Featured on AutoHunter, the online platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is this 1968 Shelby GT500. It’s been upgraded to a TREMEC five-speed manual in lieu of the original C6 automatic. Other features include center console, power front disc brakes, dual rear-view mirrors, AM radio, and folding rear seat. Finished in Lime Gold with tan vinyl interior, this rust-free Shelby comes from the selling dealer with a clear title.
During the time this Shelby was built, the biggest engine available in the Mustang was a 390. From fall of 1966 to April 1968, the GT500 had no equal, but that all changed when the 428 Cobra Jet was introduced for the Mustang. Shelby too implemented the CJ, phasing out the GT500 and replacing it with the GT500KR.
This Lime Gold Shelby is number 00643 and is listed in the Shelby Registry with full history. The exterior is complemented by white Le Mans stripes and side stripes. Features include air induction hood with twist-lock hood pins, fog lights, dual rear-view mirrors with driver-side remote, front fender-mounted antenna, silver rear panel with sequential taillights, and Shelby gas cap.
A set of 10-spoke Shelby wheels is wrapped in BFGoodrich radial T/A tires.
The interior is upholstered in tan vinyl. Features include woodgrain dashboard accents, woodgrain two-spoke steering wheel, center console with manual shifter, rollbar, and AM radio.
The instrument panel consists of AutoMeter gauges that include a 160-mph speedometer, 10,000-rpm tachometer, clock, and gauges for the fuel level and coolant temperature. Gauges for the voltage and oil pressure are located in the center console. The odometer reads 2,523 miles, which the selling dealer reports to be the mileage since the restoration was completed.
Power is provided by a reported factory-correct 360-horsepower 428ci V8 engine backed by an updated TREMEC five-speed manual transmission replacing the original automatic. Engine features include finned Cobra valve covers and air cleaner, Holley 715 carburetor, and aluminum intake manifold and cylinder heads.
This Shelby is factory-equipped with an independent front suspension and a solid rear-drive axle. Braking is provided by power front discs and rear drums. A dual exhaust exits at the rear with dual tips on each side.
The auction for this 1968 Shelby GT500 ends on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT)
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