MANAGER'S TRIUMPH

Presentation of the first serial Ford Mustang 1964 is considered one of the most successful in the history of the automobile industry, and the legend owes its appearance to a resounding failure previous model- Edsel. Ford urgently needed to save the situation, and general manager of the concern Lee Iacocca, the future author of the best-selling book “Manager's Career,” together with a team of designers, economists and marketers, created the first Mustang concept in March 1964. The car, which became the progenitor of the Pony Car class, easily recognizes the features of Ford's luxury cars Continental Mark II 1957 and Thunderbird 1954, as well as design elements of Maserati, Lincoln and Chevrolet.

Interestingly, its name and the figurine of a running wild horse on the radiator grille iconic car received in last moment: they planned to call it Cougar (“Panther”), but Iacocca’s marketers decided that the cat family represented by Jaguar was enough for the market. There is another version of the origin of the name - in honor of the single-seat fighter of the Second World War North American P-51 Mustang, but in both cases the car reflected the spirit of rebellion and was a real “ American dream" on wheels.

Success for Ford was not only desirable, but necessary: ​​the car, which collectors call the 64-1/2 Mustang, was produced as a 1965 model, focusing on market research. In the event of a repeated failure, as with Edsel, the concern could have gone bankrupt, but Mustang did not disappoint: after a high-profile March presentation on television, 22 thousand copies were sold on the first day, and by the end of the year - over a quarter of a million!

The Ford Falcon Sprint became the aggregate donor for the bestseller - the model received, in particular, the engine and front suspension from it. The engineers made the rear wheel dependent, the brakes were drum brakes on all wheels, and were offered as options vacuum booster and power steering. The basic set included a 2.8-liter engine producing 102 hp. s., which could accelerate cars to 150 km/h, fastback and coupe bodies. Later, a convertible body was added to the list of options, and the list of options included an automatic transmission and V8 engines with power up to 380 hp. With.

IN THE CHASE OF SUCCESS

The Mustang was a "poor man's sports car": comfortable and beautiful, although not luxury, and it sold quite successfully. But the competitors were not asleep: the very next year, Iacocca’s team had to update the appearance of the Mustang in order to beat the Plymouth Barracuda on the market. In the same year, new interior options were introduced: sun visors, a clock and tachometer, and electric side mirrors. The suspension and front disc brakes have also been improved.

The blue and white modification was considered especially chic Mustang Shelby GT-350 with a V8 engine producing 306 hp. With. Its authorship belongs to car designer and Formula 1 racer Carroll Shelby, who two years later created the GT 500 with a seven-liter V8 engine producing 335 hp. s., for the sake of installation of which it was necessary to specially lengthen engine compartment. In the spring of 1968, both Shelby cars, the GT-350 and GT-500, were renamed the Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra, which received another body variation - a convertible.

In 1969 year Mustang experienced global modernization. The length increased by 10 cm, the weight increased by more than 50 kg, and the line was divided into three versions: the economical E, the expensive Grande and Mach 1 with a 335 hp engine. With. The production of the racing series began: the first Mustang Boss 302 was created as a competitor Chevrolet Camaro The Z28 was an oval-track Trans Am, and the Boss 429, of which only 1,358 were produced, was powered by a gigantic seven-liter engine that produced 375 horsepower. With. and worked together with a four-speed manual transmission, spoilers and oil cooler- already for the NASCAR series.

In 1971-1973, the heavier Mustangs could not find a niche. Some wanted to see them as simplified aggressive dragsters, while others wanted them to be nice family cars, but in fact they were neither one nor the other. The gasoline crisis also contributed, which ultimately led to an upgrade - again under the leadership of Iacocca, who became president. Ford Motor.

REBIRTH OF A LEGEND

The era of the Mustang II was 1974–1978, which was marked by a return to classic sizes and installation of an economical four-cylinder engine Kent with a power of only 86 hp. With. V basic configuration.

Buyers liked the changes - almost 400 thousand Mustang II cars were purchased, and in 1979 the third generation appeared on a unified Fox Platform with European engines in the base version and large V8 in the top version. At that time, due to the energy crisis, cars were equipped with the most weak engines in the history of Mustang - Ford Windsor 255 V8 with only 120 hp. With.

In 1987, the car was marked by a new stage of restyling, and in 1994 - a major reworking of the SN-95 chassis, which became a marker for the fourth generation Ford Mustang.

In 1998, clients were offered for the first and last time Sport package with black vinyl on the hood and triple split rear lights. By 1999, when the Mustang celebrated its 35th anniversary, the New Edge design concept robbed the model of the smoothness characteristic of the brand's classic cars.

By the beginning of the fifth generation, the Mach 1 was returned to the Mustang line, and all Cobra models were equipped with 4.6-liter engines with an Eaton mechanical supercharger. In 2004, the Ford Mustang acquired new platform S-197 and began to look like itself in the 60s.

New and vintage Mustangs remain a dream for many car enthusiasts: in this sense, nothing has changed since Lee Iacocca's team put up a presentation "Mustang Paddocks" on the football field of the University of Chicago in 1964. By the sixth generation, the popularity of the Mustang had not fallen: in 2015, the concern introduced models with three different EcoBoost engines and an expanded list of options, and in 2018 it again modernized the model range and announced the development of the Ford Mustang Cobra Jet, which can accelerate to a maximum speed of 240 km/h in 8 seconds.

CAR RUN ACROSS THE SCREEN

It would be difficult to find a car that would leave a more noticeable mark on culture. No car has appeared in films as often as the Mustang, which has appeared in half a million films. Paul Sheldon drives a classic 1965 car main character film "Misery" based on King's novel, a light-colored Mustang convertible was filmed in the film about agent 007 "Goldfinger", Will Smith drives a Shelby GT500 in a deserted New York in "I Am Legend", and a 1971 Ford Mustang nicknamed Eleanor is even listed in credits of the original film of the seventies “Gone in 60 Seconds” - and this is only a microscopic part of the films with the participation of legendary muscle cars. That is why even those who have absolutely no knowledge of cars know what this sports car looks like.

“Mustangs” inspire not only film directors, but also organizers of various “remakes” on TV shows. One of them is professional racer Brad Deberti, the hero of the Discovery Channel project “Turboduet”.

To install on rear axle 18-inch-wide Mickey Thompson racing wheels with custom Forgiato rims, the rear suspension had to be replaced with an independent Watson Racing one - with different arms, shocks and springs from H&R Performance.

Together with his father Doug, a famous tuning master who has been modifying cars for more than a quarter of a century, Brad makes unique cars, but not just for my own pleasure. The younger Deberti lives for racing, with victories in many championships behind him, and ahead of him is the dream of driving in the NASCAR racing series.

Wheel arch extensions complemented the TS Designs body kit with an Air Design wing, and a new hood was also made. In addition, the car has LED headlights Bullseye Retro color changeable and Kicker audio system that had to be removed rear seats and a spare tire.

Father and son work together in the workshop, remaking and selling tuned cars to make this wish come true, and the next project of the Turbo Duet was the Ford Mustang, which the Debertis prepared for SEMA - the largest tuning show in the world. The team got a great chance to make a name for itself in the world of tuning and get new clients.

The engine was boosted to 750 hp. With. due to the installation of Roush Supercharger and new exhaust system Borla, and the factory brakes were replaced with more efficient Ford Performance ones.

The brand new five-liter Ford Mustang GT 2018 model year was provided to them free of charge by the manufacturer itself, but all tuning costs fell on the team. Deberti immediately scanned the car and created a 3D model, making it easier for themselves to create the body kit: Doug and Brad decided to combine classic muscle car design and latest developments Ford.

A racing roll cage and a new radiator grille were welded for the car, carbon elements and racing bucket seats were installed in the interior. There was also some repainting: the team worked under a tight deadline, but attention was paid to every detail.

The car turned out to be impressive, but you will find out whether Brad and Doug managed to surprise their colleagues at the tuning show in the “Turbo Duet” program, which starts on May 21 and will air on Mondays at 23:00 on the Discovery Channel.

The most famous models Mustangs are GT, Boss, Mach 1 (factory modifications), Shelby GT, Shelby Cobra and Saleen Mustang (modifications from a tuning studio).

All these models did not appear immediately. Ford and tuning studios created them as demand arose. Since this article will constantly mention Mustang generation, then we recommend first, and then move on to studying this article.

The Mustang received the GT modification a year after the start of sales of the first generation - in April 1965. It was distinguished from the base model by modified suspension tuning, clearer steering, presence of front disc brakes, dual exhaust system and special body paint, characterized by a stripe on the side. Subsequently, in addition to the stripe, a separate emblem was developed.

As is usually the case with successful models, numbering hundreds of thousands of copies, the market is beginning to demand exclusivity. In the same 1965, the Ford Company entered into an agreement with the well-known at that time to create a truly powerful sports modification, which subsequently received his name in the name: .

This Mustang model gets a racer-tuned 289 V8 engine that's 30% faster. more power(306 hp versus 225 hp), redesigned suspension and a special body color, which became the studio’s signature mark - 2 longitudinal stripes along the top of the body, from the hood to the trunk.

Market sports cars constantly demanded more and more power, so in 1968 Ford introduced what would later become legendary engine 428 Cobra Jet, developing 550, and at its peak – all 610 hp. After this, modifications from the “court” studio received the name Shelby Cobra.

But the name “Cobra” stuck to the version not from Shelby, but specifically to the factory modification with this engine. In particular, the second generation (when cooperation with Shelby was terminated) had a car that was positioned as the most powerful.

The 1969 modernization introduced 4 new modifications to the Mustang line: the cheap E, the expensive Grande, and the sports Boss and Mach 1. The E and Grande models are not in great demand these days, but the sports versions are still in demand among Ford Mustang collectors and fans.

The 1971 modernization “removed” from model range Mustangs modified Shelby Cobra and Boss, leaving as sports version only Mach 1. With the advent of the second generation Mustang in 1974, there were absolutely no options left in the model line: the basic, luxury Ghia with a more comfortable interior and vinyl top, as well as the Mach 1, which lost power due to fuel crisis and ceased production in 1978 due to declining demand. There was also Cobra, but their number does not allow us to talk about the return of this modification to the market.

In 1983, already in the third generation of the Ford Mustang, the GT version with a 175-horsepower engine returned to the market. But due to the increased demand for more powerful cars compact class, the company enters into an agreement with the newly opened tuning studio of Steve Selin for the supply of “charged versions” to the market.

In 1984, the studio presented samples, and in 1985, it launched a modified version of the Mustang, which was named Saleen. These cars were luxurious and fast like no other Mustangs of the time.

In 1999, for the updated 4th generation model, the Cobra version with a 320-horsepower unit returned, and in 2003, the Mach 1 with a capacity of 305 “horses”. Boss with a 444 hp engine. returned to the market in 2012 and was produced only until 2013 inclusive.

So, let's summarize.
The GT modification was offered in all generations except the second. Shelby GT and Shelby Cobra from the Shelby studio were present in the Mustang line in the first, a little in the second and, starting from the fourth generation, constantly. Boss and Mach 1 appeared in the first generation in the late 60s. The Boss was offered to buyers only until the end of the first generation production and in the period 2012-2013, during the fifth generation Mustang era. The Mach 1 lived longer: it was also offered for the second generation until 1978, and then for the fourth, in the period 2003-2004. The modification from the Saleen tuning studio continues to be present in all generations, starting with the third.

In 2017, as part of the auto motor show held in Detroit, a presentation of the updated Ford models Mustang 2018-2019. For the most part, this is not a new model, but a restyling of the 6th generation, shown in 2014.

The car has two body types: a two-door coupe - fastback and convertible. The machine has wide range buyers, both in the USA and in Russia, because in addition to its legendary status, it is attractive in terms of price and reliability of the average car. It is actively purchased by men aged 30-40 who want to stand out in the crowd and have a fun weekend.

Design changes

Design changes are present both in the front of the car and in the rear. Not to say that they became drastic compared to the previous presentation of the car, but what the car received new look– it’s hard to argue with that. The changes affected the grille, LED optics, the hood, which became 10 mm lower, which gave the Mustang additional streamlining, the spoiler and exhaust pipes also changed.

In general, the car received a modern and aggressive appearance with bright body elements, but even in 2018-2019, the designers managed to preserve that same iconic appearance of primitiveness.

• Crimson;
• Blue;
• Orange.

In addition to these designs, the car also has 9 colors. There are also 11 wheel styles to choose from, each with unique design styles. We must admit that the buyer needs to choose the configuration of his model - this is not easy.

According to the classics, the front of the car is a huge 6-angled false radiator grille with coarse mesh filling and a massive logo in the very center. A small air duct is barely visible under it, which with a large “protrusion” of the lower lip of the bumpers gives the car an aggressive look. What attracts most attention is the front optics, with LED filling in the form of curved vertical stripes. A massive hood with numerous stampings hangs over the Ford Mustang's optics. Immediately below the front optics there are LED fog lights with horizontal orientation, which are only available as an option.

From the side the car looks very impressive: a long hood with a “hump”, “falling” A-pillars and a domed roof that turns into a short roof back. The image will be complemented by a high window sill line, rough edges and wide wheel arches, which have 20-inch wheels on low-profile tires.

The rear of the car got built led lights with vertical orientation, which are similar to the lights of the first Mustang, but have the stylization of today. Above them rises a spoiler, which is not available for all modifications, and the lower part is decorated with single or dual exhaust pipes (depending on the modification).

Dimensions:

• Length is 4784 mm;
• Width depends on body type - 1916 mm;
• Height – 1394 mm for the convertible and 1381 mm for the coupe version;
• The distance between the axles is 2720 mm.

Salon

The designers decided not to change the interior much. However, the model has a new feature in the form of a 12-inch color display. dashboard, which is located behind a standard 3-spoke steering wheel. In the basic version, the sports car is equipped with standard analog instruments with two wells and an on-board computer display.

The central dashboard in the center is decorated with three round air ducts, under which there is a small 8-inch display multimedia system Ford Mustang 2018-2019. Under it there is a large scattering of buttons, “knobs” and toggle switches, which are responsible for the audio system, climate system, heated and ventilated seats and much more.

The seats received good lateral support and an anatomical profile. The “charged” modifications feature Recaro buckets. The salon has a 4-seater layout, but perhaps only children can fit in the back, since free space There is practically no headroom or leg room.

In general, the car has very high quality finishing materials and a good level of assembly. For European competitors this salon still very far away, but for American manufacturers this is a high level.

The manufacturer did not deprive the owners and luggage compartment, the volume of which in the coupe version is 408 liters. The convertible boasts 332 liters thanks to a semi-automatic roof folding system. By the way, to fold the roof, the car needs to come to a complete stop.

Mustang 2018-2019 Specifications

Type	Volume	Power	Torque	Overclocking	Maximum speed	Number of cylinders
Petrol	2.3 l	317 hp	432 H*m	5.8 sec	250 km/h	4
Petrol	5.0 l	421 hp	530 H*m	4.8 sec	250 km/h	V8
Petrol	5.2 l	526 hp	583 H*m	3.9 sec	289 km/h	V8

There are two standard modifications and several charged ones, which differ in different parameters.

1. The most simple modification in his engine compartment has a 2.3 liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. Direct injection and high turbine pressure from the engine made it possible to “remove” 317 hp. and 432 Nm of thrust.
2. The standard GT version is equipped with a classic American V8 with a displacement of 5.0 liters. This atmospheric power plant produces up to 421 hp. and 530 Nm of torque.

Both of these engines work in tandem, as with a 6-speed manual transmission, and a 10-band automatic transmission.

The manufacturer also provides “charged” Ford modifications Mustang Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R. The letter “R” in the name denotes a lightweight body, carbon fiber wheels and “track” suspension settings. Otherwise, they have the same power filling, represented by a 5.2-liter V-shaped eight, which develops 533 horsepower and 582 Nm of torque. The engine works exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission.

The muscle car's suspension is completely independent. At the front it is represented by a double ball joint with stabilizer lateral stability, and behind are independent coil springs with pepper stabilizer. The car is also equipped with a MagneRide damping system. “Charged” versions of the 2018-2019 Ford Mustang are distinguished by aluminum steering knuckles.

The car has a powerful braking system with ventilated brake discs dimensions from 320 to 380 mm. According to the classics they are equipped electronic assistants And ABS systems, EBD. Shelby modifications received 15 and 15.5-inch wheels from Brembo with 6-piston calipers at the front and 4-piston calipers at the rear.

Dynamics and consumption

Standard version accelerates to 250 km/h, spending only 5.8 seconds on the first hundred kilometers. Fuel consumption in mixed cycle does not exceed 9 liters.

The GT version can please you with acceleration to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, and the top speed is limited to the same mark of 250 km/h. Mixed flow fuel - 12.5 liters.

In performance Shelby Ford is able to overcome the first hundred in 3.1 seconds, and the maximum speed is 285 km/h. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle here can be limited to 15 liters per 100 km during quiet driving.

Ford Mustang Price

The most affordable option in the US is basic modification with a 2.3-liter engine in a fastback body, the cost of this option starts from 1,780,000 rubles. The Premium package costs from 2,100,000 rubles. If a buyer wants to buy a convertible, then its minimum price will be 2,150,000 rubles.

GT prices:

• For the GT version you will have to pay at least 2,400,000 rubles;
• GT Premium – 2,750,000 rubles;
• GT Premium convertible – 3,100,000 rubles;
• Shelby GT350 – 4,000,000 rubles;
• Shelby GT350R – 4,500,000 rubles.

The standard version is equipped with:

• 7 airbags;
• ABS, EBD;
• Multimedia system display;
• LED optics;
• Cruise control;
• Rear view camera;
• Dual-zone climate control;
• 17-inch wheels.

Premium added:

• Leather trim;
• Seat ventilation;
• Voice control;
• Spoiler;
• 18-inch wheels;
• Pedal covers;
• Audio system with 9 speakers.

The GT version is different:

• Power plant;
• Exhaust system;
• Brakes;
• Nameplates;
• Seats.

The Shelby GT350 features:

• Unique design;
• Recaro seats;
• Reinforced manual transmission;
• MagneRide suspension;
• Productive motor;
• Brembo brakes;
• Premium class interior trim;
• Electronic dashboard.

The R version will surprise you:

• Carbon fiber rims;
• Adjustable exhaust;
• Carbon hood;
• Carbon spoiler;
• Audio system with 12 speakers.

Ford Mustang 2018-2019 is a car that gives emotions, and in addition to them, it is capable of giving a fast and confident ride, pressing on the “tail” European competitors. Adjusted for price.

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The Mustang car stands out especially. As the owner great history, this flagship quickly became one of the leaders, consolidating its position to this day. The history of the Ford Mustang during its existence has gone from the beginning of the model range, snatching the lion's share of the market, and has become a standard for buyers.

Start of the story

Initially, the brand was focused on the sports segment. The first car was released in 1964. It was immediately positively received by users due to its high technical specifications. The car appeared thanks to engineering solution Lee Iacocca. The “basis” for the Mustang was the Ford Thunderbird, which in 1954 was the standard representative of the sports class.

During the introduction of new models, Ford was not worried better times. Then they had problems with the Edsel that came out, which only created big losses. The manufacturer decided that researching the market for progressive development is an unprofitable process. But the fact remained and it had to be corrected. For this purpose, specialists from all departments were brought together to present it to the buyer with a united effort. This is how the Ford Mustang was born.

1964 movement

The first step was to create a social orientation for the car. It was also important to maintain the image. The creators were guided by Thunderbird, however, they wanted to get a more social orientation from it. For this purpose, the Monya model from the Corvair automobile line was taken. This made the car recognizable. Next, the designers took the body features from Lincoln Mark II due to its rather prominent hood, striking silhouette and small trunk.

In order for the Mustang to convey the assertiveness of the company's intentions, attention was paid to the sharp corners of the famous Maserati. This was complemented by a low rise, which was positively received by the average buyer. At the very beginning, the name of such a car was Cougar, which was accompanied by the same figure on the hood. The management changed the name just before the release of the series. On March 9, 1964, the market saw

Main advantages

It had a special modification that had an opening top. It used a special 28-liter V-type power plant. Thanks to its characteristics and attractive appearance, the car quickly reached the top sales position of the brand. Experts note the thoughtful design, which qualitatively distinguished the new product from its competitors. Since that time, many manufacturers began to copy the original style of the car.

In 1965, the company offered a special package of GT modifications: an improved control system, disc mechanisms on all wheels, precise suspension, unusual color for the body and exhaust system double type. Manufacturers went further, and already in 1966 the buyer could get one of 34 ways to decorate the car's interior.

Model Update

The idea of ​​developing the popular flagship was supported by the release of a sports modification. It was created jointly with Carroll Shelby specialists. This made it possible to obtain an engine power of 306 Horse power for the Shelby GT-350 and 360 hp model. With. for Shelby GT-350R. This was later supplemented by a Paxton supercharger, which increased power to 420 hp. With.

Since the process did not stand still, it was necessary to periodically update the parts of the Mustang. This was especially true for the Shelby GT 500, in which the horizontal inserts on the radiator were removed and an air splitter was attached to it. The engines also received changes in the form of 6 cylinders, although the V8 model was still relevant. Of course, each user could order increased power from Cobra, if 270 hp. With. was not enough for him.

Carroll Shelby GT 500

This model appeared in 1967. It included minor changes in the body and its increase by several centimeters. The general range of such modifications included new engine: previously it was 3.3 liters, with a power rating of 115 hp. With. Now it has been replaced by a V8 format, which had 7 liters and a power output of 355 hp. With. Actually, the increase in the size of the car made it possible to change the format.

Among the innovations, FMX is noted - a hydromechanical transmission, which provided control in both automatic and manual formats. Already in 1967, changes took place - Mustang production moved under Ford management Motor, and the original line received the Shelby prefix. This also changed the production format itself, closing the department for the production of sports cars.

In 1968, the history of the model was marked by new eight-cylinder engines. The company continued to allow users to choose their own Mustang features. Thus, you can choose among engine volumes from 3.3 to 7.0 liters. Power was also available at the discretion of the buyer from 115 to 390 horsepower. In the same year, the company introduced a modification of the Shelby GT-500KR, which has a seven-liter engine from the Ram Air 428 Cobra Jet. It is distinguished by a special method of air intake, which increases power to 410 hp. With.

Mustang modifications

An improvement in the model range was scheduled for 1969, when the length was increased by 10 cm. To expand its position in the market, the brand released cheap model E and the more expensive Grande. This was complemented by a special edition of the Boss flagships, which had engines of 290 and 302 hp. With. This allowed the company to take part in Trans Am racing, competing against the Chevrolet Camaro Z28.

This period was also marked by the appearance of the Mustang Boss 429. A set of eight-cylinder engine with 375 horsepower was complemented by lighter parts, which was provided by their special warehouse. Since such an engine had a lot of power, it was necessary to make a revision to the front suspension. Because of this, the shock absorbers were swapped, and the wishbones were moved lower by 25 mm. General improvements have also been made to the appearance and technical side. Buyers noted the exceptional maneuverability of the car.

Motion support

1974 was a memorable year Ford release a fundamentally new line of Mustang cars. The company worked hard to reduce the scale, but preserve the usual bodies. Such innovations were supported by the release of the next generation Cobra and Mach I engines. This was followed by the debut of the Mustang III in 1978. Characteristic features of the Mustang were pronounced angles and a body more familiar to European users.

In 1982, the targa and coupe body were introduced, and a year later the updated Convertible came off the assembly line. The company decided to pay attention to the speed class, so it organized the release of improved Mustang models. The result was the SVO in 1984, followed a year later by modifications to the familiar Mach and Cobra.

New format

Taking into account market trends, production decided to make changes to the fourth generation. This period occurred in 1997. The format of the body elements was corrected, in which the lighting equipment was reorganized (it was positioned vertically). IN next year an improved SVT with 320 hp was introduced. With. Alas, in practice it was not possible to develop such a speed indicator, so the production of the model had to be quickly closed.

The new millennium began with a redesign of the automotive range. It has become typical for Mustang to have a brutal appearance. This affected the installation of new headlights, bumpers and even the hood. The wheel arches began to have a steeper angle. The interior also received a new 4.6-liter engine, which allowed it to reach speeds of up to 240 km/h. The same applied to the emblem - the familiar horse acquired a chrome edging.

In the trend of the times

In 2003, the 10th anniversary of the release of the famous SVT line of cars took place. For this event, Ford introduced a new modification for the Mustang. In its current version, buyers had access to the car in two versions: convertible and coupe. Exactly 2003 of these cars were produced, which corresponded to the year. The Mustang's power was provided by a 390-horsepower supercharger. s., as well as a valve-type engine from Triton. All this complemented independent suspension and the possibility of ordering a modification with a 5-speed transmission.

The anniversary production had differences in appearance. The 17-inch wheels were gold-plated and had double spokes. On the panel was the name 10th anniversary with an image of a cobra in a throw. The user had several color options to choose from: Silver Metallic, Black Clearcoat and Torch Red. The interior was equipped with red leather and carbon fiber inserts.

Mustang SVT Cobra

During the Mustang's anniversary, Ford created a new product Mustang GT-R. It included modern engine aluminum-based V8 with two camshafts. The power of the new product was able to reach 440 hp. s., which complemented the torque of 542 Nm. The company allowed the client to make changes to technological features device, selecting power up to 500 horsepower.

In 2005, a performance took place in Detroit, where the Mustang GT-R was shown. This is a new generation, focused on the sports class. It had an improved platform in which it was installed powerful engine, rugged design and improved stability. The designers worked especially hard on the interior, making it truly sporty. Thanks to complete redesign, the new product quickly took a leading position.

Thus, car row Ford is still one of the leaders today. Buyers choose this brand because of its High Quality And modern capabilities. Also classic models are successful and are often used in cinema. The history of the creation of the legendary Ford Mustang is based on the right decisions that led the company to success.

When choosing a car, many try to highlight the main quality that is worth paying attention to. But this increases the possibility of getting shortcomings from the purchase, because the manufacturer rarely cares about a balanced assembly. This does not apply to Ford, which has been proving its quality and reliability for a long time.

The first generation Ford Mustang was first shown at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964 and made a great impression on spectators. The initial version of the car with a 2.8-liter engine (102 hp) accelerated only to 150 km/h. But the list of options included V8 engines with a power of up to 380 hp, an automatic transmission and a lot of other equipment. The first Ford Mustang was offered in three body styles: coupe, fastback and convertible. Over the years of production, it has lengthened from 4613 to 4923 mm.

The production of the first models continued until 1973. In total, almost three million first-generation cars saw the light of day. The "base" version was priced at $2,368 (roughly $18,500 these days).

2nd generation, 1973–1978

The second Ford Mustang, shortened to 4445 mm, developed on the basis of the compact one, was released in 1973. The cars were equipped with a 2.3 liter four (89 hp), a 2.8 V6 (106 hp) or a 4.9 liter V8 (131-141 hp). The car was offered in two versions: a two-door coupe or a three-door hatchback

Despite poor dynamics and poor handling, about 1.1 million cars were sold until 1978, with prices starting at $3,134.

3rd generation, 1978–1993

The third generation Ford Mustang lasted on the assembly line from 1978 to 1993. At this time, it was again lengthened to 4562 mm, and lighter materials were used for production. The previous engine range was supplemented by a 2.3-liter turbo-four (118 hp), and more powerful (up to 203 hp) engines with fuel injection began to appear under the hoods of Mustangs only in 1983.

The result of the restyling of the “third” Mustang in 1986 was the Mustang SVT, boosted to 238 hp. "eight" 4.9 liters. In just 15 years, 2.6 million third-generation cars were produced. The car was also sold at American market under the name .

4th generation, 1993–2004

GM's plans to revive the model prompted Ford to develop the fourth generation Mustang in 1993. New car was based on a reinforced old platform. Wheelbase increased slightly, the brakes became disc brakes in the “base”, and ABS was installed at an additional cost.

The “basic” version of the “fourth” Mustang was equipped with 3.8-liter V6 engines (147-193 hp), and the GT, Cobra and Mach I versions were equipped with 4.9 V8 engines (218-243 hp) and 4.6 liters (264-390 hp). From that time on, only models with coupe or convertible bodies began to go on sale. The starting price increased from $10,810 to $13,365 (about $22,000 today).

In 1998, during restyling, the exterior of the car was redesigned in the spirit of New Edge design, sound insulation was improved, and traction control system, and the top versions of the Cobra received an independent rear suspension. Production of the fourth generation Mustang ended in 2004, by which time approximately 1.6 million vehicles had been produced.

5th generation, 2004–2014

The first copy of the fifth generation Ford Mustang was released in 2004. The new cars had a simplified suspension and interior; the cars were based on their own D2C platform.

The new Mustang was equipped with V6 4.0 (231 hp) and V8 4.6 liter (304-450 hp) engines combined with five- and six-speed manual transmission gears or a five- and six-speed automatic transmission. “Charged” versions with V8s 5.4 and 5.8 produced up to 672 hp.

The cost of the “basic” model was $19,000 (about $24,000 today). In 2009, the car underwent a restyling, but this did not save it from declining sales.

6th generation, 2014

The sixth generation Ford Mustang sports car debuted on the American market in September 2014, and in 2015 the car officially began to be sold in Europe - for the first time in the history of the model. The Ford company has refused to sell Mustangs in Russia.

Coupes and convertibles are equipped with a 2.3 EcoBoost turbo engine (317 hp) or naturally aspirated engine V8 5.0 with a capacity of 421 hp. s., and the Ford Mustang is also equipped with a V6 3.7 engine that develops 300 horsepower. Cars are equipped with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission with the same number of steps. All versions have rear wheel drive.

In American Ford market Mustang is offered at a price of 23.5 thousand dollars, in Western Europe the car costs from 35 thousand euros.