Vehicle Description
1966 Shelby GT350H For Sale - Stunning Rotisserie Restoration To
MCA Concourse Specifications LMC is very proud to offer for sale
this 1966 Shelby GT350H The "Rent-a-Racer" program provided by
Shelby and Hertz was a promotional idea to get the Shelby Mustang
in the hands of car enthusiasts to really show off the car's
potential. Shelby American pitched the idea of a hundred
black-and-gold GT350s (Hertz's corporate colors) that would provide
a four-seat sports car component to Hertz's Sports Car Club. The
deal would provide the instant gratification that comes with a
guaranteed sale of a large block of cars. In the longer run, it
would give the GT350 a huge increase in customer exposure, courtesy
of Hertz. Hertz bought the idea (and over the next few months, the
purchase quantity rose steadily from 100 to 175, then to 200, then,
finally, to just under 1000 cars. This Raven Black 1966 Shelby
GT350H was shipped to Courtesy Motors In Littleton, Colorado on
March 17th, 1966 for dealer prep prior to delivery to Hertz. This
new Shelby was invoiced to Hertz for $3,547 plus $105.55 for chrome
Magnum wheels, $45.45 radio, $20 pre-delivery charge and $108.75
for freight for a grand total of $3,826.75. By the time it was done
in the rental fleet and it was sold to its first private owner who
lived in Amarillo, Texas. Under previous ownership, it underwent a
rotisserie restoration finished in its original color combination
of Black with Gold stripes. The engine compartment is detailed
nicely with correct decals and paint finishes. The undercarriage is
finished in red oxide primer with color overspray and inspection
markings. Documenting this beautiful Hertz Shelby includes SAAC
serial number verification, Shelby invoices, as well as being
listed in the Shelby registry. This example scored a 1st place
popular vote at the SAAC Shelby Convention This Shelby is a great
example of the rare and unique Rent a Racer version of the famous
GT350. From a $12/day rental to a desirable collector car, great
history, special features and Shelby pedigree make this a great car
for the discerning collector or Shelby Enthusiast. Additional
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