The plummenting sales of the larger Mustangs led Ford to return its ponycar to its roots beginning with a downsized Mustang in 1974-being based upon the Pinto platform this was not well received by enthusiasts but fit well into its intended market.
The plummenting sales of the larger Mustangs led Ford to return its ponycar to its roots beginning with a downsized Mustang in 1974, based upon the Pinto platform. The car was not well received by enthusiasts, but it fit well into its intended market.