Vehicle Description
To answer your first question, yes, it is indeed a real 1966 Shelby
GT350. It carries its original K-code Shelby-spec engine. It was
restored in its original colors and comes complete with title
documentation, receipts, and maintenance records. In short, if you
want a Shelby with a pedigree, this one totally nails it.
No need to go into the Shelby story, so let's talk about this
incredible fastback instead. It was refinished in its correct
Wimbledon White and Guardsman Blue paint combination in the late
'90s and still looks fantastic. Not trailer-queen-perfect, but nice
enough that showing up in this car will make you the instant center
of attention. You won't mind driving it, either, and that's really
what Shelbys are for; those guys who lock them up in the garage and
wipe them with diapers are missing the point entirely. All the
Shelby upgrades are still in place, from the custom grille and
modest hood scoop to the Plexiglas quarter windows, C-scoops, and
Shelby badges, so there's no mistaking this car from any angle. Fit
and finish are remarkably good, particularly the hood and rear
deck, which are often problematic on these cars, and it carries all
its factory sheetmetal, so no worries about a rebody or anything
like that. This Shelby gets it right. Sure, there are a few signs
of use, some touch-up near the driver's headlight, but nothing
critical and again, it's ideal for the driving enthusiast, not the
lawn enthusiast.
The purposeful black interior eschews the normal Mustang "upgrades"
and goes straight for the performance punch. The standard buckets
work just fine in the Shelby, there's no need for a console on a
car designed for speed, and the wood-rimmed wheel adds a touch of
European flair. The interior is in fantastic condition overall,
with everything looking pretty much as it should and showing almost
no signs of wear. The gauges are bright and crisp, with the Shelby
tach living up on top of the dash where it was installed more than
50 years ago. The 4-speed shifter snaps through the gears and
you'll note that the dash panel and glove box lid wear woodgrained
appliques, which were part of the base setup, not the upgraded
D�cor package. In back, there's a fold-down rear seat, a modest
roll bar, and a nicely finished trunk with correct plaid mats and a
full-sized spare tire.
The engine is the car's original K-code 289 cubic inch V8, which
Shelby's engineers massaged to the tune of 306 horsepower. You'd
better bet this sucker cackles! We have extensive documentation on
the work that has been done in the last few years, ensuring that
this car is in top mechanical condition and is ready to enjoy. The
original Holley 4-barrel carburetor was rebuilt, the engine was
correctly detailed, and it is fitted with both the Monte Carlo bar
and the export brace to really sharpen the handling. Correct hoses
and clamps are always nice to see and suggest that someone cared
about doing it right. The T10 4-speed manual transmission was also
rebuilt and there's a new exhaust system under there as well. New
suspension components, including bushings, steering components,
front brake calipers, and a detailed 9-inch rear end all suggest
that getting it to work right was a priority. Koni red shocks live
at the corners, just as when it was new, and factory-style markings
can be found on the springs and axle housing. Correct Shelby
10-spoke alloys are in excellent shape and carry 205/70/14 Pirelli
radials that look right on the vintage GT.
Nicely documented and ideally suited for driving and casual shows,
this is how Shelbys were meant to be enjoyed. The fact that it's
also an investment that will continue to appreciate is only icing
on the cake. Call today!