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What does GT stand for in a Ford Mustang GT?

I’m looking at buying a new car and have always wanted to get a Ford Mustang. However, I’ve noticed that some models are a Ford Mustang GT, as opposed to a Ford Mustang. I’m curious what the GT stands for in a Ford Mustang GT?

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Annette Maxon · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I hope your car search is going well!
GT stands for grand touring. This term popped up in the mid-1900s to describe a fast, two-person vehicle with plenty of room for luggage—envision the perfect weekend getaway car and you’ve got a perfect visual for the original GT models.
Over the years the term has evolved and has come to be associated with a range of characteristics that vary by maker.
Ford
was one of the first-ever American carmakers to distinguish a car model with the use of “GT” as part of the name.
Today,
Ford Mustang GTs
typically boast a high-performance V-8 engine, upgraded suspension, a dual exhaust system, special tires, and the brand’s signature side paint stripes.
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