Press Packet, "Ford Mustang," for Release April 13, 1964

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Artifact Overview

Ford supported the 1965 Mustang's launch with an extensive publicity campaign. Advertisements appeared in some 2,600 newspapers across the country; prime time television commercials ran on all three broadcast networks; and toys, models and promotional tie-in products introduced the Mustang to people of all ages. Press releases highlighted the car's style, technical specifications and optional equipment.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Press kit

Date Made

1964

Subject Date

13 April 1964

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

64.167.175.58

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Blue
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 11.125 in.
Width: 8.875 in.

Inscriptions

On front cover: FORD / MUSTANG / FOR RELEASE: / P.M.'S MONDAY, APRIL 13, 1964