These limited edition Mustang models are very rare and they perform so well that you may have never heard of them.
Since its birth in 1964, the Ford Mustang has taken the world by storm as the quintessential American performance car and the big toy that young people love. While Mustangs are not really expensive when it comes to performance cars, there are some special models that have taken the auction market by storm, and some of these Mustang models are so rare that you may have never heard of them.
These limited edition Mustang models are very rare and they perform so well that they have a very high market price and collector value due to their unique rarity.
If you are looking for some special Mustang models, this list of the rarest Mustangs of all time is one you should keep an eye on.
Iacocca, a former president of Ford Motor Company and known as the father of the Mustang, recruited Carroll Shelby to create this special version in his own image. Named the Iacocca Silver 45th Anniversary Edition Ford Mustang, it is more stylish and certainly more striking than the standard "Stang". Only 45 of these limited edition Mustangs were produced, and serial number 001 was sold for $125,000 at its first auction.
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Only 34 GT350Rs were produced, making it one of the rarest Mustangs ever built. In July of 2020, a rare 1965 Shelby GT350R sold at auction for $3.85 million, making it the most expensive Mustang in the world. This is a good reflection of the value of the car today, which is a classic being collected by people.
During the 1964 New York World's Fair, Ford brought 12 of the earliest Mustang convertibles produced, the "World's Fair Skyway Mustang", numbered from 100003 to 100014, one of which had been used in the Magic Skyway at the Ford Pavilion. Although there were 12 of these Mustangs at the 1964 World's Fair, there are only two left. Today it is an extremely rare Mustang model.
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Ford has produced an aviation-inspired Mustang every year since 2008, except for one Ford Raptor in 2017. and auctioned off during the airshow to benefit Young Eagles' aviation education program. These Mustangs have a distinctive exterior design and high performance, which makes them contenders for the rarest of titles. For many aviation fans, they are far more collectible than they are useful.
It is one of two Ford Mustang prototypes designed by Shelby, affectionately known as "The Green Hornet". It is arguably the rarest and most popular Shelby Mustang ever built, with documented proof of its authenticity and history, as Carroll Shelby says: "The one and only Green Hornet." This Green Hornet Mustang is worth over $3 million.
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The "Shelby Super Snake" is great for a car, with a fun driving experience and surprising acceleration. But high-performance parts often cost a fortune, and a limited run of 50 cars was supposed to be produced, but only one was eventually built. Given its rarity and generally outstanding performance, this "Super Snake" is one of the most expensive and collectible Mustangs ever built.
The scarcity of the original "Shelby Super Snake" has led enthusiasts to seek alternatives. Fortunately, companies like Revology Cars offer a solution by meticulously reconstructing iconic models. Their rebuilt 1967 Shelby GT500 captures the essence of the legendary Super Snake, providing enthusiasts with a chance to experience its thrilling performance without compromising rarity or craftsmanship.
For decades, the world of Shelby Mustangs was home to a mysterious and unique car, the 1967 Shelby GT500 Convertible, a convertible known within Shelby's company as the "Little Red The convertible was known as the "Little Red" within Shelby's company. This car was unveiled at the '04 Chicago Auto Show. It's safe to say that this GT500 Convertible was a lucky car, as it managed to escape Ford's shredding and was restored. It is the most unique and lucky Shelby Mustang ever built.
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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 |
