Ford build one-off 2015 Mustang convertible for charity

Ford will build a one-of-a-kind 2015 Mustang 50 Years Limited Edition convertible, as part of its longstanding support of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, with the charity raffling off the car in the US summer.

The car, which will feature some of the content from the 50 Year Limited Edition fastback, will be presented as part of the annual Woodward Dream Cruise in Michigan, with the winner announced on Aug. 16, 2014.

"We're thrilled to be able to work with and help The National MS Society again," said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, global product development.

"As pleased as we are to be able to help financially with the Society's No Opportunity Wasted research project, we also feel it's important to help raise greater awareness of this terrific program. That we're creating one - and only one - Mustang GT 50 Years convertible for the Society shows how much we respect and support their efforts."

The one-off MS charity raffle convertible will be among the first regular production 2015 Mustang GT convertibles built in the US autumn. Power will come from a 5.0-litre V8 generating more than 420hp (309kW) and more than 390 lb/ft. (528Nm+) of torque, paired with a six-speed manual transmission.

The giveaway car will be the only 2015 Mustang convertible built with a special performance pack that includes 19-inch Pirelli P-Zero summer tyres, Brembo six-piston painted front brake calipers and a limited-slip diff.

Like the recently announced 50 Year Limited Edition fastback, the convertible features a number of unique elements that distinguish it from other 2015 Mustangs:
_ Wimbledon White exterior paint
_ Chrome-accented grille with corralled pony emblem
_ Chrome accents around the tri-bar taillamp lenses
_ Axle spin-finish aluminum instrument panel trim
_ Rear decklid badge with "GT 50 Years" identification
_ Two-tone cashmere and black leather seats
_ Contrasting cashmere stitching on instrument panel, steering wheel, shift boot, door inserts and seats
_ Loop-carpet floor mats with cashmere stitching and suede binding
_ 19-inch Y-spoke wheels inspired by the chrome steel wheels offered on original Mustang
_ Owner's guide in a leather portfolio with "50 Years" badge on the outside

This special Mustang also includes a badge on the instrument panel, engraved with the signature of Ford Motor Company Executive Chairman Bill Ford, and serial number 0001 of 0001.

A limited number of raffle tickets are on sale now and can be purchased through National MS Society, Michigan Chapter and Ford Motor Company, while supplies last. Tickets are $20 each. Ticket requests can be placed online anytime at www.ford4ms.com. The website doesn't indicate if overseas entries are not permitted, but a thorough read of the Ts and Cs is advised.

The National MS Society advise that the winner does not need to be present when the lucky ticket is drawn at the Woodward Dream Cruise. The winner is responsible for title, taxes and registration.