MARLBOROUGH, MA — A Ford supercar badly damaged in storms that hit the Detroit area in September will have a second life as teaching material for students at Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School.

The 2024 Ford Mustang was brought to the school from Michigan via Acton Ford. Students in the school’s collision repair program will get the rare chance to get hands-on experience working on a $70,000 muscle car.

“This has been an amazing opportunity and a great way to gain real-world experience,” Assabet senior and Hudson resident Brendan Demelo said in a news release. “Everyone at Ford is great and I’m thankful to have had this opportunity.”

Acton Ford added decals to the Mustang with the school’s name. Assabet students participate in a co-op program with the dealership, allowing them to earn credits toward graduation, and pursue training to become Ford technicians.