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In 1993, the SVT Cobra was born and became one of baddest and best Mustangs in the ‘90s. Not only were they rare, but they made some serious power. But some tend to forget about the Fox Body that paved the way for the Cobra. If you haven't heard of it before, it might be because only 62 have ever been produced. The SAAC MK1 was born to be a racing icon and was only available to a select few in the club.
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Shelby American Automobile Club
Before we go deeper into the MK1, let's talk about the club. The SAAC is the Shelby American Automobile Club. Their motto: “Dedicated to the care, preservation, history, and enjoyment of the world championship cars from Shelby American, and the cars they have inspired from 1962 to today.” The club made sure to create an icon that would change the game for the Fox Body Mustang. The president, Rich Kopec, envisioned an idea to build a SAAC car and had approval from Carroll Shelby himself to do so. So the process began by taking 62 Fox Body Mustangs and outfitting them with aftermarket and Ford Motorsport catalog parts to blend power, handling, and comfort.
The 1992 SAAC MK 1 consisted of a number of changes. While it may not look like much, the engine, suspension, drivetrain, and even the body had been touched. These special characteristics are what make the MK1 so rare. Especially since only SAAC members were allowed to purchase one of these $40,000 Fox Bodies. Yes, you read that correctly. Each one of these cars was $40k.
Details and Specs
62 Produced (Goal was to build 250)
30 MK I Hatchback Models
Total Cost: $39,995
- Option: Remote keyless security, $549
Curb Weight: 3,195 lbs
0-60 - 5.2 seconds
0-100 - 12.9 seconds
1/4 mile ET 13.6 @ 102 MPH
Top Speed - 156 MPH
Engine
Ford Small-Block OHV 5.0 V8
- Compression 9.2:1 - 295 HP @ 5500 - 326 lb.ft
Ford Motorsport Ceramic-Coated Shorty Headers
Borla “Low-Restriction” Mufflers
Suspension and Chassis
Front Suspension
- Independent, modified MacPherson strut with lower A-arms; Eibach lowering coil springs; adjustable Koni struts; strut tower brace
Rear Suspension
- Upper and lower control arms; Eibach lowering coil springs; horizontal stabilizer dampers and adjustable Koni shock absorbers
Four-Point Roll Bar
Unit-Body With Steel Subframes
Drivetrain, Wheels and Brakes
Centerforce Dual Clutch
World-Class T5 Transmission
- Traction-Lok Limited-Slip Differential
4 Wheel Disc Brakes on a 5-lug conversion With Front Brake Ducting
Simmons Wheels
- 245/45/17 on all four corners
Interior and Exterior Design
Custom Leather Upholstery
LeMans Side Stripe Package
Fiberglass Side Skirts Without Faux-Vents
LX Taillights Instead of Louvered GT Taillights
No Fog Lamps
LX Wing Was Installed
