This original 1979 Ford Mustang antenna is the authentic finishing touch your restoration project needs to achieve that factory-correct appearance. During the late '70s transition period, Ford equipped these Mustangs with specific antenna designs that perfectly complement the car's evolving aesthetic, and finding genuine parts in good condition has become increasingly challenging as these classic pony cars age. This antenna not only ensures optimal radio reception for those long cruises with classic rock pumping through your speakers, but it also maintains the period-correct proportions and mounting specifications that aftermarket replacements simply can't match. Whether you're completing a concours-level restoration or simply want to replace a broken or missing antenna with the real deal, this piece represents the attention to detail that separates a true enthusiast's car from a basic driver. The 1979 model year holds special significance as one of the final years before the Mustang's dramatic transformation in 1979, making original components like this increasingly valuable to collectors and restorers who understand that authenticity is everything in the classic car world.