Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang was Lee Iacocca's (designer and Ford Motor Company's Vice-Président) project. This project's original name was "Cougar" (that will be used to name a more luxurious Mercury-badged pony car sharing the Mustang's chassis). It gave birth to a compact car that a low budget customer could afford, with so many options that everyone could get a more luxurious or sportier car.

Iacocca knew the early 1960s cars offered by Ford did not meet baby-boomers needs : students or young professionals. The Ford Mustang was not going to disapoint them.

TECHNICAL FACTS

Year Specials Engine Transmission Length Body types

Type Size Power output

1964

In line 6 170 cid (2786 cc) 101 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic
461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet

1964

V8
260 cid (4261 cc) 164 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet

1964

V8
289 cid (4736 cc) 210 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet

1964

V8 Hi-Power
289 cid (4736 cc) 271 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet

1965-1966
in line 6
200 cid (3278 cc) 120 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1965-1966

V8
289 cid (4736 cc) 200 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1965-1966

V8

289 cid (4736 cc) 225 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1965-1966

V8 Hi-Power

289 cid (4736 cc) 271 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 461 cm / 181.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1965-1966 Shelby GT350
V8
289 cid (4736 cc) 306 hp. Ou 360 hp (GT350-R) 4 speed manual, or automatic
461 cm / 181.6 in fastback

1967 In line 6 200 cid (3278 cc) 200 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1967
V8 289 cid (4736 cc) 200 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1967 V8 289 cid (4736 cc) 271 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1967 V8 390 cid (6391 cc) 320 or 325hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1967 Shelby GT350 V8 289 cid (4736 cc) 290 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1967 Shelby GT500 V8 428 cid (7010 cc) 335 hp (Police Interceptor) 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 In line 6 200 cid (3278 cc) 115 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 V8 289 cid (4736 cc) 200 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 V8 289 cid (4736 cc) 271 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 V8 390 cid (6391 cc) 320 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 V8 427 cid (6997 cc) 390 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 Shelby GT350 V8 302cid (4942 cc) 250 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 Shelby GT500-KR V8 390 cid (6391 cc) 325 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1968 Shelby GT500-KR V8 428 cid (7010 cc) 335 hp (Cobra Jet) 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 466 cm / 183.6 in coupé, cabriolet, fastback

1969-1970 In line 6 200 cid (3278 cc) 120 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in coupe, convertible, sportroof

1969-1970 In line 6 250 cid (4097 cc) 155 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in coupe, convertible, sportroof

1969-1970 V8 302cid (4942 cc) 220 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in coupe, convertible, sportroof

1969-1970 Mach 1 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 250 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in sportroof

1969-1970 Mach 1 V8 428 cid (7010 cc) 370 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in sportroof

1969-1970 Shelby GT350 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 290 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in sportroof, cabriolet

1969-1970 Shelby GT500 V8 428 cid (7010 cc) 335 hp (Cobra Jet) 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in sportroof, cabriolet

1969-1970 Boss 302 V8 302cid (4942 cc) 290 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in sportroof

1969-1970 Boss 429 V8 429 cid (7022 cc) 375 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 476 cm / 187.5 in sportroof

1971 In line 6 250 cid (4097 cc) 145 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet

1971 V8 302cid (4942 cc) 210 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet

1971 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 240 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet

1971 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 285 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet

1971 Mach 1 V8 302cid (5766 cc) 210 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1971 Mach 1 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 240 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1971 Mach 1 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 285 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1971 Mach 1 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 330 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1971 Mach 1 V8 428 cid (7010 cc) 355 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1971 Mach 1 V8 429 cid 7022 cc 370(cobra jet) or 375 hp (super cobra jet) 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1971 Boss 351 V8 351 cid (5766 cc) 330 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in sportroof

1972 In line 6 250 cid ( cc) 99 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1972 V8 302cid (4942 cc) 141 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1972 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 177 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1972 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 266 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1972 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 275 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1973 In line 6 250 cid ( cc) 95 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1973 V8 302cid (4942 cc) 136 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1973 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 154 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

1973 V8 351cid (5766 cc) 156 hp 3 or 4 speed manual, or automatic 481 cm / 189.5 in coupé, cabriolet, sportroof

HOW MUCH IS A FORD MUSTANG ?

The Ford Mustang's price encountered important changes in the past 20 years. In the first years of Mustang's carreer as a collectible car, only early versions from 1964 1/2 to 1968 got classic car enthusiasts interest. These cars are still the most highly priced, but following model years also gained interest from enthusiasts and their price grew accordingly. 1969 to 1973 Mustangs price growth followed an increased demand for these later cars either by choice of young enthusiasts for 1970's cars or due to insufficient of funds to afford a pre 1969 car.

The prices depend on 2 main criterias : the body type and the model years. Here are two suggested value range scales, from the "cheapest" to the highest evaluation :

- model year scale : 1973 / 1972 / 1971 / 1969 and 1970 / 1967 and 1968 / 1964(1/2) to 1966

- body type scale : "Grande" coupe / "Notchback" coupe / Fastback or Sportroof coupe / Convertible

When these evaluation scales are combined you can approximately estimate that a 1973 Notchback Mustang Grande will get the lowest quote ; while a 1965 fastback or convertible will be offered at a much higher price.un Cabriolet ou un Fastback de 1965 sera au contraire estimé à des prix bien supérieurs.

Therefore, this is a rough method that does not take into consideration some engine options or "packs" that can add value to a Mustang of any model year. This is also true regarding some specials with prices that are definitely out of standard Mustangs price evaluations : these are mostly Shelby GT (350 or 500) or Boss (302, 351, 429).

WHERE CAN I FIND A FORD MUSTANG FOR SALE ?

You can find Mustangs for sale every month or every week in the specialized press. There are plenty of classic cars classifieds sites on the Internet. Do not rush to buy the first car you see (the ads may be re-submited on a regular basis when prices are too high). See and test drive several vehicles, which will allow you to ensure that you are made for this model. To buy from well-reputed classic car specialists may be good way to reduce purchase risks. Ford Mustang GT 1965 image copyright John Filiss

HOW TO FIND SPARE PARTS FOR CLASSIC MUSTANGS ?

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The large number of cars still on road today helps to maintain a dynamic market, where customers demand drives spare parts production and competition between spare parts retailers keeps rates at reasonnable levels.

Obviously, there are many spare parts retailers in United States, but you also can find Mustang specialists in Europe where many cars were exported. You can find them easily with relevant requests on your favorite web search engine.

Beside is a screenshot of Dallas Mustang website, a specialist delivering worldwide. Found on Google with "classic mustang parts" keywords.

If you are located in the European Union and import from the United States, keep in mind that custom duties and local taxes may apply in addition to the retailer's invoice.

But wherever you are located, you will find spares for your Mustang, in your country or abroad.