Vehicle Description
1968 Ford Shelby GT 500 KR | Ardell Brown Classic
Carswww.ardellscars.com/1968-ford-shelby-gt-500-kr/1968 Ford Shelby
GT 500 KR Convertible Was $265,995.00 Now $225,000.00ENGINE SIZE:
428 COBRA JET V8TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTOMATICBODY STYLE:
CONVERTIBLEMILES: 20,393This Shelby was carefully restored to
factory specifications during 1994-1995. Ford NOS parts were
sourced to insure a high quality restoration. All the rare
fiberglass panels are correct Shelby parts, not reproductions. This
vehicle has the proper Ram Air-cleaner. The goal of the owner was
to restore the Shelby to new condition and rebuild all mechanics so
the car would be dependable and a joy to travel in.One of the most
collectible Shelbys ever produced. Only 517 late convertibles were
made. These cars debuted with the ferocious 428 Cobra Jet Engine,
equipped with rare bore cast iron exhaust manifolds and improved
carburetion and heads. This particular Shelby was one of the few
with Special Order Yellow color. Factory equipment includes,
Automatic, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Tilt and Swing-A-Way
steering wheel, and Deluxe interior. Radio has been up-dated with a
period correct Am-FM. The 68 Shelby unique features include floor
console, factory oil and ammeter gauges, padded roll bar with
inertial reels for race style shoulder belts. Shelby body styling
was unique for 1968 with fiberglass hood, trunk lid, lower quarter
panel side scoops.History: The 68 KR convertible was built at Fords
Metuchen, New Jersey plant and shipped to A.O. Smith in Inonia,
Michigan, for final assembly. Fords New Jersey plant was
responsible for building the chassis complete with mechanics. A.O
Smith finished the 68 Shelbys installing the intake, Car Fiberglas
Body panels, and Unique Shelby interior parts.