The LEGO® model inspired by the 1969 Mustang BOSS 429 reproduces the details of the Mustang's angled front, the characteristic hood with the black air intake exclusive to the 429 engine. The rear shows a replica of the original car's taillights and bumpers with the classic mustang symbol in the center. The wide wheels make the LEGO® model look fantastic along with the design that replicates the curves of the original 1969 Mustang BOSS 429 car. ABOUT THE ORIGINAL CAR The Boss 429 Mustang is a high performance Ford Mustang variant that was offered by Ford in 1969 and 1970. Engine builder Jon Kasse currently reproduces the cylinder heads that make up the "boss 9" engine architecture. The Boss 429 is recognized as being among some of the rarest and highly valued muscle cars to date. In total there were 1359 original Boss 429s made. The origin of the Boss 429 was to fulfil Ford's need to homologate the 429 engine for NASCAR racing.