1965 Mustang Convertible was introduced at the
1964 New York World's Fair,
1965 Mustang Mania instantly swept the country, and a new automotive market
segment was created - the 2+2 or better known as the
pony car. Though its
mechanical underpinnings descended from the Ford Falcon, the
Mustang
was
completely different. It was a compact, tight, clean package weighing in at
a modest 2,550 pounds - a departure from the ever-enlarging American cars of
the day. The classic long-hood short-rear-deck combined with a
forward-leaning grille, elegant blade bumpers, sculptured body sides, fully
exposed wheel openings and restrained use of bright trim gave the car a
unique look that belied its affordability. Its looks were backed up with
power, providing three optional Ford V8 engines with up to
271 horsepower. Other
options included automatic transmission, power steering and brakes, styled
chrome wheels and air conditioning. Not surprisingly, the entry-level modes
were a minority of the production.
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