Vehicle Description
1968 Shelby GT500 Fastback - 4-Speed, Candyapple Red,
Factory-Documented
This 1968 Shelby Mustang GT500 is a stunning and authentic example
of one of the most iconic muscle cars of the era, finished in its
original Candyapple Red (Ford #2008-A) over black knitted Decor
bucket seats. Built at the Metuchen plant and bearing Shelby
production number 01851, this fastback left the assembly line on
February 7, 1968-21 days later than scheduled-and was originally
delivered through the Romy Hammes Corporation of South Bend,
Indiana.
Under the hood is the legendary 428 cubic inch Police Interceptor
V8, breathing through a four-barrel carburetor and paired with a
four-speed manual transmission and a 3.50:1 standard rear axle.
This was the same high-performance drivetrain that made the GT500 a
standout in the Shelby lineup, blending straight-line muscle with
refined road manners and a distinctive Shelby appearance
package.
The Shelby rides on aluminum 10-spoke 15? wheels wearing Shelby
Cobra center caps and are mounted with Goodyear Polyglass Speedway
350 tires.
Factory-ordered as a Domestic Special Order (#2656) through Ford's
Home Office Reserve (DSO 8), this GT500 came exceptionally well
equipped from new. Among its original options were power front disc
brakes, power steering, tilt-away steering column, visibility
group, sport deck rear seat, heavy duty battery, and the extra
cooling package-an important addition for performance-minded
buyers. The car also retains its functioning AM radio and the
Interior Decor Group, which added unique trim and features that set
Shelby cars apart from their standard Mustang counterparts.
Production statistics from the 1968 Shelby registry underscore this
car's rarity: one of just 813 built in this paint color, one of 458
with this particular paint and trim combination, and one of only
405 ordered with the 428/four-speed drivetrain. Just over 1,000
GT500s were built with a tilt steering column that year, and fewer
than 3,000 received the extra cooling package, making this a highly
optioned and uniquely configured car.
With its original build details intact and backed by documented
production data, this Shelby GT500 represents a significant
opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike. It embodies the
raw power and style of Carroll Shelby's vision and remains one of
the most desirable muscle cars ever built.
Whether shown, driven, or preserved, this 1968 GT500 is a true
piece of American performance history-ready to make its next
mark.
You can pre-bid on this vehicle at
https://www.proxibid.com/Throttle-Car-Club/Throttle-Car-Club-Auction-May-17-2025/event-catalog/276120
Call us at 1-888-959-8051 x 6
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