The Revenge GT: A Monument to Engineering Excellence and Mustang Legacy

As I stood beside the Revenge GT, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at its sheer presence on the automotive landscape. Peregrine, the visionary behind this project, has taken the iconic Ford Mustang and pushed it to new extremes, creating a car that is both a tribute to its legacy and a bold statement of innovation.

The Revenge GT's carbon fiber bodywork is a testament to Peregrine's expertise in working with this finicky material. Made from the finest carbon fiber, the doors, roof, and trunk are crafted with precision and care, ensuring a lightweight yet robust structure that shaves off a significant 200 pounds from the car. This reduction in weight not only enhances the overall performance but also reduces drag, making the Revenge GT a formidable opponent on the track.

One of the most impressive features of the Revenge GT is its aerodynamics. The sculpted bodywork at the front feeds cool air to the brakes, while the openings on the hood send air over the top of the engine, keeping it cool and efficient. The side skirts guide airflow down the side of the car, creating a sleek and streamlined appearance that belies the car's incredible performance capabilities. And then there's the wing on the back – a true marvel of engineering, producing 120 pounds of down force and virtually no drag at 140 miles per hour.

The Revenge GT is not just a showstopper; it's also an engineering feat. Peregrine had to reinforce the trunk lid with carbon fiber bracing after discovering that the down force from the wing was bending the sheet metal. This attention to detail speaks volumes about Peregrine's commitment to excellence and his willingness to push the boundaries of what is possible.

While some might compare the Revenge GT to the upcoming 2020 Shelby GT 500, it's clear that this car has its own unique character. The front fascia, designed by Peregrine, makes the headlights look even angrier, while the extensive changes to the rear of the car are a masterclass in design and engineering. The styling might not be for everyone, but I genuinely love it – and you can't deny that this car looks fast.

Inside the Revenge GT, we find a more subdued environment, with the main modification being the seats. Peregrine reupholstered them to any design, ensuring that each car is unique and personal to its owner. The interior feels like a Mustang but with all the modifications to make it truly special. And, as an added bonus, the ten-speed automatic transmission shifts faster than a manual and is strong enough to handle all that power up front, along with tuning the engine, they tweak the transmission so power delivery is smooth and streetable.

So why did Peregrine name this car "Revenge"? According to him, success is the best revenge – and that's exactly what he's achieved by creating a car that does just that. The Revenge GT is for the buyer who wants something different but still wants supercar performance. And, in doing so, it succeeds in delivering exactly that.

As I prepared to start up the engine, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and trepidation. Would this car live up to its hype? The answer was immediate and exhilarating – as James always laughs when he does this, and now I know why. With the Revenge GT, we had the opportunity to experience just that.

As I turned off the engine, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the sheer performance capabilities of this car. It's not every day that you get to drive something like this, and yet, Peregrine has made it accessible and fun. The Revenge GT is more than just a showpiece; it's an experience.

The Peterson Automotive Museum is home to some of the most incredible cars in the world, and the Revenge GT is undoubtedly one of them. As I explored the museum's vast collection, I couldn't help but feel a sense of reverence for these machines and the people who create them. And then there's Peregrine – a master engineer and designer who has pushed the boundaries of what is possible.

The Revenge GT is more than just a car; it's a monument to engineering excellence and Mustang legacy. Millions of Mustangs have been built in a million different ways, each one a testament to the car's enduring appeal. And now, Peregrine has added his own chapter to this story – one that is truly unforgettable.

As I stood beside the Revenge GT, I knew that I had experienced something special. It was a moment of pure joy and excitement, one that I would carry with me for a long time. The Revenge GT may be just one car, but its impact will be felt for years to come – as a testament to Peregrine's genius and the Mustang's enduring legacy.

And so, as I bid farewell to this incredible machine, I couldn't help but think about the next phase of Peregrine's plan. With only 50 units available, the Revenge GT is an exclusive club – one that will be eagerly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. And then, there's the fact that Peregrine has announced plans to create a limited-edition version of the car, with each unit featuring unique design elements and exclusivity.

As I looked out at the world beyond this incredible machine, I knew that the Revenge GT would leave an indelible mark on the automotive landscape. It may be just one car, but its impact will be felt for years to come – as a testament to Peregrine's genius, the Mustang's enduring legacy, and the art of engineering excellence.

WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: en(engine noises)- This is a carbon fiber bodied800 horse power, $170,000 Ford Mustang.I know, its a lot totake in, but hear me out.This pony is worth the money.Over the next 10-12 minutesdepending on what jokes landand how much time Maxand Graham want to spendmaking disturbing facemelting things out of my face,I'm gonna tell you whythis is the most advancedMustang ever built.And why it was evenmade in the first place.It's time to go frontface shield to rear wing,bumper to bumper on thePeregrine Revenge GT.(upbeat music)- The Mustang is one ofAmerica's tenth poll cars,you can't imagine the USA without it.Because of that the Mustanghas become somethingof a meme right?How many different jokes haveyou heard about these cars?Probably a lot, but that'swhy I think this onein particular is so interesting.(country music)- The leap from fifth to sixth Gen mustangin 2015 was immense.The biggest change for thenew model was the suspension.(engine noises)- For decades the Mustangsbiggest flaw was the handling.But in 2015 all that changed,the new independent rearsuspension elevated theMustang from muscle car(burning tires)- To whole ass sports car.The S-550 Mustang is one ofthe best bargains in the World.You can get anything from aturbo 4 cylinder Eco Boostto the new 760 horsepower Shelby GT 500.But what if that's not enough for you?(engine noise)- Peregrine was founded in2017 by the Keuylian brothers,Alex and Armen.They are huge Mustang fans andwanted to build a sports carthat can beat anything on the road,both in terms of speed and price.They believed the Mustangwas the best way to do that,because even without modifyingit, the S-550 platformwas a great value.They got to work makingtheir vision a reality usinga 2018 Mustang GT.So what is it that they did,to make it a Revenge GT?Peregrine starts with a stock Mustang GTprovided by the customer.But it can't be just any Mustang GT,Peregrine has a list onthere website detailingwhich features to orderlike magneride suspension,active performance exhaust,and the GT performance package.Once you get a Mustang thatmeets these conditions,then the transformation can begin.Before Peregrine replacesanything with carbon,they make sure everything under the hoodis just as radical as the body work.They install a three literWhipple supercharger on topof the five liter coyote V8.This honker pushes upwardsof 800 plus horsepower,that's more than 300 over stock.Peregrine tunes the ECUand transmission togetherto make sure that thepower gets to the groundsmoothly and reliably.After all the Revenge GT is a street carand its pointless tomake something this sweetif you can't drive it everyday.How do I know, I built low car.- Kill it!One of Peregrines maingoals with the Revenge GTwas to make a car that cango head to head with exoticsand this engine is one ofthe main reasons it can.The Coyote V8 is insanelystable, and loves to be modded.Even though this puppy'smaking 800 horsepower,it's super reliable and ifthat's not enough for youPeregrine can build youan engine making upwardsof 1200 horsepower.Which would be likehaving three stock Coyotesunder the hood.(upbeat music)- Underneath the carPeregrine spent monthstweaking the handling.They didn't use wheel spacersto fill out the wide bodylike some sort of Instagramcar influencer or high team.To widen the track Peregrinedesigned their own lowerA-arms, it wasn't as easy as it sounds.And honestly that doesn'teven sound that easy.They started by makingthe arms longer but foundthat the car didn'thandle like they wanted.So they kept tweaking it, andtweaking it, and tweaking ituntil they had spent threemonths perfecting those a-armswhat seemed like a minortweak became one of the mosttime consuming pieces on the car.But once they finished, thetime spent was well worth it.The front track is threeinches wider than stock,and six inches wider in the rear.One surprising thing aboutthe suspension is thatPeregrine uses the Magna-ridedampers that come with the carfrom the factory becausetheir just that good.The shocks are filledwith a magnetic fluid,that can change its properties on the fly.The car can go from a supercushy ride to stiff as a boardwith the press of a button.Peregrine installs shortersprings which lowerthe Revenge GT by one inch.Just look at this stance.(techno music)- Peregrine swaps out the stock brakesfor something a little more aggressive.These are custom brembosix piston brakes pairedwith these massive rotors, that fillthe barrel of the wheel.Brakes like these are crucialof you want to track your car.The increased piston countmeans there's more bite forceon the rotors and the biggerrotors means that there's moreservice area to dissipateheat which drasticallyreduces brake fade.Put both of those togetherand you have brakesthat can stop harder for longer.♪ Pistons, rotors, brakes much harder ♪♪ Pistons, rotors, brakes much longer ♪♪ Pistons, rotors, brakes much harder, ♪♪ all your car is stopping faster. ♪- Do something with that Max.Speaking of wheels the RevengeGT is rolling on some customforged aluminum wheelsdesigned by Forgeline.In wheel terms these thingsare light as a featherwhich helps acceleration and handling.Less weight means not as muchwork to get them turning.They also look sick as hell.These Forgeline's are wrappedin Michelin pilot sportfours, with 295's in the frontand 345's in the rear, whichmight be the biggest tirewe've ever seen on B2Bbesides Gravedigger.I really like the way thesewheels look I want themfor my Mustang, and I'd probablycurb the shit out of them.(laughs)- The power and handling ofthe Revenge GT is impressive.And definitely worth talking about.But lets be honest whenyou clicked on this videoit was probably because yousaw the words Carbon Fiberin the title, those words tendto get a lot of attention.So lets talk about it.Back in 2017 the Keuylianbrothers had drawingsof what they wanted theirMustang to look like.They had to make that vision come to life.They rented out a smallshop and got workingon their 2018 Mustang prototype.First they laid modeling clay on the car,and sculpted all the shapes,then they had the carlaser scanned which produceda digital copy of the car.With that file, they could make individualcomputer drawings of all thecomponents with CAD software.With those CAD drawingsPeregrine was able to machinethe master molds that the carbon fiberpieces would be made with.(techno music)- Everything you see here besidesthe doors, roof, and trunkare made from carbon fiber.Carbon is a finicky mistress to work with.If you get that resin ratiooff, or bake it the wrongtemperature the end product will be eitherto brittle or to weak.Its hard to do.In the end though, the carbonfiber shaves 200 poundsoff the car which is onequarter James, or .88 mes.That's nothing to shake a stick at.(techno music)- The sculpted bodywork atthe front feeds cool airto the brakes, and the openingson the hood send air allover the top of the engine,which keeps the engine bay cool.The side skirts guide airdown the side of the carand this thing has afreaking carbon under traylike a F1 car, it almostsucks itself to the road.That's insane, this thingis truly impressive.(whooshing sound)- The wing on the back lookslike it would be at homeon a GT 3 race car.Peregrine says it produces120 pounds of down forceand basically no drag at 140 miles per.That's really good for howunobtrusive this one wing is.They had to reinforce thetrunk lid with carbon fiberbracing because theyfound out the down forcefrom the wing was bending the sheet metal.That's awesome.(techno music)- Naturally you might comparethis thing to the upcoming2020 Shelby GT 500 and that's fine.Compared to the Shelby the Revenge looksa little more tamer, alittle more streamlined.And I actually really love that.Peregrine sculpted the frontfascia in a way that makesthe headlights look even angrier,and unlike Ford Peregrinemade extensive changesto the rear of the car.I know the styling mightnot be for everybody,I freaking love it though.And you can't deny thatthis thing looks fast.And guess what, it is.But what about the inside of the car?What's going on in there?Well time for the part of theshow where Eddie gives me aGo-Pro to put in my mouth andit tastes like his pocket.We've never washed it.(car door chime)(car door slams)- No drama(techno music)- Inside the Revenge GTfeels just like a mustangbut the main modification are the seats.Peregrine reupholstersthem any way you like.No Revenge GT's are gonna be the same,and I love these whiteseats, they're awesome.As you might have noticed this carhas an automatic transmission.Peregrine actuallyrecommends that you orderthe ten speed auto whenyou buy your donor car.It shifts faster than amanual and its strong enoughto handle all that powerup front, along with tuningthe engine, they tweakthe transmission so powerdelivery is smooth and street able.So why did Peregrinename this car Revenge?Well to find out, I asked them.(scary music)- You ever heard of the sayingsuccess is the best revenge?That's why. Peregrine builtthis car for the buyerwho wants somethingdifferent, but still wantsthat super car performance.And the Revenge GT succeedsin doing just that.So I guess that does thesaying justice, right?I'm gonna start it up.(engine revving)(laughs)- James always laughs when hedoes this, and now I know why.(engine revving)- Ah I want to just drivethis thing off the roof.All right I'm gonna turn it off.(motor sound)(laughs)- That was the seat.(laughs)- Peregrine is only gonnabuild 50 of these bad boys.35 hard tops like this,and 15 convertibles.After that there willbe no more Revenge GT's.The next phase of Peregrinesplan is to give thecarbon fiber treatmentto some Porsche GT3 RS's.They want to do something with the GT 2if anyone will let them.- The Revenge GT is a monumentnot only to Peregrinesengineering expertise butalso the Mustang itself.As one of America's favoritecars, millions of Mustangs havebeen built in a million different ways.Its only fitting to paytribute to that legacyby building one crazier than all the rest.(engine revving)- I want to thank Peregrinefor bringing the Revenge GTout and to PetersonAutomotive Museum for lettingus shoot here.If your car nerd at all youneed to get your butt out hereand check out all the dope carsthey have in their collection.Definitely take thevault tour its amazing,I've done it, we've all done it at Donut.Thanks for watching, benice see you next time.(car door slams)- Look cool as bleep, think about Kevinskynight driving bleep. Ready?- I guess