Need for Speed Ford Mustang Heading to Auction
The custom Ford Mustang starring in the upcoming Need for Speed movie will be auctioned for charity.
Being offered at no reserve, the Mustang GT will cross the Barrett-Jackson auction block in Palm Beach, Fla. on April 12. Proceeds from the sale will go on to benefit the Henry Ford Health System, a not-for-profit group founded by Henry Ford to improve the health and well-being of a diverse community. The movie car features a custom wide body with 22-inch Forgiato wheels.
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Other custom elements to the sports car include an enlarged lower grille with new air intakes, extended rocker panels, a twin-snorkel hood and low-profile mirrors. Finished in a custom silver paint with Kona Blue racing stripes, the Mustang GT can be seen on the big screen starting March 14.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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