2008 Ford Mustang
Fifth generation · S197 2005–2014
The S197, whose retro styling revived 1960s-fastback cues, produced 2005–2014.
The 2008 model year
Overview
The Bullitt returned. Inspired by the 1968 Steve McQueen film car, the 2008 Bullitt paired a 315 hp version of the 4.6 3-valve V8 with Highland Green (or black) paint, blacked-out trim, and badge delete. The base V6 (210 hp), GT (300 hp), and GT500 (500 hp) continued.
Specifications
- Engines
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- 4.0 Cologne V6 210 hp
- 4.6 3-valve SOHC V8 (GT) 300 hp
- 4.6 3-valve V8 (Bullitt) 315 hp
- 5.4 supercharged DOHC V8 (Shelby GT500) 500 hp
- Transmissions
- 5-speed manual (V6 / GT / Bullitt), 5-speed automatic, Tremec TR6060 6-speed manual (GT500)
- Body styles
- Coupe, Convertible
- Base price
- $19,650 (V6 Deluxe coupe) ≈$28,600 today (inflation-adjusted) Original MSRP adjusted for inflation (CPI, 2024); not the car's current market/collector value. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, CPI-U (U.S. city average, all items), annual average.
- Production
- 91,251 (U.S. build)
Year over year
What changed
- Bullitt model introduced — 315 hp 4.6 3-valve V8, unique intake/exhaust tuning, 3.73:1 rear axle, badge-delete styling.
- Bullitt offered in Dark Highland Green or black.
- Mechanically the V6, GT, and GT500 carried over.
Living with it
Reliability & ownership notes
- The Bullitt's engine is a tuned version of the standard 3-valve V8 — same cam-phaser/spark-plug service watch items.
- GT500's 5.4 supercharged V8 benefits from cooling attention; the factory rating is conservative.
Worth knowing
Notable
- Bullitt revival — a sought-after S197 collector trim with the Highland Green / blacked-out look.
- GT/CS California Special continued.
Famous variants this year
Sources
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