A brief History of Mustang Wheels
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When the Ford Mustang was released to the public 45 years ago at the New York World’s Fair, on April 17, 1964, it was the most successful car launch in automotive history. Part of the innovative design was the wheels.

The 1964 Ford Mustang had 14-inch wheels, with wheel covers as standard equipment. They were constructed of hard plastic, with a simulated chrome accent. The indented area was painted charcoal black. The coolest feature of these wheels was the wheel center caps. The background of the center caps was painted either blue or black, and a simulated chrome mustang appeared in the center. Above the Mustang was the word “Ford,” and below it was the word “Mustang” in simulated chrome. The wheel covers complimented the cars overall sleek and sporty look.

The smaller, more fuel efficient second generation Ford Mustang hit the ground running in 1974. Although sales for this model were not quite as high as the original, sales remained brisk. The wheel covers were of a snowflake design, with simulated chrome. The center cap had a red background, with the simulated chrome Mustang in the center.

The third generation Mustang came out in 1979. While still clearly recognizable as a Mustang, it had a minimal design. The standard wheels were unimpressive three spoke black wheels, with a plain black center cap.

In 1994, the Ford Mustang went through one of the biggest redesigns in Mustang history. Borrowing from the original design, it was a sleek, sharp sports car. Mustang buyers had a large array of optional wheels to choose from. V-6 models came with silver plastic hubcaps, with the mustang logo on the center cap, or the star shaped polished steel rims with the center cap. Mustang GT had a choice of black spoked racing rims with a silver center cap that had the signature blue Ford logo embroidered on it, or black alloy wheels with the Mustang logo.

If you are rebuilding a Mustang, consider finding a set or replica of the original wheels. Mustang wheels have always been eye catching, sharp, and overall cool for the past 45 years, and having the set of wheels that goes with your model mustang will enhance its overall appearance, giving it the classic feel it deserves.
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