Listed for sale here on eBay, this 1969 Ford Mustang GT500 Convertible Tribute brings together the unmistakable look of a late-’60s Shelby with the drivability and appeal of a carefully crafted tribute build. Finished in Grabber Green with a white convertible top and interior, this car captures the essence of the era when Ford and Shelby collaborated to create some of the most iconic muscle cars ever built.
According to the seller, this tribute features a 428 Cobra Jet motor, delivering the kind of power and tone that made the GT500 a legend. It’s paired to an automatic transmission, giving it an easy, enjoyable driving experience while still packing plenty of performance under the hood. The car is equipped with power steering, power brakes, and a power convertible top, rounding out a well-sorted setup that balances muscle with comfort.
The Grabber Green exterior gives the car an unmistakable presence, complemented by its white soft top and interior, which keep the look clean and period-correct. The interior appears tidy and classic, sticking to the factory-inspired Shelby layout. It’s the kind of color combination that was made for summer cruises and car shows alike.
Adding a special touch of history, the glove box door is autographed by Carroll Shelby himself, a nod to the man whose name and engineering genius helped define the Mustang’s performance legacy. While this car isn’t an original Shelby-built GT500, the tribute carries the visual cues and performance spirit that make the real thing so revered.
This 1969 model year remains one of the most sought-after in Mustang history, marking the final year of the first-generation body style before Ford’s redesign in 1971. With its aggressive front end, wide stance, and muscular lines, it’s no surprise these cars are favorites among collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The seller lists a clean title and provides multiple contact numbers for anyone interested in learning more about the car’s details or arranging a viewing. Vehicles like this, well-executed tributes with the right look, sound, and components—continue to attract strong attention for their balance of value and nostalgia.
Would you take this Shelby GT500 tribute out for weekend shows, or keep it in the garage as a conversation piece signed by the legend himself?
IMO This seems very expensive for a car that’s not the real deal. It’s not a real Shelby. IMO
It is a gorgeous car. Got to love the engine.
I have a hard time believing that Mr. Shelby would autograph a clone that has sagging doors and neither the hood nor trunk lid line up straight??
My wife’s 82-year-old uncle has a grabber blue 70 Boss 302 4 speed with shaker hood and 42K actual miles he purchased new and her late father went with him to test drive the car…fully documented for $80K family price. Often consider selling a few things to get that in our garage. Not a Ford guy but it’s been in the family all these years and we hate to see it go elsewhere.
That’s a beautiful car and well worth the price. I am not a Ford guy either but I make an exception for these !
Maybe it’s time for me to let one of my Trans Ams go to make room ! lol
Good chance Carroll Shelby never saw the whole car. Often times at a meet and greet people would bring a glovebox door or other part for him to sign, at least from the time I saw him at Tasca Ford. Being gracious, I don’t think he would ask if the part came off a real Shelby car. Just my two cents.
Asking $89,000, with only 12 pictures, 2of which show Carrol Shelby’s autograph but no close ups of rust prone areas.
There is a scary picture 3 of 12, which includes a horrendous patch on the drivers side inner fender aft of the shock tower. If whoever restored the car couldn’t even bother doing that patch correctly, what about the rest of the car? Maybe a near perfect clone could command somewhere close to the asking price, that’s not this car.
Steve R
Steve R: I completely agree with you. While I initially thought that this thing was pretty nice but overpriced for a clone, I no longer feel that way. I hadn’t noticed that pitiful patch job on the inner fender until you, as well as others, pointed it out. That kind of workmanship, (or rather, lack of workmanship} is a huge red flag for me. Seeing that makes me wonder what types of “shortcuts” are hiding beneath the surface if the builder didn’t even attempt to make this presentable. It’s too bad because this is an attractive car with lots of cool parts but I’m afraid that it isn’t worth anything approaching the asking price.
It looks nice and great color, on a side view the rear looks goofy. And not real the price is too high.
From the few pictures the seller supplies this car looks like a mess. I could be wrong but that horrible repair job on the front drivers shock tower is a fed flag along with the mess of wires hanging in front of the radiator. Also not a single picture of either front or rear seats or any underneath pictures seems to be way overpriced.
Interesting… but uh uh.
Carroll Shelby would sign a candy bar wrapper if you paid him $200 towards his children’s charity. I have a dash vent for a ‘11 or ‘12 GT500 that I had him sign, and it’s never been installed on a car, and I never owned that year Shelby.
Yes, you could take your glove box door off and send it to him, for a fee he would sign it, well so many people did that, that now the un-signed ones are the rare ones.
that thing looks terrible!
In reading the seller’s ebay ad I see no mention of it being a tribute aka clone car. Where is that info coming from?
It says tribute in the title at the top, yes misspelled.
How much?! 🤣😅😂 My last K code was as clean or cleaner and didn’t fetch close to that……and it was real.
After restoring a bunch of Stangs, including K codes, A code GT’s and several other various combo cars……I can’t see anyone spending that money. Unless of course, they aren’t true car folks. Then again, there’s always some sucker out there.
I’ve seen a LOT of Carroll Shelby autographs and if that’s legit he was drunk that day cause it’s a mess compared to his actual autograph.
Tribute cars are like tribute bands. It’s like wearing your $200 “Rolox” watch and scoring meet and great tickets to see “Led Zepagain” (a Southern California tribute band)… you’re not going to impress anyone at the roach coach on Monday morning. I had a couple of acquaintances back in the 80’s who made Lambos and Ferraris (complete with oe badges) out of Pontiac Fiascos, and I don’t remember anyone ever getting laid in one.
If I ever see a “tribute” that looks like Cate Blanchett, I’ll reconsider.
It’s a clone and they spent a lot of money on this… looking straight at the front the headlights for some reason don’t look right. I was staring at the front and they still don’t think it’s right. And the tail lights don’t look right. Living in NY 35 miles front the city. I seen plenty of 69 Cobars, and I know what they look like. And 68 and 70. 1968 Cobra was and is my Ford favorite. Maybe I am over looking this. Since I am a Mopar guy can a Ford guy see what I see and tell me if I am right or wrong. 🐻🇺🇸
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Does it come with a full tank of gas? What a maroon, 20k