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30 Ultra-Rare Mustangs You’ll Never See on the Road

Cameron Eittreim January 29, 2025

Not all Mustangs are the same. While millions have been made, some are so rare that most people will never see one in person. These Mustangs were built in small numbers, often for racing or as special editions. They have become prized collector’s items, locked away in garages and museums. If you ever spot one, consider yourself lucky—these Mustangs are legends of speed and power!

The Ultimate Track Weapon: 1965 Shelby GT350R

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Only 34 units of the 1965 Shelby GT350R were produced, making it one of the rarest Mustangs in history. Designed for racing, it featured a high-performance 289ci V8 engine, a lightweight body, and track-ready suspension. This Mustang dominated SCCA racing at the time, which was a first for Ford.

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Snake in the Grass: 1967 Shelby GT500 Super Snake

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A true one-of-one Mustang, the 1967 Shelby GT500 Super Snake was built as a high-speed tire test vehicle for Goodyear. Equipped with a 427ci V8 from the Ford GT40, this car had a top speed exceeding 150 mph. Its rarity makes it one of the most valuable Mustangs ever.

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The Drag Strip Monster: 1968 Mustang 428 Cobra Jet Lightweight

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Only 50 factory drag race cars were built with the 428 Cobra Jet Lightweight package. Ford designed these Mustangs for NHRA competition, featuring a stripped-down interior and improved engine cooling. With a quarter-mile time in the 13-second range, these cars became instant collector’s items.

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NASCAR-Inspired Power: 1969 Boss 429

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With just 859 units built, the 1969 Boss 429 is one of the most sought-after Mustangs ever. Ford developed this car to meet NASCAR homologation requirements, equipping it with a massive 429ci V8. The Boss 429’s aggressive design and race-ready powertrain make it a legend in muscle car history.

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The Road Racer’s Dream: 1970 Mustang Boss 302 Trans Am

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A limited-production homologation special, the 1970 Mustang Boss 302 Trans Am was built for SCCA racing. Featuring a high-revving 302ci V8 and aggressive suspension tuning, this Mustang was designed for handling and speed. Its low production numbers and racing pedigree make it highly desirable.

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Super Cobra Jet Power: 1971 Mustang Mach 1 429

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Few Mustangs were built with the 429 Super Cobra Jet package in 1971, making it exceptionally rare. The Super Cobra Jet version added an oil cooler and performance upgrades, making this Mach 1 one of the most powerful Mustangs of its era. The Cobra Jet blew the doors open for Mustang performance.

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A Mustang Built with McLaren: 1980 McLaren M81 Mustang

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A collaboration between Ford and McLaren, only 10 McLaren M81 Mustangs were built. Designed as a turbocharged, high-performance street car, it featured unique bodywork, suspension upgrades, and a lightweight chassis. Its extreme rarity makes it a prized collector’s item.

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A Milestone Celebration: 1984 20th Anniversary Mustang GT350

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Ford celebrated 20 years of Mustang production with a limited-edition GT350. Only 5,260 units were produced, featuring special badging and performance upgrades. This anniversary model remains a favorite among Mustang enthusiasts. The 1984 celebration models are not only rare but they are also very fast.

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Race-Ready from the Factory: 1993 SVT Cobra R

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Ford built just 107 examples of the 1993 SVT Cobra R, a race-ready Mustang with weight-saving measures and upgraded suspension. It was developed for road racing and track events, making it one of the rarest SVT Mustangs. The 1993 SVT Cobra was the pinnacle of Mustang design and innovation.

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The Track-Only Beast: 1995 SVT Cobra R

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With only 250 units built, the 1995 SVT Cobra R was another track-focused Mustang. It featured a 5.8L Windsor V8 and aggressive aerodynamic enhancements, solidifying its reputation as a true performance machine. The 1995 SVT Cobra R built on the already high performance of the Mustang.

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Built for Speed: 2000 SVT Cobra R

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The 2000 SVT Cobra R was a high-performance track car, with only 300 units built. It featured a 5.4L naturally aspirated V8 producing 385 horsepower, upgraded suspension, and aggressive aerodynamics, making it a rare gem in Mustang history. The 2000 SVT Cobra R was instrumental in film and media for the Mustang.

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A Rare Color Makes History: 2004 Mustang Mach 1 in Competition Orange

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A rare color option for the 2004 Mach 1, only a few hundred units were produced in Competition Orange. This final-year Mach 1 is highly sought after due to its limited availability and powerful 4.6L DOHC V8 engine. The Mach 1 was just one of the popular Mustang models during the 2000s.

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A Track-Only Icon: 2012 Boss 302 Laguna Seca

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Ford built only 750 units of the 2012 Boss 302 Laguna Seca, a hardcore track-focused version of the Boss 302. With its enhanced suspension, aggressive aero package, and rear-seat delete, this Mustang was built for serious performance. The Boss 302 Laguna Seca was a track icon for Ford.

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Factory Drag Racer: 2013 Ford Racing Mustang Cobra Jet

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Limited to just 50 units, the 2013 Mustang Cobra Jet was a factory-built drag racer. Powered by a supercharged 5.0L Coyote V8, it was designed to dominate NHRA Stock and Super Stock classes. Drag racing was always part of the Mustang heritage and the Mustang Cobra Jet built on that reputation.

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A Modern Classic: 2015 Shelby GT350R

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The first model year of the modern GT350R saw just 526 units built. Featuring a high-revving 5.2L flat-plane crank V8, lightweight carbon fiber wheels, and track-tuned suspension, it became an instant collectible. The modern Mustang models built on the already stellar reputation of the car.

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Precision and Performance: 2018 Mustang GT Performance Pack Level 2

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Ford produced a limited number of GTs with the Performance Pack Level 2, adding aggressive aerodynamics, wider tires, and track-focused suspension tuning. This rare package made the GT one of the best-handling Mustangs ever. The modern 2018 Mustang GT with the performance pack is an iconic car.

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A Special Bullitt Mustang: 2018 Mustang Bullitt in Kona Blue

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Only 50 units of the 2018 Bullitt were made in the ultra-rare Kona Blue color, making it one of the rarest Bullitt Mustangs ever produced. The modern Bullitt Mustang was a real treat for owners who grew up when this car was popular. Everything about the car was a modern rendition on a period correct design.

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Carbon Fiber Speed: 2020 Shelby GT500 Carbon Fiber Track Pack

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A limited number of Shelby GT500s were equipped with the Carbon Fiber Track Pack, featuring exposed carbon fiber wheels, aerodynamic enhancements, and weight savings for track dominance. These Shelby GT500 models are for someone who wants a true track car that can handle it’s own.

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A Collector’s Dream: 2022 Mustang GT California Special Convertible

2022 Ford Mustang California Special
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This California Special variant was produced in very limited numbers, featuring unique badging, special paint options, and an upgraded appearance package. The 2022 Mustang GT California Special Convertible was a fun to drive and stylish convertible. This was one of the rarest Mustang models on the market.

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Ultimate Handling: 2023 Mustang Mach 1 Handling Package

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Limited in production, the Mach 1 Handling Package added track-focused upgrades, wider wheels, and enhanced cooling, making it a sought-after collector’s item. The Mach 1 handling package was built for hitting the track. As automakers move away from powerful V8 engines the Mach 1 stands out from the crowd.

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Ice-Cold Rarity: 2023 Mustang Ice White Edition

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This limited-edition Mustang featured an all-white interior and exterior, produced in extremely low numbers. The paint job had such small details as white badging on the exterior of the car. The white rims were the final touch that made the car quite unique, and this Mustang was only produced in limited numbers.

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Twin-Turbo Monster: 2023 GT500 Code Red

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A one-of-a-kind twin-turbocharged Shelby GT500 with over 1,000 horsepower, built as an experimental project. The lowered body and ground effects gave the GT500 Code Red an amazing aggressive stance. The GT500 Code Red was produced in extremely small numbers and the value is high.

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Built for the Track: 2024 Mustang Dark Horse S

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A non-street-legal Mustang designed for serious racing enthusiasts, featuring track-focused aerodynamics. The Dark Horse was the first of its kind and a new nameplate for the Mustang lineup that would be different. The bodywork and the rims were completely different than any other special package before it.

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The Most Expensive Mustang Ever: 2024 Mustang GTD

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Inspired by GT3 race cars, this ultra-limited Mustang features a twin-turbo 5.2L V8 and is one of the priciest Mustangs ever made. The price tag of $325,000 is not a small price to swallow, but for that price you get the fastest Mustang ever built. The beautiful styling and powerful performance of the Mustang GTD is amazing.

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One-of-a-Kind Auction Car: 2008 Barrett-Jackson Mustang

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A rare Shelby GT model built specifically for auction, featuring custom styling and performance upgrades. Barrett Jackson has been home to some of the most well-known Mustang’s in the world. The 2008 Barrett Jackson Mustang had a rare two-tone paint job and a unique powerplant.

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Pace Car Legend: 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car Edition

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A Mustang built in limited numbers with Indy 500 pace car livery, making it a true collector’s item. The Fox Body Mustang was one of the most well-known Mustang models on the road and with good reason. The great performance and the ease of maintenance made the car a winner with consumers.

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Chameleon Paint: 1996 Mystic Cobra

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Only 2,000 units produced with Mystic paint, a color-changing finish that makes this Cobra truly unique. You’ll seldom see an SN-95 on the road with this paint job, but if you do you know that it was quite a rarity. The beautiful Mustang took the brand to the next level and continued to assert the popularity of the SN-95.

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King of the Road: 2008 Shelby GT500KR

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A revival of the KR nameplate, with only 1,000 units built and performance upgrades over the standard GT500. The rarity of this Mustang made it stand out from the crowd, but aside from that it was also deadly fast. The beautiful exterior paint and exceptional engine made the GT500KR the ultimate track ride.

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The First of Its Kind: 2021 Mustang Mach-E First Edition

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A special edition of the first-ever electric Mustang, making it a milestone in Ford history. The thought of an electric Mustang SUV was lost on many, but the Mach-E proved that a Mustang SUV could be popular. The Mach-E has garnered quite the fanbase and it hasn’t replaced the V8 powered Mustang either.

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A Movie Star Reborn: 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt

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Limited-production homage to the legendary Steve McQueen Bullitt Mustang, featuring unique styling and performance tweaks. The dark green paint job and the modern body of the Bullitt gave the Mustang an amazingly beautiful look. Under the hood you got the same tried and true 5.0 V8 engine that is synonymous with Mustang.

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