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Brian & Melissa's

Brian & Melissa's "His & Hers" S197 Mustangs Build Breakdown

Last Updated July 7, 2025 | Nate Moonis
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Brian and Melissa's Story

Married couple Brian and Melissa both love Mustangs, but they didn't meet in the car scene. They started out as high school sweethearts, and now each have their own uniquely modified S197.

Brian has had his Mustang for about nine years now. His 2012 is affectionately referred to as the "Frankenstang". It features 2013 headlights, Shelby seats, Boss 302 manifolds, and so many impressive performance upgrades. He loves his car, but might make even more changes down the line.

Melissa's S197 wasn't exactly what she wanted when they bought it three years ago. It was basically a shell of a car and it was all black. She and Brian worked tirelessly to transform it into the vehicle she dreamed of. Although they worked together on the installs, all the design elements were Melissa's own choice.

Watch the video to learn more about the amazing things they've done to these Mustangs, or check out the part lists below!

About the Author
Nate is a passionate writer and turbo four-cylinder fanatic. He uses his love for performance vehicles and automotive history to create content for experts and beginners alike.
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