The Forgotten McLaren Ford Mustang | WIDEBODY FOX BODY [4K]

[@AutotopiaLA]

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[@ErikKoenig-fv3nr]

Lol stealing content ideas from mister Zachary,s channel are we now buddy since he's posted his first quite odd gotta be a real piece of shit to steal content ideas from another Creator typical tho of a low life to do shit like this

[@rommelmontemayor8515]

me gusto el video disculpa vi un video del retorno del Chevrolet chevelle en 2 versiones techo duro y convertible para saber si es verdad ó mentira thanks

[@mchristr]

The Fox Mustang is the ultimate blank canvas. You can build anything you want, from a mild factory driver to a wide-body road course weapon. Thanks Shawn.

[@Zederok]

I turned 16 in 1985, my grandma bought me a brand new Fox Body 1985 GT Mustang 5.0 for my Birthday. Unfortunately my dad wouldn't let me have it but grandma secretly let me drive it anytime I wanted. I would get in my 78 Ford Fairmont and drive it to my grandmas, switch out cars so she'd take mine to work and I'd take the Mustang to school and football practice after. Any time I wanted to go cruising on the weekends with my buds...yes kids cruising was a thing back then....I'd switch out. Since then I have been enamored with the Fox Body and one day this 54 year old kid at heart will own one again.

[@johndean2110]

That is awesome dude.👍 I wish you luck on getting another one.

[@gordocarbo]

You were bought a new 5.0? Grams musta really liked you!

[@OGLD-pi2us]

Grandma❤❤❤❤❤

[@plap.]

​​@@gordocarboThey were $15k. A bargain back then. Someone would pay the same for a Ft wheel drive Olds Calais with a Iron Duke for the same money. Easy choice.

[@plap.]

'85 was the best year ,bar none, to have out off all. Last year with a carb and all the best parts. A shame you didn't keep it.

[@Panthercholo]

The owner is the love child of Richard Rawlings and Magnus Walker.

[@chevymac1182]

Get you some of that woooo

[@riedermarcus]

LMAO 🤣😂

[@barrycuda3769]

Wind swept and interesting.

[@Jarahako1]

I totally see it.

[@chawalitD]

I thought he was Edward Norton at the beginning of the video 😅

[@Jarahako1]

I worked on an M81 McLaren #9 or #10. Can’t remember off the top of my head. I want to say this guy reached out looking to buy one. If it’s the same guy I’m glad he made his dream come true. They are truly unique and cool cars!!

[@themoscowcoupattempt]

Was it Orange or White? The #9 car is the White one.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Such a cool unique and obviously rare one to own

[@Jarahako1]

@@AutotopiaLA- Agreed. As always great videos!

[@Jarahako1]

⁠@@themoscowcoupattempt• so after watching this video I went into my files and found photos of the car I worked on. It was prototype #10. It was a bit of barn find. I have a lot of photos of it when I received it and during the work I did to it. Beautiful cars without a doubt.

[@themoscowcoupattempt]

@@Jarahako1Was that after it came out of the deceased owner’s collection in the Bay Area? I believe the #10 is in England now. Would love to find that one.

[@vinniecorleone62]

I remember this Mustang in magazines in the 80's! This was a genuine treat to watch & listen to!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Such a special unique one to get to shoot!

[@gordocarbo]

The 4 eyed stangs strike me as the 69 Camaro of Fords

[@vinniecorleone62]

@gordocarbo That's a excellent analogy.

[@jj980]

There's quite a few of these McLaren mustangs on KZbinr lately. Weird how something is rare but seem to have had a chunk of them pop up at same time. The one that's in magazine is getting redone by a KZbin car guy

[@Root1966]

Stoked you finally did a FoxBody. Couldn’t have picked a better one.

[@Louielou50]

He’s done a few foxbodys now

[@Root1966]

@@Louielou50 oh yea. Just searched and am watching the teal one now. Thanks man.

[@christophwilhelm6431]

I had one of the last foxes, a 93 5.0 lx fastback. I loved that thing.

[@swmann2]

I just bought a 93 with a Vortech V-1... People go crazy over it

[@gordocarbo]

Last few yrs were leaps and bounds better than the earlier ones Friend picked up a 90 or 91 Vert black it was noticeable quicker than my 86 and just nicer inside

[@christophwilhelm6431]

@@gordocarbo They could all use a suspension upgrade but the sefi was great. I worked with someone who took off the FI and carbed their late 80s 350 camaro. The lx was lighter than the gt and way lighter than an F body. He couldn't help but comment on the acceleration, even with a 3.73.

[@Jeezey]

The wheel fitment is on point!

[@gordocarbo]

Stance couldnt be more perfect!

[@kennethporter992]

This is the coolest car on location wherever it goes. There are probably other cars that match it's cool level, but I don't think it gets any cooler than this

[@budtackett8347]

scarlet and gold wheel combo is perfect !

[@mrglass6919]

The anxiety of the first initial couple hundred miles is no joke! Glad he wasn't afraid to talk about it!

[@AutotopiaLA]

He’s a cool guy and was completely honest about his current anxiety waiting for something to go wrong…and the car drove perfectly!

[@natelasaede8296]

Shawn you and Autotopia LA just keep knocking it out of the park, awesome !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you…my team kicks ass!!

[@BKetch]

That is such a cool car! I never knew they existed before this.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I found out about a year ago when I first saw pics of this one. Stoked we got to finally shoot it!

[@gordocarbo]

@@AutotopiaLA NEver knew about these either. Had an orange 5.0 Capri just to flip back then This car is super cool love everything about it. Think he oughta leave the straight axle, call it a day and run it up at Willow Springs!

[@slmmdgg]

friend had a Capri like this late 80's in High school. car ripped. brings back memories thanks

[@jeffreycurtisjr9195]

Probably best auto show on you tube

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank👊 you

[@jeffreycurtisjr9195]

@@AutotopiaLA anytime you know im a big supporter of the show ..

[@gordocarbo]

Agree..only one I watch anymore. Rest are timewasting clickbait

[@jeffreycurtisjr9195]

@@gordocarbo this and House of Muscle .. I like Mike Musto and Lenos garage

[@AutotopiaLA]

Definitely and I appreciate it 👊

[@kellymeade4587]

As a teenager of the 80s… I remember when this car came out, on that magazine cover! It has Beautiful lines and the 347 Blueprint engine is too sweet. Awesome suspension, can’t imagine it with IRS! This car is just pure, sexy! My buddy has a 408 Blueprint stroker, in his ‘69 Mach 1…. and he loves it. They make great engines!

[@avmelidor]

Outstanding rendition

[@1ls376]

Very cool. My pick for Featured Car this year.

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s a special one for sure

[@buickgnx007]

Wow, what a bad ass car!!!! tastefully done!!

[@genemounce8302]

I'm the proud 3rd owner of a 57k mile '92 Calypso 5.0 5spd hatch. LOVE this McLaren version!

[@gordocarbo]

Great color man. Put lotsa miles on it!

[@yamahaxs6501]

Four eye fox bodies all day long!

[@AJKLOS34]

Your editor does an amazing job. Great team

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks and I agree. He’s a badass

[@dbetts1573]

Best old car on the channel yet!

[@AutotopiaLA]

This is a special one

[@BP227]

I'm drooling over here. I love those old four headlight cars.

[@gordocarbo]

Same here...had a Capri 5.0 85 and 86 GT. Back then nobody wanted them I always thought they had a classic yet aggressive look.

[@mistersecret88]

Love this. Not overdone.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Class and a rare one

[@gordocarbo]

Agree....too many are or too personalized and come off as tacky or dated in a few yrs. This one has it all!

[@sardgt4]

So crazy this popped up. I just saw this car in Sherman oaks. I was going to give him a thumbs up but he was ahead of me

[@JürgenVatter-u8k]

Never thought i would enjoy a Fox Body Story ! Thumbs up from Germany

[@CyberDocUSA]

Loved the intro and @0:19 you made me smile with the music and video. Nicely synched with humorous elements. I'm not even a "mustang Guy" per se yet cannot help but love this little warthog of a machine. Wicked cool.

[@AutotopiaLA]

This thing is such a cool unique ride and story. Loved getting to shoot it!

[@corzinc]

I love that you guys always pull up with these unique cars. My mom used to work for California Mustang in city of industry, CA. I vividly remember seeing a poster of this car in there sales office. Crazy to actually see it in action, so freaking awesome!!!!

[@loganprice8998]

My old boss has one it's got like 40,000 miles on it original everything. It's a fun beautiful car

[@AutotopiaLA]

Wow! Thats awesome

[@John_Conner222]

In the 90s 5.0 foxbodies were everywhere. For every primered civic with a K&N air intake and chopped exhaust with a hack job sound system, there was a 5.0 foxbody.

[@AutotopiaLA]

But then there was this…slightly more rare

[@gordocarbo]

Was the same in the 80s, too. The term ricer was originally for that era of hondas lol.

[@carlobinda1127]

That's one badass machine and presentation; great job to all involved with this!!! 😎👍

[@Ironwind1972]

The mid late 80's is what revived the muscle car generation. Fox body's and Irocs. Even though the 5.0s only had 220 hp, they still ran mid to low 14's in the quarter mile. Some headers, heads, intake and slicks and your into the 12's.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love that he gave this a 347 stroker…perfect for this car imo

[@Ironwind1972]

@@AutotopiaLA Yeah for sure. When he mentioned 400hp (like that was bad), I was thinking that thing is an easy 12 second car. Perfect for the street and won't get away from ya. I miss the 80's, thanks for the nostalgia.

[@gordocarbo]

@@Ironwind1972 Agree...had a couple as a teen in the 80s and 400 is about right. Enough to have plenty of fun but not put you in a coffin.

[@gordocarbo]

@@Ironwind1972 Feel the same way....the troll post from kids think a bigger hp number means everything. For this chassis its just right. 12s back then was pretty fast for a st car even 13s was respectable

[@gordocarbo]

Depends on the track DA tires, driver. Most ran 15s but saw a few run times you mentioned. First thing I did when I got my 86 in 87 was run down to Galpin FOrd in Van Nuys and get their Ford racing book & burned up that visa!

[@calvincooley1074]

One of the rarest Foxes. I have the Monogram model of this.

[@AutotopiaLA]

So rare!! Very cool car

[@AJKLOS34]

Almost sounds like there’s a blowoff valve in it. Such a cool sounding SBF

[@AutotopiaLA]

Really cool sounding ride

[@BuildMyRide]

I noticed that also. Holley Snipers make a similar sound, that's probably what we're hearing.

[@25thAnnv]

I don't know if the owner will see this, but I am a foxbody specialist and have devoted thousands of hours of my life to making it perform in a manner similar to a 911. I fixed the steering system. I can tell you how to get rid of the "dead zone" dead center and the overall lack of feedback from the wheel. No more numbness. I'm not trying to sell anything. Just help a car guy. It is way way too much to type here.

[@themoscowcoupattempt]

I'm the owner. Please hit me up.

[@jwayne1202]

The stying was way ahead of its time the widebody looks amazing

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed. Such a killer design

[@gordocarbo]

This widebody is perfect! Not too much, flows well not tacky in the least

[@jasonthompson8479]

As a previous Ford technician back in the day and a FOXBODY FOR LIFE GUY... I LOVE THIS! Thanks for sharing. I wonder how many actually exist now!

[@user-cf1um5fr5u]

This is one of many Mustangs I want to get & collect from the early 60's to the latest

[@sickjohnson]

That is one rare pony car right there! WOW.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Super rare and so well done

[@alexander1485]

less rare now with all the modern bullshit he did to it.

[@gordocarbo]

@@alexander1485 Period correct for sure. Factory racing was popular then

[@blakeadams8570]

Thanks for this one, and thanks to the owner for sharing it. Growing up in Miami in the 80’s the IMSA look was hot. So many widebody examples, so many shops doing it then. To see one done with a good mix modern parts and staying period correct. Glad he didn’t add wiper spoilers like so many did then!

[@AutotopiaLA]

He did this car with taste and class

[@tresreys]

There are over 470 comments, has anyone asked What Exhaust system is on this McLaren Mustang? 2 1/2 pipe or 3 inch pipes, Mufflers / brand, etc.???? Sound really great and brings music to my ears!!

[@themoscowcoupattempt]

My car. 2.5 inch stainless with custom x-pipe. Magnaflow mufflers w/ 3 inch tips.

[@JohnWinslowjr7391]

This car is sick

[@mike4fo]

Bad ass episode digging the fox !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks and I love this thing!

[@JpJp-ks1cz]

Finally some Fox body action awesome!

[@AutotopiaLA]

We’ve done a couple others but this is by far the most rare & unique one we’ve shot

[@ramoncedre5792]

I Love Mustangs, Thats a great complementary Story of Mustang Models that I never seen or heard of, Thanks for all that details!!...

[@RaiderX948]

First saw this concept on a poster in the mid-80's and haven't seen it again until now, very cool.

[@gregoryfranks7347]

I thought he looked familiar he's got a really really famous custom turbo g body 911. I hate the term "outlaw" but that's what it would be considered. no wonder this is so spot on. its the same as has 911, everything you'd want done is done and the cool factor is thru the fucking roof!! just a killer car just as cool as his g body. im a turbo Porsche fanatic and I used to race foxbodies. this just reminds me of my factory order quad light '86 gt with to stickers or emblems from the factory in black. I love these cars. outstanding build bro!! cheers

[@AutotopiaLA]

Derek does his cars right! This is a special one

[@themoscowcoupattempt]

I appreciate this comment immensely. Hope to get Shawn in my 911 soon.

[@duane9707]

Nice ride. Glad to see he wasn't afraid to upgrade the drive train and suspension.

[@gordocarbo]

Lots spent on the suspension I bet it handles super well

[@maflingo42]

Best fox body build ever. Makes me want one. Let’s see it with a little more juice and that IRS :)

[@AutotopiaLA]

This is such a badass and rare one! Loved getting to drive and ride in it

[@gordocarbo]

Any more power he would have a tough time getting it to the ground. Has to make well over 400 ft lbs

[@SC-mq1eh]

Makes me luv Fox body Stang's even more!

[@davebarron5939]

Great car, these and the 3rd gen F bodies were really light, and perfect for resto-mods today.

[@denissh9478]

Wow, these roling shots are great 8:12

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks…the team is killing it!

[@chrisbennett812]

In the early 80’s I owned a ‘79 Mustang with the Cobra package. When the local Ford dealer was paid a visit by the McLaren team I naturally had to check it out. I never knew what happened to it until now. Thanks for sharing!

[@PowerstrokeSynd]

I like how they intro music was cut from hoonigan videos and Mr Zachary just dropped a video with the same Mustang. Its a badass ride for sure!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Zac and I thought it would cool to release both our videos on the same day. His is badass!

[@PowerstrokeSynd]

@@AutotopiaLA You two should do a video together!

[@M5E39_03]

Bro that’s so cleannnnn

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love it!

[@jrmotorsports55]

Seriously love this car. Shame they did not make more. Great body kit. This one is a beauty!

[@ccc3350]

Love this video. First new car I ever bought was a Mustang. 79 4cyl Holley with a header from factory. Paid $5000. Drove the wheels off it.

[@Dbomb81]

Its obviously fox body, but it’s amazing how much the 3rd gen Camaros looked the same. The set back headlights. The front clip, the nascar inspired spoiler.

[@Invincibletro]

I appreciate that you never broke the speed limit.

[@vicchavez6570]

I had an 85 , my first car

[@Polo22546]

💪🏾

[@bottv9249]

I could listen to her sing ALL DAY❤

[@gordocarbo]

Mega. Bitchin. Dude! This is how you widebody a car, no generic rivet crap from Ebay View of the rear of these cars til 80s has a muscular/classic appearance even back then. Wheels are similar to the Enkeis we ran back then. Perfect, not too much no shortcuts either

[@nickmorris9383]

I know for a fact 1 of these came to Los Gatos, California because I saw it in person on the showroom floor in Orange and matte black in 1980.....it was a McLaren Mustang, not a Merc Capri.

[@Robert-xl4ye]

I never was fan of the Fox body!! But this thing is awesome!! Congrats to the owner!! and Sean, thanks for bring us this video!! 👌🏻✨😎✌🏻

[@AutotopiaLA]

Glad you enjoyed it. This is a special one

[@jakeblack4095]

That's a really bad ass rare car. Video was sic! Just needed Van Halen Jump! Nice job guys really nice job

[@AutotopiaLA]

VH would’ve been cool. Love this car! Such a rare unique one

[@AA-yx2kf]

Perfect! Just Perfect!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Totally agree

[@ecc5119]

A Capri with a Mustang hatch/glass . Well done

[@clintkeene1146]

I wish I could do a 1992 Pontiac Firebird Firehawk. My ultimate dream. But now that I am fully disabled at 49 years old and can’t work to get the money anymore to do my dream and live to drive one someday. My ultimate dream has become a long lost dream that will never be possible now. Awesome mustang brother. Love the videos. Awesome rides.

[@andycombo]

What an INCREDIBLE car. Thank you for sharing this hide jewel 💎. She reminds me the Maserati Shamal…

[@rocomass6366]

Soooo cool 😎

[@itsdeeperthancars2173]

Foxes are my favorite cars. That fox is easily one of my top 3 favorite cars on the channel.

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s a special one for sure. Can’t wait til we get ours done with Ruffian Cars building it!

[@itsdeeperthancars2173]

@@AutotopiaLA yes, can't wait to see the finished product.

[@eb5151]

Car is so sweet doesn't get any better than that

[@mrnextlevel]

I like the fender flares. Look different unique

[@72fasterthanyou]

What a beautiful build! I love the wide body look on a fox body Mustang.

[@stevenparker6415]

The best Gbody look. The world needs more of these. 3d scan that thing, market the kits- so they live on

[@1deep7]

Clean ass ride

[@leelashbrooks8780]

This is perfection!!!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed

[@leelashbrooks8780]

@@AutotopiaLA your channel is the best for us gen xers

[@-DC-]

When all hope was lost the Fox Body stood tall ❤

[@user-ft2md2gd4s]

This has to be the most unknown of the rare cars ever and it’s amazing.

[@panteraroman7568]

Sick FOXBODY 🔥

[@AutotopiaLA]

Definitely

[@giovannigiorgio514]

Man you're the best guy in the world !!❤❤

[@howardmckenna]

That's mega! That's a beautiful Foxbody. The enhancements really do enhance!

[@SSMOTORSPORTS]

Such a beast car🙌🏿

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love it!

[@Flavorsonlyyy]

They needa remake this kit , RIGHT NOW!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

That would be sick!

[@adventuresandstuff]

What a beauty in great shape!

[@wolfthornhawkridge5705]

Nothing but love for the push rod engine and fox body! Bad @$$

[@mortem-tyrannis]

Beautiful design, love the flairs, hood, ect.

[@nickp701]

This channel is definitely dope best cars and people keep rocking out the sweet footage.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you! Love the work my team does

[@wadesnider5218]

Awesome. Same style and color of my first car. Red 79 stang

[@Ccm10000]

Amazing Mustang and memories 🔥😎

[@faampie]

stunning looking car

[@20vtechnik]

Love this car.

[@kenxiong6830]

How do you keep finding these muscle car gems?!!! Looks amazing. It’s what mad max would drive if he was a street racer. It’s got lots of IMSA vibes. Great work AutoTopiaLA!

[@AutotopiaLA]

SoCal is bottomless on great vehicles. This one is such a rare badass!

[@kenxiong6830]

@@AutotopiaLA SoCal has always been the home of hotrodding and will continue to be.

[@venom8008]

thoroughly enjoyed this one. I love your presentations overall, and this one put it right on top 👏 Amazing looking Fox, well done!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you and this is such a special rare car

[@DanielKeller-sf4bw]

erinnert mich an König Special : over the top but great and never gets old

[@briandentguy3403]

Insanely cool and very intriguing build!

[@tonyorrico2269]

This guy is a cool dude!!..car is done nice!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Really cool and did this car right

[@tonyorrico2269]

100% bro!

[@ericmcelroy6970]

Ah geez…!! Love this. The guy did everything right and such a cool rare base that he built it on. Growing up in the 80s I loved these cars. They didn’t have high horsepower but the power to weight ratio made them super competitive with my 340 Duster. The 5spd 5liters could give me a run for my money.