Mustang Base Model
The hardtop model besides had the options of only the 4 cylinder and V-6 engine in 1974 only. After they added the future famed 5.0 liter 302 V-8 which only had 139 Horsepower in 1975 made the Mustang with a future. The fuel prices crisis was slowing down and they were able to add the 302 but still kept the horsepower low. Especially after emission requirements.
2+2 Hatchback
This 1974 hatchback stepped up the style and my personal believe was a design that was kept for the generation 3 or the famed “5.0 Mustang” that is so famous for its looks. Although the notchback on the gen 3 was more favored for its weight in the drag racing world.
1976-1978 Cobra II
The 1976 Cobra II made its debut
The 1978 Cobra II had some changes to the style. Mainly the large Cobra II decal along the side.
1978 King Cobra
This was not an actual model but if you bought a Cobra you would have the option of choosing a King Cobra. To me its on the most unique and very rare Mustangs as they only sold a little over 4000 of the options. The price has gone up and keeps appreciating.
Mustang II Stallion Package
The stallion package is strictly cosmetic. It came with black greenhouse moldings, wiper arms, black grill without the horse emblem. The lower doors, quarter panels, front and back bumpers were painted black. It came with styled steel wheels and the big stallion emblems. You could get it in black, silver metallic, bright red, bright yellow, polar white and silver blue glow.
Mach 1
This Mach 1 is from a photo in the magazine Car and Driver from an article back in 1973. The Mach 1 could be purchased throughout the 4 years with most options available to fastback model.