The Ford Mustang is in a league of its own compared to the several iconic cars built by the GM. This car not only changed the muscle car game, but also introduced both the street styling and street performance of these previously underrated vehicles. The then Chief executive officer, Henry Ford II, almost discarded the project, fearing that being a new car, the Mustang could fail like the Edsel did. However, it performed beyond all expectations, making the Ford Mustang one of the most successful nameplates by ford.

Since officially being unveiled in 1964, the Ford Mustang has been the car that always delivers. The Ford Mustang has made its triumphant return to the top of its game and was recently announced as the 2021 SEMA Award-winning Car of the Year. Many of these facts may not even be known by Mustang owners themselves, though its trivia spans over half a century.

9 A Legendary Launch

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The Mustang has celebrated 56 successful years of production, with over 400,000 unit sales during its launch year. The 'Pony Car' spurred similar models from other manufacturers like the Dodge Challenger and the Chevrolet Camaro, signifying a new automotive category.

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The first-ever Mustang was a promotional Mustang that should never have been sold to the public. The iconic pony car was dubbed by TIME magazine as "a Ferrari for the masses'. The company has now embarked on a new futuristic propulsion system frontier, with the outgoing Mustang model currently in its sixth generation.

8 Unusual Sales Approach

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Priced at $2,368, the Mustang was among the best car deals around. 22,000 eager customers jumped on the deal on the first day of sale without a second thought. The automaker hit the million mark within two years of its launch, making the Ford Mustang the second most successful Ford vehicle ever.

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Ford takes advantage of delivering world-renowned supercar-like performance at discount warehouse prices. This leaves offerings from some of the most prestigious European car giants in the dust without requiring all your savings.

7 Subject Aspirations

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Japanese automaker Toyota was so charmed by the Mustang's design back in the 70s that it styled the 1973 Celica to emulate the iconic sports car.

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Ford has developed several versions of the Mustang over its 56-year production run. From models produced as one-offs to the greatest Mustang model years, not forgetting other awesome nameplates such as GT and Boss. The blue oval brand has decided to resurrect the cult icon Mustang Mach 1 moniker as a form of a special variant edition of the 2021 Ford Mustang. The supercar excitement of this upcoming beast is a testament to the model's admiration.

6 A Nameplate With Many Body Types

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From the long hood, side vents, tri-bar taillights, and short rear deck, the Mustang became a torchbearer for an appealing 60s classic style on the boulevard.

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There is a growing demand for EVs and SUVs by consumers. The automaker has introduced the Ford Mach-E electric crossover vehicle to stay relevant in the current market conditions. The Mustang Mach-E 1400, a Mustang-inspired nameplate that boasts of 1400 battery-powered horsepower, was also introduced as a new prototype based on the electric SUV. This electric beauty will soon race in the NASCAR to serve as a testbed for new materials.

5 Big Screen Appearances

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Successful Hollywood blockbusters like Need for Speed, Bullitt, and Gone in 60 seconds are some of the many movies that featured the Mustang as a hero car. It recently made a brief cameo in the Academy Award-nominated film by Ford vs. Ferrari.

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The Mustang's first movie feature was in the 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger, barely before its official launch. Although not driven in the movie by Bond, who drove his usual Aston Martin DB5, he had a speed chase encounter involving Goldfinger with Tilly Masterson, who drove a white convertible Mustang.

4 Staggering Success

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Ford have adapted their expertise and existing blueprints for a brighter and better future. The current Mustangs are paving the way for the next generations to facilitate an active part in the safeguarding and sustainability of the automotive world.

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The Ford Mustang changed the game for sports cars with its style, performance, and affordability. This allowed people from all walks of life to get behind the wheel of a powerful and exciting vehicle.​​​​​​

3 Supportive Aftermarket Community

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When this sports car was first introduced on the automobile scene in 1964, there were many reports of customers breaking out into riots around the dealerships. This enthusiasm still endures to date.

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The passion for the Mustang has spawned a dedicated aftermarket community and is much more constructive now. There are also specialist tuning houses, such as Roush and Shelby, which yearn to deliver some of the most capable Mustangs in the world.

2 It Faces A New Type Of Rival

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There is no denying that the Mustang is an iconic giant. However, as the automotive industry moves into the next era of technology, it is no surprise that the future lies in the EV space.

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Tesla offers its mass-market productions as a pioneer in the electrified segment. With its Model 3 prices starting at just $40,000 for the base models. The entry-level Mustang variant starts at $26,000, but more buyers are opting for Tesla's offer compared to the legendary sports car.

1 One Of The Safest Sports Cars On The Road

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Some gearheads argue that the Ford Mustang isn't a good fit in Europe, as it was designed with the US market in mind. This is after it recently went on sale in the UK for the first time in 50 years. The 2017 Ford Mustang received a shocking two-star safety rating during crash testing in the UK. This rating was so poor that the Mustang got a dubious honor of being the first vehicle from a major automotive brand to receive a two-star EURO NCAP rating in almost a decade.

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The outgoing Mustang model offers the finest performance with great power figures and gets a five-star crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The bottom line is that the Ford Mustang is a great option for safety-conscious customers.