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The History of the Mustang

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The Ford Mustang was introduced in 1964 and became an instant success, receiving over 22,000 orders on its first day. Some key features that defined the Mustang included its triple tail lights and lengthened hood. Over the decades, various Mustang models and special editions were produced, with performance versions winning numerous awards and races. Today, the Mustang remains an affordable high-performance car starting at around $23,000 for the various trim levels and special editions offered.

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The History of the MustangBy Christy Hanna
The Ford CompanyFounded in 1903 by Henry Ford Sr. Ford Motor Company, headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan.Manufactures Aston Martin, Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercury and Volvo. The only automotive company that didn’t take the bailout money in 2008. The world’s second largest automaker.
The First MustangDebuted on April 17, 1964 at the New York World Fair.Priced at $2,368 22,000 orders placed on the first day. The name was in reference to a Mustang Fighter Pilot from World War II.
Trademark FeaturesThe running wild-horse theme was adopted almost immediately. Other Features include:Triple tail lightsLengthened hood Shortened rear
The 2011 Mustang 3.7 liter DOHC V6 powers out 315hp. The 6-speed manual transmission and the compact size of the engine will leave room to really get creative under the hoodExpected in 2012, the new V8 will meet or exceed the current 3V V8 in mpg. The Engine within
AwardsRunner-up for  North American Car of the Year in 2005. Car and Driver Best Ten in 1983, 1987, 1988, 2005, 2006, and 2011.Motor Trend Car of the Year in 1974 and 1994.The 1965 Mustang won the Tiffany Gold Medal for excellence in American design, the first automobile ever to do so.
Crossing the Finish LineStarted as a pace car leading the 1964 Indianapolis 500Finished first and second in the 1964 Tour de France. American competition debut, also in 1964, was in drag racing. Since, have consistently dominated the racetrack, remaining in the winners circle.
The latest ModelQuad exhaust system
444-horsepower* Hi-Po 302 4V Ti-VCT V8 engine
Front Air splitter, not legal for on street driving.

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The History of the Mustang

  • 1. The History of the MustangBy Christy Hanna
  • 2. The Ford CompanyFounded in 1903 by Henry Ford Sr. Ford Motor Company, headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan.Manufactures Aston Martin, Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercury and Volvo. The only automotive company that didn’t take the bailout money in 2008. The world’s second largest automaker.
  • 3. The First MustangDebuted on April 17, 1964 at the New York World Fair.Priced at $2,368 22,000 orders placed on the first day. The name was in reference to a Mustang Fighter Pilot from World War II.
  • 4. Trademark FeaturesThe running wild-horse theme was adopted almost immediately. Other Features include:Triple tail lightsLengthened hood Shortened rear
  • 5. The 2011 Mustang 3.7 liter DOHC V6 powers out 315hp. The 6-speed manual transmission and the compact size of the engine will leave room to really get creative under the hoodExpected in 2012, the new V8 will meet or exceed the current 3V V8 in mpg. The Engine within
  • 6. AwardsRunner-up for  North American Car of the Year in 2005. Car and Driver Best Ten in 1983, 1987, 1988, 2005, 2006, and 2011.Motor Trend Car of the Year in 1974 and 1994.The 1965 Mustang won the Tiffany Gold Medal for excellence in American design, the first automobile ever to do so.
  • 7. Crossing the Finish LineStarted as a pace car leading the 1964 Indianapolis 500Finished first and second in the 1964 Tour de France. American competition debut, also in 1964, was in drag racing. Since, have consistently dominated the racetrack, remaining in the winners circle.
  • 8. The latest ModelQuad exhaust system
  • 9. 444-horsepower* Hi-Po 302 4V Ti-VCT V8 engine
  • 10. Front Air splitter, not legal for on street driving.
  • 11. Honors the '69 Mustang Boss® 302Models and PricesThere are now 6 generations of Mustangs including: The GT, LX, Cobra, Mach, Boss, Shelby, Saleen, Grande, Roush, Steeda and many other special models such as the Twister.Priced at $2,300 in 1964. Still an affordable car at $23,000.
  • 13. V8 302 engine
  • 14. 5 speed manual transmission