What if Ford had gone with a different name for the Mustang?

Today, the Mustang name seems like the obvious choice. But back in the mid 60s, the Mustang name was a finalist with six others. Which leaves us to wonder whether it was such a breakthrough car that it would have sold well with any name, or if the Mustang designation put it over the top. What do you think?

Published

June 27, 2025

Written by

Rick DeBruhl