For the people who are collecting vintage cars, here is one you should check out. A 1964 Ford Mustang convertible has been spotted at eBay and is up for auction. Considered an icon since it broke into the automotive scene, this is believed to be one of the very first Mustangs produced and sold to the public 45 years ago. The asking price for this well-maintained 1964 Mustang is $5.5 million a price that only car addicts are bound to afford.

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Do you want to know more about the 2010 Ford Taurus? Well if you do, you may be able to get them from the designer himself, Earl Lucas. Lucas and the 2010 Ford Taurus will be on hand at the 1st Annual Great American Car Show at the Larz Anderson Auto Museum, making attendees the first people to view the actual vehicle in the metal.

Ford Taurus, the brand’s flagship product, defines what to expect from Ford’s future car portfolio: cutting-edge technology, benchmark driving dynamics, premier quality, advanced safety features and unsurpassed value. The Taurus offers more technology features – 10 of them class-exclusive – than more costly premium sedans.

Other cars that will likewise be on display include the new 2010 Ford Mustang Convertible, and the 2010 Lincoln MKZ. Head on to the Larz Anderson Auto Museum and be the first to see this latest vehicle offering from Ford Motor Company.

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As far as car preference is concerned, one has to wonder which among the many vehicles launched in the market would make the grade. While there are different categories to which these will be determined, Edmunds.com reveals the most recognized cars as voted for in 15 categories.

“Car enthusiasts have very strong opinions and we’re glad to provide them with opportunities to express themselves by voting for Most Wanted, commenting on blogs and otherwise engaging in our community,” said Scott Oldham, Editor in Chief of Inside Line.

• Speed Under $30,000 – 2009 Nissan 370Z
• Speed Over $30,000 – 2009 Nissan GT-R
• Convertible Under $30,000 – 2009 Ford Mustang
• Convertible Over $30,000 – 2009 Aston Martin DB9 Volante
• Luxury Under $30,000 – 2009 BMW 128i
• Luxury Over $30,000 – 2009 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG
• Hauling Under $30,000 – 2009 Ford F-150
• Hauling Over $30,000 – 2009 Toyota Tundra
• Commuting Under $30,000 – 2009 BMW 128i
• Commuting Over $30,000 – 2009 BMW 335d
• Family Under $30,000 – 2009 Honda Accord
• Family Over $30,000 – 2009 BMW X5
• Instant Classic Under $30,000 – 2009 Nissan 370Z
• Instant Classic Over $30,000 – 2009 Nissan GT-R
• Best Concept Car – Lamborghini Estoque

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Whether the intent is just to get a glimpse of the new American muscle made cars or to possible purchase one would not matter at this point but if you think about it, consumers still prefer to check out these American-made cars.

Topping the list was Chevrolet’s all-new 2010 Camaro, up from No. 4 in April of this year. The recently redesigned 2010 Ford Mustang came in at No. 2 on the most-searched new vehicles on AutoTrader.com in May, down from No. 1 in April of this year. Rounding out the top three was the Dodge Challenger, which was introduced last year as a 2009 model.

“The 1-2-3 finish by Chevrolet, Ford and Dodge shows that the U.S. is still in love with the American muscle car and that the U.S. manufacturers are rolling out head-turning products that generate the same kind of buzz you hear for Hondas, Toyotas, BMWs and other foreign makes,” said AutoTrader.com President and CEO Chip Perry. “More importantly, the success of the Fusion and the Escape proves that domestic automakers are able to translate the excitement of their halo models into the cars and crossovers that make up the true heart of the American automotive marketplace.”

Not to take anything away from the other car manufacturers, but as mentioned earlier, these figures don’t sum up the intent. Viewership can be based on a lot of things such as merely for glimpses or even a blog review. But then again, who knows if people are simply waiting to get their hands on them when and if the whole recession and economic gloom is lifted.

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The 2010 Mustang has been pegged as the vehicle to watch. And you can add another feather to the cap of Ford Motors as the 2010 Ford Mustang has garnered a 5-star rating as far as safety is concerned. Ford Motors has been known to deliver in ensuring safety for its customers, covering potential crashes and rollover performances.

The secret here is the type of materials that they use. The Ford Mustang makes use of high strength steel and ultra high steel in door intrusion beams that make it armed for side impacts. In short the overall structure is ready for anything and this is something that has become the main reason as to why the Ford Mustang is reliable and safe for drivers who are wary of road issues that anyone may encounter today.

The Mustang’s considerable body stiffness contributes to the coupe and convertible’s driving performance and has a parallel benefit in accident protection. While the coupe’s body structure is approximately 31 percent stiffer than the previous Mustang platform, the convertible’s is more than twice as stiff – creating a structure that helps protect the cabin from deformation and intrusion during an impact.

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We may be in recession but car lovers are still looking for sports cars. According to carmax.com, car shoppers searching online for sports cars increased six percent in April from the previous month. Online sports car searches are up eight percent over January’s figures.

The No. 1 searched car on carmax.com for April was the popular Ford Mustang sports car. This was the first month it landed the top spot in searches in the last several years.

Three other sports cars ranking in the top 20 online searches for April were:

• 13th position – Infiniti G35
• 14th position – Dodge Charger
• 17th position – Chevrolet Corvette

“Whether customers are searching for that ‘instant classic’ or just a fun ride for the summer, carmax.com is the best place to find a car of any vehicle type that matches their needs,” said Ann Yauger, director of carmax.com. “Within the CarMax inventory there are thousands of vehicles of all makes and models for customers to choose from.”

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Today marks the 45th year of the King of American Road and thousands of Mustang fans from all over the world are gathering in Birmingham, Ala. to mark the occasion.

“The Ford Mustang is one of the world’s most beloved automotive and cultural icons,” said Jim Farley, Ford Group Vice President of Marketing and Communications. “Since April 17, 1964, it has been a symbol of American freedom and fun.”

Ford and the Mustang Club of America are commemorating the birth of America’s favorite pony car with a four-day celebration at the Barber Motorsports Park. The event is expected to draw more than 2,500 Mustang enthusiasts and their beloved steeds, as well as hundreds of thousands of spectators. Included among those enthusiasts are nine of the muscle car’s most enduring fans: original owners of the 19641/2 Mustang.

A host of exciting events are planned for the 45th anniversary celebration. For example, professional road racers – including four-time Mustang champion and SPEED TV personality Tommy Kendall – will be on site to provide hot laps for lucky attendees around the park in Mustang FR500S race cars. And world champion drifter Vaughn Gittin, Jr., will be on hand all weekend to give demonstrations and rides.

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If you are a Mustang fanatic as well, chances are you better start packing and head on down Birmingham, Alabama this April 17 which was officially declared “Mustang Day” by the state of Alabama – to celebrate the 45th anniversary of an American icon: the Ford Mustang.

Ford and the Mustang Club of America will mark the 45th anniversary of America’s favorite pony car with a four-day celebration at the Barber Motorsports Park. The event is expected to draw more than 2,500 Mustang enthusiasts and their beloved steeds, as well as hundreds of thousands of spectators.

“For four and a half decades, Ford has connected with more than 9 million owners celebrating their individuality, passion and love of the Mustang,” said Jim Farley, Ford Group Vice President of Marketing and Communications. “Mustang created the segment and remains America’s number one muscle car delivering a fast, fun and affordable car that personifies the freedom of the open road.”

Hundreds of Mustang owners also will be given the opportunity to experience firsthand the excitement of driving their own cars around the racetrack in organized open track run sessions.

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After successfully finishing the 2009 Shelby GT500KR, Shelby Automobiles is reportedly turning its attention towards the Super Snake GT500 and Terlingua Racing Team V6 Ford Mustang. The switch to production of the post title packages for 2005 – 2009 Ford Mustangs and Shelby GT500s will allow Shelby Automobiles to deliver up to 50 cars per week beginning April 6, 2009.

“Finishing production of the 2009 Shelby GT500KR will allow us to move the Super Snake and Terlingua Racing Team programs into the fast lane,” said Amy Boylan, president of Shelby Automobiles. “Enthusiasts are contacting us daily to snag one of these limited edition packages that give their cars the performance that only Shelby can deliver.”

The Super Snake post-title package significantly enhances the Ford Shelby GT500’s handling, styling and power. Customers bring their 2005-2009 GT500 to the factory and choose from engine tuning options range including a warranted 605 HP V8 to over 725 HP (unwarranted). Only 1,000 total Super Snakes per model year will be built; each car receives a Shelby serial number and is documented in the official factory registry.

“We’ve added new assembly lines and trained the KR production team to build Super Snakes and Terlingua Racing Team cars,” added Gary Davis, vice president of production. “By bringing to bear all of our resources on these programs, we expect deliveries to dramatically accelerate.”

The Terlingua Racing Team package for the V6 Mustang includes serious performance enhancements and striking visual cues. The hot rod features significant improvements to the handling and braking capabilities. Two packages are available with power up to 350 horsepower that offer balanced performance at a great value.

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The easiest way to get the latest car in the market today is to get it for free. But that will not come easy as you have to join a raffle that includes a lot of many other aspiring winner such as this one that has the 2010 Ford Mustang as the grand prize.

One grand prize winner will drive away in an all-new 2010 Ford Mustang GT equipped with Ford Racing Performance Parts package and upgrades courtesy of Ford Custom Accessories. NHRA race fans will have plenty of chances to win the “hot rod” during the Race Hot Sweepstakes, launching on March 13 and ending on November 23, 2009. Entry forms will be available at The Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing Experience NHRA display at selected races throughout the season.

Fans who can’t make it out to the track will also have the chance to enter online at www.motorcraft.com, www.quicklane.com, www.bobtasca.com and www.johnforceracing.com. The Race Hot Sweepstakes is open to all licensed U.S. citizens over the age of 18.

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Known to be among the vehicles that gave American muscle cars a bold name, the 2010 Ford Mustang continues to carry the tradition in the 2010 Ford Mustang, which offers design leadership, performance and technology at an exceptional value.

Available this spring, the new Mustang features a new exterior and interior design, upgraded materials and a long list of must-have technologies and standard safety equipment such as:

Ford’s AdvanceTrac(R) Electronic Stability Control system

All-speed traction control

Anti-lock brakes

Front and side air bags

And you can get all of this for an affordable starting price of $20,995 for the V-6 coupe and $25,995 for the convertible.

The V-8 powered GT coupe base price is $27,995; the GT convertible starts at $32,995. The Shelby GT500 Coupe has a MSRP of $46,325, while the GT500 Convertible starts at $51,225.

Features:

Ford SYNC(R) with 911 AssistTM, Vehicle Health Report (VHR), and new Traffic, Directions, and Information services

Voice-activated Navigation with SIRIUS(R) Travel LinkTM

Next-generation ambient interior lighting

Reverse Camera System

SOS Post Crash Alert System

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