Ford Mustang I, Rear View, Advanced Styling Studio, May 25, 1962
THF266588 / Ford Mustang I, Rear View, Advanced Styling Studio, May 25, 1962
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Artifact Overview
Ford Motor Company caused a sensation in the automotive press when it unveiled Mustang I in 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
Photographic print
Subject Date
25 May 1962
Creators
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
78.300.1310.1.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 10 in
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