What do you like most about your Ford Mustang

What do you like most about your Ford Mustang

Ask a Mustang enthusiast what they like most about their pony car and you’re sure to hear some familiar responses. Performance, power, and history are some common themes. While answers may vary, one thing remains the same. Mustang owners love their cars. With 50 years of collective automotive history beneath its wheels, it’s easy to see why.

Recently a number of Mustang owners were asked, “What do you like most about your Ford Mustang?” Their responses say it all.

The Mustang "Time" Machine

“Besides all the obvious reasons like they are fun to drive, they are America’s favorite pony car with 50 years of history, its great styling and the fact that it puts you in touch with such other great people that share your passion of the Mustang, the reason I most enjoy my Mustang is because it's like a time machine. When I get behind the wheel, it's like being instantly taken back to a better day. It stirs up fond memories of my younger years and fun times I have experienced. But it's not only me that’s affected that way. So often, while driving or showing the fastback, I meet people who are affected the same way. People who want to share a story about a Mustang they used to have or one that a friend or relative gave them rides in. It takes you back to a simpler time, and I guess that's what owning a classic Mustang is all about!”

—Dana Bowers

One Word

“Power.”

—Tod Ziegler

A Picture Tells a Thousand Words

“A picture tells a thousand words, and I like the looks I get when I drive down the street.”

—Robert Klein (Boss 302 Mustang Owner)

Made in America

“Mustangs have a unique handsomeness. Each time I see one passing by I look and admire the ‘body’. I also love the sound of the car’s engine. I own a 2008 hard top Mustang. I love passing others with ease on the highway. I guess I just love everything about Mustangs, and Mustang is ‘Made in America!’”

—Bea Napolitano

Smiles from Onlookers

“It's the reaction it gets from people of all ages and genders - ooohs and aaaahhs, broad smiles and many 'thumbs up.' The money and labor spent on it through the years makes it all worthwhile. I can't think of a better way to enjoy the summer and bring a little happiness to all who see it.”

—Ken Wappler,

Cambridge, Ontario

Mine all Mine!

“NO ROOM FOR BABY CAR SEATS!  I have a Honda CRV for the grandkids. My green Mustang is ‘My’ treat!”

—Braclann

Pride of the Herd

“The sexiest body lines of any car. The joy and sensation of driving a true American heritage! Made In America for 50 Years! The pride of the herd!”

—Josh Lepage

A Stance that Never Ages

“I will first tell you about my 1968 Mustang. Obviously I love everything about the car. I've had it for 43 years. But if I had to really nail down one thing I like most, it’s the car’s ageless design. It just never gets old to look at. The color scheme doesn't hurt the car either. It’s Diamond Blue with a black vinyl roof and C stripes along with chrome mags. That classic Mustang stance never ages. As for my 2009 Mustang, it has to be the fact that it’s a California Special. I believe Ford nailed it that year with the design and paid true homage to the original CS cars of old.”

—Tom Webb

Girl Racer Memories

“What do I love most about my 1991 LX 5.0 convertible Mustang? I love the fact that it takes me back to my glory days. It reminds me of being young and drag racing Camaros and winning. Then watching the expressions on the boys' faces when they realized that they had just been beaten by a girl. Now I love driving around, under the speed limit, in the slow lane, with my lovely fiancé and daughter in the car.”

—Denise Decker

A Common Link through the Years

“The one thing that stands out in my mind (since I have a restored 1964 1/2 coupe) is how this car actually has connected my generation (I am 62 years old) with the generation that has followed, and even their children. It was, and still is, a car that has ‘never gotten old’ in their eyes. It has maintained that reputation due to the fact it looks youthful, cool, and even sporty to them. I have a ball telling them about the car, its roots, and how it was launched successfully back in 1964 in the face of naysayers and critics of the American car manufacturers who they said the car would flop!

—Doug Crawford

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The First Mustang in Town

 “When something like a car stirs your soul and memories how can it not be your love?  My dad was the first in Carey, a small town in Ohio, to get the 1965 Mustang. I was so proud that ‘my’ dad was getting a Mustang. The hype around the car was incredible.  I was instantly raised to stardom amongst my classmates. When the car was on backorder, my stardom began to wane. Soon my classmates were saying that the car really wasn't coming even though I assured them it was. My dad's uncle called him one day. ‘How is my favorite nephew? Do you have that fancy car yet?’ ‘No’, was my dad's sad answer. ‘Well, I know Lee Iacocca and I'll get you your car!’ The next week the car arrives and my stardom was restored as we drove through town with the top down and me waving to all my friends from the top of the back seat. My heart found a new love. Fast forward six years when I was looking for my own car. Dad tried to steer me to the little Buick type coupe of the day but they were just....boring! Then, I saw it! My 1965 dark blue coupe and I knew that I had come home! It filled my heart with power and burning rubber like nothing else! I was sad when we sold it but marriage and family dictated that we needed a truck. Fast forward 19 years to my son who announces that he wants a Mustang for his first car. After his car was purchased the Mustang heartbeat rekindled in our hearts. The timing was perfect and we ended up with three ponies in the corral in the next four years. We felt very foolish spending retirement stock options restoring cars but not anymore. It was Enron stock! So, it is the car itself that we love. Not a particular year or body style but the way THAT car makes you feel in your heart!”

—Ann Clack, Mt. Hood Mustangs and Fords Secretary, MAP 50 Committee

Oregon

My Stable of Ponies

“I have four Mustangs; A one-of-one 2000 Saleen supercharged roaster, a 1999 anniversary model, a 1991 GT vert tricked out, and an absolutely gorgeous 1966. What I like best is they are Fords. They all run good. I traded at 1967 Chevelle SS for the Saleen. Everyone has Novas, Chevelles, and Camaros, but not many people have Saleens, or even a 1966 Mustang for that matter. I took the 1966 to a cruise. It was the only one there. It has a Rangoon Red exterior with red and black interior, carbon fiber inserts in the seats, and a B&M Pro ratchet shifter. That Mustang always draws a crowd. Well, as you can see, I definitely love mustangs. Oh, I had a 1967 Shelby Cobra GT500 too. It was bad to the bone, but that’s a different story!”

—Barry

Pennsylvania

Source : about.com