The Ford Mustang is one of the most admired power cars of the last century. From its first launch in 1964 the Mustang sports car has been breaking more that speed records. It has inspired so many other later models of car from other manufacturers. The convertible Mustang ranks still as one of the most sought after speed cars with its head turning appeal and class look. A Mustang speed car can cover a quarter of a mile in less than 8 seconds. Whilst the styling has be changed over the years to keep its looks up to date, it has unique intrinsic qualities that other cars just cannot compare. Mustang, as a name, exudes images of speed, power. Anyone who has had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of one can experience the thrill of top end motoring. The solid interiors, with body-hugging upholstery and impressive dashboard let you know you have a car indeed. When you turn the key and rev the horsepower, the distinctive deep throat roar is one hell of an adrenalin releaser. The Mustang latest models have been refined to offer all kinds of personalised options and extras.

To give the car its ultimate respect, many other models were styled on its looks. Ford built some intrinsic properties in their Capri, trying to get a double hit on sales and the idea was also followed by the Camaro and Toyota Celica which have a striking resemblance, particularly with their sloping backs.

Mustangs have collectors clubs all around the world and models of all years are caringly polished and maintained to a high level. The first models that were produced between 1964 and 1973 would probably not pass many of the stringent design restrictions placed on modern cars today. The sloping pointed front grill would be deemed a safety hazard. Whilst it was regarded as a key part of the design in those days, this look is now considered dated and old fashioned. The second generation, 74-78 followed the changing trends and were smaller to be more economical than their former types. There have been 5 distinct generations of the Mustang moving up to the present day and each era has responded to the changing demands of design legislation and public need.

The D2C platform of today’s models retro coupe muscle machines have returned to some of the earlier shell shapes of the 70’s, which is probably Mustangs most famous identity mould. Its V6 Gt version comes with a five speed gear box that really allows the car to burn the rubber.

The name and the phenomena look to go on for a long time yet. 2009 is set to witness the newest model of the Mustang stable with similar attributes to the current make. What has become a motoring institution from the days when sales shot past the million mark in 1964 looks like motoring on for a while yet.