Most Ford Mustang fans will agree that there was something special about the third-gen Fox Body Mustang. Bring up the Notchback, and you’ll be sure to draw up some interesting conversation. The third-gen Mustang was so unique in that it was a complete rebirth of the name and featured next to no retro design cues from previous iterations outside of the GT’s fake side vents on GT models in the late 80s and early 90s. Following the third-gen model, which was in production from 1979-1993, by the way, the bubbly Mustang came to life followed by the more retro-styled fifth-gen model, and finally, the model we have today. Now a new rendering has painted Fox Body Notchback design styling onto a modern Mustang, and we’re convinced that this is the modern Mustang that we deserve.
Notchback Design Cues on a Modern Mustang – Why Hasn’t This Happened?
What you see here is a pretty smooth blend between the Fox Body Notchback and a current-gen Mustang. However, there’s obviously more Notchback DNA than modern DNA, and I have to admit that it’s a good thing. The front end is dominated by similar headlight styling and a muscular hood. The way the modern grille shape and lower fascia have somehow blended with the old stuff is impressive given the differences.
More interesting than this, however, is how well the wide rear taillights actually fit into the whole design. Just imagine if these taillights were found on the original Notchback – now that would have been something. All of this aside, one could argue that the rear end looks a little too much like the boxy Challenger, but at this point, we don’t mind. I’d love to see the next-gen Mustang come out looking just like this, and I have a feeling all of you would as well. Let us know what you think about the rendering in the comments section below.