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Revology introduces a brand-new 1960s Mustang

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Revology shows its Mustang that blends old and new at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Scarpello calls his car a postmodern interpretation of the original Mustang
MacPherson strut suspension up front, three-link in back
The Revology Mustang includes an LED-lit instrument panel
Revology interior close-up
The Revology features LED tail lamps
Revology offers both convertible and fastback models
The Revology starts with a Ford-licensed Mustang body
Revology updates the round headlights with LEDs
Classic 1960s flair, modern drive
Revology Mustang close-up
Revology Mustang close-up
The Revology Mustang is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 from the 1990s
Revology Mustang close-up
The Revology's steel body is built by Dynacorn
The Revology includes a 3.70 limited slip rear axle
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
The Revology includes remote keyless entry
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Interior updates include Bluetooth, power door locks, power seats and a tilt steering column
Revology Mustang detail
Revology Mustang detail
A look at the fully remanufactured 5.0-liter V8
The original Mustang gets new life
A look at the fully remanufactured 5.0-liter V8
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
"We take an OEM approach to the construction of the Revology Mustang replicas," says Revology technical director Dan Maas
Other updates include four wheel disc brakes, a dual chamber master cylinder, radial tires, rack three-point seat belts, and a fuel pump inertia shut-off switch
A look inside the Revology Mustang
A look inside the Revology Mustang
A look inside the Revology Mustang
Revology shows its Mustang that blends old and new at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Scarpello calls his car a postmodern interpretation of the original Mustang
MacPherson strut suspension up front, three-link in back
The Revology Mustang includes an LED-lit instrument panel
Revology interior close-up
The Revology features LED tail lamps
Revology offers both convertible and fastback models
The Revology starts with a Ford-licensed Mustang body
Revology updates the round headlights with LEDs
Classic 1960s flair, modern drive
Revology Mustang close-up
Revology Mustang close-up
The Revology Mustang is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 from the 1990s
Revology Mustang close-up
The Revology's steel body is built by Dynacorn
The Revology includes a 3.70 limited slip rear axle
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
The Revology includes remote keyless entry
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Interior updates include Bluetooth, power door locks, power seats and a tilt steering column
Revology Mustang detail
Revology Mustang detail
A look at the fully remanufactured 5.0-liter V8
The original Mustang gets new life
A look at the fully remanufactured 5.0-liter V8
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
"We take an OEM approach to the construction of the Revology Mustang replicas," says Revology technical director Dan Maas
Other updates include four wheel disc brakes, a dual chamber master cylinder, radial tires, rack three-point seat belts, and a fuel pump inertia shut-off switch
A look inside the Revology Mustang
A look inside the Revology Mustang
A look inside the Revology Mustang
Revology shows its Mustang that blends old and new at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
Revology shows its Mustang at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
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We've seen a lot of boutique revivalists in the auto industry in recent years, companies that revive true-to-original or retro-inspired car bodies with advanced modern powertrain and cabin technologies. Over the course of 2014 and 2015, we've taken a look at the classic-Mustang-inspired Equus Bass, the all-electric Shelby-based Renovo Coupe, and now the Revology Mustang. This post-modern reinterpretation of the iconic first-generation Mustang includes a full suite of the latest features.

Boutique revivalist automakers like Equus, Renovo and Revology attempt to update the original beauty of car design with the latest in technology, creating a unique classic-meets-modern driving experience marketed at discerning drivers and collectors, men and women that have owned or could easily own the original specimens but prefer something that drives and feels a bit more up to date.

Equus fills out its own heavily-Mustang-influenced, classically styled muscle car with a 640-hp V8 engine and an elegant modern interior. And Renovo takes it one step further in outfitting an officially licensed Shelby Cobra with a 500-hp all-electric powertrain and cutting-edge, high-powered infotainment system. The looks that have stood the test of time meet the very latest in power, handling, comfort and driver interfacing.

Revology sounds like it might allude to the science of engine revving, but it's actually an amalgamation of "re-engineering" and "evolution." The Florida-based company defines its mission as applying "modern technology to make classic vehicles better." Its Mustang replica, which made its debut at the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance earlier this month, isn't quite as extreme as the Equus Bass or Renovo Coupe, but it definitely follows the same formula of classic looks meets modern technology.

"It is easy to see why the original Mustang is a classic. Fifty years later, it still looks great from any angle," opines Revology founder Tom Scarpello. "But automotive technology has advanced a lot in 50 years, and from a functional perspective, these old cars are truly outdated. At Revology, we keep the style and character of the original car, while seamlessly integrating modern technology and materials to improve performance, safety, reliability, and comfort."

The Revology Mustang is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 from the 1990s

Scarpello formerly worked as the head of Ford’s Special Vehicle Team, so it's not so surprising that his first car project at Revology is a Mustang. It all starts with an authentically styled all-steel body licensed from Ford and produced by Dynacorn. The only modifications from the original design are those required for accommodating new components and ride improvements.

"We didn’t take any liberties with the styling," says Scarpello. "You can literally unbolt a piece from a Revology Mustang replica and bolt it to an original Mustang and it will fit.”

Below the classic body, the Revology Mustang takes a sharp turn away from the mid 60s, starting with a remanufactured 1990s-era fuel-injected Ford 5.0-liter V8 under the hood. The engine is governed by a modern electronic management system and mated to either an automatic or manual transmission. Other mechanical upgrades include MacPherson strut front suspension, three-link rear suspension, power four wheel disc brakes, and power rack and pinion steering. The car also includes LED lighting, a collapsible steering column and side intrusion beams for enhanced safety.

A look inside the Revology Mustang

The Revology cabin is upgraded with many of the latest technologies and creature comforts. The driver pops open the doors with remote keyless entry, then grabs a seat behind an LED-lit gauge cluster with LCD message center. The car includes Bluetooth connectivity, standard AC, and optional USB and auxiliary jacks. The playful power windows operate by pushing/pulling the classic window crank. Power seats, a tilt steering column and interior trunk release round out the package.

Revology has opened up its order books and is offering the Mustang in both convertible and fastback styles starting at US$119,500. Options include leather seats, a premium audio system and a wood grain console. Purchase includes a one-year, unlimited mileage bumper-to-bumper warranty, three-year powertrain warranty, and five-year rust and corrosion warranty. Deliveries will begin in about a year's time.

Revology also offers overhauls of original Mustangs and other classic vehicles. It plans to offer additional modernized replica models in the future.

Source: Revology

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14 comments
Bob
They might have had me for half that price but only if they fixed the "burn you alive" gas tank that was the original trunk floor with no panel between the trunk and the passenger compartment.
LikelyLad
Wonderful.
The Skud
I can see the insurance jobbies loving the fact that they do not mention airbags! Now if they will only produce an R/H drive version for the rest of the world ...
Mac McDougal
I'm so happy Revology is trying to make this work. My own list of cars that should be revived/re-engineered includes the Triumph TR3, Mercedes 190 SL, Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, Austin Healey 3000. The expensive way they've chosen is cool for the car-chaeological set, but wouldn't it be even better (and cheaper) to revive these babies as EVs?
Stephen N Russell
produce some for rent too, be awesome to rent a classic 66 Tang
Len Simpson
Shoulda done a 67 "Bullitt" fastback instead.
Kpar
OK, when are they going to do this with the 65-69 Corvair?
Timey
The side silver accents on the side panel behind the door identify it as the original 1966 Mustang. For the first three years Ford changed those side accents (one year had no metal accents)
lwesson
Nice! I was day dreaming just yesterday of my '66 Lemans Pontiac when I found the Dealership Brochure that Dad got in order tailor design his new car and I thought about how this classic design could benefit from the tires on up...
Instrumentation could be vastly improved. Gas mileage? Surely 14 MPG or so could be put into the high 30's. Thank you Chris for snagging this info.
Lbrewer42
I have always said if a manufacturer would go back to creating the classic styles, they could make a lot of money. But unfortunately when they do... they make the cost prohibitive.
Can you imagine a remake of the 57 Chevy (upgraded machanics), if someone would make it for a normal car price? I think the market would go nuts.