Vehicle Description
This 1968 Shelby GT500KR convertible is #04415, shipped to the
Non-Shelby Franchised Dealer Willett Ford, Inc., in Rockford, IL.
This is one of 518 GT500KR convertibles produced in 1968. It is
finished in a Special Yellow exterior, making it one of only 43. In
1995 this Shelby underwent a restoration. The restoration project
includes a fiberglass hood, trunk lid and lower-quarter side
scoops. Under the hood is a 428ci Cobra Jet Engine with functional
Ram Air, cast-iron exhaust manifolds and an automatic transmission.
Power steering and power brakes with front discs provide a smooth
and controlled driving experience, while the 10-spoke Shelby wheels
wrapped in Goodyear Polyglas tires ensure a gripping connection
with the road. The black vinyl interior features bucket seats and a
console, a tilt steering column and a padded roll bar. The exterior
is equipped with Lucas fog lamps and a power convertible top. This
car is listed in the Shelby Registry. From the Jay Barkheimer
Collection.
