Custom-Built Ford Mustang Truck GT-100 Is A Classic Truck With Modern Pony Car Underpinnings

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Trucks and muscle cars are embedded in the DNA of the American culture but what if you could combine both into a single vehicle? The answer to that question could be the pictured Ford Mustang Truck GT-100, representing a unique mixture of a heavily modified F100 body with modern underpinnings and a V8 from the fifth-gen Mustang GT.

Everything started by stripping out the bodywork from the 2007 Ford Mustang GT donor car, as a preparation for this unconventional marriage. The next step was to mount the bodywork of a rusty 1955 Ford F100 directly on the Mustang chassis, although this project wasn’t destined to be a reverse restomod in the traditional way.

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The only parts that appear to be carried over from the original F100 truck are the greenhouse, doors, roof, and bed frame, as everything else was modified to resemble a Mustang. The highlight is the grille and headlights which are sourced directly from the 2007 Mustang GT, showing the true nature of this build. The pronounced splitter, bulged bonnet, wide fender extensions, and aerodynamic windshield cover add more sportiness to the F100 which would admittedly look better with a chopped roof. Other interesting details include the side intakes, the custom bed, and the fixed rear wing.

Unlike most DIY projects that use fiberglass for bodykits and bespoke panels, the exterior of the Mustang truck is entirely made of metal. As a final touch, the unique pickup was painted in a classic blue shade with white stripes, combined with the dark-finished alloy wheels.

Step inside the truck’s cabin and you’ll notice that the dashboard, steering wheel, instrument cluster, and front seats are carried over from the pony car. More importantly, the ladder-frame chassis of the original Ford F100 gave way to the much more modern architecture of the 2007 Ford Mustang GT. This change brings a notable improvement in ride quality, handling, and performance, effectively transforming the classic truck into a sportscar. Likewise, the 4.6-liter V8 of the fifth-gen Mustang GT produces 300 hp (224 kW / 304 PS), outperforming the ancient Y-block V8 used in the third-gen F-Series trucks.

It is not clear if the unique Ford Mustang Truck GT-100 is available for sale, but the owner proudly showcased his build on a Facebook group called Original 306 Truck Club. Commenters seem to be divided about its appearance, but everyone agrees that this truck is a head-turner, especially when you hear the roaring V8.

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