• by Tanya Gazdik , September 1, 2022

Ford Motor Co. is inviting Mustang fans to compete for a chance to win a Ford Mustang GT lease and other Mustang experiences.  

Attendees of the Detroit auto show will get their first glimpse of the next-generation model. And to celebrate the first six generations of Mustang, Ford is hosting the Best Stang Decade contest.

Those attending The Stampede -- the reveal of the all-new seventh-generation Mustang -- on Sept. 14 are encouraged to wear attire inspired by their favorite period in Mustang history, from the 1960s through today.  

A panel of Hour Detroit magazine editors and experts in fashion, arts and entertainment will judge the attire and select 12 finalists (two from each decade). The top three costumes will earn first place, a two-year lease of an all-new Mustang GT; second place, an early drive of the all-new Mustang; and third place, a hot lap in a new Mustang with a Ford Performance driver. 

Mustang owners can register to participate in The Stampede, which kicks off with a parade of Mustangs driving from Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn to the debut event at Detroit’s Hart Plaza.

Ford will broadcast The Stampede live on its social channels. The main event begins at 8 p.m. EDT. 

Best Stang Decade entrants will need to be photographed at one of the photo booths at The Stampede between 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. EDT on Sept. 14.  Winners will be announced no later than Sept. 15.