Getaway Machines: Custom Ford Utilities Deliver Power, Performance and Personalization for Adventures Outdoors or On Track
11/01/2018
Ford
As Ford's newest utility vehicle introductions continue to help fuel the global utility vehicle craze, the company and its customization partners are unleashing even quicker, more adventurous and more stylish versions for the SEMA show.
With more than 50 vehicles on exhibit, Ford will feature the largest original equipment manufacturer display at SEMA. And only Ford can bring these fun machines to life at SEMA by offering rides at Ford Out Front.
Blood Type Racing's Edge ST amps-up Ford Performance's first SUV
Ford is entering new territory with the Edge ST - the first SUV from the Ford Performance team - and now teams with Chicago-based Blood Type Racing to push the dynamic new entry even further into the performance space. The team upgraded Edge ST's stealthy design and twin-turbo V6 EcoBoost(R) performance with a slammed suspension, its own performance induction, Mishimoto charged intercooler, and an MRT dual stainless performance exhaust to crank up the horses. Blood Type Racing finished it off with low-profile Toyo Tires(R) STIII Proxes tires on 22-inch wheels, custom aerodynamics and a gloss blue wrap. Interior features include a SoCal carbon fiber steering wheel, Kicker Bullfrog(R) portable audio, Ford Accessories all-weather floor mats and cargo area protector, tablet cradle and cooler bag.
Base vehicle
2019 Edge ST
2.7-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost V6
8-speed SelectShift(R) automatic transmission
Powertrain
BTR custom dual intake system
Mishimoto intercooler
MRT exhaust system
Chassis
Air Lift(R) air suspension system
Wheels and tires
AMF F020 wheels, 22 x 10.5 inches
Toyo Tires Proxes STIII tires, 265/35-22
Exterior
Ford Accessories rear bumper protector
Avery Dennison(R) gloss light-blue wrap
Chicago Auto Pros graphic wrap
Aerotekk Design custom splitter lip kit
Rally Armor(R) mud flaps
Interior
SoCal Garage Works custom carbon fiber steering wheel
Ford Accessories
All-weather floor mats
Cargo area protector
Cargo organizer
Cooler bag
Tablet cradle
Kicker Bullfrog portable audio
LGE*CTS Expedition Classic honors vintage off-roaders while offering modern technology
With vintage design cues, rich materials and high-tech rugged hardware, designer/builder Theresa Contreras created a modern classic for SEMA with her LGE*CTS Expedition Classic. From the purpose-driven matte paint and steel wheels, to the ReadyLIFT(R) leveling suspension and Borla(R) performance cat-back exhaust, the LGE*CTS Expedition Classic is built for adventure - and getting you there in ultimate style. Finishing touches include custom-painted Yakima OffGrid roof rack and coordinating Ford Accessories.
Base vehicle
2018 Ford Expedition XLT 4x4
3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine
10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
Powertrain
Borla cat-back exhaust system with Borla custom exhaust tips
Chassis
ReadyLIFT suspension leveling kit
Hellwig Products front and rear sway bars
Wheels and tires
Wheel Vintiques(R) steel wheels, 18 x 8 inches
BFGoodrich(R) Mud-Terrain T/A(R)KM2 tires, 285/70-18
Exterior
Ford Licensed Accessories custom-painted Yakima(R) Off-Grid large roof basket w/extension
Ford Licensed Accessories Napier tent
LGE Baja Forged front bumper
Rigid Industries 20-inch Radiance light bar
Yakima Products
Spare tire carrier
Stretch nets (large and medium)
Security straps, 2
Top grips, 2
End caps, 2
Axel/shovel bracket
Interior
Ford Performance by WARN(R) Industries Recovery Kit
2-inch x 22-foot blue recovery strap - rated to 14,400-lbs.
¾-inch D-shackle - rated to 18,000-lbs
Instruction manual
Storage bag
Winching gloves
Ford Licensed Accessories
All-weather floor mats
DC Safety first aid and roadside assistance kit
Portable audio by Kicker
Vehicle safe by Console Vault
Yakama mugs, four
Rogelio's custom leather seats
Destination Expedition: Hulst Customs' ultimate family adventurer
This Hulst Customs 2018 Destination Expedition is the ultimate SUV - a custom luxe cruiser designed to get you to where you are going in comfort, class and style. A custom hood and grille, plus custom Borla cat-back exhaust with custom-fabricated tips give a nod to its performance DNA. Color-matched 26-inch Lexani wheels and tires fill out the fender wells, while stunning custom gray paint with lower graphics give this Destination Expedition a truly rich and distinctive appearance. A custom drop visor with LED running lights and Yakima snowboard rack put the finishing touches on this one-of-a-kind family hauler.
Base vehicle
2018 Ford Expedition Max 4x4 Limited
3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine
10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
Powertrain
Borla cat-back exhaust system with custom-fabricated exhaust tips
Wheels and tires
Lexani LF-002 forged wheels, 26 x 10 inches
Lexani tires, 305/30-26 tires
Exterior
Ford Licensed Accessories roof rack crossbars
Custom grey paint provided by Industrial Finishes with lower graphics, black greenhouse, color-matched wheels and details
Hulst Customs grille insert with aluminum center
Hulst aluminum exhaust tips
Striker custom hood
Striker drop visor with LED running lights
Yakima FatCat snow board carriers
Outlier snowboard from Deviation Snowboard Works
Solomon(R) snowboard bindings
Interior
Ford Licensed Accessories
Full-floor center console vehicle safe by Console Vault
Bullfrog outdoor Bluetooth speaker by Kicker
All-weather floor mats
Cargo organizer
E3D patterned components
Ambient lighting
MAD Industries Explorer blends style and athleticism
California-based MAD Industries created a high-fashion design that blends style and performance with this custom Explorer. The two-tone Explorer's performance is upgraded with more aggressive handling tuning and more braking power. The interior features premium leather seats, custom MAD Industries steering wheel and unique touches including billet aluminum pedals, color-matched accents and LED lighting.
Base vehicle
2018 Explorer Sport
3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine
6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
Powertrain
JMS(R) PedalMAX(R) and BoostMAX(R) plug and play performance solution
Borla S-Type cat-back exhaust with quad tips
Chassis
Eibach(R) PRO-PLUS performance handling package
Power Stop(R) Z36 SUV high performance cross drilled and slotted rotors
Power Stop Z36 Extreme brake pads
Wheels and Tires
Niche Road Wheels Alpine-style forged, custom finished in Candy Black with brushed face wheels, 24 x 10 inches
TOYO Tires Proxes ST tires, 285/35ZR-24
Exterior
BASF R-M(R) custom Ruby Red and Jet Black paint with two-tone graphic
Clear paint protection film
MAD Industries shaved roof rack
Interior
MAD Industries custom black premium leather seating with red accent stitching
Select color-matched interior parts in high-gloss black and Ruby Red
SRP anodized billet aluminum racing pedals
Rockford Fosgate(R) high-performance audio system
3M(TM) Crystalline window film
Accessories
Ford Licensed Accessories
Cargo liner
Cargo Soft organizer
DC Safety first-aid and roadside assistance kit
Vehicle safe with full-floor center console by Console Vault
AL(R) Priority Quint laser defense and parking system
Tucci Hot Rods gives EcoSport go-anywhere, do-anything treatment
This Tucci Hot Rods Big Adventures EcoSport gives an all-new meaning to the concept of compact sport utility vehicle. The team started with custom fender flares and beefy Maxxis Bravo AT tires, then followed with off-road accessories including an integrated winch, custom tubular bumpers, Rigid Industries lighting and Yakima bike rack. The result is a highly capable, efficient, fun package from an award-winning team that will turn heads and open the great outdoors to a new generation of compact SUV builders.
Base vehicle
2018 Ford EcoSport SES 4WD
2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I-4 engine
6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
Powertrain
K&N air filter
Borla custom Ford Performance exhaust
Chassis
ISC Suspension N1 coilovers
Wheels and Tires
Fifteen52 Turbomac HD wheels, 16 x 8 inches
Maxxis(R) Bravo Series AT tires, 255/65-16
Exterior
Dom Tucci Design custom 3D-printed fender flares
Rigid Industries lighting
Radiance DXL
Amber fog lights
Chase brake light
Rock lights, cool white and amber
Tucci rear diffuser
Tucci front and rear tubular bumpers
WARN(R) AXON(TM) 35-S Powersport winch
Yakima Highroad bike rack
Interior
Ford Accessories cargo liner
Ford Accessories all-weather floor mats