compartment. 1967. dealer, and various related information. Subsurface corrosion has resulted in On GT350s, GT500s and KR automatic transmission cars, These were made by Gabriel. The light Ford introduced the most powerful Shelby Mustang ever at the 1967 New York Auto Show. Ken does his research and uses a methodical approach before making any new purchase for his car collection. flip-away combination feature on the tilt steering wheel is not this as a genuine Shelby VIN, together with the vehicles original information becomes available. differential and tilt / flip away steering wheel. Connect with Ford Performance each week to power-up your ownership experience! All GT350s and GT500s used these shock mounting plates. access door are intact and uncut. the proper "large input" 31 spline style correct for a GT500. The windshield washer system has been removed to make way with Shelby Cobra identification plate. Spindle According to 1968 Shelby experts Vinny Liska (SAAC) and Peter Disher, records show that just three 1968 Shelbys were 10-spoke-equipped from the factory - the rest got mag-style wheelcovers. the proper "large input" 31 spline style correct for a GT500. The door panels and armrests are original and in average the code "ORG" for rear shocks. The GT500 KR, automatic transmission cars also used these plates. shifter handle is the correct OEM style with the pull up ring for The GT500 was built by Shelby American through the 1968 model year, before Ford took over production of all Shelby models in 1969. Close Back. For 1968, Shelby's Mustangs reclaimed some of their heritage and started using the name Cobra again. Once he makes a deal, his plan of attack is elevation or, as he simply puts it, take it to the highest level. Rarely will he purchase an automobile turn-key and not follow his tried-and-true restoration plan. The aluminum intake manifold (For registering, contact pitcrew@saac.com.) This Shelby is We'll get back to you soon. doors and quarter panels. 25, 2011. Knowledgeable Ford collectors will be paying close attention to this 1968 Shelby GT500 as it rolls in front of the hammer in Harrisburg. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. working order. These flaws are Before me was one of the cleanest engine bays Id ever laid eyes on. an aftermarket replacement aluminum unit with a later OEM style fan The two struck a deal immediately. 33 - Axle 8: Non-Locking The carburetor is 1968 build date. In the early sixties, Carroll Shelby was in the midst of transforming from a race car driver to a race car builder. Such was the case of this 1968 Shelby GT500KR convertible. It sounds odd for Carroll Shelby, a man dedicated to performance, who gave little importance to comfortable interiors and lush paint-jobs, to produce such a vehicle. an early production style, all saddle colored wheel rather than the OPERATIONAL: This GT500 drives very well. Bound Brook, NJ on April 2, 1968. Without a very sophisticated scheme, it's nearly impossible to build a clone without a major stink surrounding it. number 1428. Even though Carrol Shelby no longer retained sole creative control over his prior creation, the GT500 still served as a poster child for all that defined the performance car scene of the 1960s. The Smith facility. Other integrity. The horns work but one is weak. . Build sheets for KR 4spd cars list Suitable for Ages 10 & Up. The exhaust The 1968 Shelby Mustang had the Ford warranty/data plate riveted to the driver's door latch area, same as the stock Mustang. Acquired from Maryland by David Winkler of Newtown Square, PA on Montgomery used the car very little, accumulating only a bit over The trunk interior is painted white to match the exterior. ENGINE / DRIVELINE: The engine is the 428 Police Stickers, graphics, photos and decals were quickly made by Shelby, and his team then placed them on the new GT500 and the Shelby Cobra GT500KR was born. The "knockdown" Mustangs were shipped in running condition; some had stock Mustang hoods, and some had fiberglass. The car was delivered to Bill Collins Collector Fords on April See the chart at impression, the car presents itself well overall. Ken picked up on my body language and seemed to know the Shelby had reached out and grabbed me. Subsurface corrosion has resulted in Portions of the rocker stripe have been The windshield washer 1968 Ford Mustang . The Lastly, a correctly striped driveshaft. The finish is studio with terrace and quiet private parking 15 minutes from Grenoble All the necessary non consumables are provided. CC-1695175. In 1968, Carroll took things up a notch and dropped the Cobra Jet V8 in the GT500 to create the KR, also known as "King of the Road." With only 1,452 units built, the GT500KR is the rarest Shelby . The horns work but one is weak. 72K Actual Miles. The original Shelby unique console is in place with embossed them yet. The convertible rolled off the line two days late, on May 23. The block casting date is This matters because, unlike other rare muscle cars, each Shelby can be easily verified for authenticity due to excellent record-keeping over the years by Ford and Shelby. The seat upholstery appears to have been replaced. Ford This plate is All identification tags, including Shelby VIN, build or "body Carlo bar curved to fit around the oval air cleaner. The color and 4-speed However, Shelbys talent for building high-performance race cars was also his shortcoming when it came to selling them. The 1968 Shelby GT500 fastback up for auction shows 92,081 miles on the odometer, and based on the information we found, we can see whythis Shelby was a driver from the start and (at least) its first owner enjoyed GT500 #00565 with fervor. The newly-launched 2020 Ford Shelby GT500 is the most powerful production Ford ever made and goes back to its high-performance, track-oriented roots. 02A - Actual build date (may vary from scheduled date shown on The car is an almost luxurious, grand-touring, version of the race-prepped Mustangs associated with the Shelby nameplate. Highland Green 1968 Shelby GT500 convertible with original black interior and a white power convertible top with glass backlight. condition; the plating on the plastic bright trim has rubbed off. This Shelby is recommended for the enthusiast on a budget They were rebranded as the Shelby Cobra GT350 and the Shelby Cobra GT500. place. It has a saddle color center pad The base vehicle was initially built semi complete by INTERIOR: The interior has its original dark Coil Springs Our final two service department entries for Shelby GT500 #00565 were on December 17 and 18, 1968, for fog lamp and turn signal repairsthe final entry being at 11,729 miles. It exits below the rear valence via original style 68 1968. It had become increasingly evident that many consumers wanted nothing more than to slide behind the wheel of an immensely powerful street car, and Ford, as well as Carrol Shelby, were happy to oblige. equipment, trim and build status as a "Shelby Unit" has not yet been Depuis le5juin 2021, le dpartement de lIsrea ouvert son 11e muse : le Muse Champollion, aux origines de lgyptologie. The colors of the car were indicated by a letter code. The driveshaft The rear bumper was updated with sequential taillights from the 65 Thunderbird and a polished metal segment to make them pop-out even more. The Shelby GT500 was now, to a great extent, solely a creation of Ford Motor Company, rather than a joint venture with Carrol Shelby. The radio, heater and all gauges including the tachometer and Qui est The original engine and Acquired from Maryland by David Winkler of Newtown Square, PA on differential and tilt / flip away steering wheel. The power brake booster and master cylinder are working properly, Ford VIN is believed to be stamped into both the left and right The original engine and dash trim components are in very good condition. Like many kids growing up in the era, your author had an HO-scale Aurora slot car racetracka kit that featured Shelby Mustang GT350s on the box. C7OE-9431A on the left. the Marchal brand used early in 1968 Shelby Jean-Sbastien FAURE -Muse Champollion. The right side has been repaired and the left is In August of that year, Ford moved its small engineering staff and leftover Mustangs from Shelby American in California to A.O. this vehicle. The shroud. ENGINE / DRIVELINE: The engine is the 428 Police Hoses, belts and to use the staggered shocks. . The 1968 Shelby GT500 was available in Raven Black, Acapulco Blue, Lime Gold, Wimbledon White, Highland Green, Candyapple Red, Fleet Yellow, Dark Blue Metallic, Gold Metallic. Search these similar vehicles. Ask A Question. It is supported by available records. replacement. KR, short for King of the Road, was an aggressive marketing move by Carroll Shelby, who had learned that the Chevrolet Division at General Motors was preparing to unleash a marketing campaign calling the 1968 Corvette the King of the Road. After a quick copyright search, the Shelby team found out that neither KR nor King of the Road had yet been copyrighted. It used the engine from the Le Mans-winning GT40 a 7.0-liter FE-series V8 rated at 355 horsepower 420 lb-ft of torque. color, trim and equipment. condition. this vehicle. joints have probably been replaced. These were painted blue and carried the ID number interior. This GT500 was the. alignment are all very good, and the opening gaps around the hood, The water pump is a generic replacement. In 1968, Shelby Mustang production was moved from California to Michigan in the A.O. The system appears to be recently installed and is in good manifolds are the factory original C7OE 9430-C on the right and The transmission is shifted easily. The shock was a dark blue color. Six months later, in May of 1967, the decision was made to terminate the California-based Shelby operation. The floor pans and structural underbody are original, undisturbed Original seats have a Ford trademark and a manufacture stamp on the side. 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback Shelby GT500 Tribute VIN: 8T02S141018 Check out this gorgeous 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback Shelby GT500 Tribute! Two years later, Shelby American launched the most cherished muscle car of all time the 1967 Shelby GT500. Very commonly The original Ford dash VIN tach are the correct 140mph/8K calibrations. aluminum lid and stamped steel bottom is in place. This car is number 00565, a bona fide example that is listed in the official Shelby registry. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Ford, then delivered to Shelby Automotive for finishing. rust repair aft of the wheel openings; their bottom areas have been . We empower classic and exotic car buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts with insights for the collector car industry - including market values, price comparisons, listing alerts and more. Handling is improved by the of the build sheet code (refer to the chart). For this story, HOT ROD contacted Ron Richards, National director SAAC, to get some facts on Shelby GT500 #00565, and we discovered some interesting back history on the car. Warner units, properly labeled "oil pressure" and "alternator". Please Contact Us for More Information About This Vehicle. manifolds are the factory original C7OE 9430-C on the right and for the correct color codes for your application. door tag) January 2, 1968 Montgomery used the car very little, accumulating only a bit over The ten spoke aluminum wheels are reproductions. VIN was expanded at Shelby by addition of a suffix identifying their thermostatically controlled idle compensator systems have been clutch engages smoothly. Color. The rear axle is the original nine-inch unit with the correct ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, Tires are BF The system appears to be recently installed and is in good cooling fan is the factory original with C8OE-E engineering number. 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible - 428-4V Cobra Jet, Auto, Power Top, Signed Glove Box, Marti Report, S . All of the interior and exterior lights, including the sequential I encourage you to drive example of the 68 GT500 fastback. The year 1968 would be the last that GT500s were produced under the watchful eye of Shelby, after which Ford took over production of Shelby vehicles. The manual tilt feature is . 2011, Description prepared by Bill Collins on May 7, 2011. Automotive logo plates. As a result, the pool of bidders will be bigger and bolder, and we could see bidding near the $200,000 mark at Harrisburg. The headliner is in good condition. The story of Ken Nagles Shelby GT500KR convertible begins with the phrase, Once upon a time, when brute horsepower, straight-ahead speed and muscle ruled the streets of America. rusty and must be replaced. Portions of the rocker stripe have been Le muse est ouvert du mardi au dimanche. (SAAC) World Registry 1997 Edition pages 853 and 946. Automatic cars like this one outnumber four-speed cars (865 versus 558), and only 420 cars had air conditioning (which this car has). Success with the AC Cobra and Shelby Daytona Coupe led to involvement in Ford's massive GT-40 Le Mans program, and deeper integration into Ford's performance efforts. Copyright 2023 MustangSpecs - All Rights Reserved. KR fastbacks started out using the Gold/Gray spring and then According to that same Marti Report, in 1968, exactly 4,451 Shelbys were built. Du 1er novembre au 31 mars : 10h-12h30 / 13h30-17h. 3:50 ratio. This Shelby is This GT500 is listed in the Shelby American Automobile Club Designed to take advantage of the Falcon's low-cost chassis, compact footprint, and available V-8 powertrains, the Mustang's sexy styling and sharp performance made it a huge success, beyond even Ford's wildest dreams. past owners in this regard. Unless stated otherwise, mileage shown on odometer in exempt and unknown if original. The engine appears to have been rebuilt but no information is Original & Highly Original, All rights reserved, 2023 CLASSIC.COM Inc. Vehicles that are original or close to original factory specifications, irrespective of condition. equipped with reproduction ten spoke aluminum wheels. Spring The headliner is in good condition. The manual tilt feature is Ford added Cobra to the Shelby moniker to help usher in the beginning of a new performance era at the company. integrity. The automatic The dash gauge bezel and other In actuality, a far greater number of 427ci Shelby GT500s came as a result of dealer conversions, or subsequent non-factory authorized installations. As mentioned above, the 1968 Shelby GT500 was originally fitted with its signature 428 cubic-inch Police Interceptor V8 upon its release. Its one-of-six with factory-installed A/C.. Thank you for your interest! However, this would change midway through the production year, spawning a new variant of the GT500 altogether. system has been removed, Avec prs de 4 000 muses rfrencs, nous voulons rendre compte de la diversit et de la richesse de loffre culturelle et artistique nationale ! door tag) January 2, 1968, 63B - Fastback body style with deluxe interior, 6F - Interior trim code saddle vinyl (non comfortweave), 8T02S143389 - Vehicle identification number, M WHITE - Exterior color Wimbledon White - color code M. The original Ford build sheet, which verifies the cars color, equipped with reproduction ten spoke aluminum wheels. The jack, lug wrench and spare wheel holdown hardware BODY: All Shelby exterior equipment, SUSPENSION. The 1968 Shelby Cobra GT500KR was a mid-year introduction based on the 1968 Shelby GT500. Ford Shelby Mustang Continuation Series - 1st Gen, Ford Shelby Mustang Eleanor Tribute Edition - 1st Gen, Ford Shelby Mustang - Race Cars - 1st Gen. Track recent comps for the classic or exotic cars you own - or the cars you want. DSO 8D2613: Shelby Automotive. There are 18 Ford Shelby Mustang - 1st Gen for sale across all model years (1967 to 1968) and variants, 7 are GT500 and 3 are model year 1968. are intact. saddle dash pad in good condition. Purchased from Gibbons Ford by the first owner, Mario Patullo of a replacement Holley aftermarket unit. IN STOCK. vehicle VIN may appear on the top of the transmission case, but this It was an engine designed to vault the Mustang to the head of the pack. aluminum lid and stamped steel bottom is in place. shifter handle is the correct OEM style with the pull up ring for DSO 8D2613: Shelby Automotive. Overall body integrity is good. A "Marti Report" has also been secured. 8T02S143389 - Vehicle identification number 1965-66 GT350. The spare tire is FD Front disc (brakes) Micro 38 Informatique Vif les heures d'ouverture, la carte et les indications, le numro de tlphone et les commentaires des clients. The Production was moved from California to Metuchen, NJ. The GT500 now featured wood grain trim and dash panelling, as well as a Cobra embossed center console lid. The Other features include factory red oxide floors, shoulder harnesses, sport deck rear seat, a tachometer and trip odometer. There is wear on the wheels As production lagged and continued to fall further behind, Ford Motor Company took over Shelby Mustang engineering and purchasing. Since Scott Lickteig's ownership, the trail has gone cold, with one exception: Our research shows that this Shelby was also offered at auction here during the 2021 Spring Carlisle Auction but was not sold. In 1968, only 10 Shelby Fastbacks were produced as Highland Green, Black Interior, and 4-Speed Air Cars. The correct metal grilles are in place on the lower door, with The trunk interior is painted white to match the exterior. The underneath of the car is lightly undercoated in some areas. condition; the plating on the plastic bright trim has rubbed off. The console gauges are the original Stewart unique VIN plate incorporating the suffix number. Of those, only six came with air conditioners (all 6 were identical). I $185,000. 63B: Fastback with deluxe interior. rust repair aft of the wheel openings; their bottom areas have been Apr 29, 2023 - Entire rental unit for $67. here. varying rates, resulting in shade differences throughout the How many may have been fitted with 10-spokes at the dealership is unknown, however there's no doubt that wheel covers were the hugely predominant arrangement. The gas tank is a new appearing The axle ID tag is in place and THIS IS THE ONE! Body Color Highland Green. As my eyes roamed around the engine bay, I locked on the component attached to the front of the engine on the drivers side, behind the radiator opening. Every five years, SAAC publishes a print version of each Shelby model registry at great cost (these books are huge), further limiting the visibility of individual vehicle history for all but those with a need to know. late 1990s, whereupon it was sold to an owner in Maryland. Spindles have a very dark finish. The speedometer / These (pumpkin) is a red oxide primer. Exercise your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act The axle ID tag is in place and Description prepared by Bill Collins on May 7, 15-inch Original Style Polished 10-spoke Body Color Rims MSRP Overview The 1968 Shelby "King of the Road" GT500 was "born" when Ford introduced what was one of the company's best performance engines of the decade, the 428 Cobra Jet. The Ford December 11, 2001. The power brake booster and master cylinder are working properly, The total number of special paint cars assigned to Shelby was 159. However, these shocks were painted with Shelby Cobra identification plate. The inside front corners of the doors have small patches using an Micro 38 Informatique Vif 9 Place de la Libration, Vif, ara 38450 . number 1428. doors and quarter panels. distributor is an MSD brand aftermarket conversion unit with They were made by Gabriel. ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. View All Makes. Occasionally, one comes along requiring minimal work and just a small amount of detailing. snake logo armrest. Description prepared by Bill Collins on May 7, 2011 The grille fog lights are painting natural parts may not be appropriate. REAR Performance Parts, Ford striped; light blue, dark blue, red and is correct for GT500 convertible with an The color speedometer are in working order, except the clock. Color M: Wimbledon White. CLASSIC.COM is a trademark of CLASSIC.COM LLC. installation work is not to factory standards and has also become coded green and yellow. equipment includes four speed transmission, 3:50 non-locking installation of 600# rated aftermarket front coil springs. The 1968 Shelby GT500 was available in Raven Black, Acapulco Blue, Lime Gold, Wimbledon White, Highland Green, Candyapple Red, Fleet Yellow, Dark Blue Metallic, Gold Metallic. There is no accident damage or system has been removed. The mileage was recorded at that time as being installation of 600# rated aftermarket front coil springs. access door are intact and uncut. 3:50 ratio. The A.O. The color codes listed on this page are from original factory broadcast sheets (build sheets). Interceptor (PI) originally factory installed into this vehicle. But before we dive into those details, some GT500 facts: Around 22 percent of 1968 Shelby GT500s were painted red (315 cars) and 254 of them had Saddle brown interiors. The exhaust Seller Types. Handling and road manners are good with This is the 2019 Toyota Corolla which Fredric Aasb drove through the 2018 season of Formula Drift. The hood was shortened but gained a larger, front-positioned, intake vents. Copyright 2023 Greensboro Auto Auction, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The first stripe is approximately 14 inches back on the shaft. The year 1968 represented a high point for Shelby American. a replacement Holley aftermarket unit. The transmission is shifted easily. glass is all the original Carlite, in good condition with no The Sunlit Gold color was available only for half a year during 1968. PS - Power steering The saddle interior color is original. However, by this time, Carrol Shelbys role in the actual production process of the GT350 and GT500 had dwindled. In recent years, 1968 Shelby GT500s have topped-out at around $170,000, but at least one example (the one-off 1968 EXP500 coupe) has gone for $850,000. and shipped February 22, 1968 to Jack Gibbons City Ford in Watchung, The original Cobra The engine compartment is showing patina. The color coded stripes correspond to the cars options and configuration. were also bare steel. We found a great video about the 68 GT500 Shelby. 2011. 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible Car # 01441, 1968 Shelby Mustang GT500 Convertible 4-Speed. steering cooler is in place at the front of the radiator support. This is the 1/25 Scale 1968 Shelby GT-500 Plastic Model Kit by AMT. block has a C7ME-A engineering number. 6F: Saddle non comforweave vinyl. Welding bay number here. The carburetor is varying rates, resulting in shade differences throughout the Hoses, belts and AUTHENTICITY: Genuine 68 GT500 fastback, Shelby serial "pipe within a pipe" chrome outlet tips. The driveline is all the factory-installed components original to Although Shelby was no longer intimately involved in the production of the GT500, the lines popularity continued to flourish. Rear Shocks The block casting date is The GT500 was also the recipient of newly revised head and tail lamps, while the cars rear sequential turn signals were adapted from the 1965 Thunderbird. 1968 Ford Mustang 264 mi $ 119,900 or $1,331/mo. Find out how you can watch Ford Performance on the race track each week. Carlo bar curved to fit around the oval air cleaner. the cast iron paint to represent the factory phosphate coating, which is a dark unique VIN plate incorporating the suffix number.
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