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• The Mustang Club of America (MCA) has replaced Technical Inspection with Classification. MCA recognizes the importance of accurately classifying a car, making sure the car is placed in the correct class, when entering a show. More emphasis is now put on correct placement of a car than inspecting items that local and state agencies are responsible for. Our shows are static shows; we judge the cars for correctness, cleanliness and modifications, depending on the class it is in. We continue to feel proper placement of your car for a better competitive field far outweighs the understanding of the operation of the vehicles horn or lights. Finally and most importantly MCA will continue to stress safety by the requirement of fire extinguishers, low speed limits and our restriction on starting engines while on the show field (until the show is over).
Classification is determined by the following criteria:
1. Year
2. Model - which is determined by the vehicle’s VIN number (Data Plate)
3. Use and level of authenticity
With this in mind, most car owners will have an idea of the correct class to which their Mustang should be assigned on the show field. The owner should be able to provide the Classification Team with the proper information to validate the correct assignment, which will make the process smooth and efficient. MCA Classification review of your Mustang at National/Grand National shows, starts prior to Registration, will assure that your Mustang is in the proper class and will have the best opportunity to receive an award. Since cars are judged on their own merits, the Judging staff hopes our shows will be a learning process to assist in bringing all entries to the highest level of achievement desired.
Division I – Concours Trailered 1964 ½ – 2001
o Car as it was delivered to the original owner without modifications
o Reproduction parts are acceptable for restoration as long as they fit, look and function like the original OEM parts
o Ford factory accessories or accessories advertised in the Ford accessories book
Division II – Concours Driven 1964 ½ – 2001
o Car as it was delivered to the original owner without modifications
o Reproduction parts are acceptable for restoration as long as they fit, look and function like the original OEM parts
o Ford factory accessories or accessories advertised in the Ford accessories book
o If entered in a normal Concours Driven Class, must be driven to and from national shows, from the owner’s home of record. Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
o A special “PS” class is available for owners to trailer their car to a National Show. This class was created to help draw more participation from owner’s that might not want to drive their car a long distance for any number of reasons. Cars shown in the PS class are cars that would normally be entered in Concours Driven. They are judged the same as regular Concours Driven, but put in a separate class. There is no mileage limitation and PS is limited to 1964 ½ – 1978 cars.
Division III – Unrestored 1964 ½ – 2001
o As was delivered to the original owner – nothing rebuilt
o No reproduction or updated FoMoCo or Motorcraft parts accepted
o Imperfection to paint and under carriage, surface rust, etc. should be considered normal for Unrestored cars
o Major dents, body rust, torn upholstery is not considered normal wear
Division IV – Thoroughbred 1964 ½ – 1991
o Restored or Original with correct era parts
o Date code on the parts used must be on or before the manufacture date of the car
o Absolutely no reproduction parts allowed
Division V – Occasional Driven 1964 ½ – 2009
o Driven occasionally - weekends, car shows, cruising, etc.
o Judged for quality of workmanship, condition and cleanliness
o Undercarriage is judged (Undercarriage may be detailed to, or near, concours standards to encourage Occasional Driven cars to move up to Concours or Modified classes.)
o Must be driven to and from national shows (except trailered class). Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
Division VI – Daily Driver 1964 ½ – 2009
o Must be primary transportation for owner
o Judged for quality of workmanship, condition and cleanliness only
o Undercarriage is not judged
o Hood must be closed
o Cars must show signs of street use
o Must be driven to and from national shows. Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
Division VII – Modified 1964 ½ – 2011
o Some or all modification to:
Engine, engine compartment and drive trains
Exterior sheet metal
Paint job and graphics
Trunk or hatch interior changes
Interior changes
Wheels and tire changes
Suspension, brakes and exhaust changes
o Undercarriage judged and under carriages not judged classes will be offered
o If driven to and from national shows (not trailered). Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
o Judged for quality of workmanship, attention to detail, innovation, level of engineering, use of custom made components, extent of modification and degree of difficulty
Division VIII – Specialty
o Classes for:
1984-2009 Saleen factory prepared cars only
1997-2009 Roush factory prepared cars only
1993-2004 SVT Cobra factory prepared cars only
2006-2009 Shelby
o Judged only for quality of workmanship, condition and cleanliness
Division IX – Conservator 1964 ½ – 2001
o Must earn 20 points to qualify for the Grille Medallion before optionally entering into the Conservator Class
o Cars in this Class will be judged by two Gold Card Judges for Quality of Workmanship, Condition, and Cleanliness.
Division X – Popular Vote
o Popular vote for current years (2010 and 2011)
o Popular vote for Youth class (1964 ½ - 2011)
o Popular vote for Race/Drag cars (1964 1/2 - 2011)
Division XI – Display Display only, not judged *Any vehicle in a non-trailered class that is trailered or towed to or from National Shows will be disqualified from all National Shows for one year.
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• The Mustang Club of America (MCA) has replaced Technical Inspection with Classification. MCA recognizes the importance of accurately classifying a car, making sure the car is placed in the correct class, when entering a show. More emphasis is now put on correct placement of a car than inspecting items that local and state agencies are responsible for. Our shows are static shows; we judge the cars for correctness, cleanliness and modifications, depending on the class it is in. We continue to feel proper placement of your car for a better competitive field far outweighs the understanding of the operation of the vehicles horn or lights. Finally and most importantly MCA will continue to stress safety by the requirement of fire extinguishers, low speed limits and our restriction on starting engines while on the show field (until the show is over).
Classification is determined by the following criteria:
1. Year
2. Model - which is determined by the vehicle’s VIN number (Data Plate)
3. Use and level of authenticity
With this in mind, most car owners will have an idea of the correct class to which their Mustang should be assigned on the show field. The owner should be able to provide the Classification Team with the proper information to validate the correct assignment, which will make the process smooth and efficient. MCA Classification review of your Mustang at National/Grand National shows, starts prior to Registration, will assure that your Mustang is in the proper class and will have the best opportunity to receive an award. Since cars are judged on their own merits, the Judging staff hopes our shows will be a learning process to assist in bringing all entries to the highest level of achievement desired.
Division I – Concours Trailered 1964 ½ – 2001
o Car as it was delivered to the original owner without modifications
o Reproduction parts are acceptable for restoration as long as they fit, look and function like the original OEM parts
o Ford factory accessories or accessories advertised in the Ford accessories book
Division II – Concours Driven 1964 ½ – 2001
o Car as it was delivered to the original owner without modifications
o Reproduction parts are acceptable for restoration as long as they fit, look and function like the original OEM parts
o Ford factory accessories or accessories advertised in the Ford accessories book
o If entered in a normal Concours Driven Class, must be driven to and from national shows, from the owner’s home of record. Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
o A special “PS” class is available for owners to trailer their car to a National Show. This class was created to help draw more participation from owner’s that might not want to drive their car a long distance for any number of reasons. Cars shown in the PS class are cars that would normally be entered in Concours Driven. They are judged the same as regular Concours Driven, but put in a separate class. There is no mileage limitation and PS is limited to 1964 ½ – 1978 cars.
Division III – Unrestored 1964 ½ – 2001
o As was delivered to the original owner – nothing rebuilt
o No reproduction or updated FoMoCo or Motorcraft parts accepted
o Imperfection to paint and under carriage, surface rust, etc. should be considered normal for Unrestored cars
o Major dents, body rust, torn upholstery is not considered normal wear
Division IV – Thoroughbred 1964 ½ – 1991
o Restored or Original with correct era parts
o Date code on the parts used must be on or before the manufacture date of the car
o Absolutely no reproduction parts allowed
Division V – Occasional Driven 1964 ½ – 2009
o Driven occasionally - weekends, car shows, cruising, etc.
o Judged for quality of workmanship, condition and cleanliness
o Undercarriage is judged (Undercarriage may be detailed to, or near, concours standards to encourage Occasional Driven cars to move up to Concours or Modified classes.)
o Must be driven to and from national shows (except trailered class). Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
Division VI – Daily Driver 1964 ½ – 2009
o Must be primary transportation for owner
o Judged for quality of workmanship, condition and cleanliness only
o Undercarriage is not judged
o Hood must be closed
o Cars must show signs of street use
o Must be driven to and from national shows. Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
Division VII – Modified 1964 ½ – 2011
o Some or all modification to:
Engine, engine compartment and drive trains
Exterior sheet metal
Paint job and graphics
Trunk or hatch interior changes
Interior changes
Wheels and tire changes
Suspension, brakes and exhaust changes
o Undercarriage judged and under carriages not judged classes will be offered
o If driven to and from national shows (not trailered). Burden of proof is the owner’s responsibility*
o Judged for quality of workmanship, attention to detail, innovation, level of engineering, use of custom made components, extent of modification and degree of difficulty
Division VIII – Specialty
o Classes for:
1984-2009 Saleen factory prepared cars only
1997-2009 Roush factory prepared cars only
1993-2004 SVT Cobra factory prepared cars only
2006-2009 Shelby
o Judged only for quality of workmanship, condition and cleanliness
Division IX – Conservator 1964 ½ – 2001
o Must earn 20 points to qualify for the Grille Medallion before optionally entering into the Conservator Class
o Cars in this Class will be judged by two Gold Card Judges for Quality of Workmanship, Condition, and Cleanliness.
Division X – Popular Vote
o Popular vote for current years (2010 and 2011)
o Popular vote for Youth class (1964 ½ - 2011)
o Popular vote for Race/Drag cars (1964 1/2 - 2011)
Division XI – Display Display only, not judged *Any vehicle in a non-trailered class that is trailered or towed to or from National Shows will be disqualified from all National Shows for one year.
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