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December 25, 2006 - The National award winning 1968 Ford Mustang aka "PIT VIPER" will be auctioned during prime time on Friday, January 19th at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, AZ.
This is #001 of the series of Pit Vipers that are being built by TPI Total Performance in Wichita, Kansas (www.tpitotalperformance.com).
The owner, Brook Phillips, said this has been a project he has wanted to build for a long time.
This could possibly be one of the TOP built Mustang in this category. The car features a new 427-V8 that has been dynoed at over 650 horse power with a 6-speed manual transmission. The interior has custom made Shelby embroidered hi-back bucket seats with 5 point quick release harness, Shelby signature 160 MPH gauges, custom steering wheel, Vintage Air a/c /heat systems, and a custom console. The wheels are by HRE Performance Wheels and the tires are Michelin Pilot sport tires. The body mods were all modified in house at TPI with custom paint.
If you would like more information about the PIT VIPER or how you can purchase one you can contact Brook Phillips directly at bpillips1 ( @ ) maaauction dot com or 316 641-0584.