Vehicle Description
This impressive GT500 convertible is a cleanly restored classic
that wraps 428 cubic inches of hot Cobra Jet V8 in sinister Raven
Black paint. Looking for some legendary Motor City muscle that also
happens to be a choice investment? Look no further than this
exclusive Shelby!
THOROUGHBRED AESTHETICS
Complementing decades of excellent maintenance with decades of
accident-free driving, this Mustang benefitted from a detailed,
ground-up restoration that included stripping and reworking each of
its solid panels. Once those laser-straight lines and super-smooth
surfaces were adequately prepped, a correct coat of Raven Black
base was buried in thick clear and decorated with contrasting GT500
KR side stripes. And today, this Shelby rolls as a first class show
piece that's both fun and collectible.
The GT500 threw fuel on the muscle car fire by not only adding
power, but also introducing some of the coolest and most aggressive
Mustang styling ever created. At the front of this Ford, a
stainless-trimmed grille hangs Aris driving lamps behind clear
headlights, a bright chrome bumper and bullet-style parking lamps.
At the top of that grille, a familiar "S H E L B Y" script leads
the eye to a lightweight fiberglass hood, which is founded in
straight stainless and chip-free glass. Behind that glass, a clean
Black top folds between a small mirror and a familiar, "S H E L B
Y" branded decklid. At the sides of that top, a straight profile
hangs small scoops, ornate Cobra Jet emblems and subtle fender
extensions between traditional door handles and dent-free rocker
guards. And at the back of that profile, a smooth silver valence
centers stylish taillights and a detailed fuel filler between a
second chrome bumper, bright reverse lamps and quad, KR-spec
exhaust tips.
COBRA JET POWER
Lift the car's sculpted hood and you'll find 428 cubic inches of
Ford V8 that's been completely rebuilt from its big 4-barrel
carburetor all the way down to its (A) January 26th (26), 1968 (8)
casting date. Long regarded as one of the most iconic mills ever
created, factory-supplied Cobra Jets utilized a strengthened medium
block, heavy-duty rods, a nodular crankshaft, and larger valves and
ports to produce an advertised 335 horsepower. At the top of the
engine, ram air cowl induction centers a "COBRA JET" branded air
cleaner over a high performance intake. At the sides of that
intake, cast iron heads hang crinkle-finish Cobra LeMans valve
covers over coated long-tube headers. The fires are lit by a
familiar points distributor, which sequences sparks through fresh
Autolite Radio Resistance plug wires. Cooling comes courtesy of a
stock radiator, which circulates water through pliable Autolite
hoses. Charging is provided by squeak-free belts, which spin a
factory smog pump opposite modern air conditioning. And
aesthetically, the clean engine bay appears very close to original,
featuring an even combination of Satin Black and Ford Blue
paint.
PONY CAR ATHLETICISM
Take a look under this Mustang and you'll find exceedingly clean
floors that are every bit as solid as the body's straight exterior
panels. The car's tough Toploader 4-speed, marked with a correct
"RUG-S" assembly tag, spins a limited-slip differential around
friendly, 3.50 gears. That drivetrain rolls in a correctly rebuilt
suspension that's finished with requisite power steering and power
front disc and rear drum brakes. At the center of that suspension,
aluminized exhaust funnels spent gases through an H-shaped
crossover and throaty Flowmaster mufflers. And power meets the
ground through 215/65R15 BF Goodrich Radial T/As, which are wrapped
around appropriate Shelby 10-spokes.
SHELBY LUXURY
Naturally, Ol' Shel focused most of his energy on the performance
and appearance of America's most revered pony car. And when those
attributes were combined with Ford's already excellent interior, it
paid big dividends. The first thing you'll notice is an ornate,
wood-trimmed steering wheel. Behind that wheel, a great looking
dash frames a correct Philco radio beneath a 140 MPH speedometer
and an 8,000 RPM tachometer. Opposite that dash, textured vinyl
seats look great under a monochromatic basket handle. And between
those seats, a full-length console anchors small Stewart Warner
accessory gauges in front of a slick Shelby shifter and a pliable,
Cobra-branded armrest.
Shelby Mustangs are about as collectible as '60s muscle cars get.
They're fun to drive, fun to show and continue to be top-notch
performers that hold their value exceptionally well. Call, click or
visit https://www.RKMotors.com for more information on this awesome
GT500!
HIGHLIGHTS
Exclusive GT500 convertible that's benefitted from a detailed,
ground-up restoration
428 cubic inch Cobra Jet V8
Toploader 4-speed manual transmission
Ford 9-inch rear axle / Limited-slip differential / 3.50 gears
Modern air conditioning
Power steering
Power front disc and rear drum brakes
Correct Raven Black paint / Black top
Correct Black D�cor interior
Shelby 10-spoke wheels
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
