2012 Ford Mustang Named 'American Dream' Car By Kelley Blue Book

Online, July 23, 2012 (Newswire.com) - A modern take on the classic muscle car, the 2012 Ford Mustang takes the runner-up slot in Kelley Blue Book's list of the Top 10 Cars that Reignite the American Dream. The 2012 Mustang is now available from Westlie Ford at their Washougal, Washington dealership near Portland.

As a contender on the Top 10 Cars the Reignite the American Dream, the 2012 Mustang was chosen for the sports car's long-standing legacy among the American public. Kelley Blue Book noted the Mustang's classic design coupled with updated technology and the efficient V6 engine that comes standard. The new 3.7-liter V6, paired with a six-speed manual transmission, delivers 305 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque on demand.

The 2012 Mustang includes a variety of V8 lines to satisfy the demand for a Mustang that can hold its own on the racetrack. The 5.0-liter V8 on the Mustang GT can generate 412 horsepower and 390 lbs-feet of torque. The nostalgic Mustang Boss 302 line recalls the body style of the 1969 Boss 302, roaring back into 2012 with a V8 packing 444 horsepower.

For those who demand even more performance, the track-ready Mustang GT500 provides an impressive 550 horsepower. From here, the limited-edition Boss 302 Laguna Seca adds real racing elements like race-compound tires, a stiff suspension and aerodynamic upgrades.

The all-American 2012 Ford Mustang is now available at Westlie Ford, a Portland, Oregon Ford dealer. Customers can visit http://www.westliefm.com to view the new Ford Mustang and get more information from the expert sales team at the Westlie Ford dealership.

About Westlie Ford

Westlie Ford, http://www.westliefm.com, offers new cars and trucks like the 2012 Mustang, SuperCrew, and Escape. The Washougal, Washington dealership also sells quality used cars. Westlie Ford is a dealership that specializes in Ford service, providing original factory parts and accessories from expert trained service professionals.