Ford says that today, one of every two sports cars sold in America is a Mustang. It now has a loyal following of fans, largely because of sticking to its recipe for style, selection and affordable performance since it was introduced back in 1964.
A strong owner community and culture have also helped earned the Mustang record-setting status, and now, over nine million of the iconic coupes have been sold.
An Iowa resident unknowingly purchased the special nine-millionth unit earlier this month. Thomas Krumm, a farmer, decided on a Mustang GT and headed to his Ford dealer to place the order. Turns out, his unit would be something special.
Krumm was turned onto the Mustang by his daughter Rachel, who bought one at just 17 years old. "Having been a Mustang fanatic my entire life, I couldn't be more excited that my dad is receiving the 9 millionth Mustang," said Krumm's daughter, who also is a member of the Iowa National Guard. "I am thrilled that I get to see his Mustang GT and its cool new features before I leave for Iraq."
In addition to the huge sales volume, Mustang boasts the title of best two-year sales figures in the history of the automobile, selling over a million units within two years of introduction.
photo:Philippe Champoux
A strong owner community and culture have also helped earned the Mustang record-setting status, and now, over nine million of the iconic coupes have been sold.
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An Iowa resident unknowingly purchased the special nine-millionth unit earlier this month. Thomas Krumm, a farmer, decided on a Mustang GT and headed to his Ford dealer to place the order. Turns out, his unit would be something special.
Krumm was turned onto the Mustang by his daughter Rachel, who bought one at just 17 years old. "Having been a Mustang fanatic my entire life, I couldn't be more excited that my dad is receiving the 9 millionth Mustang," said Krumm's daughter, who also is a member of the Iowa National Guard. "I am thrilled that I get to see his Mustang GT and its cool new features before I leave for Iraq."
In addition to the huge sales volume, Mustang boasts the title of best two-year sales figures in the history of the automobile, selling over a million units within two years of introduction.
photo:Philippe Champoux