Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.Ford kicked off the year with the reveal of the supercharged Mustang Dark Horse SC, effectively the S650 generation's Shelby GT500, and now the Dearborn-based brand is getting into the Californian spirit with the reveal of a convertible Dark Horse SC during Monterey Car Week. As a drop-top, it will have less torsional rigidity than the coupe upon which it is based, thus proving less capable on the track. But how often does one get to spend time on a circuit? More frequent will be opportunities to enjoy the summer sun, and with similar engineering to the coupe, the Dark Horse SC Convertible stands as the fun-focused alternative without sacrificing any power or drama.Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible Stands On The Top RungFordView the 3 images of this gallery on the original articleAdvertisementAdvertisementThe supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine under the Dark Horse SC Convertible's hood produces 795 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque, all of which is sent to the rear wheels through a quick-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. This, says the Blue Oval, makes the Dark Horse SC Convertible the "highest-performance Mustang convertible Ford has ever assembled." The automaker says both the coupe and convertible were developed by Ford Racing, but the latter has a setup designed to provide a smooth and comfortable cruising experience while remaining sharp in the corners. Performance figures are less important here, and Ford makes no mention of the Track Pack offered with the coupe (adding carbon-ceramic brakes, carbon fiber wheels, and variable traction control), nor does it claim any 0-60 mph or top speed figures. This car is about savoring the shrill supercharger, not rushing through to the next timing point on a track, and since style is always important with a drop-top, Ford is adding new options to the list.New Color For Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC ConvertibleFordView the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleAs seen in these images, the Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible introduces a new Precision Purple metallic paint finish and a unique brake caliper color (silver). Inside, Black Onyx and Space Gray accents build contrast. Unfortunately, Ford has not revealed pricing, but orders will open in the fall of this year, with deliveries planned to arrive at showrooms in spring 2027. Given that the coupe starts at $103,490 and can exceed $170k with options, the Dark Horse SC Convertible is likely to start around $110,000, and if no Track Pack is offered, the price won't be inflated much further.Related: Ford's Four-Door Mustang Sedan Arriving Under $40,000AdvertisementAdvertisementWe like that Ford has cut the roof off its most extreme "regular" Mustang (the GTD is in another league entirely), and we like that the recipe is unapologetically simple. The driver has nothing to prove. Ignoring the temptation to over-engineer this car so it feels like the hardcore coupe, instead providing a more supple ride, was the right move, leaning into the relatively relaxed nature of open-top driving without losing the headline performance figures of the supercharged V8. The Dark Horse SC Convertible looks cool, has wicked paint, and will sound even better for the driver. We'd call that a well-executed win.FordView the 5 images of this gallery on the original articleThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 14, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.