A Gallery of Ford Mustangs Through the Years

The Ford Mustang has stood the test of time. With its introduction in 1964, enthusiasts around the world have come to identify the Mustang as a power-performance machine. Here are pictures of the original "pony car's" progression through the years:

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The Mustang I Concept Car

Old mustang — Photo © Ford Motor Company

During its public debut, racecar driver Dan Gurney drove the Mustang I concept car around Watkins Glen in New York before the U.S. Grand Prix in October 1962. The Mustang I, although sporty, did not make the cut as a future Mustang contender. Ford thought the vehicle would be too costly to produce and would not attract consumers due to its two-seater setup.

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The Mustang I Concept Car

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The Mustang I could run 0 to 60 mph in as little as 10 seconds.

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1964 1/2 Mustang

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Here's the original 1964 1/2 Mustang.

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1966 Mustang

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Take a peek at the popular 1966 Ford Mustang.

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1968 Mustang

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This is a 1968 Ford Mustang.

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1968 GT 390 Mustang 'Bullitt' Car

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This replica of the 1968 Mustang Fastback GT 390 that co-starred with Steve McQueen in the movie "Bullitt" retraces some of the original San Francisco streets from the movie's famous chase scene.

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1969 Boss 302 Mustang

Photo Courtesy of Ford Motor Company & David Newhardt/ Mustang - Forty Years

Larry Shinoda designed the original Boss 302 special-edition Ford Mustang. The car, which was offered in 1969 and 1970, was a high-performance machine built to compete in the Trans Am Racing series. The car became a highlight in the history of the Ford Mustang.

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1970 Mustang

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This is the 1970 Ford Mustang.

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1970 Boss 302 Mustang

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Here's designer Shinoda's 1970 version of the Boss 302 Mustang.

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1972 Mustang

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This is the 1972 Ford Mustang.

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1976 Mustang

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Take a peek at the 1976 Ford Mustang.

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1978 Mustang

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1978 was a great year for the Ford Mustang.

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1981 Mustang

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This is the 1981 Ford Mustang.

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1983 Mustang

1983 Ford Mustang. Photo Courtesy of Ford Motor Company

The 1983 Ford Mustang was popular in its day.

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1992 1/2 Mustang

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This is the 1992 1/2 Ford Mustang.

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1993 Mustang GT

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Take a peek at the 1993 Ford Mustang GT.

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1999 Mustang SVT Cobra

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In 1999, the Ford Mustang SVT Cobra made its debut.

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2003 Mach 1 Mustang

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In 2003, Ford launched the Mach 1 Mustang.

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2008 'Bullitt' Mustang

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In 2008, Ford released the second special-edition Bullitt Mustang to commemorate the movie "Bullitt," in which a Dark Highland Green 1968 Mustang GT 390 raced through the streets of San Francisco. The first special-edition was released in 2001.

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2009 Mustang With Glass Roof

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In 2009 Ford offered a Mustang with a glass rooftop available on both the 4.0-liter V6 Mustang and the 4.6-liter GT.

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2010 Mustang GT

The 2010 Mustang GT featured more V-8 power than its predecessor, with 315 horsepower.

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2011 V6 Mustang

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Designed to deliver more power and better fuel economy, the 2011 model was the first V6 Mustang to feature a 3.7-liter Duratec 24-valve engine boasting an impressive 305 horsepower and 280 foot-pounds. of torque.

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2011 Mustang GT

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In 2011, a new 5.0-liter V8 engine returned as part of the Mustang GT lineup. The GT Mustang produced 412 horsepower and 390 foot-pounds of torque thanks to its "Coyote" V8 engine.

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2012 Mustang V6

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The Ford Mustang returned for the 2012 model year relatively unchanged.

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2012 Boss 302 Mustang

Photo Courtesy of Aaron Gold

Ford brought the iconic Boss 302 Mustang back for the 2012 model year. The car sported 444 horsepower and 380 foot-pounds of torque.

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2013 Mustang GT

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The Ford Mustang returned for the 2013 model year with a revised design, more technology, and a new Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang powered by an aluminum 5.8-liter supercharged V8 producing 650 horsepower and 600 foot-pounds of torque. The Mustang GT got a power increase to 420 horsepower. Other highlights included an optional six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission, a GT Track Package, and a new 4.2-inch LCD productivity screen that offered drivers information on fuel economy and vehicle performance.

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2013 Boss 302 Mustang

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Ford’s Boss 302 Mustang, which returned to the Mustang lineup for the 2012 model year, was set to complete its two-year run in 2013. The most notable change for the new year was a hockey stick graphics package. Featuring reflective stripes, the package was reminiscent of those found on the 1970 Boss 302.

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2014 Mustang GT

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This model year, which was the last for the Ford Mustang S197 platform, featured minimal changes over the 2013 year. Aside from a few exterior color changes and some package updates, there were no interior updates or functional equipment changes.

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2015 Mustang GT

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On Dec. 5, 2013, Ford officially revealed the new 2015 Ford Mustang. According to Ford, the car, which featured a completely revamped design, was inspired by 50 years of Ford Mustang heritage.