History Cars by Arturo Castro

Content Source: History – Page 3 to 5

Generations of mustang – page 6 to 12

Where does the name of the Mustang? – page 13

a movie star – page 14 to 26

Curious Facts – page 27 to 28

ORIGINS Ford Mustang: The first prototypes Under the premise of creating a small car(compared to American standards), lightweight, relatively inexpensive, with front bucket seat sand shifteron the floor, a special committee espent many years working in the Mustang, a car that ended up creating anew category, the American pony cars.

In October1962,during the United States Grand Prix, presented a first prototype: the Ford Mustang I Concept. Its designer was Gene Bordinat, under orders from Lee Iacocca, then president of Ford Motor Company. It was a Two-seater convertible and rode a four-cylinder engine in V, 1.5 liters and109 hp in central-rear position. His weight was only 700kgdesignhad little all with what would later be definitive. There was never any intention to produce in series because, despite producing great admiration by a hungry market developments, it was not a practical vehicle

4 A prototype was presented in 1963,it was the Ford Mustang II Concept .It already saw the out line soft what would be the final model. It had four seats and hardtop. Joe Oros was its designer. As a tribute, the dĂŠcor remained the prototype of 1962. This prototype are used great admiration.

There was also aprototypefour-door bodyintroducedin 1963

In the same year, 1963, we built aprototype4-door sedan that never saw the light. It was built in fiber glass and sedan sared is missed because e they lacked the original project youth counseling. A though the Mustang name had already been use din two prototypes, it was not untillate 1963 when it was decided the final name. Special Falcon, Cougar, Puma, Cheetah Bronco or were other alternatives

GENERATIONS

The Ford Mustang and its 45-year history

When the famous Lee Iacocca, vice president of Ford Motor Company decided in 1961 to create a new sports car, with up to four people and attractive appearance, decided to create an icon of American automotive history. The conditions of the development team, the new sports car should be small (relative to vehicles of the time), light and inspired by European sports, which had shifter on the floor and bucket seats. Thus was born the Ford Mustang, an attractive sports car available in coupe and convertible configuration, which marked a major milestone in the U.S. and global auto industry. Powered by Ford Motor Company, its production began in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9, 1964 and was filed on April 17, 1964 at the New York World's Fair, representing an immediate success when creating a new market segment (known as "Pony Car"). The name Mustang is the second oldest in the Ford range, just behind the F-Series trucks

First Generation 1964-1973

The first generation of the Ford Mustang made in 1964, opened with a six-cylinder and 2.8-liter (170 cubic inches), was also used in the Ford Falcon, as well as chassis and three-speed transmission. Hits of the first generation - In 1964 417.000 units were sold - In 1965 he was presented the Shelby GT350, with 4.7-liter V8 engine (289 cubic inches) and an output of 306 hp (If even today in 2009 is a respectable figure, imagine in 1965).

- The updated model in 1967 grew throughout total, which was designed to accommodate larger and more powerful engines. The 1967 Mustang has been considered the most attractive-looking Mustang of all time, which was commemorated with the class of 2004 and 2009. - In 1967 was released the Shelby GT500, which had a V8 engine that developed 355 horsepower. - In 1967, just peace for the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro that appears. Second Generation 1974-1978

The second generation Ford Bronco, known as Mustang II, was a model of smaller proportions, which had four engines, six and eight cylinders. These changes were due to the oil crisis of 1973, which conditioned the auto industry to develop lighter vehicles, efficient and friendly to the environment (Sound familiar? Too bad they did not learn the lesson over 30 years ago!) . The smaller size vehicle, as well as the power was compensated with more luxurious interiors. Second generation Hits

- Use plastic mass, aluminum and urethane bumper, in order to reduce weight. - In 1976 the Mustang Cobra II, which aims to commemorate the original Shelby Mustang. - The King Cobra is the first to use the logo Mustang 5.0, in 1978.

Third Generation 1979-1993 The third generation of the Ford Mustang broke with previous generations of the "Pony Car" by incorporating more modern aesthetic solutions, even though they lost the original elements of the sport. This third generation of the Mustang remained largely unchanged for 14 years.

Hits of the third generation of the Ford Mustang

- The third generation Ford Mustang was one of the first vehicle bumpers incorporated into the design of the body at both ends. - The convertible version joined the range in 1983. - Engine is offered with four, six and eight cylinders, and even turbo variants. - Her dimensions Mustang II, although its total weight was lower. - No power levels reached their ancestors, and which focused on increased fuel efficiency.

Fourth Generation1994-2004

The fourthgeneration of theFordMustangwas introducedin the1994model year, debuting anewand evolvingexternal and internal appearance, which broke withthe lines ofthe third generationswitching tomore organicshapes andcurvesthat resultedin amorestreamlinedand aggressivesport. Hitsof the fourth generationof theFordMustang -We used thesameengineof the third generation3.8-liter160-horsepowerV6for the base versionand the5.0-literV8of215 hpin theMustangGTmodel. - Unlikeprevious generations, hatchbackversionswere removed, leaving only the coupeand convertibleversions. -In 1996the rangewas removed fromthe old5.0-literV8engine, replaced by the new4.6-literV8, which develops 260 hp. -Thefinal productionmodelof the fourth generationof theFordMustang, was the lastthatwas manufacturedat the plant inDearborn, Michigan, as the nextgenerationis manufactured at theplantAutoAllianceinFlat Rock,Michigan.

Fifth Generation 2005 to present

As happened with the fourth generation of the Mustang, the fifth generation represented a radical change. The 2005 Mustang is a retro-inspired model in the first generation, specifically in the 1967 Mustang, which has regained its popularity, not only in America, but in different markets around the world.

Hits of the fifth generation of the Ford Mustang

- Ford is the third retro style, after Thunderbird and Ford GT. - Was released in 2005 with two engines: 4.0-liter V6 that develops 202 hp for the base version and the 4.6-liter V8 that develops 300 horsepower for the Mustang GT. - In 2006, the Shelby Cobra Release SVT V8 engine and an output of 500 horses. - At the 2009 Detroit Auto Show was presented the updated 2010 Mustang, which has a more refined look and terminations. Its base engine remains the 4.0-liter V6 that develops 202 hp, while the 4.6-liter V8 now develops 315 hp. - Was recently presented with the 2010 Shelby GT500 supercharged V8 engine, which develops an output of 540 horses. - The new Ford Mustang 2010, alongside the new Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger, represent the new generation of "Pony Cars" Americans.

The origin name of a legend

The term "Mustang" is derived from the Spanish word 'Mestena' meaning group or herd of horses, and applies to the "wild" horses of western America. The mustangs were mounted by the Indians and the white man. The Mustang was also the source of a large number of American races. Retained many of the features Spanish, especially with regard to color. When the conquistadors arrived in the Americas, the horse had already extinct about 10,000 years. The Spanish brought horses and cattle to the New World and this would be the action that founded the great cattle industry to be developed extensively during the nineteenth century. Once the Spanish had been established, after the destruction of the Aztecs and other indigenous peoples, a large number of Spanish horses escaped or were released and became wild.

Spanish horses we describe now as And a lusian, was one of the finest races and was considered the most important in Europe. They formed the nucleus of the great herds of wild horses spread throughout Mexico, the United States and the western plains of North America.

Sois the Mustang At the beginning gof the twentieth century, amounted million wild horses roamed the western states. How ever, by 1970, their number had been drastically reduced a result of the massacre and whole sale, to provide pet food and meat for human consumption. The Mustang (Wild Horse) is now protected by law and is preserved on reservation sas the research center Bronco in Porterville, California. The Mustang has classic Spanish profile, thick neck and crowned, and the lush grow thof the mane that is typical of modern And a lusian. The former type of Mustang was of then much less attractive and many hada heavy head. The picture of this horse and his whole appearance is completely Spanish. The impression given is of force combined with an air balance and athletic.

The Mustang has good for e quarters , strong and powerful shoulder. The crosses are not from but a rety pic a lof ancient Spanish blood. The legs and hooves of the Mustang, as shoes are not protected, are hard and resistant. In fact, these horses can travel over the roughest terrain with out their helmets suffer. The else tripe running down the back Is a primitive trait that is still in the horses of Spanish origin. The Mustang can be found in all equine colors and height is13.2-15hh.

A MOVIE STAR 1964 007 - GOLDFINGER Mustang: 1964 1 Convertible Synopsis: "An evil tycoon Auric Goldfinger, wants to detonate a bomb in Fort Knox, where all the gold Federal Reserve of the United States, and to dramatically increase the price of the yellow metal"

15 1968 BULLITT Mustang: 1968 GT-390 Synopsis: "After the violent death of an informer willing to act as witness in a Senate subcommittee investigating the Mafia, a dedicated police detective in San Francisco will do everything possible to unravel the dark political implications of the case that has been assigned, especially when he discovers that the victim is actually alive. Lt. Bullitt, responsible for the safety of witnesses, shall demonstrate integrity and professionalism while risks his own life and that of his girl. "

1971 007 - DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Mustang: 1971 Mach I Synopsis: "Sir Donald Munger, president of the International Union Diamond, sounds the alarm when it found that over two years has been disappearing from the world market a lot of diamonds. James Bond impersonating a famous smuggler, initiates investigations. accomplished secret agent contact Burt Saxby, director of a casino on behalf of Willard Whyte, a mysterious millionaire who is suspected proposed destabilize the diamond market. Bond discovers, among other businesses, finances Whyte space research center, behind which is Blofeld, who, with diamonds that has been built up, built a huge and menacing laser beam that has been in orbit around the Earth, and which seeks to achieve its objective awful.

'1974 GONE IN SIXTY SECONDS MUSTANG: 1971 Mach I Synopsis: "an insurance investigator uses his business to cover up illegal activities that give great benefits: stealing cars and change their enrollment. One day he was commissioned to steal 48 cars and deliver them all within two days. Surrounded by the best thieves are gathering vehicles listed. police discover this network through an infiltrator. history is complicated and, coincidentally, the last car on the list is a Ford Musta1, 1973, which they call 'Eleanor' . "

1988 BULL DURHAM Mustang: 1968 Shelby GT-350H Synopsis: "The baseball season opens with a rough episode when the new catcher Bull Durham," Crash "Davis hits the cocky young pitcher," Nuke "LaLoosh, who by contract must train.'sWhen the sexy Annie Savoy informs both men that each player chooses a championship to share the season, and Nuke and Crash are this year's candidates. After Crash reject the offer, Nuke excited enlists in the paper "fling "Annie summer until Crash's jealousy imposed and this convinces Nuke that sex with Annie can give jinxed his newfound winning streak. Costner and Sarandon sparks laza performs one of the juiciest interpretations of all American comedy treasure in this film about another American pastime. "

1999 TRUE CRIME Mustang: 1983 Convertible Synopsis: "Steve Everett is a journalist working for a local newspaper in Oakland, across the bay from San Francisco. His wife, also a journalist, dies in a car accident while preparing an article on Frank Beachum, a sentenced to death for the murder of a young pregnant woman. commissioned by his boss, Everett condemned interview the day before his execution, and suspicious of the innocence of the accused decides to find out the truth in the twenty hours remaining to be serving a sentence. "

2000 GONE IN 60 SECONDS Mustang: 1967 "Shelby GT500" Synopsis: "For some time now Randall" Memphis "Raines has left his criminal past. Unpleasant but receives visit from an old friend and to save his brother, he is forced to do what he does best: stealing cars. All comes down to one night, 50 cars and a contract. motorsport fan, Memphis has a passion for cars and overwhelmed is a legend in the business of car theft. No one resists any lock or alarm.'snothing stopping you. And the proof is that your car will be ... 60 seconds. "

2001 THE PRINCESS DIARIES Mustang: 1966 Convertible Synopsis: "Mia Thermopolis (Hataway) is a brilliant but shy teenager whose goal in life is to survive each school day with a minimum of attention and embarrassment. Yet his desire to be invisible is thwarted when her strict grandmother arrives and given the awful news that she is a princess of Verda, heir to the throne in Genovia. Furious, the girl reluctantly agrees to take princess lessons and make the most important decision of his life ... in three weeks. thus begins transformation to acquire a comic elegance and poise of a princess. "

2003 HOLLYWOOD HOMICIDE Mustang: 2002 Saleen Synopsis: "The film shows the personal and professional lives of two officers of the police department of Los Angeles: Joe Gavilan (Harrison Ford), a disenchanted and tenacious police found at the top of his career, even though his personal life is falling apart on all sides, and his partner, KC Calden (Josh Hartnett), a young pa-pears to be more interested in their work "alternative" as a yoga instructor and especially actor, who the important research being carried out on a gangland murder. "

2005 THE WAR OF THE WORLDS Mustang: 1965 Shelby GT-350H Synopsis: "The film, a contemporary version of the classic HG Wells, describes the extraordinary battle that rages to save mankind through the adventures of a fa-mily U.S. and their struggle to survive. Tom Cruise as Ray Ferrier, spring downloader, divorced father nothing exemplary. Shortly after his ex-wife (Miranda Otto) and her new husband go after leaving Robbie, your hi-ho teenager (Justin Chatwin) and young daughter Rachel (Dakota Fanning) for one of his rare visits, and unexpected bursts tremendous thunderstorm. moments later, at an intersection near the house, Ray witnesses an event that will change your life and theirs forever. a huge three-legged machine emerges from the ground before anyone can do anything, destroys everything within reach. a day like any other has just become the most extraordinary day of his life: the first alien attack against Earth. ray runs for their children to keep them away from the enemy and launches into a journey that will take them a devastated country, caught between the human tide of refugees fleeing from an extraterrestrial army of Tripods. But much to run, no place to refuge, only Ray's unconquerable will to protect their loved ones. "

THE BOOGEYMAN Mustang: 1967 Hardtop Synopsis: "On the surface, Tim is a seemingly ordinary guy in his twenties. Has a decent job and is moving fast in his relationship with his girlfriend Jessica. But intense fear, terror paralyzing him from childhood haunts him. Y the situation gets worse every day. When Tim was eight, something devastating happened. every night, his father put him to sleep with a story. Many of these stories have a point of terror, much to the chagrin of his mother, but Tim and his father made sure his bedroom was safe when the lights went out. Until one fateful night ... "

THE WRONG TURN (KM 666) Mustang: 1968 Hardtop Synopsis: "Six teenagers traveling by car when suddenly veering off course need to find the road blocked by an accident. But young people are lost in the dense forests of West Virginia, where they will be pursued by a human race of cannibals , horribly disfigured by his unnatural power over generations. "

2006 THE COVENANT Mustang: 2006 Convertible Synopsis: "The Privilege and beauty abound at Spenser Academy, a boarding school in New England aimed at the ruling elite of the region. The Sons of Ipswich are four of these young students bound by their sacred ancestry. As descendants of the first families who settled in Ipswich Colony in the 1600s, the boys have all been born with special powers. When, suddenly, fifth descendant moves to the city, they begin to unravel some secrets that threaten to break the covenant of silence that has protected their families for years ... "

2007 I AM LEGEND Mustang: 2007 Shelby GT-500 Synopsis: "Robert Neville (Will Smith) is a brilliant scientist, but even this could not prevent the spread of a terrible virus that was unstoppable, incurable and manmade. Neville, somehow immune to this virus, is now the last remaining human survivor in New York city and maybe the world. for three years, Neville has constantly sent daily radio messages, desperate to find out if I could find other survivors who might be elsewhere. but not alone. mutant victims of the plague, the Infected lurk in the shadows ... watching every single move of Neville ... waiting for him to make a fatal mistake. Maybe for the last best hope of mankind, Neville see driven by only one remaining mission: to find a way to reverse the effects of the virus using his own immune blood. But know you are at a disadvantage ... and time is running out. "

TRANSFORMERS Mustang: 2007 Saleen Synopsis: "For many centuries, two races of robotic aliens, the Autobots and Decepticons, started a war for the fate of the universe. When the battle comes to Earth, all that stands between the evil Decepticons absolute power is the young Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf). But Sam is just a teenager like many others, who cares about school, friends, cars and girls. Unaware that represents the last chance for the survival of human beings, Sam and his friend Mikaela (Megan Fox) are caught in the war between Autobots and Decepticons. the world depends on Sam, I finally understood the meaning of the Witwicky family motto: "there is no victory without sacrifice" .. '

Curious Facts

The launch price was $ 2.368 U.S. dollars On his first day on the market, 22,000 Americans bought a Mustang and the first year of sales, 417,000 units had been placed Mustangs not only conquered the market really. By December of 1964 were sold in the United States 93,000 Mustangs pedal, the children's favorite gift in this Christmas The Mustang was the first, and perhaps the only car that was parked on the observation deck of the Empire State Building in New York. In October 1965, Ford engineers disassembled a Mustang Convertible 66 and put him into four sections to the 86th floor, using the same task in the passenger elevators To date, more than eight million Mustangs have been sold. Over 17 consecutive years the Mustang was the best-selling sports car in the United States

The Ford Mustang is the most popular car on Facebook The Ford Mustang hit a record high in the virtual world, having passed the four million fans on Facebook, a figure that makes it the most popular vehicle within the social network. With a growth of about 14 000 followers a day, Ford attributes this growth to the legacy of the brand after more than 50 years of history and feel fortunate to have a very passionate fan base. Because the fans are responsible for the success of the Mustang on Facebook, Ford also used as a means to grow the family through videos like the 2013 Mustang commercial that debuted in the Daytona 500 and was seen more than a million times with a total of 80 000 'likes'.