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Body Styles (compare years, go back to 1980 summary information)

Coupe

Hatchback

The 1980 Mustang saw significant improvements in fuel economy, thanks to the engine that matched the new lighter and more aerodynamic Fox body introduced the previous year. The base inline-4 engine received a 23% fuel economy improvement, while the mid-1979 improved 200ci straight-6 engine remained. Just like when the Mustang II was introduced, the 302ci (5.0-liter) V8 engine was dropped.

The Cobra option now included a unique aerodynamic front and rear end similar to the 1979 Pace Car replica. The Ghia options package was offered for both the coupe and hatchback models. With the GT options package last offered in 1969 and the Mach 1 last offered in 1978, Ford organized the Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) group to build up special racing versions and create kits of bolt-on parts that the car owner could install for road and track use in IMSA or SCCA events . The Ford McLaren Mustang was also introduced later in 1980 with an emphasis on style and performance. ASC McLaren officially offered Mustang convertibles until 1987.

The colors didn't change significantly in 1980 compared to 1979, but the use of a two-tone (above and below the body side molding) factory paint was offered with nearly every color. The momentum of the Fox body remained high with 271,322 cars built, which was a significant improvement over the previous year's sales numbers. This was a testament to Ford's successful bet on the Fox body and option packages.

Grille Styles (compare years)

1980 Grille

Rear Styles (compare years)

1980 Rear View

Special Models (compare years)

Mustang Ghia
The 1980 Ghia luxury group continued to be offered on the coupe and hatchback. The Ghia package included full wrap around black body side molding with argent gray inserts; high back vinyl seats with European styled headrests, turbine wheel covers, and Ghia badges on the decklid.

Mustang Cobra
The 1980 Mustang Cobra package included an aerodynamic front and rear end. This package option was so significant that its cost was $1482, with the Cobra hood graphics costing an additional $88. The Cobra package was patterned off the 1979 pace car model and came with dual sport mirrors, sport tuned exhaust with bright tailpipe extensions, forged metric aluminum wheels, special instrument cluster, 8000 rpm tachometer, and a turbocharged 255ci, 4.2 liter, V8 engine. This car has optional rear quarter window louvers which cover the lower window "Cobra" lettered decal. See our 1980 Cobra Data Explorer for more information.

SVO M81 McLaren Mustang
In 1980 the Ford Racing design team introduced the SVO M81 McLaren Mustang which had aerodynamic body modifications, custom wheels, custom interior, and racing tuned turbo charged in-line 4-cylinder engine. 7 prototype metal body versions were built and 243 fiberglass versions for $25,000 each.

Other Special Models
We also have information on the 1979-82 IMSA Mustang Race Car. In our book there is the 1980 Intermeccanica Mustang Cabrio.

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