If you love heart-pounding speed and performance on the road or track, the 2026 Ford Mustang will check a lot of boxes — but it may be even better in this model year with the much-anticipated arrival of the 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC. The brand-new, track-focused Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC is the successor to the vaunted Shelby GT500 and will fit in between the Ford Mustang Dark Horse and the Ford Mustang GTD in the Ford Mustang lineup. Tampa-area drivers that love track-ready performance, want to know — what is the 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC — and Brandon Ford has the answers.
When Will the 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Be Available in Tampa FL?
We are excited about the arrival of the track-tuned 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC at Brandon Ford in Tampa, FL. This track-focused addition to the Ford Mustang lineup will take power, performance, and style to the next level and is expected to be available for order in March 2026. When the new model makes its debut at Brandon Ford, it will be available in a standard Mustang Dark Horse SC variant and with a Mustang Dark Horse SC Track Pack Special Edition that will add additional performance features to the spec sheet. A price has not yet been announced for the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC.
Here is a better look at what the 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC will bring to the table at Brandon Ford:
Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Performance Specs
The Ford Mustang nameplate is synonymous with power and performance and the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC takes performance to the next level. The beating heart of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC is a 5.2-liter Supercharged Predator V-8 that is expected to produce more than 700 horsepower. Equipped with a track-focused Tremec® seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC will deliver elite performance on the road or track. To further upgrade performance, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC will employ a MagneRide® suspension, Brembo® brakes, Variable Traction Control, Track Mode, and aluminum components.
Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Exterior Features
A monstrous powertrain under the hood is just one element of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC that will set it apart on the road and track. The exterior of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC is built to deliver next-level aerodynamics and an aggressive style that will turn heads. The more aggressive style of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC employs larger air vents on the front end to keep the power core cool, a lightweight aluminum hood with powerful lines, an aggressive rear diffuser, and a large rear spoiler with the Track Pack that amplifies downforce to the tune of 620 pounds of downforce at 180 mph. With the addition of the Track Pack, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC will add Carbon Fiber exterior elements that include wheels and trim. The available Teal Accent Package adds even more style to the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC.
Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Interior Features
The aggressive exterior of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC translates to the driver-focused interior. Equipped with the Ford Mustang GTD leather-wrapped, flat-bottom steering wheel, carbon fiber interior accents, red anodized buttons, and Alcantara leather interior. Available upgrades to the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC include RECARO® racing seats with Dinamica accents.
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What is the 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC? Find out with this in-depth overview created by the Brandon Ford Team that highlights performance specs, exterior features, and interior amenities. Apply for credit approval today to get behind the wheel of a brand-new Ford Mustang today in Tampa, FL!