In GTA V, Dominator is a muscle car that resembles the Ford Mustang in real life. However, as expectations increase, many fans would love to drive a real Ford Mustang throughout Los Santos rather than the Dominator.
Fortunately, thanks to the GTA community, you can make your dream come true by installing Ford Mustang Mods.
This post will show the top 10 Ford Mustang mods to download for GTA V and how to install them.
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10 Ford Mustang Mods to Download for GTA V
Due to their modding origins, it’s impossible to indicate all 10 Ford Mustang’s speeds exactly compared to the top 10 fastest cars in GTA V.
All Ford Mustangs are shown in their original form, and you can also customize them in Los Santos Customs.
Now, let’s take a look at 10 Ford Mustang Mods to Download for GTA V!
1. Ford Mustang GT 2015
The 2015 Ford Mustang GT has the iconic front grille and signature headlights, which give it a bold and recognizable look, not to mention the strong curves and clear body lines, which give a feeling of strength and sportiness.
2. Ford Mustang GT 2018
Compared to the 2015 version, the 2018 Ford Mustang GT has made a few changes to its hood and grille. Also, they added spoilers to the 2018 model, which helps it perform even better.
3. Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 2019
In the real world, the 2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is among Ford’s top-performing cars. Its tough and edgy design shows this, with big changes to the bumpers, front grille, and even the wheels. Its speed in GTA 5 is sure to blow your mind.
4. Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5
There are only 10 RTR Spec 5 cars in our world, but in GTA 5, you can have as many as you want. The RTR in its name stands for “ready to rock”, indicating that this car is not just for wild drifting and fast racing but also for making the driving experience better.
5. Ford Mustang GT NFS 2013
The Ford Mustang GT NFS 2013 catches attention with its cool design and unique livery, having two stripes on its body that make it look really awesome. Plus, this car can go super fast, which is great for racing and leaving competitors in the dust.
6. Ford Mustang GT Bullitt 2019
Thanks to its own special style, the Ford Mustang GT Bullitt 2019 can easily make civilians on the streets of GTA 5 look at you with admiration. The 2019 Mustang Bullitt keeps a lot of the same look as the regular Ford Mustang GT. The changes in the front grille and chrome accents around the front windows help show how valuable this car is.
7. 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429
The Boss 429 is a very rare Ford car. Made in 1969, it has a unique and classic design from that time. But don’t think it’s slow, as this car can go as fast as modern muscle cars, even though it’s over 60 years old.
8. Ford Mustang 1965 Hoonicorn
The Hoonicorn is a car customized by Ken Block, with changes not only to its appearance but also its performance. Alongside the distinct racing liveries, this car’s performance is out of this world, thanks to the added supercharged engine.
9. Ford Mustang GT Circuit Spec 2011
The GT Circuit Spec 2011 looks very different from other Ford Mustangs. It has low suspension, sporty bumpers, and fenders designed for racing. This car is mainly meant for racing, not just casual driving in Los Santos.
10. Ford Mustang Mach-E GT 2021
Out of the 10 Ford Mustangs shown here, the Mach E Premium is the most special. In terms of looks, the Mach E Premium has a soft design with fewer sharp corners than the other versions. Also, the Mach E Premium is a Ford Mustang that runs on electricity, so it’s almost quiet when driving in GTA 5.
How to Install Ford Mustang Add-ons (2023)
Since all variants of the Ford Mustang are add-ons, you need to install some required tools in advance in order to spawn these cars.
Prerequisite Tools
Below are all tools and files you need to install add-ons completely without crashing:
- Script Hook: Script Hook allows you to use GTA V script native functions in custom *.asi plugins.
- Open IV: You need Open IV to customize, configure, add, or replace add-on files.
- Add-On Vehicle Spawner: A Script Hook V script allows you to enable add-on spawning menus.
- Gameconfig: A required file must be installed to avoid crashing when entering GTA V.
- HeapAdjuster: Similar to Gameconfig, you need to add HeapAdjuster in your folder so that you can enter GTA V properly.
- Packfile Limit Adjuster: A tool to fix errors while loading the screen.
Make sure you close GTA V before installing these tools.
How to install Ford Mustang Add-ons
First, download and extract all the tools above, then install Script Hook and Open IV as usual.
Extract Add-on Vehicle Spawner, then drop AddonSpawner.asi and the AddonSpawner folder to your GTA V directory.
The default GTA 5 folder on Steam is: “<Your Disc>/Steam/steamapps/common/Grand Theft Auto V”.
Extract Gameconfig, select the compatible traffic folder for your current GTA version, open Open IV, enable “Edit Mode”, and copy the extracted file to the following path: “mods/update/update.rpf/common/data”.
Extract, then copy and paste all files from both Heap Adjuster and Packfile Limit Adjuster to your GTA 5 directory. Keep in mind that if you put these files in the wrong folder, your GTA 5 might crash permanently.
Next, download your favorite Ford Mustang add-ons (It must be labeled “Add-on” on its name) using the buttons above, and extract them.
Copy the “x64” folder to the following directory: “Grand Theft Auto Vmodsupdatex64dlcpacks”.
Next, open OpenIV again, right-click on dlclist.xml, which is located at “mods/update/update.rpf/common/data” and select Edit.
In the Edit window, scroll to the bottom , then add the following line, which you can find in the installation file of each add-on, “<Item>dlcpacks:boss429</Item>”
(*): boss429 is the name of a particular add-on, it differs from each add-on.
Finally, click Save and enter GTA V. To spawn a Ford Mustang, press F5 and select “Select Add-on”, then choose your desired Ford Mustang.
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