When the UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid CF and Club Atlético de Madrid kicks off on May 24 it will also mark a moment for which Ford Mustang fans in the UK have been waiting a very long time.y
Ford has announced that the first 500 new Mustang models for Europe will be made available to reserve from the start of the game.
Ford has been an official UEFA Champions League partner since 1992. This year the final in Lisbon, Portugal, is expected to attract a Europe-wide audience of 70 million football fans and 165 million people around the world.
“The arrival of the new Ford Mustang in Europe is an event that deserves the biggest possible stage,” said Roelant de Waard, vice president, Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford of Europe. “We hope that making the first models available to order from the start of the final will ensure a reach which matches the significance.”
Both fastback and convertible Mustang models are available; the fastback in Race Red and the convertible in Magnetic Silver; and can be equipped with Ford’s all-new 2.3-litre EcoBoost that has a projected output of more than 309PS and 407Nm of torque; or the 5.0 litre V8 engine – with more than 426PS and 529Nm of torque.
They will also offer Ford’s SYNC 2 connectivity and navigation system; heated and ventilated seats; Park Assist; black leather trim; chrome detailing; and 19in alloy wheels.
Consumers can visit www.ford.com to view information, graphics and videos about the new Mustang and the iconic car’s 50-year heritage. During the match they will have the chance to register their details for an opportunity to purchase one of the 500 models that will include a special package and a limited-edition certificate.
The new Ford Mustang will be the first ever to be officially made available in the UK in right-hand drive when it goes on sale next year.
Ford of Europe is responsible for producing, selling and servicing Ford brand vehicles in 50 individual markets and employs approximately 47,000 employees at its wholly owned facilities and approximately 67,000 people when joint ventures and unconsolidated businesses are included. In addition to Ford Motor Credit Company, Ford Europe operations include Ford Customer Service Division and 22 manufacturing facilities (13 wholly owned or consolidated joint venture facilities and nine unconsolidated joint venture facilities). The first Ford cars were shipped to Europe in 1903 – the same year Ford Motor Company was founded. European production started in 1911. For more information regarding Ford’s products, please visit www.ford.co.uk
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