2011 Ford Mustang GT Official Daytona Pace Car #13 of 50 only 5000 miles! Rare!

2011 Ford Mustang GT Coupe 2-Door Description

This is a super rare car that will be a safe bet as a collector or automobile enthusiast. There is only 50 of these produced. YES, you read that right this is one of only 50 Mustangs licenced for the Daytona 500 Pace Car Package! This is #13 of the 50 and it is stunning all the way around. From the amazing 5.0l engine to the specially tuned exhaust and suspension this Mustang is equipped right for the collector or the person who just wants to have one of the rarest coolest Mustangs around!

Factory options per the window sticker include:

Mustang GT base

California Special

Security Package

3.73 limited slip axle

Glass Roof

Pace Car Package ($8000.00 option)

* Rapid Spec California Special includes:

– GT black carpet floor mats
– GT side tape stripe
– Side Scoops
– Pedestal rear spoiler
– Unique dark stainless billet grille
– Unique side stripes
– 8.5 alloy wheels X 19
– Unique decklid badge
– Unique I/P applique finish panel
– Carbon fiber look on doors
– Unique leather seats w/ “carbon” inserts
– Rear “diffuser-style” lower fascia
– Decklid tape applique

**Electronics Package includes:

– Compass
– Voice activating system for radio and navigation system
– DVD/VCD; Entertainment display screen located in front
– MP3 player
– Audio system
– Digital radio
– SIRIUS
– Passenger ventilation controls
– Ventilation system with automatic recirculation

*** Pace Car Package includes:

– Special Daytona 500 paint scheme
– Ford Racing suspension
– Strut tower brace and mufflers
– Unique painted wheels
– Special interior treatment including specially branded lit sill plates

Original Ford and Daytona 500 Press Release

For the first time in 40 years, a Ford Motor Company car will be pacing the field for the Nascar season-opening Daytona 500 when the 2011 Mustang GT, powered by the all-new 5 liter V8 engine, officially starts the race on Feb. 14 at Daytona International Speedway.

“Having the opportunity to pace America’s biggest auto race with a Ford icon like the 2011 Mustang GT is truly an honor,” said Jamie Allison, director, Ford North America Motorsports. “And to have the new 5.0L engine powering the car will be a great way to demonstrate its power and class-leading fuel economy.”

This latest version of Ford’s legendary muscle car will be a Race Red glass roof coupe with an all-new 5.0 liter V8 engine capable of producing 412 horsepower, while delivering a class leading 25 mpg on the highway. The one-of-a-kind model will feature a special Daytona 500 paint scheme, Ford Racing suspension, strut tower brace and mufflers, unique painted wheels, and special interior treatment, including specially branded lit sill plates.

The 2011 Mustang GT Daytona 500 Pace Car model is one of only 50 special editions that will be built and sold to the public. “Everybody loves Mustang,” Allison continued. “That was evident last year from the fan reaction when we announced it was going to be our new model in the NASCAR Nationwide Series starting later this year. This is just another way to showcase a true American icon in its most natural environment.”

The last time a Ford served as pace car for the Daytona 500 was 1970 when a Ford Torino GT convertible led the field to the green flag.

And while Mustang may be a rookie when it comes to pacing the Daytona 500, its 45-year history is firmly entrenched in racing and winning championships. Mustang captured championships last year in the Grand-Am KONI and SCCA SPEED World Challenge, in addition to leading Robert Hight to his first NHRA Funny Car championship.

Another element that makes this year’s pace car even more unique is that it will be auctioned off for charity before the actual race. Later this week (Jan. 23), the Mustang GT Daytona 500 Pace Car will be offered at the annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Collector Car Auction, which is taking place in Scottsdale, Ariz. Seven-time Daytona 500 champion Richard Petty, the newest member of the Ford Racing family, will be on site to help hand over the car to the winning bidder.

All proceeds over the manufacturer’s suggested retail price from the pace car auction will go to help cure childhood diabetes through a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.