The iconic Ford Mustang has come in various shades of green over its more than 50 years of production. From classic dark Highland Green to more modern shades like Kona Blue and Grabber Green, the Mustang’s color palette has evolved to keep up with changing styles and trends. Let’s take a closer look at the different green colors offered on the Mustang over the years.
Early Mustang Greens (1964-1973)
When the first Mustang rolled off the assembly line in 1964, Ford offered several green color options. Here are some of the most notable greens from the early Mustang years:
Highland Green
One of the most classic Mustang greens, Highland Green was available from 1967 to 1973. A deep emerald green, it gave the Mustang a sophisticated and upscale look. Highland Green worked well on both the first generation Mustang coupes and convertibles.
Lime Gold
For a brighter green, Ford offered Lime Gold from 1964 to 1966. More of a lime green than a true gold, this color provided an attractive contrast against the Mustang’s various roof and accent options.
Seafoam Green
Seafoam Green had a light greenish-blue aqua tone and was available from 1964 to 1966. It was a bit trendier than darker greens like Highland Green.
Mustang Greens of the 1970s and 1980s
The 1970s and 1980s brought some new takes on green for the Mustang. Here are some standouts:
Olive Green
In 1979 and 1980, Ford introduced Olive Green, a darker army-like green. It gave the Mustang a rugged, utilitarian vibe.
Jade Green
Jade Green featured a bright, jewel-tone finish. It was offered from 1979 to 1982 and looked great on the updated “Fox body” Mustangs of the time.
Dark Sage
One of the most popular greens of the 1980s was Dark Sage, available from 1987 to 1993. Slightly darker than Jade Green, it had an earthy quality and worked well throughout the 1980s and into the 90s.
Modern Mustang Greens
From the 1990s onward, Ford continued using green on the Mustang but with some new and renamed shades. Here are some of the most notable modern Mustang greens.
Deep Forest Green
Deep Forest Green had an emerald-like finish that almost appeared black in some lighting. It was offered from 1990 to 1993.
Sherwood Green
Available on the Mustang Cobra from 1996 to 1998, Sherwood Green was a bright metallic green that looked bold and sporty.
Green Envy
Green Envy was a sleek metallic lime green offered from 2004 to 2005. It turned heads with its bright, almost neon-like color.
Kona Blue
Though named Kona Blue, Kona Blue from 2005 to 2009 was actually a shade of teal green. It had blue undertones but a distinctly greenish hue.
Current Mustang Greens
Ford’s current green offerings continue the tradition of eye-catching Mustang colors:
Grabber Green
Reviving a classic Mustang name, Grabber Green is a bold lime green offered on today’s Mustang GT. It provides a powerful, high-energy look.
Green Envy
Green Envy made a comeback in 2020, offered on the Mustang Bullitt. It looks slick on the new Bullitt’s muscular styling.
Dark Matter Gray-Green
One of the most unique modern Mustang greens, Dark Matter Gray-Green is a deep pine green with gray undertones. It’s perfect for Mustang drivers who want a more subtle green.
Mustang Green Color Popularity
Although the Mustang has come in many green shades, some have stood out as more popular choices. Here are 5 of the most popular greens based on usage across Mustang model years:
| Green Color | Popularity |
|---|---|
| Highland Green | Very popular |
| Lime Gold | Moderately popular |
| Green Envy | Popular |
| Kona Blue | Very popular |
| Grabber Green | Popular |
Most Iconic Mustang Greens
While popularity provides one measure, color association and nostalgia factor in as well. Here are 5 iconic Mustang greens that really defined their eras:
| Green | Era |
|---|---|
| Highland Green | Late 1960s |
| Lime Gold | Mid 1960s |
| Dark Sage | Late 1980s |
| Kona Blue | 2000s |
| Grabber Green | Modern |
Rarest Mustang Greens
With some colors only offered for a year or two, others stand out for their rarity. Here are 5 of the rarest green hues in Mustang history:
| Rare Green | Year(s) Available |
|---|---|
| Seafoam Green | 1964-1966 |
| Olive Green | 1979-1980 |
| Sherwood Green | 1996-1998 |
| Green Envy | 2004-2005, 2020 |
| Dark Matter Gray-Green | 2021 |
Conclusion
The iconic Mustang has come in a myriad of green hues over the last 58 years, from bright lime greens to deep forest greens. While early greens like Highland Green and Lime Gold set the tone, later colors like Kona Blue and Grabber Green carried the torch. Current shades like Green Envy and Dark Matter Gray-Green continue to provide a bold, yet elegant, flair. Whatever the model year, a green Mustang turns heads and represents over a half-century of Mustang performance and style.
