Artist Gives 1969 Ford Mustang the Modern Widebody Treatment
This 1969 Ford Mustang has been modernized where it matters and left alone where appropriate.
The first Ford Mustang was a hit with the buying public from the day it was revealed decades ago, and to most, the pony car only got better as it reached the end of its first-generation. Many will argue over which is the best looking Mustang of the 1960s up to 1970, and each has valid points. But if you’re a fan of the 1969 Ford Mustang in particular, with its unique front end design, as well as the aesthetics of modern customs, you’ll probably also dig these renderings from Crimson Alpha Studio.
The digital artist created this imaginary ride after it was requested by a fan, and to us, it’s pretty darn interesting, visually speaking. The classic pony car is definitely wider than any stock example ever was, thanks to those beefy-looking front and rear fenders that are inspired by custom car builders in Japan. They also make room for some rather large air vents and give the Mustang a classic “Coke bottle” effect that many are fans of.
There’s no crazy modern wheel design present on this wide body 1969 Ford Mustang, however. Rather, this one rocks a set of classic Halibrand knock-off style wheels, which fit the retro theme perfectly. Aside from a giant front lip spoiler and painted trim and bumper, the rest of this ride retains its original character, which is good, because it had plenty to begin with. The square-ish hood scoop certainly fits the theme, too.
Of course, this classic Mustang sits quite low to the ground, which is all the rage these days. However, we imagine that in real life, it would be fitted with an air suspension so it could actually be driven on crumbling public roads. The rear bumper has been deleted as well, which does look a bit strange in our humble opinion, but otherwise, we’re digging the way this modernized Mustang looks.
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We’re also certain that some will disagree with that assessment, and that’s perfectly OK. Not everyone likes their Mustangs with modern flair, and truthfully, it’s fair to ask why anyone would mess with what is darn near perfection to begin with.
Photos: Crimson Alpha Studio
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