2020 Ford Mustang Bullitt

This Highland Green coupé is one of the second wave of special edition Bullitt models built to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the film of the same name. Fitted with a 459bhp version of the five-litre ‘Coyote’ V8 engine and the six-speed manual gearbox, this is quite possibly the most desirable Mustang of recent years.

It’ll hit 62mph in 4.9 seconds and max out at 163mph – and it handles too, with strengthened Magneride suspension, a limited-slip differential, and rev-matching on the gearbox. It’s also got a 1,000W stereo and a cue ball for a gear knob plus an extended front splitter and side sills, no badges, and red Brembo brake calipers peeking through the 19-inch Bullitt alloy wheels.

This one, from 2020 and showing just 4,300 miles on the odometer, has a full service history, two months left on the warranty and has one free service left to claim before 1st April 2023.

So, if you missed out originally, now’s your chance to get one that’s still almost new - and at a hefty discount on the new price.

Look, it’s a three-year-old car that’s only covered just over 4,000 miles in its life. It’s been garaged and treasured as the icon it is.

This means there isn’t going to be a whole lot to say about the condition of the coachwork.

Other than Highland Green is an amazing colour that suits its modern lines to perfection while managing to nod respectfully at the Mustang’s iconic film role.

The panels are straight, the shutlines are factory-tight, and the paintwork gleams in an unholy fashion. It’s still utterly gorgeous and if there’s a mark on it bar the odd stonechip (e.g. #233) we can’t find it.

The deep front splitter and side sills are undamaged. As are the windows, windscreen, and light lenses. Clearly both of its owners have relished their role in curating it properly.

The black, five-spoke, 19-inch Bullitt alloy wheels, complete with contrasting silver rims, are not only unscuffed but are still fitted with the original Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres.

Please, if you’re thinking of bidding then contact us to make an appointment to come and see it in person. We promise you won’t be disappointed.

The black leather Recaro seats, whose logo and stitching is green to continue the theme, are as supportive as they are comfortable; that they look as good as they do is the icing on the cake.

But then this is a very carefully composed cockpit. Sure, the Bullitt name crops up a couple of times more than is strictly necessary but the modernity that brings with it a whole host of advantages over an older Mustang, including full smartphone connectivity, excellent heating and air-conditioning, a whole host of performance and engine information at your fingertips and much more, is tempered with some lovely retro details like the cue-ball gearknob.

The 12-speaker, 1,000-Watt B&O Play sound system sounds incredible but then you probably won’t be listening to it much because the engine and exhaust noise has been carefully calibrated to give you the full V8 experience without it once becoming tiresome, even over long distances at motorway speeds.

The dashboard can cycle through various programmes and can relay more information than any sane driver would ever need.

The plaque in the cockpit confirms this one’s status as number #1832 of 5582 made worldwide.

The boot is just as good as everywhere else, and there’s a box with rubber mats in there should the new owner want to add an additional layer of protection for the carpets.

Needless to say, everything works as it should and, like the exterior, it’s all still in a stunning condition.

As you’d expect, it starts immediately and ticks over perfectly. It revs well too, and as for the noise, Ford has done an amazing job with the Mustang’s V8 engine, giving it a muscular growl that’s exciting without ever being intrusive. Please watch the video - and turn the volume up to 11.

The engine bay is very clean, and it’s lovely to be able to admire everything without having to remove a series of plastic panels. Another job well done.

The underside is slightly mucky but that that’s the worst we can say about it speaks volumes.

The history file is thin but then what did you expect? This is a car whose warranty is still valid and whose service history, even though it’s been done on time by Ford dealers, extends to just three sessions – and one of those was the PDI.

Which is exactly as it should be.

As is the MoT, which is valid until January 2024 and was gained without a single advisory.

For the sake of completeness, the maintenance history is as follows:

• 26.02.2020 and 15 miles – pre-delivery inspection by Vosper’s Motor House of Exeter

• 13.05.2021 and 687 miles – service by Hendy of Horsham

• 13.05.2022 and 1,258 miles – service by Hendy of Horsham

The original Ford warranty is transferrable and runs out on the 1st of April 2023, so you’ll have plenty of time to reassure yourself that it’s in tip-top condition and to ask Ford to sort out anything you aren’t happy with.

The recent Vehicle History Check is clean and it still has its book pack and wallet plus the original Bullitt presentation pack.

CAR magazine put it best when it summed up the Bullitt: “While some will moan over the £5400 wedge the Bullitt commands over the regular Mustang, I’d take the £5k hit and file it under ‘wellness and self-esteem.’ The regular Mustang makes you feel like an anti-hero, but the Bullitt adds subtitles and popcorn.”

The initial run of 350 UK cars sold out immediately, so many ended up paying a premium on the sticker price of £47,545.

As for this one, which is barely run in, fastidiously maintained, and pretty much as good as new, we estimate it will fetch somewhere between £40,000 and £45,000.

That’s a fair chunk of money for a three-year-old Ford of course, but given its glacial depreciation so far, it might turn out to be some of the cheapest sportscar fun available.

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