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Following the launch of the concept and show cars of 1962 and 1963, the Ford Mustang was released to the public in April 1964, complete with two body styles--the hardtop coupe and the convertible. What came to be known as the "pony car" was an outstanding success and it took only until 1966 before the millionth Mustang stormed off the assembly line. "The Complete Mustang follows the history and technological developments of the car that has captured the heart of American. From the 1963 prototype and 2+2 Fastback, back in 1964, through the high-performance Shelbys, the 1978 King Cobra and the "new breed" Fox Mustang, with its popular 5.0-liter-of-the-pack, engine, and on to the SN-95 and the SVT Cobra to today's Mustang Mach 1, this book tackles all the great models. Each legendary car comes with detailed specifications, information and production features, and color photography, alongside an extensive narrative text that leads the reader sequentially through Mustang's exuberant history. For all Mustang enthusiasts and car devotees, this is an invaluable insight and comprehensive guide to a perrenial favorite.
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The Complete Mustang follows the history and technological developments of the car that has captured the heart of American. From the 1963 prototype and 2+2 Fastback, back in 1964, through the high-performance Shelbys, the 1978 King Cobra and the "new breed" Fox Mustang, with its popular 5.0-liter-of-the-pack, engine, and on to the SN-95 and the SVT Cobra to today's Mustang Mach 1, this book tackles all the great models. Each legendary car comes with detailed specifications, information and production features, and color photography, alongside an extensive narrative text that leads the reader sequentially through Mustang's exuberant history. For all Mustang enthusiasts and car devotees, this is an invaluable insight and comprehensive guide to a perrenial favorite.- This lavish, profusely illustrated, large format book is a fantastic tribute to a legend that celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2004- A model-by-model history of one of America's most exciting and classic automobiles- Includes detailed model specifications, production figures, and developments in styling and power, alongside an erudite narrative- Ultimate book for Mustang fansAbout the AuthorMike Mueller is a freelance automotive journalist residing in Georgia. He has written thousands of enthusiast magazine articles and has authored or contributed to more than 20 books.
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