Vehicle Description
Here at RK Motors we have a tradition of offering the best
collector cars on the planet. And, while it's our job to facilitate
transactions that make car enthusiasts' dreams come true, we also
enjoy telling guests about the legendary metal that adorns our
massive Charlotte showroom. That's why we simply couldn't wait to
tell you about this awesome Nightmist Blue Shelby! Fully
documented, wearing a documented nut-and-bolt restoration and
featuring a killer 428/4-speed drivetrain, this Ford is an
excellent example of one of the finest muscle cars ever produced.
And if you're a discerning enthusiast who demands the very best in
high caliber, investment grade classics, it's the story you've been
patiently waiting to hear!
IT'S BLUE, NOT BLACK
The beneficiary of a documented nut-and-bolt rotisserie
restoration, this choice, registry-listed Shelby is so well done
that it's been invited to show at New Jersey's Monmouth County
Concours d'Elegance. That show celebrated laser-straight lines and
super-smooth surfaces that, after being carefully prepped, dressed
correct Nightmist Blue base in a glossy coat of clear and precise
GT500 side stripes. And today, this razor-sharp Shelby rolls as a
first-class showpiece that can anchor any serious muscle car
collection or hedge any major investment portfolio.
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 cues ever created. At the front of this coupe, a
Matte Black grille centers a legendary Shelby emblem and
Ford-branded Wagner driving lights between a bright bumper, clear
parking lamps and Ford-branded Wagner headlights. At the top of
that grille, a pinned Shelby hood leads the eye to crisp glass
that's sealed between polished stainless and bright drip rails. At
the sides of that glass, a straight profile hangs requisite Shelby
scoops between ornate Cobra emblems, factory door handles and
predictable Shelby fender extensions. And at the back of that
profile, a lightweight Shelby decklid shades a second bright bumper
that splits Shelby taillights, polished exhaust tips and a detailed
Shelby fuel filler.
DUAL-QUAD POLICE INTERCEPTOR
Now that you've waded through all the flowery prose about paint and
trim, it's time to get down to business. Lift the car's lightweight
hood and you'll find 428 cubic inches of correct Police Interceptor
muscle that's been completely rebuilt from its twin 4-barrel
carburetors all the way down to its Shelby deep-sump oil pan! Long
regarded as one of the most iconic Ford mills ever created, Police
Interceptor FEs utilized a strengthened block, heavy-duty
connecting rods and a unique crank to twist an advertised 355
horsepower into 420 lb./ft. of factory-stated torque. At the top of
the engine, a "COBRA" branded air cleaner drops breeze through
correct Holley carburetors. Those carbs ride an aluminum, Police
Interceptor-spec intake that's married to cast iron heads and cool
Cobra LeMans valve covers. The fires get lit by a familiar points
distributor, which sequences sparks between a tagged Autolite coil
and loomed Autolite Radio Resistance plug wires. Cooling comes
courtesy of a stock radiator, which circulates water through
pliable FoMoCo hoses. And charging is provided by an
Autolite-branded alternator that whirls opposite correct power
steering. Aesthetically, the clean engine bay appears very close to
original, featuring an even combination of Satin Black and Ford
Blue paint. And everything, from the car's polished oil cap and
Autolite-topped battery to its clean exhaust manifolds and tidy
washer tank, appears fully sorted and ready to show.
WHAT CONCOURS LOOKS LIKE
Take a look under this Mustang and you'll find exceedingly clean
floors that are every bit as solid as the car's straight exterior
panels. A correct Toploader 4-speed spins a correct 9-inch axle. At
the front of that drivetrain, a rebuilt suspension centers a beefy
sway bar and correct power steering between correct power disc
brakes. At the back of that drivetrain, sturdy leaf springs hang
correct drum brakes at the edges of a clean stainless fuel tank. At
the center of those bones, fresh exhaust pipes spent gases through
an H-shaped crossover, small resonators and a transversely mounted
muffler. Power meets the ground through E70-15 Goodyear Speedway
350s, which are wrapped around polished Shelby Magstars. And
everything, from the car's fresh fuel tank to its Ford-branded
starter, appears safe, lucid and ready to roll.
IT'S BLACK, NOT BLUE
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,
speed-drilled steering wheel. Behind that wheel, a great looking
dash frames a correct 140 MPH speedometer and 8,000 RPM tachometer
beside a correct AM radio and retro Stewart Warner accessory
gauges. Opposite that dash, knitted vinyl seats are in spectacular
shape, presenting hardly any evidence of use. Beneath those seats,
fade-free carpet, protected by pony-themed mats, anchors a short
shifter between silver-trimmed side panels. Opposite that rug, a
Shelby-spec roll bar frames a correct Fold Down Rear Seat. And
behind the cockpit, a fully restored trunk hides a fifth Shelby
Magstar inside a fifth Goodyear Speedway tire.
Few classics have the kind of attitude and presence of an old
school Shelby. And if previous trends are any indication, these
cars will continue to gain value as they become more exclusive and
collectible. This investment grade GT500 is a fully documented,
fully sorted show queen that drives and sounds every bit as good as
it looks. If you're a dedicated purist who desires only the best,
here's a chance to own the ultimate muscle car!
HIGHLIGHTS
Exceptional Shelby GT500 that's benefitted from a nut-and-bolt
rotisserie restoration
1 of only 2,048 Shelby GT500s produced for the 1967 model year
Listed in the Shelby American Automobile Club Registry
Invited for display at New Jersey's Monmouth County Concours
d'Elegance
Correct 428 cubic inch Ford Police Interceptor V8 with correct
dual-quad induction
Correct Toploader 4-speed manual transmission
Correct power steering
Correct power front disc and rear drum brakes
Correct Black Knitted Decor Interior
Correct Nightmist Blue paint
Polished Shelby Magstar wheels
Copy of the car's original Production Order
Copy of an original warranty work invoice (dated 9/8/67)
Restoration photos
Deluxe Marti Auto Works Report
Shelby Registry paperwork
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
