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July 4, 2026
bring out your old Mustang
‘76 was as good a year as any
give it a foam and a rinse
get back the shine best you can
roads may be cracked, shoulders soft
but the makers knew their stuff and the engine runs fine
just be sure to check the fluids
   transmission and oil
good chance they need a change
top up the coolants too
gotta avoid overheating
keys should be in your pocket
if not, you’ll find them in a drawer in the kitchen
watch for your fellows on the road—
except for Canadians, and a few others
they’ll be driving the same make and model you are
so if you have engine trouble or a flat
somebody’ll be around who knows what to do
you can try to be that person yourself
oh and put the top down why don’t you—
there’s nothing like the sun, and a bit of wind in your hair
when out on the open road