04/30/2026
🇺🇸 This Month in Car History – April 🇺🇸
On April 17, 1964, the legendary Ford Mustang made its debut at the New York World’s Fair—changing American car history forever.
This iconic pony car instantly became a symbol of freedom, performance, and style. What started as an affordable sporty coupe quickly turned into one of the most recognized American cars of all time.
Even today, early Mustangs are highly collectible—like this 1964 Ford Mustang Hardtop pre-production car that sold at auction for an incredible $192,500 in 2019.
From the first turn of the key, the Mustang created a legacy that still roars today.