CAR FYI: 2015 Ford Mustang Video from 2014 Georgian College Auto Show

Photo Credit: Chris Nagy

Waiting anxious for the all-new Ford Mustang? I have been fortunate enough to be witness to a rare outside public appearance in Canada for the 2015 Mustang GT. For you, I have composed a video unveiling the beauty and brute of the new pony car. Please enjoy!

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