Wild for Mustangs
This year - the new-car model year 2009 - marks the 45th anniversary of the creation of Ford's iconic Mustang. Through the years, the sporty model's mass appeal has lifted it to nearly legendary status in American culture. And just how wild are fans for Mustangs? Well, according to Ford's website, the automaker will offer 14 different versions to choose from for 2009: Shelby GT500KR, Shelby GT500, Shelby GT500 convertible, GT, GT premium, GT convertible, GT premium convertible, Bullitt edition (inspired by the movie of the same name), GT Cal Special Package, V-6 Pony Package, V-6, V-6 premium, V-6 convertible and the V-6 premium convertible.
Visit MotorMouth blog
Are you a fan of collectible or classic cars? If you are, then check out the MotorMouth blog at Startribune.com/cars. MotorMouth Kris Palmer, freelance auto writer and editor, who also puts together this section's Weekend Garage column every Saturday, blogs about vintage cars, the collectible auto scene and just about everything else that goes vroom. And, as with any good blog, you can participate. You can post comments and converse with others about a wide variety of vintage car topics.
Last call to get your group in the next "Car Club Roundup"
This section's annual Car Club Roundup - which will list area clubs in Auto Scene columns on Fridays in December and January - is getting ready to roll. To be sure your club is included, please e-mail us no later than Nov. 11. Listings will be short, so we only need the following:
Club name
Club's vehicle focus (if it's not obvious from the club name)
