1973 Ford Mustang

The original pony car that ignited an entirely new segment of the American automotive market, the Mustang was introduced in April 1964 by Ford Motor Company as a stylish, affordable performance car aimed squarely at a younger generation of buyers. Its long-hood/short-deck proportions, wide range of engines, and extensive personalization options made it an instant cultural icon. By 1973, the Mustang had evolved into its most refined and luxurious form of the first-generation series (1964½-1973), blending performance with comfort and safety updates required of the era. The 1973 model year would mark the final chapter of this original body style before the introduction of the smaller Mustang II, making these last-of-the-line convertibles particularly desirable among collectors today.