Six-Point Roll Bar For S197 Mustangs Adds Safety And Strength

Most enthusiasts know the feeling of wanting to push their car harder safely without giving up its daily usability. It is always a trade-off between having a fun weekend toy and keeping the car comfortable enough for the daily commute. You want the protection, but you do not want to climb over a jungle gym every time you grab groceries. That is where a good Mustang roll bar comes into the picture for S197 owners.

Maximum Motorsports put together a six-point setup that works specifically for the 2005 through 2014 coupes. The design focuses heavily on usability. You get standard door bars that offer protection without being impossible to live with. The real winner here is the removable harness-mount tube. You can bolt it in for track days and take it out when you are just cruising around town. It frees up a lot of space and makes the backseat area less cluttered when you are not racing.

There are a few specific things to keep in mind before ordering this roll bar for your Mustang. If your car has the glass roof option, you are unfortunately out of luck because the headliner sits too low for the main hoop. Owners of 2013 models also need to be ready to do some extra trimming on the rear interior panels. It fits fine, but the plastic is different from the older years. You can also custom-order a diagonal brace if you want more rigidity, but that is a permanently welded addition.

Safety equipment is one of those things you hope you never use but are glad to have. Adding steel tubing inside the cabin means you absolutely need to add padding anywhere your body could hit. It keeps you safe and keeps the car legal for certain events. Investing in a Mustang roll bar is a solid move for anyone who takes their performance driving seriously. It tightens up the feel of the chassis and gives you peace of mind every time you drop the hammer.