Saw that.......

Any guesses on what model will be used for a LE?? (Bullitt, Boss, Cobra, Mach 1, etc...)

Nice. I can pass again.

Finally, a decent theme.

Nice job Stern.

First car that I ever drove was a friend's '68 Mustang GT fastback but I'm still not interested in this theme.

Hmm…Trudeau

Not a surprise. It was already known to be coming down the pipeline. Cant imagine this will truly speak to the masses for popularity. Setup for failure.

Oh, nice. So you've seen the playfield and art and have already passed? Cool. Can you send me pics of the game? I'd like to be able to know enough to pass judgment too.

Dammit. There go my dreams of a Walking Dead pin.

That's going to be a slow mover.

to be completed by 2016

Not sure about the theme. Could be cool if done right.

Ok, maybe he should have said pass for now. Truth is theme and designer are the main influence to be excited or in on a game before its played. So yeah without seeing it its fair to say pass if those criteria don't excite the person.
After that its going to have to hit the streets and prove itself.

Will it have a shaking Mustang in the middle?

I'm just saying that I ended up buying a NIB AC/DC Premium and I don't even like the band. Gameplay overruled my preference for theme.

Please have the 2015 stang in there

I bet you passed on theme at first and later after it was out discovered game play was good enough to jump in.

Im not a mustang fan - but it could be pretty cool like other car games where you progress thru the years or add/build parts to your car to progress. For example pick whether you want to upgrade your engine, add turbo, handling etc - then this affects the way the game scores. Bigger engine makes it easier to win races during multiball but doesnt add time to the modes or add bonus. Better handling builds pop bumper values and increases spinners and multipliers but makes it harder to complete races. Turbo hit the launch button like AFM bombs, to complete modes easier advance towards cobra wizard mode ... with better car its easier to win the video mode - oh wait nevermind.

Generic car theme or Need for Speed style would probably work better but.... whatever

That won't sell well outside the USA

Yeah the theme does nothing for me. Still intrested in seeing who is the designer and what the pf looks like.

man you guys are harsh. How many thought the corvette pin was a dud? Or checkpoint? My GF LOVES checkpoint. Hell hs2 isn't a particular car, but people still love those games. I'm happy Ford finally is doing a pin. I LOVE mustangs. Vette is a classic pin now, I hope they do a good job on this one please do not retheme nascar

oh wow I'm the oposite for Music based themes. Since the bands songs are integrated with the gameplay and I love acdc it was just a matter of how well it played for me..not the other way around

Well aren't you awesome! Glad that you overcame your dislike for the theme. I won't.

I want to see the models they come up with and the pricing they use. That will be interesting.

why?Richard Hammond loves them

This makes it super easy to stay true to the oath that I took to not pre-order any new pins in 2014.

First car was a 68/289, followed by a 87 hatchback....and now im driving a 2013 GT.
Yeah...i guess im going to be a little partial to this theme.

I welcome the different theme with open arms. Its not a super hero, movie or music theme for a change. About time for a change!

Why are they doing two car themes back to back? This and F&F?

since it's 50 years of mustang and they came out in '64-1/2, a '15 really doesn't qualify

Draw the artwork, put the focus more on the classic late 60s and early 70s cars, have some cool Getaway style gimmicks and this could be pretty cool.

It has too.

The fact that Stern posted this today, the day the 2015 Mustang was revealed, isn't a coincidence.

Also, would seem silly to have a "50 years of Mustang" pinball without the 2015 Mustang, since it's the 50th year of the car

That's why I said please...but they release the 2015 stang in 2014...sooo technically yes?

mustang II le for the win!

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And it looks sweet. Back to a turbo I4 too So much potential with this. Superchargers, turbos, twin turbos, all the models of mustang...ohhhhhhhh cream my jeans

hahahha nooooo the step child

Bally's Corvette.

That is all.

I've owned both Camaros and Mustangs through the years, and even though I currently have a Camaro, this is a theme that intrigues me.

Like someone mentioned, just something different than another movie, super hero, or band inspired pin is cause for excitement, at least with me.

Really looking forward to seeing the playfield and different art packages for the Pro, Premium, and LE.

Told my boys I might be willing to get rid of Xmen to get something different in our lineup. Maybe this will be the pin to push me to actually do it.

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Stern Pinball Announces Partnership with Ford Motor Company

World’s Leading Maker of Arcade-Quality Pinball Celebrates 50 Years of Ford Mustang with Newest Machine
MELROSE PARK, IL – December 5, 2013 – Stern Pinball, Inc., the world’s leading maker of real pinball games, proudly announced today the merging of two American icons. Get ready to start your engines and celebrate 50 years of Mustang. The Mustang pinball machine, exclusive to Ford, drops players into the driver’s seat of one of the hottest cars on the street. Narrated by professional racing driver, Tanner Foust, this machine sets the tone for a fast paced, white-knuckle game. The game comes equipped with top-of-the-line features including artwork painted by famed Ford GT designer, Camilo Pardo, and the ultimate soundtrack from Sony Music featuring five decades of hits.
“The Mustang is one of the most iconic, American cars ever made,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “What better way to celebrate 50 years of Mustang than with the launch of the Ford Mustang pinball game? Everyone at Stern is buzzing with excitement about this launch. From the artwork and game features to the stellar soundtrack, we have created a tribute that will make Mustang and pinball fans worldwide proud.”
Mark Bentley, Ford Global Brand Licensing says, “Ford Motor Company is extremely excited to partner with Stern Pinball on this state-of-the-art Mustang pinball machine. Both Stern and Ford are proud American companies with industry leading, iconic brands. Pinball aficionados from around the globe will appreciate the unique blend of Mustang heritage and Stern craftsmanship in this fantastic machine.”
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Honestly, I think it's hard to say. The 2015+ Mustang is a world car and will be sold across the globe, so there will be plenty of exposure. Additionally, the Mustang is one of the most recognizable American car models. Same reason us car nuts are very familiar with Aussie's (sadly ex-) Falcon

If the game is good, I think it will be fine.

So is it actually a new design? Or is it a re-theme of an existing pin?

Car themes are pretty universal IMO if it's done well. If it's 'bow to the pony' alone.. no it won't appeal widely. If it's 'big motor, loud, fast, racing, etc' - that translates a lot better.

Yeah, I am really digging it, especially the back end and interior. Way more modern than my 2013.

Already can't wait for the 2017 engine update

Agreed it's nice to have a change up of recent themes, even if this particular one doesn't really matter to me. I do find it a little odd that they chose a car theme, since Heighway is doing a racing theme already.

Excited to see a new Trd. game, but man I was hoping for Godzilla..

So is it ok we use a car to pinball comparisons in this thread?

" The Mustang pinball machine, exclusive to Ford"

What the frag is that supposed to mean?

My guess is Trudeau has some tricks up his sleeve for this game.

Kinda crazy they announced the next theme before the current game's LE's have even shipped…

I'm really looking forward to a Stern Mustan....Zzzzzzzzzzzz

Well crap - I may have to pull the trigger on this one. Here's a pic of my daily driver.

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F&F 7 has been indefinitely delayed due to Paul Walker's death so the pin may follow suit.