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The Mustang would become the best-selling convertible in 1966, with 72,119 sold, beating the number two Impala by almost 2:1. [35] The 1965 and 1966 Mustangs are differentiated by variations in the exterior, despite the similar design. These variations include the cove molding on the rear quarter panels behind the doors.
The Shelby Mustang is a high-performance variant of the Ford Mustang built by Shelby American from 1965 to 1967 and by the Ford Motor Company from 1968 to 1970. In 2005, Ford revived the Shelby nameplate for a high-performance model of the fifth-generation Ford Mustang .
The 250 cu in (4.1 L) inline-six engine was offered in 1969 in the Mustang, and 1970 in compact Ford cars (Maverick). The 250 was a stroked 200, made by increasing the stroke from 3.126 to 3.91 in (79.4 to 99.3 mm). Output was 155 hp (116 kW) in the Mustang, and the 250 became the base engine in 1971.
In 1966, a 199 cu in (3.3 L) version of the 232 replaced the OHV and L-head 195.6 cu in (3.2 L) engines in AMC cars. Both the 199 and 232 featured a 3 + 3 ⁄ 4 in (95.3 mm) bore, and either a 3 in (76.2 mm) or 3 + 1 ⁄ 2 in (88.9 mm) stroke. The 199 was discontinued in 1970; the 232 was offered alongside the 258 cu in (4.2 L) (made by using a ...
While the Big Three automakers in the U.S. were focusing on high performance during the early 1960s, AMC ran advertising that said: "Why don't we enter high-performance Rambler V-8s in racing? Because the only race Rambler cares about is the human race." [52] [53] Nevertheless, the 1965 Marlin was an attempt to attract younger customers.
1984 introduced the high-performance Mustang SVO, which featured a 2.3 L turbocharged and intercooled four-cylinder engine and unique bodywork. The Mustang celebrated its 20th anniversary with a special GT350 model in white with red interior and red lower-bodyside rocker stripes. 1985 Mustangs received another front-fascia restyle.
The 2016 Mustang GT/CS offers 435 hp stock with a 6-speed automatic transmission as well as a manual. One of the signature additions to the GT/CS package are the Ebony Leather/Miko Suede Seat Inserts with Red Contrast Stitching and Embossed Logo. Under the hood is a performance strut tower brace with the special "California Special" badge.
A dealer-installed Rally-Pac cost US$75.95, a considerable sum in 1964. The accessory's usefulness combined with its rarity make original units highly collectable among Ford enthusiasts. Reproduction Rally-Pacs are available from a number of Mustang restoration sources as well. [1] [2] The Rally-Pac was discontinued at the end of the 1966 model ...