With sales falling and girth increasing, Ford reinvented the once-popular Mustang pony car in 1974. The Mustang II would now be a subcompact and was 500 lbs. lighter than the year before, just in time to save money at… more»
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Cheap Wheels or More? 1977 Ford Mustang II
Ford reinvented the once-popular Mustang in 1974, but this time as a subcompact (which was closer in relative size than the top-heavy 1973 Mustang). Now called the Mustang II, it turned out to be the right car at the… more»
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Cheap Wheels! 1975 Ford Mustang II Ghia
Although the Ford Mustang II is often criticized by Mustang purists, it likely saved the nameplate from extinction. By coincidence, the smaller, lighter, and more fuel-efficient car was introduced right at the same time fuel prices went up in… more»
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27k Mile Luxury Survivor? 1974 Ford Mustang II
After reaching its peak in 1966, the Ford Mustang saw sales decline one year after the next. At first, this was due to the arrival of a lot of new competition, including the Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Firebird. But… more»
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Affordable Survivor: 1976 Ford Mustang II Limited Edition
Timing is often said to be everything, and the automotive world is no exception. Ford got it right with its First Generation Mustang and spectacularly wrong with the Edsel program. The Mustang II is much-maligned, but sales figures confirm… more»
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Warm 302: 1977 Ford Mustang II
The Ford Mustang II was a much-maligned creature for many years, but it has developed a cult following within a sector of the classic community. Although the reason may not seem immediately apparent, it is worth considering. A new… more»
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Original Survivor: 1974 Ford Mustang II
The original Mustang was the right car in the right place at the right time. Therefore, it couldn’t help but be an enormous sales success that would achieve legendary status. While the 1974 Mustang II never achieved those lofty… more»
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Shaker Hood: 1978 Ford Mustang II
By 1973, the Ford Mustang was no longer the darling of the pony car segment. It had grown to some rather large proportions from its debut in 1965 when Ford couldn’t build enough of them to satisfy buyers. And… more»
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Museum Piece: 1974 Ford Mustang II
UPDATE 12/05/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1974 Ford Mustang II had no luck when he last listed the vehicle for sale, so he has decided to have another go. Little has changed since the previous listing,… more»
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V6 Survivor: 1976 Ford Mustang Cobra II
Ford reinvented its once successful “pony car,” the Mustang, in 1974. The result was a smaller, more fuel-efficient automobile that came about at a most opportune time. But the car no longer was built for speed as many Mustangs… more»
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Rust Free: 1978 Mustang II King Cobra
Rex M. found another gem and sent this tip to us to review. This is a 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra that is for sale here on Craigslist. The car is said to be originally from California and… more»
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Original V8: 1976 Ford Mustang II
It seems that the seller of this 1976 Ford Mustang II has found his little pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. He located this classic hidden away in a barn, a spot that it had occupied… more»
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Original V8: 1976 Ford Mustang II Ghia
Classic car enthusiasts are, on the whole, an understanding bunch of souls. They will forgive a car for a lack of performance if it is an object of unspeakable beauty. A classic can possess looks that will make small… more»
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Snake Charmer: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra
For several years during the 1970’s, the Ford Mustang deviated from its aggressive image backed by powerful performance. Here is an example of the pinnacle of that movement. It is a 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra…. more»
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No Reserve: 1977 Ford Mustang II Ghia
In the automotive world, timing can be everything. The 1st Generation Mustang created its own market niche, and buyers stampeded Ford dealerships in droves to secure a light and relatively compact car with stunning looks and the potential of… more»
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Rare Combination? 1977 Ford Mustang Cobra II
This 1977 Ford Mustang Cobra II’s owner claims that it features a rare paint and trim combination. While I won’t argue that it is slightly unusual, I have been unable to confirm how rare it is. However, one of… more»
