When the Spanish Conquistadors arrived on the shores of the North American Continent over 500 years ago they did not come alone. With them they brought some of the finest horses the world had ever seen. It was from the horses of the Conquistadors that the huge herds of Mustangs descended. The Legends: Every wild horse herd has to have its legendary stallions, and there have been many. One in particular that stood out from the others and was instantly recognized as the horse destined to become a lead stallion. " Mesteno" which means " unclaimed horse" in Spanish, lived his entire life running free on the Steens Mountains of South Eastern Oregon. Most Kigers today can trace their bloodlines back to this one horse. This horse had so much presence to him that he inspired the model making company " Breyer" to make a series depicting his life story. From his birth to his twilight years he is portrayed in the "Mesteno" series. The Ford Motor Company certainly recognized the Image and Inspiration of Legends. It developed and refined many Greats; such as the "Thunderbird" and "Grand Marquis"... Yet one of the Leaders that captured the hearts of North Americans and beyond was, and still is: "The Mighty Mustang"! "Ford Mustang" the stuff that Legends are made of, maintains it's reputation and continues to be designed and built as the Sporty little car with Inspiration! Get Up and Go Power, Innovation and Luxury, well deserving of North Americas Pride and Joy! |
