From wild mid-engine experiments and Italian coachbuilt one-offs to aviation-themed charity cars and record-chasing EVs, the Ford Mustang has spent six decades living a double life: one you see in showrooms, and one that exists in design studios, wind tunnels, and race shops around the world. This article is a complete tour of that hidden history—a chronological guide to Mustang concepts, prototypes, and specials that never made it to mass production but helped shape the cars

The General Motors XP-511 Commuter Car, unveiled in 1969, was one of the most distinctive and unconventional prototypes from GM’s late-1960s experimentation with urban mobility. Also known as the ES-511, the concept was designed by Larry Shinoda—best known for his work on iconic performance cars like the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. With the XP-511, Shinoda turned his attention to something entirely different: creating a compact, efficient city car that could deliver genuine

The General Motors XP-512G, unveiled in 1969, was part of an ambitious series of experimental commuter cars that showcased GM’s forward-thinking approach to efficient urban mobility. The “G” designation identified it as the gasoline-powered variant in the lineup, standing alongside other 512-series concepts that explored electric and hybrid technologies. As an open-top two-seater roadster, the XP-512G represented a blend of lightweight engineering, minimalist design, and prac

The General Motors XP-512H, introduced in 1969, was a remarkable glimpse into the automotive future—one that few could have imagined at the time. As part of a series of four experimental commuter car concepts, the 512H represented GM’s early exploration into hybrid-electric propulsion, decades before such technology became mainstream. The “H” in its name stood for “hybrid,” and the project demonstrated the company’s interest in developing smaller, more efficient vehicles suit

The 1960s were the golden era of concept cars, where designers pushed the limits of style, technology, and imagination. From wedge shapes...

The MG ADO21, developed in 1969, was part of a radical sports car program initiated after the formation of the British Leyland Motor...

The Ford Boss Bronco, a one-off prototype from 1969, was a unique creation that combined the rugged appeal of the Ford Bronco with the...

The 1969 Shelby GT500 Fastback with a remarkable history is set to be offered at Mecum’s Kissimmee sale in January. This iconic Shelby...

In 1969, Shelby American produced the final year of the iconic Shelby Mustang lineup, with only 355 GT500 convertibles manufactured. This...

The 1969 Renault IKA Torino Coupé 380 W was a racing variant of the Torino, built by Industrias Kaiser Argentina (IKA). Based on the...

The 1969 Bizzarrini GT 5300 represents a significant moment in automotive design, particularly due to Luigi Colani's involvement in its...

The 1969 Marbon Formacar by Borg-Warner's Marbon Chemical division was developed primarily as a showcase for Cycolac ABS plastic,...