Ford Mustang Celebrates 45th Anniversary
Posted by Steve White on Apr 20, 2009
Enthusiasts of the Ford Mustang gathered at the Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama on Friday to celebrate the 45th anniversary of one of America’s most legendary cars.
It was on the 17th of April, 1964 that the first Ford Mustang was introduced to the public at the World’s Fair in New York, and the event is remembered as one of the most successful car launch campaigns in American history. The unveiling of the car was telecasted on all 3 major TV networks of that time, and it was watched by 27 million Americans.
Jim Farley, Vice President of Ford marketing and communications, said, “Since April 17, 1964, [the Mustang] has been a symbol of American freedom and fun.”
The Ford Mustang has garnered a devoted following since its emergence. Some of the famous personalities who are owners of Mustangs include baseball star Reggie Jackson, former US President Bill Clinton, and actor Kevin Costner.
The 4-day celebration will feature a number of interesting events to commemorate the Mustang’s success. These include demonstrations by world champion drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr. and speed TV celebrity Tommy Kendall, as well as appearances of some of the original owners of the 1964 Mustang.
A contest will also be held for Mustang enthusiasts. Up to the 15th of August, those who want to take part in the contest can submit their entries through Ford’s “The Unleashed” website. The entries should include a written account of “their own Mustang dream experience” in 250 words or less. Winners of the contest will be given the chance to make their Mustang dreams come true.
Happy Mustang Day!
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