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The Ford Mustang President Robert McNamara Legacy

Jon Najjar and Robert Eggert were the key persons of the success of Ford Mustang Cars. It was often quoted that the Mustang “sold faster than donuts”. The Ford Mustang family had the combined features of Ford Falcon and Thunderbird models. Mustang reached fame for its unique pony style. However, the company received criticism from fans due to larger and heavier models after the first release.

After the introduction of its first release in April 17, 1964, Mustang had a new look when Larry Shinoda joined the company. His venture to Ford Company gave way to Sports Roof Mustang models that has three-tail lamps for better rear view vision. In the decade of the 1970’s, Ford created heavier and bigger version of Mustang autos. It uses Knudsen design having Torino or Fairline sheet metal. Unfortunately, this model didn’t last long in the market because most customers preferred fuel miles per gallon gasoline saving cars. On the other hand, Mustang 351 Cleveland was the most popular car during this year due to its special features like hidden shield wrappers, bolt-on faade, wraparound instrumentation, and incredible engine.

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Posted in ford on Feb 23rd, 2010, 10:48 am by Kirk Noel Narrows   

The Saga Continues With The 2009 Ford F-150.

by Andy Zain

With its sleek stylish looks and all the power you’ve come to expect from the f-150, the 2009 Ford F-150 is taking the automotive industry by storm. It’s luxurious good looks have gained it a party image rating hovering around four, while it proudly bears the title of 2009 North American Truck Of The Year.

While enjoying the honour of being top selling automobile for more than two decades, the engineers at Ford using new styling and other sound suppression gave the 2009 Ford F-150 one of the quietest interiors available. Total compatibility with your lifestyle was the aim, and it’s a goal they have achieved.

Four wheel drive and two wheel drive have been standard options in trucks for many years. The style side bed and the flare side bed have been around before too. The King Ranch, STX, SL and Harley Davidson trim packages offer many features for you to choose from. The super cab is another option available to conform your F-150 to fit your lifestyle.

It’s stylish new lines are expertly accented with a wide variety of color schemes. Solid color finishes or two tone color choices, accented with the accessories of your choice are sure to make your 2009 F-150 a show stopper.

With responsive power and exceptional styling, this is one truck that works hard and plays even harder. Ranking in the top five in the motor sports world, transporting precious cargo, such as your family, or just fetching groceries from the supermarket, you’ll turn eyes every time you’re out in your 2009 Ford F-150.

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Posted in ford on Aug 29th, 2009, 8:17 am by Andy Zain   

Ford Ranger, Small Truck For Big Jobs

by Andy Zain

The Ford Ranger was introduced into the market in 1983. The truck was first introduced as a replacement for the Courier, which had actually been produced by Mazda, but had the Ford name. The Ranger has been produced every year since then and remains one of the most popular sellers of Ford’s vehicles.

Although the bed of the Ranger is smaller than the standard sized Ford F-150, the design was originally made so that a four foot sheet of plywood would fit inside the bed. The sheet will have to ride on top of the wheel wells, but it will fit.

Ford designed the cab of the truck for 2 passengers. Later the trucks offered an extended cab and jump seats were added for 2 additional passengers. These jump seats were mounted on the side walls of the extended cab and truly were only suitable for small passengers on short trips.

Throughout its production, the Ranger has been a successful vehicle for Ford. With over twenty five years of history, the Ranger remains a good seller. Body style for this truck is now into its fourth generation. The body style has changed as the body styles of the F-series trucks have changed.

For a truck, the Ranger get comparatively better fuel mileage than its larger counterparts. This makes the small truck popular for commuters that want to drive a truck but need the economy of the Ranger.

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Posted in ford on Aug 20th, 2009, 1:25 am by Andy Zain   

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