Ford Mustang I Experimental Sports Car at Pacific Grand Prix, Laguna Seca, October 1962
Ford Mustang I Experimental Sports Car at Pacific Grand Prix, Laguna Seca, October 1962
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Artifact Overview
Ford Motor Company caused a sensation in the automotive press when it unveiled Mustang I in October 1962. The two-seat concept car featured a sleek aluminum body, retractable headlights, and a mid-mounted V-4 engine sourced from Ford's German subsidiary. Never intended for sale, Mustang I's purpose was to generate interest in Ford. By that measure, it was a complete success.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Digital image
Subject Date
19 October 1962 - 20 October 1962
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2009.158.317.2400
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Technique
Digital imaging
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 1795 pixel
Width: 1204 pixel
Resolution: 72 dpi
Depth: 24 bit
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