Is 401A still worth it without B&O - what is "premier trim with color accent group"

[cbrenthus]

I'm considering ordering, and not sure I want the 401A. According to the builder on Ford's website, this is what it includes (GT Premium convertible):

• Includes all GT Features, Plus:
• • Illuminated Door-sill Scuff Plates
• • Premier Trim with Color Accent Group
• • Security Package
• • Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist
• • Memory Driver Seat and Exterior Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signal Indicators

From what I understand we can add the illuminated door sill plates very easily, and I do want those, but this just doesn't seem like much for $2900 since you still have to add the premium sound for almost $1,000! So, I'm wondering what the Premier Trim with Color Accent Group means?

According to the builder, the security package is included anyway in the base.

I'd kind of like the co-pilot if that's what I need to get 360 cameras, I do love those when backing into my garage, even though I've backed many vehicles into garages over the years without any cameras, its still nice.

Memory seats and mirror turn signals are not a requirement for me either.

If the B&O is still included and the builder is wrong, then its a no brainer.

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[SmoothButter]

Yes yes yes for the Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist, especially if this will be your daily driver.

Some forum members will say it's a waste, they like to drive, it annoys them. Others (like myself), it's a must have, use it almost every single time I drive.

Also does the 2025 model have 360 cameras? If so I'm jealous

 

[GT7 Mayhem]

Unless they changed it for 2025, the B&O system is part of the 401A package. Since the price is still the same at $2,900 I have to believe that is the case.

 

[Ghostrunner]

Unless they changed it for 2025, the B&O system is part of the 401A package. Since the price is still the same at $2,900 I have to believe that is the case.

No it’s not part of it. I just got my 25 and B&O was extra.

 

[GT7 Mayhem]

No it’s not part of it. I just got my 25 and B&O was extra.

Well that sucks, the B&O sound system was the main selling point for me to opt for the 401A package. I do like the ambient lighting and the memory seats, I just don't know if that is worth $2,900 without the upgraded sound system.

 

[Ghostrunner]

Well that sucks, the B&O sound system was the main selling point for me to opt for the 401A package. I do like the ambient lighting and the memory seats, I just don't know if that is worth $2,900 without the upgraded sound system.

After getting the car I’m not sorry for getting the 401a and B&O. Very happy

 

[GrabThatBlue]

Well that sucks, the B&O sound system was the main selling point for me to opt for the 401A package. I do like the ambient lighting and the memory seats, I just don't know if that is worth $2,900 without the upgraded sound system.

It's only the door sills that come in the package. The other ambient light comes already on the Premium.

 

[Crew4991]

401A is definitely worth it.

If you are debating about it, then you probably don't need the package. It is expensive but worth it if you want the features. Not worth it if you don't see the value.

 

[JAM486HP]

IF you can afford it, absolutely worth it, even without the garbage B&O I still would have added it.

 

[Neggytive]

I'd get the 401A, but Ford has made it a VERY hard pill to swallow by removing the B&O audio system from the package, effectively raising the price of the 2024 401A package to almost $4000 for 2025.

I can see why people are on the fence about dropping that kind of money on something they may not use all the features of, or they may not know all the features of it.

 

[MarkS650GT10]

On my 2025 I was trying to decide the same thing and went with the 400A, did not see anything on the 401A I really wanted or needed. the interior on the 400A is still very nice, nice seats. the 9 speaker stereo is pretty good too once you get it adjusted and use a good audio source.

 

[cbrenthus]

Thanks for all the replies. I'm really ticked that basically Ford upped the option by no longer including the B&O. I also didn't realize the Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist doesn't include 360 cameras! I mean, that's what I thought when I saw "360", so I'm glad I asked.

I'm honestly so unhappy I just might pass on the whole thing, it's pretty crappy that the mustang I want went up roughly 10% from '24 to '25 with no additional features.

 

[S650sunshine]

I'm considering ordering, and not sure I want the 401A. According to the builder on Ford's website, this is what it includes (GT Premium convertible):

• Includes all GT Features, Plus:
• • Illuminated Door-sill Scuff Plates
• • Premier Trim with Color Accent Group
• • Security Package
• • Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist
• • Memory Driver Seat and Exterior Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signal Indicators

From what I understand we can add the illuminated door sill plates very easily, and I do want those, but this just doesn't seem like much for $2900 since you still have to add the premium sound for almost $1,000! So, I'm wondering what the Premier Trim with Color Accent Group means?

According to the builder, the security package is included anyway in the base.

I'd kind of like the co-pilot if that's what I need to get 360 cameras, I do love those when backing into my garage, even though I've backed many vehicles into garages over the years without any cameras, its still nice.

Memory seats and mirror turn signals are not a requirement for me either.

If the B&O is still included and the builder is wrong, then its a no brainer.

My 2024 premium has 401a and I think the BO included with 401a. I decided to get it with the options just to have. BO is great sound but bass is ass.

 

[cbrenthus]

My 2024 premium has 401a and I think the BO included with 401a. I decided to get it with the options just to have. BO is great sound but bass is ass.

I have the B&O in my Bronco and I like it, but tons of people complain about it. I've had ground pounders in the 90s, JL, phoenix gold, orion were all some of my favorites. I guess I've gotten old, and I'm trying to preserve what hearing I have left, but I'm happy with the B&O in the bronco. Only time the bass was terrible was when How Bizzare came on once, and the bass was terrible. sounded like plastic grocery bags were in front of the subwoofer, but there actually were some there, so I'm not sure if it was the song or the bags.

If I move forward, I'm really not sure I want to spend 3 grand on BLIS and some interior stiching or whatever the primer trim thing is ;)

 

[IFFV68]

I'm considering ordering, and not sure I want the 401A. According to the builder on Ford's website, this is what it includes (GT Premium convertible):

• Includes all GT Features, Plus:
• • Illuminated Door-sill Scuff Plates
• • Premier Trim with Color Accent Group
• • Security Package
• • Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist
• • Memory Driver Seat and Exterior Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signal Indicators

From what I understand we can add the illuminated door sill plates very easily, and I do want those, but this just doesn't seem like much for $2900 since you still have to add the premium sound for almost $1,000! So, I'm wondering what the Premier Trim with Color Accent Group means?

According to the builder, the security package is included anyway in the base.

I'd kind of like the co-pilot if that's what I need to get 360 cameras, I do love those when backing into my garage, even though I've backed many vehicles into garages over the years without any cameras, its still nice.

Memory seats and mirror turn signals are not a requirement for me either.

If the B&O is still included and the builder is wrong, then its a no brainer.

The Illuminated Door Sill can light up with 28 different colors.
The 12 Speaker B&O sound system is a trade off.
The 2024 GT Mustang with the B&O 12 Speaker System was included in the 401-A Package.
The 10-Speed Automatic Transmission was a $1595.00 option.
The 2025 GT Mustang the B&O System is $995.00.
The 10-Speed Automatic Transmission is at no Extra charge.
In reality you pay $2900 for the 401-A package but
You pay $995.00 for the sound system. Subtract $995.00 from $1595.00 from what you would have paid for the automatic transmission.
The 401-A package really cost you $600.00.
If you choose to get the six speed, then it cost you $995 for the B&O System & your S. O. L.

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