Because it would seem as though a large number of car thieves out there have a taste for the performance-driven ride. And while we here at Anderson Ford were a little put off to hear this news, we're not going to let it get in the way of suggesting the Ford Mustang to those who are in the market for something a little edgy.

After all, Ford offers a wide range of anti-theft measures on each vehicle that they sell, and there are more than a few third party solutions out there too. What's more, by simply being aware of where you park you vehicle, you can greatly reduce the chances of it being stolen.

Still, we're guessing that you probably want some of the juicy details surrounding just how the Ford Mustang managed to top the National Insurance Crime Bureau's annual Hot Wheels report, right? Well, here's the actual breakdown by the numbers:

-    1989 Model: 2,629 stolen
-    1994 Model: 3,949 stolen
-    1995 Model: 6,790 stolen
-    1996 Model: 3,045 stolen
-    1998 Model: 5,394 stolen
-    2001 Model: 5,103 stolen
-    2002 Model: 4,226 stolen
-    2003 Model: 3,966 stolen
-    2004 Model: 3,234 stolen

That's a whole lot of stolen vehicles. But if you'd rather simply finance or lease one, rather than take one that isn't yours, then feel free to contact us online or by phone at (888) 715-6476.

Our dedicated team here at 1001 State Route 10 West Clinton, IL 61727 is more than happy to answer a wide range of questions concerning other new Ford models too. Whether you're interested in the Ford F-250, Fusion Hybrid, or Edge, you can count on us to outline everything from specs and options to parts and service.