ford mustang Boss 302
The Boss 302 Mustang is a high performance variant of the Ford Mustang originally produced in 1969 and 1970, but revived in the 2012 model year. It was produced for the Trans Am racing series, while the Mustang Boss 429 which was produced the same years was built around a larger engine.
The Boss 302 nameplate for 2012. The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 takes a standard 2011 Ford Mustang GT’s 5.0-liter V8 and adds an upgraded intake system and revised engine producing 444 naturally aspirated horsepower – a 32 horsepower jump over the standard GT’s 412 hp via a forged rotating assembly, CNC ported heads, revised camshafts and a high flow "runners in the box" intake taken from the 302R racecar. The engine loses about 10 lb-ft. of torque when compared to the standard GT. It is rated at 380 lb-ft. and comes with an upgraded six-speed MT-82 manual transmission. A 3.73 rear axle uses carbon fiber plates in its limited slip differential or an optional Torsen differential. The intake system has also been reengineered to provide a growl under hard acceleration, while the quad exhaust system made up of two standard Mustang GT outlets and two side pipes that exit on either side of the rear crossover. The side pipes send the exhaust through a set of metal discs to create an extra growling exhaust sound. The disc is removable and includes a spacer plate sized to match aftermarket exhaust dump valves.
The aero package is almost entirely copied from the Boss 302R race car. The 19-inch black-alloy racing wheels are 9-inches wide up front and 9.5-inches out back and come within Pirelli P-Zero tires.
The Boss 302 Laguna Seca edition is a further upgraded version of the Boss 302. Additions include a close-ratio six-speed stick, a standard Torsen limited-slip rear differential, and revised suspension tuning. Unique spring and dampers rates and a larger rear stabilizer. Laguna Seca models lose their rear seats, which are replaced by a cross-car X-brace to increase structural rigidity approximately 10%. They ride on 19X9-inch front and 19X10 inch rear light-weight alloy wheels with R-compound high-performance tires. Ford Racing front brake ducts help cool the brakes.
Laguna Secas come in two colors – Black or Ingot Silver – with a red roof and red accents. A more aggressive front splitter and a larger rear spoiler are for track use. Only 750 Laguna Seca versions will be built.
The limited-edition Laguna Seca is designed to bridge the gap between the Boss 302 and the Boss 302R.