Ford reveals 50th anniversary Mustang at New York show

Ford has revealed a limited 50th anniversary edition of the new Mustang at the New York motor show.

The special car, based on the Mustang GT fastback, will come in a choice of white or blue colours. Just 1,964 examples will be sold, a homage to the original Mustang's launch year.

“When the Mustang was approved for development more than 50 years ago, I don’t think anyone imagined it would spawn such a dedicated base of fans around the world and still be in production today,” said Bill Ford, executive chairman, Ford Motor Company. “We are thrilled to be here in New York – where Mustang was first shown to the public at the 1964 World’s Fair – to re-create that historic event for today’s Mustang enthusiasts.”

Styling upgrades over the standard car include extra chrome trim on the exterior, new tail light housings, and a unique badge at the rear denting its rarity. Elsewhere, the special Mustang features lowered three-quarter windows, another hark to the 1965 original.

Inside, Ford has upgraded the Mustang's cabin with special aluminium trim alongside new badging, stitching and a new steering wheel. New seats feature the Mustang 50th anniversary logo, while bespoke floor mats are also fitted.

Using the same 5.0-litre V8 engine as the GT and fitted with Ford's performance pack, the 50th anniversary Mustang has 414bhp and 390lb ft of torque available. Performance brakes and special 19-inch alloys are also fitted, alongside performance tyres. Models will come with either an automatic transmission or a six-speed manual gearbox.

Production of the 50th anniversary Mustang will get underway later this year, with sales starting in the US in mid-2014.