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Mustang History

If you have ever wondered about old races, industry legends, or Mustang history, we’ll cover many of the things that helped mold our passion. From tips on identifying a 1964 1/2 Mustang to the history of the Mustang GT. Take a look at our historical articles below as we pay tribute to the past.

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1965 Ford Mustang Shelby GT 350 - Special Delivery
In February 1965, someone desperately wanted one of the new Shelby G.T. 350s for Ford's new-car display at the Chicago Auto Show. According to the Shelby American Automobile Club's '65-'67 Registry,... more
1967 Ford Mustang GT - GT Under Pressure
For a while, Jerry Choate thought perhaps he had bitten of more than he could restore on a deadline.... more
A Date with the Queen - Beach Cities Mustang Club
As car shows go, Mustangs at the Queen Mary enjoys one of the nicest venues in the country with a breath-taking view of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach skyline, and the RMS Queen Mary docked nearby.... more
How to: Build a 429 Super Cobra Jet
At 375 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque, the 385-series 429ci big-block was the most powerful factory engine ever installed in a first generation Mustang.... more
How To Diagnose Gauge Problems
Chances are there are mote than a few of our readers who are driving around in their vintage or Fox Mustangs with a gauge or two not working.... more
How To: Reseal Power Steering Cylinders
The basic principle of power steering—hydraulics—hasn’t changed much since the Mustang was introduced nearly a half century ago. It has been said you could move the world with the fluid power of... more
Ford Racing MSVTA Handling Pack Suspension Kit Install
With the release of the all-new Mustang chassis in 2005, Ford engineers finally stepped away from the antiquated Fox-era modified McPherson strut design and non-parallel four-link rear suspension to... more
Vintage Tech Advice March 2013 - Beyond the Basics
I own a ’67 Mustang and I’m trying to figure out if the carburetor on the 289 is original. It’s an Autolite/Motorcraft 4300 but I’m told that the 289s came with a 4100.... more
1965 Ford Mustang GT 350 - Rare Finds
The car poking out of the attached garage did not resemble a stock Mustang, let alone a Shelby. What was the strange drooping front end?... more
Ford Mustang Shelby Gt 500 - Dream Shelbys
As SVT chief engineer, Jamal Hameedi drives a 2013 Shelby GT 500 every day.... more
Steve Saleen at Carlisle
Noted Mustang builder and racer Steve Saleen will be making a guest appearance at the Ford... more
One-Off 1967 Shelby GT500 Super Snake Fetches $1.3 Million at Mecum
Thanks to auctions such as Mecum, we get to witness some amazing, rare classics roll across the... more
Collector Car Appreciation Day
With summer just around the corner, Collector Car Appreciation Day is only a few weeks away.... more
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Want to have the spotlight on your classic or modern Mustang? We are always looking for loyal... more
Power Steering Brackets
Hi, I am hoping a fellow Mustang'er will be able to help, thanks in advance. I am looking for the... more
1967 C4 Pump stuck in trans body
I've decided to do my own trans rebuild. Got the videos & watched them. Seems straight forward when... more
Engine Rebuild
I have a 1966 Mustang with a straight 6 so far I have replaced the 1bbl carb to a 2bbl carb. I want... more
73 mustang trunk emblem
I am replacing my trunk lid on my 73 coupe. The old lid did not have the Mustang emblem on it and... more
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