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Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible Debuts With 795 Horsepower

By Mustang Magazine · Aug 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible Debuts With 795 Horsepower

Ford has expanded the Mustang Dark Horse SC lineup with a new convertible variant, bringing supercharged V8 performance to an open-top S650 Mustang.

The new Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible produces 795 horsepower from a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 and pairs that output with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

With its introduction, the Dark Horse SC Convertible becomes the most powerful Mustang convertible Ford has offered to date and represents the first new high-performance Mustang convertible since the 2013-2014 Shelby GT500.

A Different Focus From the Dark Horse SC Coupe

While the Dark Horse SC coupe is positioned with a stronger focus on track performance, the convertible is aimed more toward street driving and grand touring while retaining the core powertrain of the Dark Horse SC.

Ford has also added a lightweight magnesium tower-to-tower brace for additional structural reinforcement to help manage the output of the supercharged 5.2-liter V8.

Key Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible Details

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  • 795-horsepower supercharged 5.2-liter V8
  • Seven-speed dual-clutch transmission
  • Most powerful Mustang convertible to date
  • First new high-performance Mustang convertible since the 2013-2014 Shelby GT500
  • Magnesium tower-to-tower brace for added structural reinforcement
  • More street and GT focused than the track-oriented Dark Horse SC coupe
  • New Precision Purple exterior color available
  • Order banks scheduled to open in Fall 2026
  • Deliveries expected to begin in Spring 2027
  • MSRP has not yet been announced

High-Performance Mustang Convertibles Return

Pricing will be announced at a later date, with order banks expected to open in Fall 2026 ahead of Spring 2027 deliveries.

The new model fills a long-standing gap in the Mustang lineup for enthusiasts who prefer a convertible but still want serious factory performance.

Ford has offered a number of high-performance Mustang coupes in recent years, but the Dark Horse SC Convertible gives buyers an open-top option with nearly 800 horsepower, a dual-clutch transmission, and factory-backed performance.

For Mustang enthusiasts who value open-air driving without giving up significant performance, the Dark Horse SC Convertible adds a new option to Ford’s expanding S650 performance lineup.

DARK HORSE SC – FORD MOTOR COMPANY

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