These are the 5 best and worst Mustangs in my mind, so please forgive my selfish choice as the list is limited in number!
The Ford Mustang has been popular with consumers since its introduction in 1964. It started out as an affordable sports car and quickly evolved into a powerful muscle car. The Ford Mustang has an incredibly long history and is one of Ford's greatest legends.
As of 2021, there are six generations of the Ford Mustang, the earliest being the first generation from 1965-1973, and the sixth generation from 2015 to the present. During this time a variety of models and trims have been produced.
In this article, we'll take a look at the 5 best and worst Mustang models of all time.
Ford produced a total of 750 Boss 302 Laguna Seca versions from 2012 to 2013, and it was a further upgrade to the Boss 302. The limited edition Laguna Seca was designed to maintain street legality while closing the gap between the Boss 302 and the track-ready Boss 302R and 302S. The Mustang boasted better braking performance than the Porsche 991 and was faster than the Aston Martin DBS, Audi R8, Ferrari California and BMW M3, according to a performance test report by Sports Car Magazine.
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The Boss 429 is considered to be one of the rarest and most valuable muscle cars ever made. A total of 1,359 were produced between 1969 and 1970. Today the average value of a Boss 429 is $200,000-$500,000 according to Hagerty's valuation. And prices are still rising, so collectors should act fast!
"Eleanor" is a Mustang that was custom built for a movie shoot and was featured in the movie Gone in 60 Seconds. It is one of the most memorable muscle cars on the screen, and is highly sought after by car enthusiasts and collectors alike. It has been auctioned off at two known auctions for $852,500 and $1 million respectively.
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To this day, the Shelby GT350 remains an iconic performance machine, easily distinguishable from other Mustangs in terms of performance and valuation. In July of 2020, a rare 1965 Shelby GT350R sold at auction for $3.85 million, making it the world's most expensive Mustang.
1964 1/2 Mustang usually refers to models built between March '64 and August '64, but their VIN codes are still designated by Ford as 1965 models. I think the primordial Mustang deserves a place on the "Best Mustangs" list, they started all the Mustang lines and created a great foundation for Mustang success!
I personally would class the "1964-1/2 Ford Mustang" as one of the most prolific automobile landmarks of the 20th century!
California has a very large number of car enthusiasts, and it remains the center of American car culture. But this poor tribute does not do California any favors. This "special" Mustang has no performance advantage over the regular Mustang except for a few simple cosmetic touches, and it's more expensive.
Personally, I think this "GT Spring Feature Edition" is the worst Mustang of the fourth generation. An uninteresting exterior design and no improvement in vehicle performance. Will consumers pay for a "name"? No, no, no!
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Ford is celebrating the Mustang's 20th anniversary with this limited edition Mustang, the "20th Anniversary GT350". Although the core racing car GT350 label on this car, but attracted a lot of controversies. In terms of performance, it was no different from the regular model. Eventually, Ford chose to discontinue this terrible commemorative edition.
Overall, the second generation (1974-1978) of Mustangs were all bad and the darkest period in Mustang history. The fuel crisis and increased emissions standards were not kind to this generation, and the exterior styling left a lot to be desired. If you're looking to buy and collect a used Mustang from this period, we suggest you look at other years!
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Affected by the gasoline crisis, Ford sought to reduce the fuel consumption of its vehicles. Thus the 1969 Ford Mustang E (Ford Mustang E) was introduced, with the 'E' standing for 'Economy', not some kind of electric drivetrain. This Mustang E ran completely wrong, had a terrible ride and was not equipped with an air conditioning system. It was so different from the lively and powerful Mustang performance that Ford eventually discontinued it.
These are the 5 best and worst Mustangs in my mind, so please forgive my selfish choice as the list is limited in number!
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| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Volkswagen |
Germany |
| #2 |  Toyota |
Japan |
| #3 |  Stellantis |
Netherlands |
| #4 |  Mercedes-Benz Group |
Germany |
| #5 |  Ford Motor |
United States |
| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Michelin |
France |
| #2 |  Bridgestone |
Japan |
| #3 |  Continental |
Germany |
| #4 |  Goodyear |
United States |
| #5 |  Sumitomo |
Japan |
