Mustang: 2025 Mustang 60th Anniversary Package
Modern Enough, Yet Reverent to the Past
In the automotive world, a brand’s lineage carries a certain nostalgia that pulls the heartstrings of enthusiasts. Ford, with the Mustang package that marks six decades of enthusiast passion in the 2025 Mustang 60th Anniversary Package, manages to strike a balance between a revered past and the modern day; speaking directly to the hearts of the faithful.
The exterior amalgamates the retro and the modern. The 20-inch wheels suggest power and style with Vermillion Red center caps that draw inspiration from the original Mustang, along with the mesh grill with silver accented nostrils. The graphics are suitably retro-inspired too: Exclusive 60th Anniversary badges adorn the fenders and trunk lid, evoking the original badges of the 1965 classic. Optional side graphics come in either Iconic Silver or Vermillion Red, mirroring the original rocker panel stripes, giving just enough old-school charm to keep the legacy alive.
The exterior color palette embraces both the bold and the classic: Race Red, Vapor Blue, and timeless Wimbledon White. And in keeping with its roots, the mirror caps vary in color, with Race Red and Vapor Blue cars sporting Iconic Silver, while Wimbledon White cars keep it pure with body-colored mirror caps.
Inside, the Mustang remains understated, with a choice of interior colors, including Space Gray, Carmine Red, or Black Onyx. A serialized instrument panel badge serves as a constant reminder of the limited nature of this anniversary edition. Ford’s use of subtle nods to the past allows this package to tread a fine line between classic tribute and modernity.
The Mustang’s hallmark of performance, a 5.0-liter V8 engine, powers this anniversary edition. The car is available in both coupe and convertible configurations, with manual and automatic transmission options, giving buyers a range of driving experiences.
The 60th Anniversary Package resonates because of its restraint. It doesn’t overwhelm with excessive retro cues; instead, it proudly salutes the classic Mustang heritage. Exclusivity without being ostentatious. However, not everyone is captivated by the approach. Some critics find fault with the parts-bin methodology, pointing out that a few components are borrowed from other Mustang packages; specifically the darkened headlights from the Nite Pony package.
But the 2025 Mustang 60th Anniversary Package captures the spirit of the original in a tasteful way that’s modern enough, yet reverent to the past. And with a limited production run of 1,965 units, only a select few will get the chance to find out.
