America’s favorite muscle car hits the 9 million mark.
After rolling off the assembly line in Flat Rock, Michigan, on April 16, 2008, the 9 millionth Mustang produced by Ford went to Iowa soybean farmer Thomas Krumm on May 7, 2008. The impressive milestone was marked by a celebration at Gookin Ford in Story City, Iowa, where Krumm bought the vehicle.
First introduced at the New York Word’s Fair on April 17, 1964, the Ford Mustang sold 419,000 in its first 12 months on the market. It’s Ford’s longest running nameplate as well as America’s favorite muscle car, holding over 40 percent of its market segment. Today, one out of every two sports cars sold is a Mustang.
Quotes:
"It is an honor not only to sell the nine millionth Mustang at my dealership, but also to sell this vehicle to such a deserving family in the community."
John Gookin, Ford Dealer, Story City Iowa
"Mustang is an icon and the nine millionth Mustang is a milestone we're very proud of. So many people have contributed to Mustang's proud 44-year heritage, from the incredible Mustang owners and enthusiasts to our partners where Mustangs are built to Ford's Product Development and Ford Division teams."
Fritz Wilke, Mustang Brand Manager
Tags: Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang GT convertible, Ford Mustang sales
