The original '64 Mustang was only offered with three engines, and in the course of just 18 months over a million were sold. It took the world by storm!
Goldfinger becomes the first major motion picture to feature a Ford Mustang.
This year the introduction of higher performance models. The most iconic of which was the 1965 Shelby GT 350.
Carroll Shelby's first performance Mustang is one of the most recognisable Mustangs of all time and set the standards of performance Mustangs for Ford going forward.
The highest performance mass produced Mustang during the time. Only around 13,000 models were produced.
Ford carried on delivering more high performance engines, the majority of which were from Shelby. Sales of the Mustang pass the 1 million mark.
The 1966 Shelby GT 350H is our pick from this year.
This generation of Mustang had a physical refresh. The refresh saw Fords designers make the Mustang look more imposing, more "racey", and much bigger!
The Engine power was also increased again in the Shelby ranges.
The GT500 set the bar for performance, going 0 to 60 in 6.2 seconds. It is maybe most recognisable to the newer generation as a car named "Eleanor" from the film Gone in 60 seconds.
In the redesign, Ford made the Mustang bigger in all directions.
It kept the same basic appearance, but the expansion allowed for better handling and the engine bay could fit larger engines.
Ford Mustang introduced the US to an engine that would be later known as the "Five-o"
Shelby GT500KR Coined "King of the Road," and for good reason - The Shelby GT500KR was one powerful pony thanks to the 428 Cobra Jet engine.
The Mustang GT Fastback 390 is featured in the move Bullitt starring Steve McQueen.
Ford refreshed the Mustang and introduced several new lines including the Mach1 and Boss offerings. 1969 428 Super Cobra Jet Was modified for higher performance, beyond the standard CJ Mustang, and was bred for the track!
This redesign made the Mustang bigger still. The Boss 302 and Boss 429 models were available for both 1969-1970 model years.
A true boss! Among the best looking and performing Mustangs, the Boss 302 needs no introduction. It was such a hit Ford brought it back for the 2012 and 2013 model years.
The 1971 Ford Mustang saw another redesign, while the Boss 351 replaced the Boss 302 and Boss 429.
This was a smaller and lighter version for the Mustang to counter fuel crisis and rising emissions regulations.
Hugely popular in its day, though not well performing. The "black sheep" of the Mustang line-up today.
The 2.3 inline 4, turbocharged, fuel injected engine added a bit of spice to the SVO at a time when the automobile world was lacking ZING!
The fox body chassis were still prevalent in 1987 but the Mustang also received a refresh. The "sportier" aesthetics also resulted in improved aerodynamics.
A facelift and 25 hp increase proved muscle cars and pony cars weren't going anywhere, and quite possibly started a revolution with this lighter, less expensive model.
The redesign resulted from public outcry, after Ford initially tried to replace the Mustang with what became the Ford Probe. With enthusiasts revolting and fighting that plan, Ford instead chose to extend the Fox Bodyps run and redesign it in 1987. The 1987-1993 Fox Bodies proved to be some of the most popular of that generation.
This was the final year for the Fox body Mustang. Several special models were created including the 1993 Cobra/Cobra R.
The Cobra R required an active and valid race license to buy.
Ford introduced the new Mustang Chassis this year and name it SN95. V6 was the engine of choice for the base models.
In 1994 Ford Mustang Showcased the first redesign in 15 years.
The big news for this year was the release of the 1995 Mustang SVT Cobra R (351) of which only 250 were built and sold directly to racers.
Performance mods included a 5.8L V8.
Ford went on to launch of the 4.6L V8 in 1996, dropping the beloved 5.0L/302 V8 after 28 years in the Mustang.
Ford refreshed the Mustang again with a revised design, reflecting their "New Edge" design principles, which included sharper contours, larger wheel arches and creases in the body work. Both the exterior and interior were changed.
There wasn't a Cobra offered for 2000 but there was the Cobra R: Only 300 of these 385 hp powerhouses were developed.
Ford was paying homage to the Bullitt film/Mustang with the special edition Bullitt model in 2001. The film was hugely popular in 1968, but wasnpt nearly as popular in 2001.
Named "Terminator" because the Cobra team knew that this supercharged model would "terminate" the Camaro vs. Mustang war.
The new terminator became an instant icon! There was of course also the revival of the Mach 1 for 2003-2004.
The fifth-generation Mustang received a positive reaction at the International Auto Show two years prior. More horsepower was offered across the board and the S197 body style was introduced.
For the first time in over 35 years, the Shelby was back!
Mustang/Shelby GT 500 Five hundred horsepower and pure luxury- This was one comfy (and quick!) ride that set the stage as the most powerful Mustang of its time.
The return of the Boss 302 with very few adjustments.
The original was sleek and stylish, so why bother changing it?
2013 also saw the introduction of the 662 horsepower Shelby GT500 - the most powerful production car of its day.
This was the first Mustang to be sold globally. It boasts an independent rear suspension and an available turbocharged 4-cylinder engine.
It's potentially one of the best Mustangs yet!
The new turbo 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine keeps the same displacement as the old SVO model, yet offers more power then the current V6, with much better economy. Itps proving to be popular with new buyers.
The IRS in the 2015 model was also a big deal, after 50 years of running a live axle suspension.
The eagerly anticipated 2016 Shelby GT350 possesses a mean 5.2 litre V8 and 526 bhp. Its early reviews suggest it isn't like any of its predecessors and could be one of the best Mustangs ever built!