This 1968 Shelby GT500 is powered by a factory 428ci 4-barrel V8
engine paired with a C6 SelectShift automatic transmission and
equipped with the Cobra-style shifter, with the car documented by
its Deluxe Marti Report and included in the Shelby Registry. The
engine retains the factory big-block configuration correct for the
model year, and the vehicle received an extensive restoration
performed to factory specifications, including correct component
finishes, factory-style hardware and proper drivetrain detailing.
The exhaust system follows the original GT500 layout with dual
outlets exiting through the rear valance, consistent with 1968
production specifications. The chassis retains the original-style
front coil-spring and rear leaf-spring suspension system and
factory-type components such as control arms, bushings and mounting
hardware were restored or replaced to meet factory configuration.
Stopping is handled by power front disc brakes with rear drums as
originally equipped, and the car includes factory power steering
and the optional tilt-away steering column. The exterior is
finished in its factory-correct Candy Apple Red and fitted with
factory Shelby wheels, fog lamps, inboard lighting configuration,
fiberglass body components and wheel lip moldings consistent with
1968 GT500 production. Exterior trim, badging, glass and lighting
components follow the original specifications included on its Marti
Report, and the car was sold new at Marvin Tonkin Ford in Portland,
OR. The interior is trimmed in its factory Saddle configuration and
includes the Interior Decor Group, sport deck rear seat,
tachometer, trip odometer, AM push-button radio, shoulder harnesses
and visibility group items. The dash carries a Shelby autograph
applied in 2004, and the cabin retains factory-correct upholstery
patterns, hardware, switchgear and instrumentation. Additional
factory options include the extra cooling package, wheel lip
moldings, tilt-away steering and other equipment documented in the
Marti Report. This GT500 was produced on December 21, 1967, five
days ahead of schedule, and its restoration and documentation
collectively align the vehicle with its factory-delivered
configuration.
Vehicle Details
1968 Shelby GT500
Listing ID:CC-2030779
Price:Auction Vehicle
Location:Scottsdale, Arizona
Year:1968
Make:Shelby
Model:GT500
Exterior Color:CANDY APPLE
Interior Color:SADDLE
Transmission:Automatic
Odometer:0
Stock Number:293285
VIN:8T02S130904
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