust that features Ford Racing headers. Punch the throttle and
an Eaton M122 supercharger zings the engine toward redline. Jump
out on the open road and a high capacity cooling system ensures
hour after hour of spirited reliability. And, aesthetically, the
car's professionally finished engine bay is very clean.
IT GOES AS WELL AS IT SHOWS
All too often classic cars, especially show classics, are geared
more toward aesthetics than performance. It's kind of like walking
into a chop shop, staring at a rib-eye steak and then realizing a
clever butcher sold you sirloin. Sure, the product still looks
mouth-watering, but it's just not too satisfying. Because this
Mustang is actually a functional road warrior, as opposed to a
ropes-and-red-carpet display piece, CDC made sure it had plenty of
flavor and spice via a custom, curve-carving undercarriage. At the
front of the car, Hotchkis struts and control arms join adjustable
Strange coil-overs and Flaming River power rack-and-pinion
steering. And at the back of the car, you'll find a custom, 4-link
suspension that's been finished with quality QA-1 coil-overs.
Behind the modern V8, a smooth Ford 4R70W Automatic Overdrive
transmission spins power to a Moser 9-inch rear end that's fitted
with tall, 3.70 gears and 4-pinion Trac Loc 31-spline axles. And at
the sides of the engine, large-diameter, Mandrel-bent pipes send
spent gases through an H-shaped crossover and aggressive
dual-chamber mufflers. Multi-piston Wilwood binders clamp drilled
and slotted rotors to provide serious resistance for the serious
motor. And power gets put to the pavement by a quartet of 18-inch
Forgeline wheels, which spin 245/40 front and 275/35 rear Dunlop
Direzzas around Champagne colored spokes.
MODULAR IN MORE THAN JUST MOTOR
One of the major selling points of the Flashback series was CDC's
thoughtfully redesigned and thoroughly modernized interior. And
we're not talking about some guy with a sewing machine either. This
keyless-entry-equipped cockpit is a 100% complete, modular
installation which provides the fit and reliability of a major OEM
manufacturer. The seats are power units that wear black leather
covers, tan threads, tan center sections and two-piece lap belts.
At the front of the car, a leather-capped dual-cowl dash, which
features the same tan stitching as the aforementioned seats, hangs
a Bongiovi-tuned JVC CD player amid custom Classic Instruments
telemetry. At the center of the car, a custom console anchors a
polished shifter between a numbered plaque, controls for Vintage
Air conditioning and switches for power windows. At the sides of
the car, detailed door panels hang tan accent trim above stitched
armrests, flush-fit power door lock buttons and clean stainless
trim. At the floor, like-new carpet is stretched tight under
color-matched mats, Rockford Fosgate kick speakers and Rockford
Fosgate quarter speakers. In front of the driver, a speed-drilled
steering wheel laps a tilting Flaming River column. And behind the
cockpit, a custom-upholstered trunk hides a Rockford Fosgate amp
and a Rockford Fosgate subwoofer.
There's no question this is a very special car, and that its
existence moved the bar for OEM-quality customs. If you're the sort
of person who wants to own only the best, and understands that
quality doesn't compromise, then you're already familiar with what
this Ford has to offer. Fun to look at, fun to drive, and fun to
show, it's a cool classic that will continue to stand the test of
time thanks to smart design and immaculate craftsmanship. Buy it
today, and in 20 years, you'll still be drawing crowds!
HIGHLIGHTS
The very first Flashback Mustang assembled by Classic Design
Concepts
Created by Mustang concours judge George Hui...for more information
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