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Professional drifter James Dean says he was thrilled when Ford presented him with a Mustang RTR Spec 2. The gift came on the heels of his 2024 Formula Drift Championship victory, serving as a fitting reward for capturing the title.
Recognition like this underscores the relationship between manufacturers and the drivers who showcase their cars at the highest levels of the sport. For Dean, receiving such a machine after a championship season is both a personal milestone and a tangible nod to the effort behind his success.
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