The Ford Mustang is undeniably one of the most iconic and important cars to ever enter the automotive market. It ushered in a new era of vehicles the American public had never seen before and immediately captured the attention and imaginations of nearly everyone.
1964 was a great year in American history. First, the Beatles made their unforgettable appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, and then two months and nine days later, the production Ford Mustang appeared at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964.
That first year of production, which was really only half a year, Ford sold an astounding 126,538 Mustangs. It was clear-Americans loved the Mustang.
Because of its sleek styling and immense popularity, the Mustang earned the attention of longtime racer, Carroll Shelby. He saw the potential for the Mustang to be a true racer, so he took 100 Mustangs to Los Angeles and modified them into what would be called the GT 350. He got rid of the rear seats and added large front disc brakes, a fiberglass hood, lowered suspension, and oversized tires. Today, these Mustangs, and others he produced through 1970, are the most desirable Mustangs ever built.
