Vaughn Gittin Jr. RTR package now available for 2011 Mustang

Vaughn Gittin Jr. is the ace drifter known for driving and loving Ford Mustangs, which makes his name a prime candidate for being turned into a special edition Mustang.

The new RTR package boasts new shocks and springs that lower the car around 1.5 inches. Wheels are 19 inch and are wrapped in Falken FK452 tires. The suspension also sports a larger rear sway bar, and brakes include slotted rotors.

Performance upgrades include a K&N filter, Ford Racing ECU tune, and mufflers, which are good for 9 extra horsepower over the base model.

On the outside, the RTR features a front splitter, rear aluminum spoiler, and a nice graphics package. The interior has the normal various array of badges all over the place. Price? The whole package will set you back $7895.



Press Release

NEW VAUGHN GITTIN JR.-INSPIRED MUSTANG RTR PACKAGE DELIVERS PERFORMANCE, APPEARANCE

SUMMARY
Mustang RTR, a new dealer-installed package for the 2011 Ford Mustang, delivers performance and appearance upgrades for spirited driving. The package was introduced by Vaughn Gittin Jr., driver of the Monster Energy/Falken Tire 2011 Mustang GT in the Formula Drift series
The RTR package comes complete with Ford Racing M Falken FK-452 tires, unique 19-inch wheels, and RTR-exclusive interior details and striping scheme, and is available at select dealerships
The introduction of Mustang RTR also plays off the success Gittin is enjoying on the Formula Drift circuit. Winner of the season-opening Long Beach event and runner-up in Atlanta, he has a significant points lead in this year's Formula Drift championship

CONTEXT / BACKGROUND
Professional driver Vaughn Gittin Jr. knows what Mustangs can do – and he wanted to share that knowledge with Mustang enthusiasts who appreciate the car's power and capability. Mustang RTR is Gittin Jr.'s vision for introducing a new generation of owners to Mustang, while catering to traditional Mustang enthusiasts. He helped develop the RTR package, which provides performance and appearance upgrades, to allow pony car lovers to make the most of their driving experience.

DETAILS

The 2011 Ford Mustang is known for its incredible performance and impressive looks, and now there's a new package that takes those qualities one step further – Mustang RTR. The dealer-installed package from Vaughn Gittin Jr., driver of the Monster Energy/Falken Tire 2011 Mustang GT in Formula Drift, and Ford Racing Performance Parts, is aimed toward a new generation of Mustang owners.


The performance upgrade comes with Ford Racing calibration with a high-flow filter and high-performance Falken FK-452 tires, which offer precise handling from five linear ribs and three-dimensional rounded blocks. Stiffer, wide steel belts offer greater tread rigidity, superior grip and high-speed stability, and high-tension carcass and high turn-up construction increase handling response and high-speed stability.

Other performance upgrades include:
Unique Mustang RTR 19x9.5-inch wheels
Ford Racing mufflers
Ford Racing handling pack (performance-tuned dampers, bars and springs)

Mustang RTR commands attention with unique styling that is highlighted by a chin spoiler with splitter and supports, rocker splitters, a rear diffuser and aluminum rear spoiler. A distinctive Mustang RTR stripe scheme adds more distinction. The interior showcases RTR-exclusive floor mats, shifter knob and emblems.

The package was designed and manufactured in partnership with Michigan-based Classic Design Concepts, which has a reputation for quality and style. The Mustang RTR package is available at select dealerships for the 2011 Mustang GT. A Mustang V-6 package will be available in late 2010. For more information on the Mustang RTR package, visit www.mustangrtr.com.

Taking the lead
The introduction of Mustang RTR also plays off the success Gittin is enjoying in Formula Drift, with a significant lead in the championship point standings. Driving the Monster Energy/ Falken Tire 2011 Ford Mustang GT, Gittin took first place at the opening competition in Long Beach, Calif., and most recently placed second at Road Atlanta.

QUOTE

"Vaughn's goal was to introduce an exciting new package to the Mustang world that resonates with both the younger audience and with traditional muscle car enthusiasts as well. Mustang RTR achieves that goal with ease and illustrates how universal Mustang's appeal is."
– Mickey Matus, Ford Performance Group marketing manager

RTR-X Mustang to debut at 2010 SEMA

Vaughn Gittin Jr. is known for his ability to drive Mustangs sideways, as he is a leading driver in Formula Drift. But Vaughn has also been busy trying to launch his own car brand - RTR. The first car we saw from RTR was at last year's SEMA show, the RTR-C.

The follow up to the RTR-C is coming to this year's SEMA, and is dubbed the RTR-X. The car is a collaboration between the Need for Speed franchise and is based on a 1969 Mustang. Purists need not worry, as the body is a Dynacorn replacement shell. The RTR-X is powered by a 2011 Mustang 5.0 V8, and features a one off subframe.

You can follow along as the car is being built in the meantime.

SEMA 2009: Vaughn Gittin's carbon fiber Mustang

Of all the Mustangs present at SEMA, Vaughn Gittin's was certainly unique. In fact it was certainly one of a kind, as it's body is made out of carbon fiber, which helps the car weight a mere 3,350 pounds. That's a substantial 400-500 pound savings over a stock GT Mustang.

Attention to detail on the car is astounding. The best news is, a wealthy few will be able to own their own carbon fiber Mustang, as Vaughn will be selling a limited run of just 10 RTR-C Mustangs for $135,000.

Video: 2010 Ford Mustang breaks longest drift record

Drifting is a Japanese sport. Or at least it was. It's only natural that big, V8 powered, rear wheel drive American cars have burst on the scene. They are just great drifting machines.

As if the 2010 Ford Mustang doesn't have enough hype preceding it as it is, one has just claimed the world's longest drift record to boot. Vaughn Gittin Jr. piloted a 2010 GT to the record at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway with a two minute drift taking 6,285 feet, or 1.19 miles to complete.