1964 - 1973
1964 1/2 - 1973
The first-generation Ford Mustang was manufactured from March 1964 until 1973. The introduction of the Mustang created a new class of automobile known as the pony car. The Mustang is the only car from the original “pony car” class to have remained in uninterrupted production over the five plus decades since its introduction.
Among early awards the Mustang was awarded the Tiffany Gold Medal Award, the only car to recieve this award. It's explained, Henry Ford II, then chairman and CEO of the Ford Motor Company, worked with the famed jeweler to create this award out of thin air. He wanted to add to the publicity punch of the Mustang’s launch at the World’s Fair.
Ray and Lola Baker - 1964 1/2 coupe
1964 1/2 Mustang coupe
289 cid, 4 bbl, 4 speed, factory air conditioning
Ray’s Uncle, Ken Eden, was the original owner of the car. We have owned the car since 1994.
Larry and Debbie Brunatti — 1968
This is a highly optioned 1968 S-code Mustang GT convertible, dressed up in Acapulco Blue paint The drive train is a 390 V-8, 4-speed, with a 3.00 limited slip rear axle.
Not only does it have factory air and a tilt wheel, but what really makes this car unique is its tilt away steering wheel.
The car was originally sold through a Ford dealership in Dallas, TX on August 30, 1968 and I purchased it from a classic car dealer in Seattle, WA. in 2018.
Dayton and Phala Amey — 1969
Our 1969 Mach 1 was purchased used in 1972 and has been part of the family ever since. The car is essentially the base Mach 1 model with some factory options such as power steering, power disc brakes and automatic transmission.
More recently when the tired engine was rebuilt, roller lifters and roller rocker arms were installed as was an original 4V manifold fitted with EFI system tucked under the stock air cleaner.
It still runs with its original base 351 cu inch 2V Windsor engine. However over the years a few upgrades have been added. Spoilers were the first addition, followed by dual exhausts. The car has had one repaint in the original color back in the 1980’s after suffering a mild rear end collision.
Rick Greytak - 1965
Factory GT bought new by my brother in California
All original
Bob Moran - 1966
“Plain Jane”
I'm a survivor
My first owner was a pretty 21-year-old lady, I was her first car, she felt "sporty" when she drove me. I took her to college, she got her degree. But then I sat while she grew up, raised a family. I sat and waited for another "sporty" day.
Her nephew, a young Navy guy bought me, I was happy, I was still in the family. He drove me to fun places. I saw Star Wars at a drive in when it came out. He went to sea, I sat for months waiting for him to come home. I had to be jump started, I fell asleep sitting so long. But he too one day tucked me away, he grew up and raised a family.
One day I awoke, he remembered me. I got new parts, new life … OH MY!!! He taught his 16-year-old son about me, and together they breathed new life into me. I live in warmer climates now, no more salty cold roads. But I'm a survivor, I'm not polished and restored, but I'm pretty, my owner tells me all the time.
Dave Bishop - 1966
My Mustang is a 1966 C-code convertible. It was restored nearly 30 years ago to MCA Concours Driven standards with the help of a couple of our club’s founding members, Jerry Overholt and John Watjen. It has won several Gold and Silver awards at national events in that class.
It is equipped with a 289 engine, automatic transmission, and power steering. The candy apple red exterior is complemented by a parchment deluxe “pony” interior. I am just the second owner of this car which was sold new at Sarasota (then Anderson) Ford. I acquired it in the early 90’s after this rust-free car had been stored indoors for at least 10 years. The original owner told me she bought it new off the show room floor. Several years ago, I displayed it there again in preparation for our club’s annual show. Not many folks can say their car was on the same dealer’s floor 50 years apart!
Rick Holland - 1969
1969 Mustang sports roof, with the sport’s appearance package. 302 engine, C4 automatic transmission
air conditioning , power steering and power disk brakes from the factory. It was a Memphis car from new until I bought it and brought it to Florida.
Karl Mohr - 1967
Nicknamed Turq for its distinctive Frost Turquoise finish, that Ford used several shades of in the 60’s.
Purchased by my Father in April 1971 as the 2nd owner for $1,650, he elevated to cool Dad status. Sold new in Indianapolis, it was driven daily until his retirement in 1980. It’s a V-8, 289 ci, automatic with power steering, now with power brakes and front disc. It’s an unrestored survivor, with portions repaired/painted due to accidents and salt repair.
Turq had never left Indiana until 1999, when it was shipped to Florida. It has been driven to Nashville in 2004 for the Mustang 40th anniversary celebration. Also driven twice to Barber Motorsports in Birmingham for Mustang anniversary events. It is a special member of our family and still runs great with 89,000 miles.
George Okada - 1969
I bought my ’69 Mach 1 in 1986 as a “basket case” for $150 on Long Island, NY. It has been a labor of love since then, with innumerable hours and lots of, blood, sweat, and beers along the way! It’s currently powered by a 460 cubic inch, Windsor-based Man-O-War motor, backed up by a Tremec TKO 600 transmission, and a 35-spline Detroit Locker rear end. The color is Acapulco Blue, which is the original paint code for this car.
I drove it down to Bradenton from New York in 2013 and the car performed flawlessly, except for a blowout on I-95, which was no fun! But I’ve been having nothing but fun in her, both on the street (especially at Ponies Under the Palms) and at Bradenton Motorsports Park, ever since!!