Question: Has the Ford Mustang ever raced in NASCAR?
Answer: Yes, as of July 2010, the Ford Mustang currently races in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. It also raced in the NASCAR Grand Touring/Grand American Series, which lasted from 1968 until 1972. This series featured other muscle cars including the Chevrolet Camaros, AMC Javelins, Mercury Cougar, and Pontiac Trans-Am.
NASCAR driver Bobby Allison is one of the most notable Mustang drivers of this series. Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Mark Donohue,and Jim Hall also raced in the Grand American Series.
The Boss 429 engine was also a NASCAR contributor, having appeared in numerous racers, including the Cyclone.
