ford unleashes new mustang dark horse sc convertible for 2027Ford's ability to squeeze just a little more out of its iconic Mustang takes center stage with its reveal of the 2027 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible. Its debut marks the arrival of the company's first new open-air high-performance machine in 13 years.ford unleashes new mustang dark horse sc convertible for 2027The convertible takes the best elements of the track-ready Mustang Dark Horse SC coupe that hit the dealerships a few years ago, and adds several updates to produce an impressive street-machine. Mustang Dark Horse fans still get a beast putting out 795 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque. Arie Groeneveld, Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible chief engineer, said the new model is a fantastic grand tourer evolved from the original coupe, during a preview of the new convertible Wednesday morning in Detroit. He added with the Dark Horse coupe all the pieces were in place to produce this vehicle.AdvertisementAdvertisement"We think customers have waited long enough," he said. "It was back in like 2013 since we've had the last one, and we had all theelements we needed with this opportunity to bring it out, so it really seemed like a natural time to put it together."ford unleashes new mustang dark horse sc convertible for 2027That starts with a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 delivering 795 hp - just like the coupe - and a seven-speed dual clutch transmission. The pair gives you the highest performance Mustang convertible ever. To ensure the ride and handling are superb, it received a specially tuned next-generation MagneRide suspension as well as magnesium tower-to-tower brace across the engine to lend stiffness necessary to handle the power.The result is a "smooth, comfortable ride when cruising and a firmly planted feel the moment you lean into the accelerator," officials noted. While its performance roots are in racing, Groeneveld reiterated it's not designed "for setting lap times, we've engineered it to be the ultimate top-down grand touring machine."ford unleashes new mustang dark horse sc convertible for 2027This convertible means a new experience, which also means new available colors, including Precision Purple exterior paint, a unique brake caliper color, and premium interior details available in Black Onyx and Space Gray - the Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible is designed to make a statement before, during, and after it is seen, according to Ford officials.AdvertisementAdvertisement"We are giving a new generation of drivers a premium, high-performance street machine that is just as fun to be seen in as it is to drive," said Ryan Shaughnessy, Ford Mustang brand marketing manager.Ford officials declined to offer any pricing information. However, they did note that they'll "build to demand" so if you've got what's expected to be a $100,000-plus check ready, they won't tell you no. Order books open this fall with the first deliveries arriving next Spring.[Images: Author]Become a TTAC insider. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter.