Asking $150,000.00
Now $125,000!
Reasonable Offers Encouraged
The Shelby Mustang was the performance muscle car from the60's. It was a series of Ford Mustangs which were specially modified by Carroll Shelby's company and sold as a series. The program was factory-sponsored and production was eventually moved in-house. The spirit of the series continues today in the special Mustang Cobra models.
The first Shelby version of the Mustang appeared in 1965. All '65 Shelbys were painted Ford "Wimbledon White", with (optional) "" (called Le Mans stripes) from nose to tail. Although most of the 1965 Shelby's you see today have Le Mans stripes, less than 40% of the 1965 GT 350's came factory equipped with them. All GT 350s featured rocker panel stripes with the GT350 name. The engine was a modified K-code 289 ci Windsor V8 with special "Cobra" valve covers, tri-Y headers, a special intake manifold and Holley Carburetor increased power from 271 to 306 hp. The '66 was differentiated in body color (non-white versions were introduced - colors included blue, red, green and black, as well as the original white) and trim. The "Le Mans" stripes were continued as an option, as in 1965. It featured special quarter-panel windows and rear air scoops on each side and an optional automatic transmission. A fold-down rear seat was now standard as well. Where early 1965 cars had black engine blocks, 1966 and later cars had the 289 engine painted blue.
1,370 Fastback GT350's left the factory in 1966.
This car has a known history from new and was restored in the late 80's by Larry Wren. A Radio Delete car with a Steel Hood it has the early and rare override traction bars. The car features a 4 speed, Power Brakes, and period correct Cobra wheels. Finished in the desirable Ivy Green with the white double LeMans stripes, the car is in excellent condition with no waves, ripples or imperfections. Featuring the extremely rare date coded dealer installed Weber Carbs, the car aslo has its original intake, carbs and Air Filter still with car, which are of course included in the sale. Additionally, the 6.5 quart quick change oil pan, as well as the rare aluminum case Borg Warner T10 gearbox, this Shelby has it all and then some! The recipiant of numerous awards, this car is ready for anything one would want to do with it- show or tour.
Prices of these cars have been soft over the past couple of years but are back on the upswing, so now is the time to act if you want an early GT350.
