GT500

One Family Owned: 1968 Ford Shelby Cobra GT500

Most enthusiasts view a long-term ownership history favorably when searching for a classic to park in their garage. Any car that has survived for decades under the care of one person has typically been treated respectfully. Such is the… more»

No Reserve! 1968 Ford Shelby GT500 Fastback

Some classics are desirable, while others rightfully wear the legend badge. Inclusion or otherwise on either list will start conversations, but I think it is safe to say that virtually any First Generation Mustang wearing the Shelby badge is… more»

Drive and Restore: 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible

The GT500 joined the Shelby Mustang range in 1967, with the company expanding its offerings to include a Convertible in 1968. While GT500 production ran to 1,542 cars during that model year, only 402 were the drop-top variant. That… more»

44k-Mile Drop-Top: 1968 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500

The 1960s Shelby Mustang was a collaboration between Ford Motor Co. and Shelby American. It began with the introduction of the cool pony car in 1965 and by 1968 the conversions were more Ford than Shelby. According to documentation… more»

Recovered Treasure: 1967 Ford Mustang GT500 Tribute

Losing a prized classic due to circumstances beyond your control is heartbreaking. However, when it is because a light-fingered individual has decided they deserve it more than you, that is almost beyond comprehension. That is the story behind this… more»

1-of-17? 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500

Rarity claims will always ignite debate within the classic world, and I expect my research on this 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 to be no different. The 1969 GT500 wasn’t produced in huge numbers, and the combination of options… more»

1 of 402: 1968 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500

When it came to performance cars in the 1960s, the Shelby Mustang was the “King of the Road”. Based on production Mustangs, these special cars were modified by Shelby American from 1965 to 1967 and then by Ford itself… more»

One of 244: 1969 Shelby GT500 Convertible

It seems convertibles get a bad rap as being less desirable than their fixed-roof counterparts. There are advantages to either type of top, but this 1969 Shelby GT500 convertible may be one of those preferred convertible outliers. I found… more»

5k Miles! 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500

Renowned car builder Carroll Shelby began his involvement with Ford Motor Company in 1962 by putting Ford 260/289 V8 engines in British sports cars called the AC that Shelby renamed the Cobra. A couple of years later, that relationship… more»

63k Original Miles: 1969 Shelby Mustang GT500 Survivor

Sometimes determining whether a car is desirable is challenging, while at others, it’s a no-brainer. Such is the case with this 1969 Shelby Mustang GT500. Classic car enthusiasts know that the Shelby Mustangs are highly coveted, but this one… more»

Long-Term Owner: 1968 Shelby Mustang GT500

There has long been a belief that 1,140 Shelby GT500 Fastbacks rolled out of the factory in 1968, and our feature car’s owner mentions that figure in their listing. However, the internet can be a source of misinformation, which… more»

Bargain Buy? 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible

Have you ever looked at a classic car listing and been left scratching your head? I occasionally have, but this 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible ramps the scratching to a new level. I can’t decide whether there is an error… more»

Drag Pack Equipped: 1969 Shelby Mustang GT500

While the 1969 Shelby Mustang GT500 offered a winning combination of comfort and performance, some enthusiasts wanted more of the latter. Therefore, 192 buyers handed over the additional cash to specify their new Shelby with the Drag Pack. This… more»

428/4-Speed: 1969 Shelby Mustang GT 500 Convertible

This photo offers us a tantalizing glimpse at one of the most iconic cars to grace American roads during the 1960s. There’s no mistaking the fact that we’re looking at a Shelby Mustang, and in this case, it is… more»

Documented Survivor: 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500

Buying a classic car can be fraught with dangers, but when it is a well-documented survivor like this 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500, suddenly life looks a lot easier. The owner is realistic that the vehicle isn’t perfect, but if… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Shelby GT500 Fuel Injected Prototype

Historically significant Shelbys have come into the spotlight recently including a 1966 GT350 prototype which sold for over $600,000 and two others that recently sold for over $3 million each. If you missed any of those, another Shelby prototype… more»

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