The Ford Mustang is an American sports car introduced by Ford in 1964, widely credited with creating the pony car class of affordable, compact, sporty coupes with long hoods and short rear decks. Built continuously through multiple generations into the twenty first century, it remains one of the best selling sports cars in history and a lasting symbol of 1960s American car culture.
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SignificanceThe Ford Mustang created and defined the pony car segment, becoming one of the most successful vehicle launches in automotive history. 1 Manufacturer or Builder Connections
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1. Wikipedia: Ford Mustang
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Originally predicted to sell 100,000 vehicles yearly, the 1965 Mustang became the most successful vehicle launch since the 1927 Model A.
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