Vehicle Description
A 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible has dream classic
status for being rare and exceptionally powerful. But this one
earns its irresistible desire by already fulfilling your full wish
list. That means a full rotisserie restoration, an awesome
factory-correct color combo, four-on-the-floor, and a time capsule
style everywhere from the big block to the AM radio. It's even an
actual low miles car!
There's just no mistaking the Shelby look. The custom fiberglass
hood, the side scoops, the Marchal fog lights, all the snake-bitten
badging, and the integrated spoiler of the rear decklid - it all
makes an impressive statement. And these Shelbys just seem to know
how to mix added style within the exceptional power. You see it in
details like the sequential taillights and intricate 10-spoke
alloys. And the triple rocker stripe goes nicely with the bright
white roof. The factory-correct Sunlit Gold Metallic is a highly
desirable color. After all, this sunshine-friendly convertible
looks terrific when you have a color with "sun" right in the name.
It also is essential that this golden Cobra has been treated like
true precious metal.
The full rotisserie restoration was completed in 2012, and we have
a full photo file documenting it. And because this one has been
under the same care as the one who had it restored, it has been
cherished for the last decade. So the body panels and finish will
put to shame some cars that just completed their restoration last
week. You'll really be impressed with the freshness, right down to
the weather-stripping.
When investing in a full restoration, the interior gets as much
attention as the exterior... especially when you can power down the
roof and show it all off with ease. So the black looks crisp and
clean, right down to the trim on the seatbacks. These cars were a
terrific mix of premium style and sporty upgrades. That's why these
had full wood-like trim, the cobra logo embossed in the armrest,
and a roll hoop for added strength. You'll spot all the best
classic details, like working courtesy lights, Philco AM radio, and
a color-matched convertible boot. There's even a classic-style
Goodyear full-size spare in the pristine trunk. The odometer
reflects the actual mileage, and that means this has averaged only
about 750 miles annually! Still, we know you'll want to fully enjoy
this drop-top. After all, a GT500 is a true driver's machine. There
are the front bucket seats, a factory center console, the optional
tilt-away steering column, SW auxiliary readouts, and a full gauge
package with a large speedo and handy tach. So you know this one
was made for more than just collecting car show awards.
Ford's big 428 cubic-inch V8 was borrowed from the Police
Interceptor package, and that's what makes sure these GT500s were a
true authority on the blacktop the moment they left the showroom.
We're told the motor currently under the hood is a 1969 warranty
replacement block. It's an interesting kind of history that gives
this car a little more assurance in its components while also not
straying too far from the factory setup. And the restoration makes
sure it retains a highly correct style. That means the bright blue
block, correct decals, long Cobra finned air cleaner, and matching
valve covers. And you get to fully harness this power with the
correct four-speed manual transmission that's believed to be
original to the car. The GT500 utilized a beefed-up version of the
Mustang's GT package, and you also have power steering, power
brakes, and front discs. So we know you'll easily add to the
odometer of this low mileage collectible.
The sale comes with the Marti Report, owner's manual, a
reproduction Shelby window sticker, title documentation,
restoration photos, and background info on its original sale. If
you're a collector it's time to own a sharply restored significant
piece of Shelby history. Call today!!!
