Today, you can instantly pick out a Ford Mustang when you see one on the road, and part of the reason for that is that the car has been successful for so long. Here’s a little bit of a look back on how the Mustang started before becoming the mobile icon that it is today.
When Ford first put out the Mustang in 1964, it was part of a larger new trend in sports cars called “pony cars.” Out of all the pony cars on the market, the Mustang was one of the biggest instant hits, though. It originally was offered as both a hatchback and convertible, and also had a few performance models made as well.
The second-generation Mustang came around in 1974, and showed some marked changes from its original incarnation. In the face of added pressure from Japanese competitors, the new Mustang was smaller and introduced a 2.3-liter I-4 as a base engine along with the six- and eight-cylinder engine options. They also added a more upscale model to help improve the potential set of options.
Today, the sixth-generation Mustang combines a retro-style that’s appealing to purists, while still implementing new features both under the hood and in the cabin to keep modern. Chances are we’re going to be seeing plenty more Mustangs in the future.
The Ford Mustang is one of the great iconic American cars, so if you’re interested in picking up your own, make sure you work with a dealership who knows how to get you what you need. The perfect example is Metro Ford Miami. We’ve been serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Key West since 1983, with a great new and pre-owned selection. We want to make sure you’re happy with your Ford purchase, so, on top of our skilled and experienced staff, we also have a Services and Parts department to help keep your car running smoothly.
Visit your local Metro Ford Miami dealership in Miami, FL to check out our extensive inventory of the Ford Mustang, or give us a call at 305-751-9711 today.
