Tickford Bathurst '77 Special Ford Mustang: A Rare and Iconic Tribute to Australian Motorsport
This 2017 Tickford Bathurst ’77 Special Mustang is an exceptional example of one of Australia’s most exclusive limited-edition Mustangs. Officially created to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Allan Moffat and Colin Bond’s legendary 1-2 victory at the 1977 Hardie-Ferodo 1000, this special edition pays homage to a golden era of Australian motorsport.
Unlike typical factory models, Ford did not offer these Mustangs pre-made. Instead, the Bathurst ’77 Special was a high-performance conversion package, priced at $64,500, for customer-owned 2017 Mustang GTs. Factoring in the base car, the total cost easily exceeded $100,000.
Exterior
The exterior is a striking tribute to Moffat’s famous XC Falcon hardtop. It features an iconic stripe kit, Bathurst circuit badges, and Moffat’s number 1 proudly displayed on the bonnet and roof, ensuring its connection to the racing legend. This particular Mustang, number 33 of only 40 built, holds extra significance as it was a special order to match Moffat's sponsor, Brut 33.
Performance
Under the bonnet, the standard 5.0-litre Coyote V8 engine is transformed with a Roush supercharger, boosting power from 306 kW/530 Nm to a staggering 542 kW/827 Nm. Enhancements include:
Sales History
Since 2017, the Tickford Bathurst ’77 Special has commanded significant prices. A handful of early examples sold for upwards of $120,000. In 2019, the very first car off the production line was sold for over $200,000. Given the rarity, collectability, and increasing demand for limited-edition V8 muscle cars, this Mustang is poised to appreciate significantly in value. Tickford Bathurst '77 Special Ford Mustang: A Rare and Iconic Tribute to Australian Motorsport
This 2017 Tickford Bathurst ’77 Special Mustang is an exceptional example of one of Australia’s most exclusive limited-edition Mustangs. Officially created to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Allan Moffat and Colin Bond’s legendary 1-2 victory at the 1977 Hardie-Ferodo 1000, this special edition pays homage to a golden era of Australian motorsport.
Unlike typical factory models, Ford did not offer these Mustangs pre-made. Instead, the Bathurst ’77 Special was a high-performance conversion package, priced at $64,500, for customer-owned 2017 Mustang GTs. Factoring in the base car, the total cost easily exceeded $100,000.
Exterior
The exterior is a striking tribute to Moffat’s famous XC Falcon hardtop. It features an iconic stripe kit, Bathurst circuit badges, and Moffat’s number 1 proudly displayed on the bonnet and roof, ensuring its connection to the racing legend. This particular Mustang, number 33 of only 40 built, holds extra significance as it was a special order to match Moffat's sponsor, Brut 33.
Performance
Under the bonnet, the standard 5.0-litre Coyote V8 engine is transformed with a Roush supercharger, boosting power from 306 kW/530 Nm to a staggering 542 kW/827 Nm. Enhancements include:
Sales History
Since 2017, the Tickford Bathurst ’77 Special has commanded significant prices. A handful of early examples sold for upwards of $120,000. In 2019, the very first car off the production line was sold for over $200,000. Given the rarity, collectability, and increasing demand for limited-edition V8 muscle cars, this Mustang is poised to appreciate significantly in value.
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