Lost Mustang 167, The Secret Journey to Finland
Ford Mustang The First Generation, The Early Years PodcastShow Notes
Jarkko Vuori Welcome to Ford Mustang: The Early Years Podcast! Today we take you back to 1964, uncovering the fascinating story of Mustang #167, a pre-production show car shipped to Finland just days before the official U.S. launch. From secret wooden crates to surprise car shows and a legendary front emblem sculpted by a Finnish artist, this episode dives deep into the untold legacy of one of Mustang’s earliest stars. Jarkki, welcome to the podcast.
Questions What made Mustang #167 so unique in the early Mustang story? How did Ford ship pre-production Mustangs like #167 to international locations? Why was Mustang #167 unveiled in Finland before the official U.S. launch? Who was the Finnish sculptor behind the iconic Mustang horse emblem? How was Mustang #167 "hidden" as a 1966 model for decades? What challenges did the restoration of Mustang #167 face? How did the global Mustang story connect with Ford enthusiasts in Finland?
Talking Points Mustang production officially started on March 9, 1964, with a few pre-production models like #167. Pre-production Mustangs were marked with an internal "05C" code, used to identify them amidst Ford’s chaotic launch. #167 was shipped secretly in a wooden crate to Finland and unveiled in Jyväskylä, just days before the U.S. launch at the New York World’s Fair. Local Finnish newspapers reported on #167, calling it the "Western-class" sports car. Mustang #167’s front emblem was created by Väinö Kangas, a Finnish sculptor working for Ford. After decades of obscurity, #167 was found and is now undergoing a detailed restoration. The story of #167 highlights the global reach of the Mustang legacy, even before its U.S. debut.
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