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The Ford Mustang was introduced in 1964. The car was an instant success that set a new record for first year sales. One story describes how a truck driver drove right through a showroom window, staring and enchanted by the car.

The car was the brainchild of Lee Iaococca, who envisioned an inexpensive, sporty car for the masses. On April seventeenth, 1964 Ford unveiled the Mustang Convertible at the New York Worlds Fair. These cars and others with early production features are often referred to as 1964 1/2 model year. The car was also offered as a hardtop coupe, the fastback was available to the public five months later ( see our Photo Gallery for pictures ).

During the first five months of production, one could order a factory fresh hardtop equipped with a 170 cubic inch six cylinder engine for less than $2500 . Later, the car could could be purchased with a 200 cubic inch six, or a 200 horse power 289 c.i. V8. Specialty Mustangs, such as the "K" Code or Shelby came with even more powerful V8 engines.

Transmission choices for any 64 1/2 through 1968 Mustang were three speed manual, four speed manual, or automatic with the latter being the most popular. The body sheet metal for 64 through 66 Mustangs are identical. The different years are distinguised by subtle trim changes.

For the 67/68 model years, there were minor changes in the body (except for the Fastback that went form a partial to a full fastback). The engine compartment was three inches wider allowing for a big block V8. The tail light area above the bumper was concave, and the grill opening was larger ( click coupe for pics of changes). In 1968 cars Ford did not change the body except for minor trim changes, side marker lights and other government mandated safety features.

1969 Mustangs received a makeover. The cars still had the long hood and short rear deck that was the trademark of its predecessors, but the sculpt was longer, wider and more aggressive. Specialty models were added to the lineup. The 69-70 Boss, Mach 1 Fastback, and Luxury Grande offered a variety of performance and dress up packages. Stylist changed the car in subsequent years, but the 64 1/2 through 70 Mustangs remain the most popular amongst collectors.

There were over two million Mustangs sold between 1964 and 1970. Parts are easily obtainable. After market companies offer fenders, hoods, interior kits, mechanical parts and almost anything you might need.