- Limited to 25 units, the Eleanor Mustang costs around $500,000 before options.
- Three V8 options include a 480 hp Coyote and an 875 hp Aluminator upgrade.
- The replica is being built by the original film car creator and a new partner firm.
Few movie cars have left as lasting an impression as the Ford Mustang Eleanor from Gone in 60 Seconds. With its distinctive look and high-octane screen presence, it’s become one of the most recognizable vehicles in film history. Over the years, countless replicas have been built, but now, a more official and carefully crafted version is on the way.
Two U.S.-based companies are teaming up to produce a limited run of 25 Eleanor recreations in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Nicolas Cage-led film.
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For years, anyone attempting to recreate an Eleanor could have found themselves in serious legal trouble as the widow of the film’s creator, Denice Halicki, long argued that the car itself was copyrighted. However, a recent court ruling has opened up the doors for firms to start building them without trouble.
The new, limited-run model in question will be brought to life thanks to Ray Claridge, the founder of Cinema Vehicle Services, who built the original 11 Eleanors for Gone in 60 Seconds. Claridge has partnered with Randall Wolff from Cinema Muscle Recreations, and they are promising that the 25 cars will remain faithful to the original design.
Each car will start life as a 1967 Mustang that will be restored and comprehensively modified. Dubbed the Eleanor: Gone Again, it will be priced from around $500,000, using a naturally-aspirated 5.0-liter Coyote V8 with 480 hp. For those after more power, an 875 hp Aluminator V8 with a 3.0-liter Whipple supercharger will be offered for an extra $19,000. Finally, a Roush 427 V8 rated at 550 hp and priced at $18,000 will also be available.
A five-speed Tremec manual transmission will be standard but a six-speed stick shift will also be offered. Those wanting to get behind the wheel of the Coyote V8 model will also have the option of Ford’s modern 10-speed automatic. Wilwood will provide brakes, and a custom suspension setup will be available as well.
Inside, the Eleanor: Gone Again aims to balance nostalgia with modern convenience. The cabin will maintain the look and feel of a classic 1967 Mustang but will include practical updates like keyless start, power windows, and Bluetooth connectivity.
The companies haven’t said when they plan to start deliveries, but it’ll probably be quite some time before that happens as all vehicles will be hand-built.
