Philip Musso’s 2018 Ford Mustang Roush JackHammer Series

The Ford Mustang has long been an icon of automotive history. Since its debut in 1964, it has represented freedom, performance, and unmistakable styling. Over the decades, countless special editions have been created, but few are as rare as the Roush Jackhammer Series.

Only 165 JackHammer models have ever been produced worldwide, and just 10 of those were delivered to Australia. It’s no wonder this car so sought after. Luckily for Philip, he is proud to call himself an owner of this ultra-rare muscle car. And when he asked what first drew him to the JackHammer, Philip’s answer is simple, “the beauty of Roush Performance”.

In Philip’s case, the vehicle was sourced through Mustang Motorsport, Australia’s exclusive Roush distributor, and delivered new before being enhanced to full JackHammer specifications.

Performance designed after racers

Roush Performance, founded by legendary racer Jack Roush, has become synonymous with motorsport success and precision engineering. He helped transform Ford vehicles into limited-production performance machines, combining race-tested technology with everyday drivability.

The JackHammer series follows that philosophy. Based on the already impressive Mustang GT, the JackHammer receives a suite of upgrades to its aerodynamic styling, suspension capabilities, and even a Roush supercharged V8, allowing it to produce an astonishing 750 horsepower.

An engine that powers through

The Roush delivers acceleration that rivals many modern supercars thanks to its 750 horsepower. According to Phillip, it can go from “0 to 100 kilometres per hour in just 3.2 seconds”. A truly impressive performance that’s even more impressive to witness firsthand.

Yet despite its immense capacity, the JackHammer remains remarkably balanced and usable. That’s because the Roush Mustang isn’t just about adding more horsepower. Every component is engineered to work together and create a balance. That factory and racing-history-backed engineering is what separates the JackHammer from many aftermarket builds.

It can cruise comfortably on weekend drives and transform into a serious performance machine the moment the throttle opens. A dual personality that makes the car so rewarding to own.

A passion that never ages

For Phillip Musso, this car presents everything he loves about performance motoring. Its rarity makes it special, the engineering making it exceptional. And its 750 horsepower ensures that every drive is an experience.

But ultimately, the JackHammer is more than a number, a specification, or one of just 165 cars ever built. It’s a piece of automotive history, one that was meant to be driven, heard, and experienced.

And while only 10 JackHammers made their way to Australia, Phillip’s is the one that matters most to him. Because while some cars are built to be collected, others are built to be remembered.

Own a car that’s anything but ordinary?

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